GOD: WHO IS HE?
Who Is God?
“I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.’ What I have said, that I will bring about; what I have planned, that I will do.” Isaiah 46:9–11
The Bible reveals God as the one true Supreme Being—the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. He is all-powerful, all-knowing, and ever-present, yet He is also personal and deeply involved in the lives of His people.
God is not distant or indifferent; He is a God of redemption and transformation. He takes what is broken and restores it. He breathes life into what seems dead and brings hope where there was none. No situation is beyond His reach, and no heart is too far gone for His grace to renew.
Whatever challenges you face today, know that God is willing and able to bring change. Approach Him with confidence, trusting in His mercy and love.
“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Hebrews 4:16
God is...
✔ He is the Creator – the One who made everything.
✔ He is eternal – unchanging and always present.
✔ He is powerful, wise, and holy – beyond human understanding.
✔ He is loving, merciful, and just – offering salvation to all who trust in Him.
God is the Creator
- Genesis 1:1 – "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth."
- Isaiah 40:28 – "Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth."
God is Eternal & Unchanging
- Revelation 1:8 – "I am the Alpha and the Omega," says the Lord God, "who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty."
- Hebrews 13:8 – "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."
God is All-Powerful (Omnipotent)
- Jeremiah 32:17 – "Ah, Sovereign Lord, You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for You."
- Matthew 19:26 – "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible."
God is All-Knowing (Omniscient)
- Psalm 147:5 – "Great is our Lord and mighty in power; His understanding has no limit."
- Isaiah 46:9-10 – "I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come."
God is Ever-Present (Omnipresent)
- Psalm 139:7-10 – "Where can I go from Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? If I go up to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in the depths, You are there."
- Jeremiah 23:24 – "‘Who can hide in secret places so that I cannot see them?’ declares the Lord. ‘Do I not fill heaven and earth?’ declares the Lord."
God is Holy
- Leviticus 19:2 – "Be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy."
- Isaiah 6:3 – "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of His glory."
God is Love
- 1 John 4:8 – "Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love."
- Romans 5:8 – "But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."
God is Just and Righteous
- Deuteronomy 32:4 – "He is the Rock, His works are perfect, and all His ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is He."
- Psalm 89:14 – "Righteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; love and faithfulness go before You."
God is Merciful and Gracious
- Exodus 34:6 – "The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness."
- Lamentations 3:22-23 – "Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness."
God is Our Salvation & Redeemer
- Isaiah 43:11 – "I, even I, am the Lord, and apart from Me there is no savior."
- John 3:16 – "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life."
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In Greek, the word for God is theos.
- Theology is the study of God. Our theology constitutes the way we think about God and our relationship to Him. There are only two kinds of theology: that which lines up with the Word of God and that which does not.
- A theocracy is government by God’s direct rule over a nation or people, or His rule through His chosen representatives who were God’s spokesmen, and by judges, who were God’s chosen deliverers.
In Hebrew, the basic word for God is El.
- The word el is found in many words throughout the Old Testament. El raises God high, reflecting His power.
- El emphasizes God’s might and power ... not a violent power, but profound power.
- El, when combined with other words, further identifies the nature or function of God. This is a compound name.
“The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.”
Proverbs 18:10
Names of God Containing El
- Elohim
“God” as Creator (Genesis 1:1)
- El Elyon
“God Most High” (Genesis 14:18–20)
- El Roi
“The God Who Sees” (Genesis 16:13)
- El Shaddai
“God Almighty” (Genesis 17:1)
- El Olam
“God Everlasting” (Genesis 21:33)
In Hebrew, the Word for “Lord” Is Jehovah or Yahweh
means “the Self-existent One”—The name Jehovah emphasizes His covenant-keeping role.
