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Names of God and Other Bible Studies
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Names of God and Other Bible Studies is one of the best-selling Bible studies on the names of God available today. Includes optional fill-in-the-blank Bible study guide. This handbook is packed with:
  • Full-color illustrations and pictures
  • Color-coded charts with information at a glance
  • Scriptures and references
  • Easy-to-understand explanations and summaries
  • And more!

This full-color book contains studies on the:
  • Names of God
  • Names of Jesus
  • Names of the Holy Spirit
  • Trinity
  • Ten Commandments
  • Lord's Prayer
  • Beatitudes
  • Fruit of the Spirit
  • Armor of God.

  • Names of God and Other Bible Studies gives you enough basic Bible teaching to use in a six-week Bible study or small group or class. The optional worksheets and handouts can be downloaded by clicking the link above.

    Perfect for small groups, Sunday school classes, church groups, and for personal study.

    Why buy a Rose Bible Basic Book?
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    • Six weeks of material: Use personally or for a Bible study or small group. You can study at any pace, 6 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks
    LanguageEnglish
    Release dateMay 21, 2008
    ISBN9781628620214
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      Names of God and Other Bible Studies - Rose Publishing

      ROSE BIBLE BASICS

      Names of God

      & Other Bible Studies

      This handy eBook—

      Combines several of Rose Publishing’s bestselling bible studies into one handy book. It’s packed with fascinating facts and key insights on the Names of God, Names of Jesus, Names of the Holy Spirit, Trinity, Ten Commandments, Lord's Prayer, Beatitudes, Fruit of the Spirit, and Armor of God.

      Deepens believers’ understanding of who God is and helps them strengthen, grow, and develop their walk with God.

      Gives enough basic Bible teaching to use in a six-week Bible study. Perfect for small groups, Sunday school classes, church groups, and for personal study. Includes optional fill-in-the-blank Bible study guides.

      Adonai

      Meaning

      The Lord

      My Great Lord

      Application

      God is the Master and majestic Lord. God is our total authority.

      References

      Psalm 8

      Isaiah 40:3-5

      Ezekiel 16:8

      Habakkuk 3:19

      Comments

      Pronounced: ah-doe-NI

      Adonai (plural) is derived from the singular Adon (Lord). This term was pronounced in substitution of YHWH (considered too sacred to be uttered).

      El

      Meaning

      The Strong One

      Application

      He is more powerful than any false god. God will overcome all obstacles. We can depend on God.

      References

      Exodus 15:2

      Numbers 23:22

      Deuteronomy 7:9

      (Mark 15:34)

      Comments

      Pronounced: el

      Occurs more than 200 times in the Old Testament (including compounds). Generic Semitic name for God, used by other cultures to refer to their gods. El is used in compound proper names such as Isra-el (wrestles with God), Beth-el (House of God), and El-isha (God is salvation).

      El Elohe Yisrael

      Meaning

      God, the God of Israel

      Application

      The God of Israel is distinct and separate from all false gods of the world.

      References

      Genesis 33:20

      Exodus 5:1

      Psalm 68:8

      Psalm 106:48

      Comments

      Pronounced: el el-o-HAY yis-raw-ALE

      The name of the altar that Jacob (Israel) erected after his encounter with God and God’s blessing upon him. (Genesis 32:24-30; Genesis 33:19, 20)

      El Elyon

      Meaning

      The God Most High

      Application

      He is the Sovereign God in whom we can put our trust. El Elyon has supremacy over all false gods.

      References

      Genesis 14:17-22

      Psalm 78:35

      Daniel 4:34

      (Acts 16:17)

      Comments

      Pronounced: el EL-yuhn

      Melchizedek, the king of Salem (Jeru Salem) and the priest of God Most High, referred to God as El Elyon three times when he blessed Abram.

      Elohim

      Meaning

      The All-Powerful One

      Creator

      Application

      God is the all-powerful creator of the universe. God knows all, creates all, and is everywhere at all times. The plural of El.

      References

      Genesis 1:1-3

      Deuteronomy 10:17

      Psalm 68

      (Mark 13:19)

      Comments

      Pronounced: el-o-HEEM

      Plural form of El. This name is usually associated with God in relation to His creation. Some people use the plural word Elohim as proof for the Trinity. (Genesis 1:26) Elohim is also used to refer to false gods and even human judges. (Psalm 82:6, 7; John 10:34)

      El Olam

      Meaning

      The Eternal God

      The Everlasting God

      Application

      He is the Beginning and the End, the One who works His purposes throughout the ages. He gives strength to the weary.

