Who Is God?

Introduction:
Why is this question important? It is important because your view of who God is shapes your view of yourself and how you should live in this world. The source of our information about God must be His revealed Word. (2 Timothy 3:16–17) So who is God?

The Creator
God is the beginning and the sustainer of all that exists. His handiwork is seen in His creation. (Psalm 8:1, 3–4) The vast heavens declare His glory. When we look at the stars, the mountains, or the smallest living creature, we see the power and wisdom of God on display. He is eternal—having no beginning and no end. (Revelation 1:8) He is the Alpha and the Omega, the One who was, who is, and who is to come. The Creator also gave us something no animal or plant possesses: an eternal spirit. (John 17:1–2) Because we are made in His image, we are capable of knowing Him, loving Him, and serving Him. Every breath we take is sustained by His will.

The Heavenly Father
God is more than a distant Creator—He is our Father in heaven who cares deeply for His children. Jesus taught that we should not worry about what we will eat, drink, or wear, because our Father knows what we need. (Matthew 6:25–33) The same God who clothes the lilies and feeds the birds provides for us in every way. He is aware of even the smallest details of our lives and hears us before we speak. (Isaiah 65:24) Paul reminds us that God works all things together for good to those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28) His kindness and grace are constant, and His mercy never fails. (Psalm 103:8) Our Father brings help, comfort, and intervention into our lives when we need it most. His love is steadfast and unchanging.

The Savior
The ultimate expression of God’s character is revealed in His role as Savior. God showed His love for us while we were still sinners by sending His Son to die for us. (Romans 5:8) We did not deserve it. Jesus bore our sins and our punishment. (Isaiah 53:5) Through His sacrifice, we have been cleansed and made new. (Hebrews 10:17–22) Without this act of divine mercy, we would have no hope. But through Christ, our sins are forgiven and remembered no more. (1 John 1:9; Psalm 103:12) He has removed them as far as the east is from the west. Our Savior not only forgives, He restores us to fellowship with the Father and gives us eternal life.

Conclusion:
Let us always remember that God loves us and will never forsake us. He is our Creator, our Father, and our Savior. Because He made us, cares for us, and redeemed us, our lives must reflect His holiness and gratitude for His unending grace.

Who Is God? Sermon Outline:

• Introduction

  • Our understanding of God shapes our entire worldview. (2 Timothy 3:16–17)

   

• I. The Creator

  • God’s handiwork is visible in all creation. (Psalm 8:1, 3–4)

  • He is eternal—without beginning or end. (Revelation 1:8)

  • He gave us an eternal spirit in His image. (John 17:1–2)

   

• II. The Heavenly Father

  • God provides for His children. (Matthew 6:25–33)

  • He knows our needs before we ask. (Isaiah 65:24)

  • He works all things for our good. (Romans 8:28)

  • He is kind and gracious. (Psalm 103:8)

   

• III. The Savior

  • God demonstrated His love through Christ’s sacrifice. (Romans 5:8)

  • Our sins were borne by Jesus. (Isaiah 53:5)

  • We are cleansed and forgiven. (Hebrews 10:17–22; 1 John 1:9; Psalm 103:12)

   

• Conclusion

  • God’s love is steadfast; He will never forsake His people.

   

Call to Action:
Each of us must answer the question, “Who is God to me?” If He is truly our Creator, we must honor Him with our lives. If He is our Father, we must trust Him and obey His will. If He is our Savior, we must live in gratitude and devotion. Let us commit ourselves to knowing Him more deeply and serving Him faithfully.

Key Takeaways:

• God is eternal and all-powerful. (Revelation 1:8)

• He provides for and cares about His children. (Matthew 6:25–33)

• God’s love was fully revealed through Christ’s sacrifice. (Romans 5:8)

• Forgiveness and eternal life are found only in Him. (1 John 1:9)

• Our response should be faith, obedience, and love. (John 14:15)

Scripture Reference List:

• Psalm 8:1, 3–4 – The heavens declare the glory of God.

• Revelation 1:8 – God is the Alpha and Omega, eternal and unchanging.

• John 17:1–2 – Jesus speaks of eternal life given by the Father.

• Matthew 6:25–33 – God provides for the needs of His children.

• Isaiah 65:24 – God hears before we call.

• Romans 8:28 – All things work together for good to those who love God.

• Psalm 103:8, 12 – God is merciful and removes our sins far from us.

• Romans 5:8 – God’s love demonstrated through Christ’s death.

• Isaiah 53:5 – Christ was wounded for our transgressions.

• Hebrews 10:17–22 – Our sins remembered no more through Christ’s sacrifice.

• 1 John 1:9 – God forgives and cleanses all who confess their sins.

Prepared by Bobby Stafford of the church of Christ at Granby, MO