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Names of God
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God Reveals Himself Through
His Names
Text:
Leviticus 22:32
Introduction:
It is important for us to study the names of God because through
them we come to know Him more intimately. To “hallow His name” means
to regard Him with complete devotion, admiration, and reverence.
Each divine name reveals a unique facet of His character, helping us
understand who He truly is and how He relates to His people.
Our God is
Almighty – El Shaddai
The name El Shaddai—translated
“God Almighty”—appears first in Genesis 17:1–2 when God made His
covenant with Abraham. It emphasizes His absolute power and
sufficiency, portraying Him as the unchanging, immovable mountain of
strength. Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph all knew Him by this name, for He
was their sustainer in every trial. Job frequently calls Jehovah the
Almighty, acknowledging His power even amid suffering (Job 32:4, 8).
Jesus affirmed this same truth when He said, “With men this is
impossible, but with God all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26).
The Almighty fulfills every promise, providing rest and renewal to
those who come to Him (Matthew 11:28; Ephesians 3:20).
Our God is
the Most High – El Elyon
This title, meaning “The Most High God,” appears 21 times in the Old
Testament. No one can rise above Him; His rule and dominion are
absolute. In Genesis 14:18–20, Melchizedek blesses Abraham in the
name of “God Most High, Possessor of heaven and earth.” This name
later reappears in Hebrews 7:1–2 as a reminder of His eternal
priesthood. Isaiah 14:13–15 records the downfall of the proud king
of Babylon, who sought to exalt himself above the “Most High.” God
alone reigns supreme—His majesty fills the heavens (Psalm 47:2;
Psalm 93:1–2). David’s prayer in 1 Chronicles 29:10–13 declares the
same truth: “Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, the power, and the
glory.”
Our God is
Holy – The Holy One
Holiness is the essence of God’s nature. To be holy means to be set
apart from all evil. Isaiah 5:16 says, “The Lord of hosts is exalted
in justice, and the Holy God shows Himself holy in righteousness.”
In Isaiah’s vision (Isaiah 6:1–3), the seraphim cry, “Holy, holy,
holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory.”
Christians are called to reflect this holiness: “He chose us in Him
before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and
without blame before Him” (Ephesians 1:4). Peter echoes this
calling: “Be holy, for I am holy” (1 Peter 1:15–16). God’s holiness
demands reverence and obedience in all who bear His name.
Our God is
Truth – El Emet
Moses declared, “He is the Rock, His work is perfect; for all His
ways are justice, a God of truth and without iniquity, just and
right is He” (Deuteronomy 32:4). The psalmist also proclaims, “Into
Your hand I commit my spirit; You have redeemed me, O Lord God of
truth” (Psalm 31:5). The prophet Isaiah affirms that those who swear
by the God of truth shall bless themselves in Him (Isaiah 65:16). In
Hebrew, the root of this name means firmness, faithfulness, and
reliability. God’s truth is absolute and unchanging—He never
deceives and never fails. Because He is truth, His promises are
sure, and His Word endures forever.
Our God
Sees and Cares – El Roi
In Genesis 16:13, Hagar called the Lord “El Roi,” meaning “the God
who sees me.” Even in her distress, she realized that God was
watching over her. This same care extends to all of God’s people
today. “The eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole
earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is
loyal to Him” (2 Chronicles 16:9). The psalmist declared, “He who
keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep... The Lord shall
preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and
even forevermore” (Psalm 121:3, 5–8). Our heavenly Father knows our
needs, our burdens, and our circumstances. He is the God who sees
and provides.
Names of
God IV Sermon Outline:
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II. El
Elyon – God Most High
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His sovereignty over heaven and earth
(Genesis 14:18–20; Hebrews 7:1–2).
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Warning against pride (Isaiah 14:13–15).
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His majesty and eternal dominion (Psalm 47:2;
93:1–2).
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III.
The Holy One
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IV. El
Emet – God of Truth
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V. El
Roi – The God Who Sees
Call to
Action:
Knowing God by His names should deepen our trust and devotion. He is
the Almighty who provides, the Most High who reigns, the Holy One
who sanctifies, the God of Truth who never fails, and the God who
sees and cares for us. Let us honor His name in word and deed,
walking daily in faith and holiness.
Key
Takeaways:
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God’s names reveal His nature and relationship
with His people (Leviticus 22:32).
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El Shaddai—God
Almighty—shows His limitless power (Genesis 17:1–2).
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El Elyon—Most
High—emphasizes His sovereignty (Psalm 47:2).
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The Holy
One—calls us to holiness (1 Peter
1:15–16).
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El Emet—God
of Truth—teaches His reliability (Deuteronomy 32:4).
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El Roi—God
Who Sees—assures His watchful care (Genesis 16:13).
Scripture
Reference List:
Leviticus 22:32 – The command to hallow God’s name.
Genesis 17:1–2 – God reveals Himself as El Shaddai.
Job 32:4, 8 – The Almighty as source of wisdom.
Matthew 19:26 – With God all things are possible.
Genesis 14:18–20 – Melchizedek blesses Abraham by God Most High.
Isaiah 14:13–15 – Pride of Babylon rebuked by the Most High.
Ephesians 1:4; 1 Peter 1:15–16 – The call to holiness.
Deuteronomy 32:4 – God described as Truth.
Psalm 121:3–8 – The Lord’s continual watch over His people.
Prepared by Bobby Stafford
The church of Christ at Granby, MO
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