      References

      Genesis 21:33

      Psalm 90:1, 2

      Isaiah 40:28

      (Romans 1:20)

      Comments

      Pronounced: el o-LAHM

      Jesus Christ possesses eternal attributes. He is the same yesterday and today and forever. (Hebrews 13:8) He obtained eternal redemption for us. (Hebrews 9:12)

      El Roi

      Meaning

      The God Who Sees Me

      Application

      There are no circumstances in our lives that escape His fatherly awareness and care. God knows us and our troubles.

      References

      Genesis 16:11-14

      Psalm 139:7-12

      Comments

      Pronounced: el ROY

      Hagar called the Lord by this name beside a fountain of water in the wilderness. God knows all of our thoughts and feelings. Jesus knew the thoughts of those around him, demonstrating that he is El Roi. (Matthew 22:18; 26:21, 34; Luke 5:21-24)

      El Shaddai

      Meaning

      The All Sufficient One

      The God of the Mountains

      God Almighty

      Application

      God is the all-sufficient source of all of our blessings. God is all-powerful. Our problems are not too big for God to handle.

      References

      Genesis 17:1-3

      Genesis 35:11

      Genesis 48:3

      Genesis 49:25

      Psalm 90:2

      Comments

      Pronounced: el-shaw-DIE

      Some scholars suggest that Shaddai refers to God’s power evident in His judgment. Others suggest that El Shaddai means God of the Mountains. God refers to Himself as El Shaddai when he confirms his covenant with Abraham.

      Immanuel

      Meaning

      God With Us

      I AM

      Application

      Jesus is God in our midst. In Him all the fullness of Deity dwells in bodily form.

      References

      Isaiah 7:14

      Isaiah 8:8-10

      (Matthew 1:23)

      Comments

      Pronounced: ih-MAN-u-el

      This name indicates that Jesus is more than man. He is also God. Isaiah said that the child born to the virgin would be called Immanuel. (Isaiah 7:14; 9:6) He is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature. (Hebrews 1:3)

      Jehovah (YHWH, see comments)

      Meaning

      I AM

      The One Who Is

      The Self-Existent One

      Application

      God never changes. His promises never fail. When we are faithless, He is faithful. We need to obey Him.

      References

      Exodus 3:14

      Exodus 6:2-4

      Exodus 34:5-7

      Psalm 102

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah

      A 16th century German translator wrote the name YHVH (YHWH) using the vowels of Adonai, because the ancient Jewish texts from which he was translating had the vowels of Adonai under the consonants of YHVH. By doing this, he incorrectly came up with the name Jehovah (YaHoVaH.)

      Jehovah-Jireh

      Meaning

      The Lord Will Provide

      Application

      Just as God provided a ram as a substitute for Isaac, He provided His son Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice. God will meet all our needs.

      References

      Genesis 22:13, 14

      Psalm 23

      (Mark 10:45)

      (Romans 8:2)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah JI-rah

      Also known as YHWH-Jireh. Abraham called the place The Lord will provide where God provided a ram to be sacrificed instead of his son Isaac. Jesus said that He was the bread of life and anyone who comes to Him will be provided for. (John 6:35)

      Jehovah-Mekaddishkem

      Meaning

      The Lord Who Sanctifies

      Application

      God sets us apart as a chosen people, a royal priesthood, holy unto God, a people of His own. He cleanses our sin and helps us mature.

      References

      Exodus 31:12, 13

      (1 Peter 1:15, 16)

      (Hebrews 13:12)

      (1 Thessalonians 5:23, 24)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah mek-KAH-dish-KIM

      Also known as YHWH-Mekaddishkem. We have been set apart, made holy, and redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ, our Jehovah-Mekaddishkem. Therefore, we are to continue to live our lives holy and pleasing to God. (1 Peter 1:13-25)

      Jehovah-Nissi

      Meaning

      The Lord is My Banner

      Application

      God gives us victory against the flesh, the world and the devil. Our battles are His battles of light against darkness and good against evil.

      References

      Exodus 17:15, 16

      Deuteronomy 20:3, 4

      Isaiah 11:10-12

      (Ephesians 6:10-18)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah NEE-see

      Also known as YHWH-Nissi. Name of the altar built by Moses after defeating the Amalekites at Rephidim. Isaiah prophesies that the Root of Jesse (Jesus) will stand as a banner for the peoples. (Isaiah 11:10)

      Jehovah-Rapha

      Meaning

      The Lord Who Heals

      Application

      God has provided the final cure for spiritual, physical, and emotional sickness in Jesus Christ. God can heal us.

      References

      Exodus 15:25-27

      Psalm 103:3

      Psalm 147:3

      (1 Peter 2:24)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah RAH-fah

      Also known as YHWH-Rapha. Jesus demonstrated that He was Jehovah-Rapha in his healing of the sick, blind, lame, and casting out demons. Jesus also heals His people from sin and unrighteousness. (Luke 5:31, 32)

      Jehovah-Rohi

      Meaning

      The Lord is My Shepherd

      Application

      The Lord protects, provides, directs, leads, and cares for His people. God tenderly takes care of us as a strong and patient shepherd.

