Tower of Refuge Church of God
“…But what should I say, if they ask me Your name?"
Exodus 3:13 CEV
Some of the names and attributes of God
Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore will I deliver him; I will set him on high, because he knows and understands My name. (has a personal knowledge of My mercy, love and kindness-trusts and relies on Me, knowing I will never forsake him, no never.) Ps 91:14
Let them praise and exalt the name of the Lord, for His name alone is exalted and supreme! His glory and majesty are above the earth and heaven! Ps 148:13
O Lord, our Lord, how excellent (majestic and glorious) is Your name in all the earth. Ps 8:9
The name of the Lord is a Strong Tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe, high above evil and strong. Prov. 18:10
And they who know Your name (who have experience and acquaintance with Your mercy) will lean on and confidently put their trust in You, for You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek (inquire of and for) You. Ps 9:10
Then those who feared the Lord talked often one to another; and the Lord listened and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before Him of those who reverenced and worshipfully feared the Lord and who thought on His name. And they shall be mine, says the Lord of hosts, in that day when I publicly recognize and openly declare them to be My jewels (My special possession, My peculiar treasure). And I will spare them, as a man spares his own son who serves him. Malachi 3:16-17
Let them confess and praise Your great name, awesome and reverence inspiring! It is holy , and holy is He! Ps. 99:3
A name imparts meaning, value, identity, and significance.
God
In the beginning God created the heaven and earth. Gen.1:1
God-the Supreme Being, the Master of the universe
Abba
For the Spirit which you have now received is not a spirit of slavery to put you once more in bondage to fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption (the Spirit producing sonship) in the bliss of which we cry, Abba! Father! Romans 8:15
Abba-father; the ancient Aramaic word. The peculiar term for the father-God used by Jesus
Advocate
My little children, I write you these things so that you may not violate God’s law and sin. But if anyone should sin, we have an Advocate (One who will intercede for us) with the Father-it is Jesus Christ the all righteous, upright, and just. Who conforms to the Father’s will in every purpose, thought and action. I John 2:1
Advocate-one who pleads the cause of another or himself; to defend, to urge, to support, to endorse
Almighty
When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, I am the Almighty God; walk and live habitually before Me and be perfect (blameless, whole hearted, complete). Gen. 17:1
I am the Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End. Says the Lord God, He Who was and Who is and Who is to come, the Almighty (the Ruler of all). Rev 1:8
Almighty-supremely powerful; of boundless sufficiency; extreme; God
Alpha, Omega, First and Last
I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last (the Before all and the End of all). Rev. 22:13
Amen, the Origin, Author of God ‘screation
And to the angel (messenger) of the assembly (church) in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the trusty and faithful and true Witness, the Origin and Beginning and Author of God’s creation. Rev. 3:14
Amen-so be it, an expression of fervent assent
Origin-source, beginning
Author-one who creates or originates
Ancient of Days
I kept looking until thrones were placed (for the assessors with the Judge), and the Ancient of Days (God, the eternal Father) took His seat, Whose garment was white as snow and the hair of His head like pure wool, His throne was like the fiery flame; its wheels were burning fire. Daniel 7:9
Ancient-belongs to a remote period of time, very old
Anointed One
The kings of the earth take their places; the rulers take counsel together against the Lord and His Anointed One (the Messiah, the Christ). Ps. 2:2
Anointed-to choose by or as if by divine election
Apostle
Wherefore holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus. Heb. 3:1
Apostle- a person zealously advocating a cause
Arm of the Lord
Who has believed (trusted in, relied upon, and clung to) our message (of which was revealed to us)? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been disclosed? Isa. 53:1
Arm-the range of authority; power
Author of Life (Source of Life)
But you killed the very Source (the Author) of life, Whom God raised from the dead. To this we are witnesses. Acts 3:15
Author-one who creates or originates
Life-the condition of a functioning creature; the time between life and death
Beginning, End
And He (further) said to me, It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without price from the fountain of the water of Life. Rev. 21:6
Beginning-a start or starting point; origin, source
End-completion, finish
Blessed and Sovereign Ruler
Which (appearing) will be shown forth in His own proper time by the blessed, only Sovereign (Ruler), the King of kings and the Lord of lord’s. I Tim. 6:15
Blessed-1) hold in reverence 2) honored in worship
Sovereign-one having supreme power
Branch
In those days and at that time will I cause a righteous Branch (the Messiah) to grow up to David; and He shall execute justice and righteousness in the land. Jeremiah 33:15
Branch-limb, bough, offshoot or subdivision
Bread of God
For the Bread of God is He Who comes down out of heaven and gives life to the world. John 6:48
Bread-a baked or fried food made from grain or refers to food in general
God-the Supreme Being, creator and master of all
Bridegroom
For as a young man marries a virgin (O Jerusalem) so shall your sons marry you; and as the bridegroom rejoices over the bride, so shall your God rejoice over you. Isa. 62:56
Bright and Morning Star
I, Jesus, have sent My messenger (angel) to you to witness and give to you assurance of these things for the churches (assemblies). I am the Root (the Source) and the Offspring of David, the radiant and brilliant Morning Star. Rev. 22:16
