
Those who know Your name will trust in You, for You, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek You.
Psalm 9:10
The scriptures show us that God’s name has incredible depth. My blogging friend Alan at Devotional Treasures highlights this in a a series of posts on the names of God which I’ve included below. I hope you select one or more to read. My personal favorite is Jehovah Jireh because it was the first name of God I learned as a little girl through a scripture song we regularly sang in church.
Jehovah Shammah- The Lord is There
Jehovah Jireh (The Lord will Provide)
Jehovah Shalom- The Lord is our Peace
Jehovah Nissi- The Lord is My Banner
Jehovah Rapha- The Lord Your Healer
Jehovah Sabaoth- The Lord of Hosts
Jehovah Raah/Rohi- The Lord is My Shepherd
Jehovah Tsidkenu- The Lord Our Righteousness
Jehovah Mekoddishkem- The Lord who Sanctifies You
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Great Post
The names of God have significant meaning in the scriptures, with each name revealing a different aspect of God’s character and nature. Devotional Treasures has highlighted some of these names in a series of posts, including Jehovah Jireh, Jehovah Shammah, Jehovah Shalom, Jehovah Nissi, Jehovah Rapha, Jehovah Sabaoth, Jehovah Raah/Rohi, and Jehovah Tsidkenu. Each of these names holds a special meaning, such as Jehovah Jireh meaning The Lord will provide and Jehovah Shalom meaning The Lord is our peace. These names can provide comfort and reassurance to those who trust in God and seek Him. Psalm 9:10 states that those who know God’s name will trust in Him, as He has never forsaken those who seek Him. The depth of God’s name highlights the depth of His character and love for His people.
Thanks – TheDogGod
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You have summed the names up well.
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Wow what a beautiful image!
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Thank you! My hometown is filled with these wonderful conservancies where we like to go hiking. This one is a meadow conservancy. In the late summer and early fall the tall grasses are accompanied by milkweed and various types of sunflowers. It transforms into a butterfly’s paradise.
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Definitely looks like a place to connect spiritually!
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I didn’t realize there are so many different names for our Lord. Seeing and recognizing how well those names reveal His love, faithfulness, and trustworthiness bring hope and assurance. Thank you, Beth.
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So well said Katherine! The Lord’s name truly has incredible depth.
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Seems like my first comment has disappeared into the Internet somewhere…😁
Thank you so much for recommending my humble words Beth, I hope they lead others to Him rather than me. God bless you and your family today sister 🙏
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You are welcome Alan! I’m so glad that this scripture opened an opportunity to share your series with my readers. You have such a radiant, humble heart for the Lord that I know each person who reads your devotionals will encounter Him. May the Lord continue to bless your writing.
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Wonderful post! I especially loved the essay on “The Lord is my Shepherd’. I love the way it was presented that each day the Lord ‘clears the path for us before we begin our day.’ It does make each day an adventure…one where God goes ahead of us, leading our every step.
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Thank you Linda! I’m so very glad that you enjoyed Alan’s devotional on the Lord is my Shepherd.
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Alan’s writings are excellent, and I concur with Beth’s recommendation of his series. He is passionate in his love for the Lord Jesus Christ and desires to point all readers to the grace of God that sets us free from the bondage of sin.
To learn more about the name of God, I suggest checking an in-depth Bible study titled “The Hidden Name of God” by Gina Cash of the blog “On Scripture.”
Gina reveals how Christians use misnomers as God’s name, but few are taught or know His name. We refer to important titles, roles, and character traits as names, but they’re not God’s names. My children call me “Mom,” but that’s not my name. Likewise, Lord is a title for God, and King is the title defining the role of Charles III, King of the UK. Shepherd, healer, provider, and such define God’s character traits and roles but are not His name.
https://onscripture.blog/2021/12/01/the-hidden-name-of-god-bible-study-part-1-a/
God bless all who seek to know Him!
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Thank you Manette for this additional resource!
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“Jeohvah Jirah, God will provide” is the line to a sing I learned as a child
Our church went through a phase (that I’m glad didn’t last too long) of singing Jewish style music
I loved a messianic Jewish group that came to sing at ou church. And That was superb…but, as English christans, we didn’t do much honour to their way of singing lol
But the words we’re good!!
That memory popped into my head, so thought I’d share it 🙂
Andy B
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Thank you for sharing that memory Andy! I’m thinking that it may have been the same song, as the tune I remember definitely had a Jewish style to it. I’m amazed at how many of those scripture songs from my childhood have stuck with me through the years. I hope you and your family continue to feel better with each passing day. The Berry Bunch has been part of our morning prayers this week.
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We might just all be well by the start of our holiday!!!
Jo’s cough has lessened to almost nothing, as has Steven’s.
Nathan and Peter are well, and growing stronger again each day.
My voice is still pretty awful, but I don’t feel all that ill, and I’m recovering with as much rest as I can manage.
I should be back on air tomorrow morning….. penultimate time on the radio for a few weeks, if my voice behaves…just need one hour tomorrow, and then our own show for Sunday – but I can hide behind the other four of my family 🙂
Yes some of those songs stuck in your head, and it may well be the same one.
As a worship leader ove 3 years I’m always equally surprised by songs that churches all seem to know, as well as ones that surprise me they don’t lol
We’re very grateful for your prayers!!!! They’re more precious than gold.
How is your family?
Andy B
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I’m so glad to hear you are all on the mend! Truly an answer to prayer. My family is doing well. We are coming into the homestretch of school before the quarter ends and can enjoy a hearty spring break in March.
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Beautiful photo and verse. Thank you for the links 💙
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Thank you Nancy! I hope you enjoy Alan’s posts on the names of God.
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It is so true, Beth. God gives Himself descriptive names defining His goodness. My favorite will always be I AM, which wraps them all up in His Sovereignty. Thank you for this reminder!
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Thank you so much for sharing your favorite name GW!! I found myself using His name “I Am” to answer a question my youngest had about God in a conversation with her last night.
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What a beautiful photo! It works so well with this verse because like your Lab. Just like Adi we sometimes must pause and consider all that lies just beyond the horizon of our understanding who our God truly is.
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Thank you Pastor Pete. This means a lot. As the photographer, I’ve stood in the place the picture has been taken and know why the picture resonates with the scripture. That said, I’m not always sure if others can see that connection as well.
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And just the photo alone reminds me of the cover of an outdoor magazine I saw around the house when I was a kid – maybe it was called Argosy. Beautiful work Beth.
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Love this!
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Thank you Rainer!
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