- Jehovah
“Lord, the Self-existent One, Yahweh”
(Genesis 2:4)
- Jehovah-Jireh
“the Lord, my Provider” (Genesis 22:14)
- Jehovah-Rapha
“the Lord who Heals” (Exodus 15:26)
- Jehovah-Nissi
“the Lord my Banner” (Exodus 17:15)
- Jehovah-M’Kaddesh
“the Lord who Sanctifies” (Exodus 31:13)
- Jehovah-Shalom
“the Lord is Peace” (Judges 6:23–24)
- Jehovah-Sabaoth
“the Lord of Hosts” (1 Samuel 1:3)
- Jehovah-Ra’ah
“the Lord my Shepherd” (Psalm 23:1)
- Jehovah-Tsidkenu
“the Lord our Righteousness” (Jeremiah 23:6)
- Jehovah-Shamah
“the Lord is There” (Ezekiel 48:35)
Major World Views about God
Here are the major worldviews regarding God:
Theism (Belief in a Personal God)
- Definition: God is a personal, all-powerful, and all-knowing being who created and governs the universe.
- Religions: Christianity, Islam, Judaism
- Key Beliefs:
- God is transcendent (beyond creation) yet immanent (involved in creation).
- God has a moral will and a relationship with humans.
- There is an afterlife (heaven/hell, paradise, judgment).
Deism (Belief in an Impersonal Creator God)
- Definition: God created the universe but does not intervene in human affairs.
- Beliefs:
- God is like a "divine watchmaker" who set the universe in motion but does not interact with it.
- No personal relationship with God.
- Founding fathers like Thomas Jefferson and Voltaire leaned toward Deism.
Pantheism (God is Everything and Everything is God)
- Definition: God and the universe are one; everything is divine.
- Religions: Hinduism, Some forms of Buddhism, New Age spirituality
- Key Beliefs:
- The universe is divine, and God is an impersonal force.
- No clear distinction between God and creation.
- Enlightenment comes through realizing one's unity with the divine.
Panentheism (God is in Everything but Also Beyond It)
- Definition: God is present in everything but also transcends creation.
- Religions: Some branches of Hinduism, Process Theology
- Beliefs:
- God is evolving with the universe.
- The world is part of God, but God is more than the world.
Polytheism (Belief in Many Gods)
- Definition: Multiple gods exist and govern different aspects of life.
- Religions: Hinduism (some sects), Ancient Greek, Roman, Norse, Egyptian religions
- Beliefs:
- Each god has a specific domain (e.g., Zeus – sky, Poseidon – sea).
- Gods can be personal but have human-like flaws.
Atheism (No Belief in God)
- Definition: There is no God or divine being.
- Beliefs:
- The universe exists by natural causes, not divine creation.
- Morality and meaning are human constructs.
- Some atheists hold to naturalism (everything has a scientific explanation).
Agnosticism (Uncertainty About God)
- Definition: The existence of God is unknown or unknowable.
- Types of Agnosticism:
- Soft Agnosticism – “I don’t know, but I’m open to finding out.”
- Hard Agnosticism – “It is impossible to know whether God exists.”
Secular Humanism (Human-Centered Philosophy)
- Definition: Focuses on human reason, ethics, and progress without belief in God.
- Beliefs:
- Morality comes from human reasoning, not divine revelation.
- Science and logic explain the world rather than supernatural beliefs.
Animism (Belief in Spirits and Nature Worship)
- Definition: The world is inhabited by spirits, ancestors, and deities in nature.
- Religions: Indigenous Spirituality, Shamanism, Tribal Religions
- Beliefs:
- Spirits exist in animals, plants, rivers, and ancestors.
- Rituals and sacrifices are needed to honor spirits.
Nihilism (Rejection of Meaning and God)
- Definition: Life has no inherent meaning, purpose, or higher power.
- Philosophy: Associated with Friedrich Nietzsche
- Beliefs:
- There is no absolute truth or morality.
- Some nihilists believe humans must create their own m
Key Verses to Learn
“Acknowledge and take to heart this day that the Lord is God in heaven above and on the earth below. There is no other.” (Deuteronomy 4:39)
“He has caused his wonders to be remembered; the Lord is gracious and compassionate” (Psalm 111:4).
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength” (Philippians 4:13).
“My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19).
Key Passage to Read
John chapter 14