Chief Shepherd
And then when the Chief Shepherd is revealed, you will win the conqueror’s crown of glory. I Pet. 5:4
Chief-the head man; commander; leader; highest in rank or importance
Shepherd-1) sheep herder 2) pastor 3) Jesus Christ
Chosen One
Behold My Servant, Whom I uphold, My elect in Whom My soul delights! I have put My Spirit upon Him; He will bring forth justice and right and reveal truth to the nations. Isa. 42:1
Chosen-one who is the object of choice or of divine favor
Christ
Saying, what do you think of the Christ? Whose Son is He? They said to Him, the Son of David. Matt. 22:42
Christ-the Messiah; Jesus, as fulfilling his prophesied coming
Christ of God
And He said to them, But who do you say that I am? And Peter replied, The Christ of God! Luke 9:20
Christ-the Messiah; Jesus, as fulfilling his prophesied coming
God-the Supreme Being, creator and master of all
Christ the Lord
For to you is born this day in the town of David a Savior, Who is Christ (the Messiah) the Lord! Luke 2:11
Christ-the Messiah; Jesus, as fulfilling his prophesied coming
Lord-a master; God, Jesus Christ
Christ, Son of the Living God
Simon Peter replied You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God. Matt. 16:16
Christ-the Messiah; Jesus, as fulfilling his prophesied coming
Christ-the Messiah; Jesus, as fulfilling his prophesied coming
Comforter
But the Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, Whom the Father will send in My name (in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf), He will teach you all things. And He will cause you to recall (will remind you of, bring to your remembrance) everything I have told you. John 14:26
Comfort-1) consolation in trouble 2) to show kindness to someone, to console
Commander
Behold I have appointed him (Him) to be a witness (One who shall testify of salvation) to the nations a Prince, a Commander to the peoples. Isa. 55:4
Commander-a leader; chief officer
Consolation of Israel
Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon, and this man was righteous and devout, and looking for the Consolation of Israel; and the Holy Spirit was upon him. Luke 2:25
Console-comfort in a time of trouble
Consuming Fire
For our God is indeed a consuming fire. Heb. 12:29
For the Lord your God is a consuming fire; a jealous God. Deut. 4:24
Consume-devour; destroy
Cornerstone
Therefore, thus says the Lord God, Behold, I am laying in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tested Stone, a precious Cornerstone of sure foundation; he who believes (trusts in relies on, and adheres to that Stone) will not be ashamed or give way or hasten away (in sudden panic). Isa.28:16
Cornerstone-basic element; foundation
Creator
Therefore, those who are ill-treated and suffer in accordance with God’s will must do right and commit their souls to the One who created them and will never fail. I Pet. 4:19
Creator-one that creates by bringing something new or original into being
Desired of all nations
And I will shake all the nations and the desire and the precious things of all nations shall come, in and I will fill this house with splendor, says the Lord of Hosts. Haggai 2:7
Desire-want, wish, craving; to long for, to set your heart on
Door
So Jesus said again, I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, that I, Myself, am the Door for the sheep… I am the Door; anyone who enters in through Me will be saved. He will come in and he will go out, and will find pasture. John 10:7, 9
Door-any means of access, entrance, or exit
Eternal God
The eternal God is your refuge and dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms; He drove the enemy before you and thrust them out, saying, Destroy! Deut. 33:27
Eternal-having infinite duration
Faithful Witness, Prince (Ruler) over kings of the earth
And from Jesus Christ the faithful and trustworthy Witness, the First born of the dead (first to be brought back to life) and the Prince (Ruler) of the kings of the earth. To Him Who ever loves us and has once (for all) loosed and freed us from our sins by His own blood. Rev. 1:5
Faithful-loyal, trustworthy, full of faith
Witness-to see, observe, hear
Ruler-one who governs
Firstborn
For those whom He foreknew (of whom He was aware and loved beforehand), He also destined from the beginning (foreordaining them) to be molded into the image of His Son (and share inwardly His likeness), that He might become the Firstborn among many brethren. Rom.8:29
Firstborn-eldest; first in order of birth
Firstfruits
But the fact is that Christ (the Messiah) has been raised from the dead, and He became the Firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep (in death)…But each in his own rank and turn: Christ (the Messiah) is the Firstfruits, then those who are Christ’s (own will be resurrected) at his coming. I Cor. 15:20, 23
Firstfruits-the earliest gathered fruits offer to the deity in acknowledgment of the gift of fruitfulness
Friend
The Son of man came eating and drinking (with others), and they say, Behold, a glutton and a wine drinker, a friend of tax collectors and (especially) wicked sinners! Yet wisdom is justified and vindicated by what she does and by her children. Matt. 11:19
Friend-a person on intimate and affectionate terms with another
Gentle Whisper
And after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire; and after the fire (a sound of gentle stillness and) a still, small voice. I Kings 19:12
Gentle-mild in manner or disposition; tender; peaceful; tame
Whisper-to speak very softly
Gift of God
Jesus answered her, If you had only known and only recognized God’s gift and Who this is that is saying to you, Give Me a drink, you would have asked Him (instead) and He would have given you living water. John 4:10
Gift-something given; a present
Glory of the Lord
And the glory (majesty and splendor) the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together, for the mouth of the Lord has spoken it. Isa. 40:5
