Yahweh is present, accessible, near to those who call on Him for deliverance ( Ps. This name specifies an immediacy, a presence. Translated in English Bibles “LORD” (all capitals) to distinguish it from Adonai, “Lord.” The revelation of the name is given to Moses “I Am who I Am” ( Exod. 9:14) – strictly speaking, the only proper name for God. In the Old Testament, YHWH is more often used in God’s dealings with His people, while Adonai is used more when He deals with the Gentiles. 6:15) – used in place of YHWH, which was thought by the Jews to be too sacred to be uttered by sinful men. 132:2, 5) – speaks To God’s ultimate power over all.ĪDONAI : “Lord” ( Gen. 1:1).ĮL SHADDAI : “God Almighty,” “The Mighty One of Jacob” Gen. From the Bible’s first sentence, the superlative nature of God’s power is evident as God (Elohim) speaks the world into existence ( Gen. 31:33) – the plural form of Eloah, which accommodates the doctrine of the Trinity.
9:31), but the root idea of “might” remains.ĮLOHIM : God “Creator, Mighty and Strong” ( Gen.17:7 Jer. 31:29). El is associated with other qualities, such as integrity ( Num. 139:19) – etymologically, El appears to mean “power” and “might” ( Gen. However, the list includes names that may be familiar and unfamiliar to many 21st Century New Testament believers.ĮL, ELOAH : God "mighty, strong, prominent" ( Neh. The following list of names is not an exhaustive list. Since our monthly theme is “Lord I Lift Your Name on High,” I thought to include many of the names that relate to the way that God’s people have known Him over the span of thousands of years. Thus, we should never forget His name.Īt various points and times in the history of God’s people, the Lord has been known by a plethora of names. 10) (When the Lord is present, He makes a difference. ‘All!” answered the officer, “that is a different matter” (Matt. “The Lord Jesus Christ,” was the answer, “He is here. Thirty!-you see,” said the officer, “I have them all, every one” But still the peasant persisted, “There is one name you haven't got.” “Who is it then?” asked the officer. I have them all.” The peasant insisted that one name was missing from his list. One old man stopped him and said, “There is one name you have not got.” The Officer said in surprise, “I assure you you are mistaken. “Take these peoples' names,” he commanded. While their worship was proceeding, suddenly the door was flung open and there entered an agent of the secret police, with a body of men.
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Stewart tells of a little company of Russian peasants who had met for worship, knowing full well their gathering was illegal.
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We are committed to preaching through a sermon series entitled: "Something About That Name.” I know that God is going to bless us through our sermon series.ĭr. We have selected this month to emphasize the need to show our appreciation for something or someone that we highglight. The month of November is Appreciation Month.
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