      References

      Psalm 23:1-3

      Isaiah 53:6

      (John 10:14-18)

      (Hebrews 13:20)

      (Revelation 7:17)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah RO-hee

      Also known as YHWH-Ra’ah (RAH-ah). Jesus is the good shepherd who laid down His life for all people.

      Jehovah-Sabaoth

      Meaning

      The Lord of Hosts

      The Lord of Armies

      Application

      The Lord of the hosts of heaven will always fulfill His purposes, even when the hosts of His earthly people fail.

      References

      1 Samuel 1:3

      1 Samuel 17:45

      Psalm 46:7

      Malachi 1:10-14

      (Romans 9:29)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah sah-bah-OATH

      Also known as YHWH-Sabaoth. Many English versions of the Bible translate Sabaoth as Almighty. Jehovah-Sabaoth is often translated as The Lord Almighty. Sabaoth is also translated as Heavenly Hosts or Armies.

      Jehovah-Shalom

      Meaning

      The Lord is Peace

      Application

      God defeats our enemies to bring us peace. Jesus is our Prince of Peace. God brings inner peace and harmony.

      References

      Numbers 6:22-27

      Judges 6:22-24

      Isaiah 9:6

      (Hebrews 13:20)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah shah-LOME

      Also known as YHWH-Shalom. Name of the altar built by Gideon at Ophrah to memorialize God’s message Peace be unto thee. Isaiah tells us that the Messiah will also be known as the Prince of Peace, our Jehovah-Shalom. (Isaiah 9:6)

      Jehovah-Shammah

      Meaning

      The Lord is There

      The Lord My Companion

      Application

      God’s presence is not limited or contained in the Tabernacle or Temple, but is accessible to all who love and obey Him.

      References

      Ezekiel 48:35

      Psalm 46

      (Matthew 28:20)

      (Revelation 21)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah SHAHM-mah

      Also known as YHWH-Shammah. God revealed to Ezekiel that the name of the New Jerusalem shall be The Lord is there. Through Jesus Christ, the Spirit of God dwells in us. (1 Corinthians 3:16)

      Jehovah-Tsidkenu

      Meaning

      The Lord Our Righteousness

      Application

      Jesus is the King who would come from David’s line, and is the one who imparts His righteousness to us.

      References

      Jeremiah 23:5, 6

      Jeremiah 33:16

      Ezekiel 36:26, 27

      (2 Corinthians 5:21)

      Comments

      Pronounced: juh-HO-vah tsid-KAY-noo

      Also known as YHWH-Tsidkenu. All people sin and fall short of God’s glory, but God freely makes us righteous through faith in Jesus Christ. (Romans 3:22, 23) God promised to send a King who will reign wisely and do what is just and right. The people will live in safety. (Jeremiah 23:5, 6)

      Yah, or Jah

      Meaning

      I AM

      The One Who Is

      The Self-Existent One

      Application

      God never changes. His promises never fail. When we are faithless, He is faithful. God promises His continuing presence.

      References

      Exodus 3:14

      Exodus 15:2

      Psalm 46:1

      Psalm 68:4

      Isaiah 26:4

      Comments

      Pronounced: Yah

      Shorter form of Yahweh. It is often used when combined with other names or phrases. Hallelujah means Praise Yah (the Lord), Elijah means God is Yah (the Lord), and Joshua means Yah (the Lord) is my salvation.

      YHWH

      Meaning

      I AM

      The One Who Is

      The Self-Existent One

      Application

      God never changes. His promises never fail. When we are faithless, He is faithful.

      References

      Exodus 3:14

      Malachi 3:6

      Comments

      Pronounced: YAH-way

      God’s personal name given to Moses. Also called the tetragrammaton (four letters). Occurs about 6,800 times. Translated LORD in English versions of the Bible, because it became common practice for Jews to say Lord (Adonai) instead of saying the name YHWH.

      Jesus is:

      God: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. ...(John 1:1)

      One with God: I and my Father are one. (John 10:30)

      Eternal: And he laid his right hand upon me, saying unto me, Fear not; I am the First and the Last. (Revelation 1:17b)

      Omnipresent: Omnipresent means present everywhere. And [God] hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be the head over all things to the church, which is his body, the fullness of him that filleth all in all. (Ephesians 1:22, 23)

      Omniscient: Omniscient means all-knowing. Lord, thou knowest all things.... (John 21:17)

      Life giving: In him was life; and the life was the light of men. (John 1:4)

      Often in the scriptures Jesus is called, or compared to, God’s names found in the Old Testament. Jesus would allude to His divine nature by comparing Himself to several names used for God. Here are

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