Glory-splendor; fame; a state of well-being; proud of or rejoice in; praise given to someone who has accomplished something extraordinary
God Over all
To them belong the patriarchs, as far as his natural descent was concerned, from them is the Christ, Who is exalted and supreme over all, God, blessed forever! Amen Rom. 9:5
Good Shepherd
I am the Good Shepherd; the Good Shepherd risks and lays down His (own) life for the sheep. John 10:11
Good-appropriate, suitable, useful; what is virtuous and kind
Shepherd-1) sheep herder 2) pastor 3) Jesus Christ
Great Shepherd, God of Peace
Now may the God of peace (Who is the Author and the Giver of peace), Who brought again from among the dead, our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood (that sealed, ratified) the everlasting agreement (covenant, testament). Heb. 13:20
Great-important; vast; extreme; notable; renowned; magnificent
Shepherd-1) sheep herder 2) pastor 3) Jesus Christ
Guide
For this God is our God forever and ever; He will be our Guide (even) until death. Ps. 48:14
Guide-to show the way or lead; to counsel
Head of the Body (Church)
He also is the Head of (His) body, the church; seeing He is the Beginning, the Firstborn from among the dead, so that He alone in everything and in every respect might occupy the chief place (stand first and be preeminent). Col. 1:18
Head-to lead or direct
Heir of all things
(But) in the last of these days He has spoken to us in (the person of) the Son, Whom He appointed Heir and lawful Owner of all things also by and through Whom He created the worlds and the reaches of space and the ages of time (He made, produced, built, operated and arranged them in order). Eph. 5:23
Heir-one who will inherit
High Priest
So then, brethren consecrated and set apart for God, who share in the heavenly calling (thoughtfully and attentively) consider Jesus, the Apostle and High Priest Whom we confessed (as ours when we embraced the Christian faith). Heb. 3:1
High-raise far above; elevated in rank
Priest-a person authorized to perform religious rites
Holy
Extol the Lord our God and worship at His footstool! Holy is He! Ps. 99:5
Holy-sacred
Holy One
For You will not abandon my soul, leaving it helpless in Hades (the state of departed spirits), nor let Your Holy One know decay or see destruction (of the body after death). Acts 2:27
Holy-sacred
Holy One of Israel, Redeemer Of Israel
Thus says the Lord, the Redeemer of Israel, Israel’s Holy One, to Him whom man rejects and despises, to Him whom the nations abhor, to the servant of rulers; kings shall see You and arise; princes, and they shall see you and arise; princes, and they shall prostrate themselves, because of the Lord, Who is faithful, the Holy One of Israel, Who has chosen you. Isa. 49:7
Holy-sacred
Horn of Salvation
And He has raised up a Horn of Salvation (a mighty and valiant Helper, the author of salvation) for us in the house of David His servant. Luke 1:69
Salvation-saved from harm or loss, deliverance from evil
I Am
And God said to Moses, I AM WHO I AM and WHAT I AM, and I WILL BE WHAT I WILL BE; and He said, you shall say this to the Israelites; I AM has sent me to you. John 8:58
Image of God
For the god of this world ha blinded the unbelievers minds (that they should not discern the truth), preventing them from seeing the illuminating light of the Gospel of the glory of Christ, Who is the Image and likeness of God. II Cor. 4:4
Image-a representation of the form and features of a person or thing
God-the Supreme Being, the Master of the universe
Immanuel (or Emmanuel)
Therefore the Lord Himself shall give you a sign: Behold, the young woman who is unmarried and a virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel (God with us). Isa. 7:14
Jealous
For you shall worship no other god; for the Lord, Whose name is Jealous, is a jealous (impassioned) God. Ex. 34:14
Jealous-intolerant of rivalry
Jehovah
That men may know that thou, whose name alone is Jehovah, art the most high over all the earth. Ps. 83:18
Jehovah-the name of God in the Old Testament; Lord
Jesus
She will bear a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins (that is, prevent them from failing and missing the true end and scope of life, which is God). Matt. 1:21
Jesus-savior
Judge, Lawgiver
For the Lord is our Judge, the Lord is our Lawgiver, the Lord is our King; He will save us. Isa. 33:22
Judge-one with legal authority
King
Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout aloud, O Daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King comes to you; He is (uncompromisingly) just and having salvation (triumphant and victorious), patient, meek, lowly, and riding a donkey, upon a colt, the foal of a donkey. Zechariah 9:9
King-a male sovereign; one superior in a particular field; ruler
King of the ages
And they sang the song of Moses to the servant of God and of the Lamb, saying, Mighty and marvelous are Your works, O Lord God the Omnipotent! Righteous (just) and true are Your ways, O Sovereign of the ages (King of the nations). Rev. 15:3
King-a male sovereign; one superior in a particular field; ruler
Lamb of God
The next day John saw Jesus coming to him and said Look! There is the Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world. John 1:29
Lamb-figuratively of Christ as lamb used for sacrifice
God-the Supreme Being, the Master of the universe
Last Adam
Thus it is written, The first man Adam became a living being 9an individual personality); the last Adam (Christ) became a life-giving Spirit (restoring the dead to life). I Cor. 15:45
Like an eagle
As an eagle that stirs up her nest that flutters over her young He spread abroad His wings and He took them, He bore them on His pinions. Deut. 32:11
Lily of the Valley, Rose of Sharon
I am only a little rose or autumn crocus of the Plain of Sharon, or a (humble) lily of the valley (that grows in deep and difficult places). Song of Songs 2:1
Roses were greatly prized in the East, for the rose-water. The Rose of Sharon is sacredly associated with the heavenly Bridegroom.
