God's Name
In the ancient Hebrew tradition, names carried profound significance—they revealed character, purpose, and identity. God's names, as revealed in Scripture, unveil different aspects of His infinite nature and His relationship with humanity.
"The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." - Proverbs 18:10
Each name of God represents a facet of His eternal character and a promise to His people. Understanding these names deepens our relationship with the Creator and strengthens our faith in His unchanging nature.
The Sacred Names
YHVH (Yehovah)
I AM WHO I AM
Exodus 3:14
YAH
Shortened form of Yehovah
Psalm 68:4
Elohim
God, Creator
Genesis 1:1
Adonai
Lord, Master
Psalm 8:1
El Shaddai
God Almighty
Genesis 17:1
Jehovah Jireh
The Lord Will Provide
Genesis 22:14
Jehovah Rapha
The Lord Who Heals
Exodus 15:26
The Power of His Name
In Scripture, we see that God's name carries inherent power. It is through His name that miracles are performed, prayers are answered, and demons are cast out.
"Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth." - Philippians 2:9-10
The ultimate revelation of God's name comes through Jesus Christ, who declared, "I and the Father are one." In knowing Jesus, we know the fullness of God's character and love.