Lion of the tribe of Judah, Root (Source) Of David
Then one of the elders said to me, Stop weeping! See, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root (Source) of David, has won (has overcome and conquered)! He can open the scroll and break its seven seals! Rev. 5:5
Living Stone
Come to Him (then, to that) Living Stone which man tried and threw away, but which is chosen and precious in God’s sight.
I Pet. 2:4
Lord
You call Me the Teacher (Master) and the Lord, and you are right in doing so, for that is what I am. John 13:13
Lord Jesus Christ
But thanks be to God, Who gives us the victory (making us conquerors) through our Lord Jesus Christ. I Cor. 15:57
Lord of all
You know the contents of the message which He sent to Israel, announcing the good news of peace by Jesus Christ, Who is Lord of all. Acts 10:36
Lord of glory
None of the rulers of this age or world perceived and recognized or understood this, for if they had they would never have crucified the Lord of glory. I Cor. 2:8
Glory-splendor; fame; a state of well-being; proud of or rejoice in; praise given to someone who has accomplished something extraordinary
Lord of Hosts
Now therefore thus says the Lord of Hosts: Consider your ways and set your mind on what has come to you. Haggai 1:5
Lord our righteousness
In His days Judah shall be saved and Israel shall dwell safely: and this is His name by which He shall be called: The Lord Our Righteousness. Jeremiah 23:6
Righteousness-free from guilt of sin; moral; virtuous
Love
He who does not love has not become acquainted with God, for God is love. I John 4:8
Love-1) a very strong warm feeling or deep concern for someone commitment 2) to feel passion, or a strong affection for someone or something
Master
And Simon (Peter) answered, Master, we toiled all night and caught nothing. But on the ground of Your Word, I will lower the nests again. Luke 5:5
Master-one who has chief authority or control
Mediator
For there (is only) one God, and (only) one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus. I Tim. 2:5
Mediator-settles a dispute as an impartial third party
Merciful God
Go and proclaim these words toward the North (where the ten tribes have been taken captives) and say, Return, faithless Israel, says the Lord, and I will not cause My countenance to fall and look in anger upon you, for I am merciful, says the Lord; I will not keep My anger forever. Jeremiah 3:12
Mercy-compassion; an act of forgiveness or compassion; the act of sparing someone punishment shown to an offender or enemy
God-the Supreme Being, the Master of the universe
Messenger
Behold, I sent My messenger, and he shall prepare the way before Me, and the Lord (the Messiah), Whom you seek, will suddenly come to His temple, the Messenger or Angel of the covenant, Whom you desire, behold, He shall come, says the Lord of hosts.
Malachi 3:1
Messenger-one who bears a message
Covenant-a solemn agreement; promise
Messiah
The woman said to Him, I know that Messiah is coming, He Who is called the Christ (the Anointed One); and when He arrives, He will tell us everything we need to know and make clear to us.
John 4:25
Messiah-the expected King and Deliverer of the Jews
Mighty God, Prince of Peace, Wonderful Counselor, Everlasting Father, Child, Son
For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulders and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father (of eternity), Prince of Peace. Isa. 9:6
Mighty-powerful, strong, important, great
God-the Supreme Being, the Master of the universe
Prince-the title of a son of a sovereign
Peace-a calm ordered condition
Wonderful-astonishing; very good
Counselor-someone who helps you make the best choice
Mighty One
The Mighty One, God, the Lord, speaks and calls the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting. Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth. Ps. 50:1, 2
Mighty-powerful, strong, important, great
Nazarene
He went and dwelt in a town called Nazareth, so that what was spoken through the prophets would be fulfilled: He shall be called a Nazarene (Branch, Seperated One). Matt. 2:23
Offspring of David, Root of David
I, Jesus, have sent My messenger (angel) to you to witness and give you assurance of these things for the churches (assemblies), I am the Root (the source) and the Offspring of David, the radiant and brilliant Morning Star. Rev. 22:16
Offspring-descendent
Root-the foundation of anything; the source, origin, or cause
Only Begotten Son
No man has ever seen God at any time; the only unique Son, or the only begotten Son, Who is in the bosom (in the intimate presence) of the Father, He has declared Him (He has revealed Him and brought Him out where He can be seen; He has interupreted Him and He has made Him known). John 1:18
Our Passover Lamb
Purge (clean out) the old leaven that you may be fresh (new) dough, still uncontaminated (as you are), for Christ, Our Passover Lamb, has been sacrificed. I Cor. 5:7
Passover-a feast of unleavened bread
Lamb-figuratively of Christ as lamb used for sacrifice
Potter
Yet, O Lord, You are our Father; we are the clay, and You our Potter, and we are the work of Your hand. Isa. 64:8
Power of God, Wisdom of God
But to those who are called, whether Jew or Greek, Christ is the Power of God and the Wisdom of God. I Cor. 1:24
God-the Supreme Being, the Master of the universe
Power- the ability to do something, strength or force; strength, energy; the energy or ability to act effectively; authority to act
Wisdom-learning and the capacity to use it
Prophet
Thus Moses said to the forefathers, The Lord God will raise up for you a Prophet from among you brethren as (He raised up) me; Him you shall listen to and understand by hearing and heed in all things whatever He tells you. Acts 3:22
Prophet-a spokesman, esp. one inspired by God
Rabboni (Teacher)
Jesus said to her, Mary! Turning around she said to Him in Hebrew, Rabboni-which means Teacher or Master. John 20:16
Rock
And they all drank the same spiritual (supernaturally given) drink. For they drank from a spiritual Rock which followed them, and the Rock was Christ. I Cor. 10:4
Rock-a foundation; strength
Ruler over Israel
But you, Bethlehem Ephratah, you are little to be among the clans of Judah; (yet) out of you shall one come forth for Me Who is to be Ruler in Israel Whose goings forth have been from of old, from ancient days (eternity). Micah 5:2
Ruler-one who governs
Scepter out of Israel, Star of Jacob
I see Him, but not now; I behold Him, but He is not near. A (Star) shall come forth out of Jacob, and a Scepter shall rise out of Israel and shall crush all the corners of Moab and break down all the sons of Sheth. Numbers 24:17
Scepter-1) emblem of authority 2) royal or imperial authority: sovereignty
Seed
And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her Seed; He will bruise and tread your head underfoot, and you will lie in wait and bruise His heel. Gen. 3:15
Seed-Offspring, descendents
Servant
Behold My Servant, Whom I uphold, My elect in Whom My soul delights! I have put My Spirit upon Him; He will bring forth justice, and right and reveal truth to the nations. Isa. 42:1
Servant- one who serves
Shepherd of souls (Bishop of souls) (Guardian)
For you were going astray like sheep, but now you have come back to the Shepherd and Guardian (the Bishop) of your souls.
I Pet. 2:25
Shepherd-1) sheep herder 2) pastor 3) Jesus Christ
Son of David
As Jesus passed on from there, two blind men followed Him, shouting loudly, have pity and mercy on us, Son of David. Matt.9:27
Son of the Most High
He will be great (eminent) and will be called the Son of the Most High; and the Lord God will give to Him the throne of His forefather David. Luke 1:32
Most- greatest in quantity or number; to the greatest extent
High- raise far above; elevated in rank
Source of eternal salvation
And, (His completed experience) making Him perfectly equipped, He became the Author and Source of eternal salvation to all those who give heed and obey and obey Him. Heb. 5:9
Spirit of God
The earth was without form and an empty waste, and darkness was upon the face of the very great deep. The Spirit of God was moving (hovering, brooding) over the face of the waters. Gen. 1:2
Spirit-dominant influence
Spirit of Truth
But when the Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Advocate, Intercessor, Strengthener, Standby) comes, Whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of Truth Who comes (proceeds) from the Father, He (Himself) will testify regarding Me. John 15:26
Spirit-dominant influence
Truth-the facts, what actually happened
Stone
And a Stone that will cause stumbling and a Rock that will give (men) offense; they stumble because they disobey and disbelieve (God’s) Words, as those (Who reject Him) were destined (appointed) to do. I Pet. 2:8
Sun of Righteousness
But unto you who revere and worshipfully fear My name shall the Sun of Righteousness arise with healing in His wings and His beams, and you shall go forth and gambal like calves (released) from the stall and leap for joy. Mal. 4:2
Sun-anything splendid or luminous
Righteousness-free from guilt of sin; moral; virtuous
True Light
There was-the true Light (as then) coming into the world (the genuine, perfect, steadfast Light) that illumines every person. John 1:9
True-correct, accurate, genuine; firm in adherence to principles; faithful; loyal; truthful; sure; reliable; rightful; legitimate
Light-1) the opposite of darkness 2) to ignite a fire 3) to illuminate, to brighten
Vine, Vinedresser
I am the True Vine, and My Father is the Vinedresser…I am the Vine, You are the branches. Whoever lives in Me and I in them bears much fruit. However, apart from Me you can do nothing. John 15:1, 5
Word
In the beginning was the Word (Christ) and the Word was with God, and the Word was God Himself…And the Word (Christ) became flesh (human, incarnate) and a tabernacle (fixed His tent of flesh, lived awhile) among us; and we (actually) saw His glory (His honor, His majesty), such glory as an only begotten son receives from his father, full of grace (favor, loving-kindness) and truth. John 1:1, 14
Word-the smallest meaningful unit of a language; speech; a brief remark, message, comment, command; a promise
Word of God
He is dressed in a robe dyed by dipping in blood, and the title by which He is called is the Word of God. Rev. 19:13
Word-the smallest meaningful unit of a language; speech; a brief remark, message, comment, command; a promise
God-the Supreme Being, the Master of the universe
God Who Avenges me
The Lord lives! Blessed be my Rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted. The God who avenges me and subdues peoples under me. Ps. 18:46-47
Avenge-exact satisfaction or vengeance for or on the behalf of
My Redeemer
For I know that my Redeemer liveth, and that He shall stand at the latter day upon the earth. Job 19:25
Redeem-1) to recover, reclaim or retrieve 2) to buy back 3) to exchange or fulfill
My Hope, Source of my confidence
For you are my hope, O Lord God, You are my trust from my youth and the source of my confidence. Ps 71:5
Hope-1) confident expectation 2) desire or anticipate with expectation of fulfillment
My Patience,Encouragement
Now may the God Who gives the power of patient endurance (steadfastness) and who supplies encouragement, grant you to live in such mutual harmony and such full sympathy with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus. Romans 15:5
Patience-the act of waiting calmly for someone or something; the ability to accept without complaint
The Way, The Truth, The Life
Jesus said to him, I am the Way and the Truth and the Life: no one comes to the Father except by (through) Me. John 14:6
Way-a direction,; a passage from one place to another; a process or means; a condition
Truth-the facts, what actually happened
Life-the condition of a functioning creature; the time between life and death
My Resting Place
My people have been lost sheep, their shepherds have led them astray (to favorite places of idolatry) on mountains (that seduce). They have gone from (one sin to another) mountain to hill; they have forgotten their (own) Resting Place. Jer. 50:6
Rest-1) a quiet time for relaxation 2) to relax or feel at ease
Place-a designated area or a particular space
My Overcomer
I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have (perfect) peace and confidence. In the world you have tribulation and trial and distress and frustration; but be of good cheer (take courage; be confident, certain, undaunted)! For I have overcome the world. (I have deprived it of power to harm you and have conquered it for you) John 16:33
Overcome-to beat, to conquer, to lick; or prevail over; to win
My Light
Once more Jesus addressed the crowd, He said, I am the Light of the world, He who follows Me will not be walking in the dark, but will have the Light which is Life. John 8:12
Light-1) the opposite of darkness 2) to ignite a fire 3) to illuminate, to brighten
Bread of Life
Jesus replied, I am the Bread of Life, He who comes to Me will never be hungry, and he who believes in and cleaves to and trusts in and relies on Me will never thirst anymore (at any time). John 6:35
Bread-a baked or fried food made from grain or refers to food in general
Life-the condition of a functioning creature; the time between life and death
My Fortress
The Lord is my Rock, my Fortress, and My Deliverer; my God, my keen and firm Strength in Whom I will trust and take refuge, my Shield, and the Horn of my Salvation, my High Tower. Ps 18:2
Fortress-a building with strong walls made to be defended against attack, a fort
My Refuge, My Shelter, My shade
For You have been a Stronghold for the poor, a Stronghold for the needy in his distress, a Shelter from the storm, a Shade from the heat, for the blast of the ruthless one is like a rainstorm against a wall. Isa. 25:4
Refuge-a safe place, a place to hide
Storm-an atmospheric disturbance marked by strong winds, precipitation, ect; a violent emotional outburst; to attack
Shelter-that which covers or protects
Shade-to protect from light or heat
My Everlasting Father
For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulders and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Isa. 9:6
Everlasting-lasting or enduring through all time
Father-1) male parent 2) any male ancestor 3) anyone who makes a thing or produces it
The Author of My Faith, Finisher
Looking away (from all that will distract) to Jesus, Who is the leader and the Source of our faith (giving the first incentive for our belief) and is also it’s Finisher (bringing it to maturity and perfection). He for the joy (of obtaining the prize) that was set before Him, endured the cross despising and ignoring the shame, and is now seated at the right hand of the throne of God.
Heb. 12:2
Author-one who creates or originates
Faith-a belief in something that is not seen; relying on trust; belief without firm proof
Finish-complete; to perfect
My Deliverer
But I am poor and needy, hasten to me, O God! You are my Help and My Deliverer, O Lord, do not tarry! Ps. 70:5
Deliver-to rescue or to set free; to carry or give over to another; to bring forth or produce; to fulfill a promise; to preform well
My Counselor
I will bless the Lord, Who has given me counsel; my heart instructs me in the night season. Ps. 16:7
Counselor-someone who helps you make the best choice; someone who guides
My Peace
For He is Himself our peace (our bond of unity and harmony) He has made us both (Jew and Gentile) one body, and has broken down (destroyed, abolished) the hostile dividing wall between us.
Eph. 2:14
Peace-a calm ordered condition
My Rewarder
But without faith it is impossible to please and be satisfactory to Him. For whoever would come near to God must believe that God exists and that He is the rewarder of those who earnestly and diligently seek Him out. Heb. 11:6
Reward-something given to praise good work, kindness, or bravery
My Healer
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds (curing their pains and their sorrows). Ps. 147:3
Heal-to cure, to treat an illness, to remedy, to repair
My Shield
Our inner selves wait (earnestly) for the Lord; He is our Help and our Shield. Ps. 33:20
Shield-1) a piece of defensive armor carried on the arm, protection 2) to defend or protect 3) to conceal (hide from view)
My Purifier (Refiner)
And He shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and He will purify the priests, the sons of Levi, and refine them like gold or silver, that they may offer to the Lord offerings in righteousness. Mal. 3:3
Purify-to make clean, to free from imperfection
My Hiding Place
You are a hiding place for me; You, Lord, preserve me from trouble, You surround me with songs and shouts of deliverance. Selah (pause and calmly think of that) Ps 32:7
Hide-to put out of sight or keep a secret
Place-a designated area or a particular space
My Refiner, Refiner‘s Fire, Fullers’ soap
But who can endure the day of His coming? And who can stand when He appears? For He is like a refiner’s fire and like a fuller’s soap. Mal. 3:2
Refine-reduce to a fine unmixed, or pure state by removing all unwanted matter.
Fire-burning; combustion; a strong feeling
The Lifter of my head, My Glory
But you, O Lord, are a Shield for me, my glory, and the Lifter of my head. Ps 3:3
Lift-1) the means by which something is raised 2) to pick up, to raise, to elevate
Glory-splendor; fame; a state of well-being; proud of or rejoice in; praise given to someone who has accomplished something extraordinary
My Stronghold
The Lord is good, a Strength and Stronghold in the day of trouble; He knows (recognizes, has knowledge of, and understands) those who take refuge and trust Him. Nah. 1:7
Stronghold-a place of security or survival
The End of the Law
For Christ is the end of the Law (the limit at which it ceases to be, for the Law leads up to Him Who is the fulfillment of its types, and in Him the purpose which it is designed to accomplish is fulfilled in Him. That is, the purpose of the Law is fulfilled in Him) as the means of righteousness (right relationship to God) for everyone who trusts in and adheres to and relies on Him. Rom. 10:4
Faithful and True
After that I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse appeared! The One Who was riding it is called Faithful (Trustworthy, Loyal, Incorruptible, Steady) and True, and He passes judgment, and wages war in righteousness (holiness, justice, and uprightness). Rev. 19:11
Faithful-loyal, trustworthy, full of faith
True-1) honest, real, based on fact 2) loyal
The Forerunner
Where Jesus has entered in for us (in advance) a Forerunner having become a High Priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. Heb. 6:20
Forerunner-one that precedes or indicates the approach of another
The Head of all principality and power
You are in Him, made full and having come to fullness of life. And He is the Head of all rule and authority of every angelic principality and power. Col. 2:10
Head-to lead or direct
My Helper
So we take comfort and are encouraged and confidently and boldly say, The Lord is my Helper; I will not be seized with alarm. (I will not fear or dread or be terrified) What can man do to me?
Heb. 13:6
Help-assistance, support, guidance
The Just One
Which of the prophets have not your fathers persecuted? And they have slain them which showed before of the coming of the Just One; of whom ye have been now the betrayers and murderers.
Acts 7:52
Just-1) fair and right 2) normal 3) amount needed and no more
King of Kings, Lord of lords, Lamd
They will wage war against the Lamb, and the Lamb will triumph over them; for He is Lord of lords, and King of kings-and those with Him and on His side are chosen and called and loyal and faithful followers. Rev. 17:14
King-a male sovereign; one superior in a particular field; ruler
King of Peace, King of Righteousness
And Abraham gave to Him a tenth portion of all (the spoil). He is primarily, as His name when translated indicates, King of righteousness, and then He is also King of Salem, which means King of peace. Heb. 7:2
Righteousness-free from guilt of sin; moral; virtuous
Peace-a calm ordered condition
The Lamb slain
All the inhabitants of the earth will fall dawn in adoration and pay Him homage, everyone whose name has not been recorded in the Book of Life of the Lamb that was slain from the foundation of the world. Rev. 13:8
Lamb-figuratively of Christ as lamb used for sacrifice
The Living Bread
I am this Living Bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this Bread, he will live forever; and also the Bread that I shall give for the life of the world is My flesh. John 6:51
Living-having life or existence; the means to support life
Bread-a baked or fried food made from grain or refers to food in general
A Man of Sorrows, One from Whom men hide their faces
He was despised and rejected and forsaken by men, A Man of sorrows and pains, and acquainted with grief and sickness; and like One from Whom men hide their faces He was despised, and we did not appreciate His worth or have any esteem for Him.
Isa. 52:3
Sorrow-pain or sadness because of loss; an event that causes distress; the expression of grief
A Name above every name
Therefore (because He stooped so low) God has highly exalted Him and has freely bestowed on Him the name that is above every name. That in (at) the name of Jesus every knee should (must) bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue (frankly and openly) confess acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Phillipians 2:9-11
Name-a word by which something is known; a designation or title
Ointment poured forth
The odor of Your ointment is fragrant; Your name is like perfume (ointment) poured out. Therefore do the maidens love You. Song of Solomon 1:3
Ointment-general term for perfumes, cosmetics, for substances used for medicinal, sacred, and ceremonial purposes.
Physician
And He said unto them Ye will surely say unto me this proverb, Physician, heal thyself: whatsoever we have heard done in Capernaum, do also here in thy country. Luke 4:23
Physician-a doctor of medicine, one devoted to healing
Quick Understanding
And shall make of Him of Quick Understanding and His delight shall be in reverential and obedient fear of the Lord, and He shall not judge by the sight of His eyes, neither decide by the hearing of His ears. Isa. 11:3
Quick-swift and abrupt; alert, intelligent
Understanding-comprehension; the capacity to think, retain knowledge
The Same yesterday, today, and forever
Jesus Christ (the Messiah) is (always) the same, yesterday, today, and forever. Heb. 13:8
My Steadfast Love, High Tower
Blessed be the Lord, my Rock and my keen and firm Strength, Who teaches my hands to war and my fingers to fight-My Steadfast Love and my Fortress, my High Tower and my Deliverer, my Shield and He in Whom I trust and take refuge, Who subdues my people under me. Lord, what is man that You take notice of him? Or the son of man that You take account of him? Ps. 144:1-3
Steadfast—firmly fixed, or established, unwavering, constant; firmly fixed, as in faith or devotion to duty
Love-1) a very strong warm feeling or deep concern for someone commitment 2) to feel passion, or a strong affection for someone or something
Tower-a tall structure or part of a structure; a place of security
My Savior
Awaiting and looking for the blessed hope, even the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Christ Jesus. Titus 2:13
Savior-someone who saves others from danger
The Son of God
Nathanael answered, Teacher, You are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel! John 1:49
The Son of Man
Then He said to him, I assure you, most solemnly I tell you all, you shall see heaven opened, and the angels of God ascending, and descending upon the Son of Man! John 1:49
Tender and Merciful God
Because of and through the heart of tender mercy and loving-kindness of our God, a Light from on high will dawn upon us and visit us. Luke 1:78
Tender-marked by gentleness and consideration
Mercy-compassion; an act of forgiveness or compassion; the act of sparing someone punishment shown to an offender or enemy
Glory of God
He is the sole expression of the glory of God and He is the perfect imprint and very image of God’s nature, upholding and maintaining and guiding and propelling the universe by His mighty word of power. When He had by offering Himself accomplished our cleansing of sins and riddance of guilt, He sat down at the right hand of the divine Majesty on high. Heb. 1:3
Glory-splendor; fame; a state of well-being; proud of or rejoice in; praise given to someone who has accomplished something extraordinary
The Word of Life
(We are writing) about the Word of Life in Him Who existed from the beginning, Whom heard, Whom we have seen with our own eyes, Whom we have gazed upon for ourselves and have touched with our own hands. I John 1:1
Word-the smallest meaningful unit of a language; speech; a brief remark, message, comment, command; a promise
Glory-splendor; fame; a state of well-being; proud of or rejoice in; praise given to someone who has accomplished something extraordinary
My Defense
But the Lord has become my High Tower and Defense, and my God the Rock of my refuge. Ps. 94:22
Defense-protection from harm; a means of protection; justification for an action
My Exceeding Great Reward
After these things, the word of the Lord came to Abram, in a vision saying, Fear not, Abram, I am your shield, your abundant compensation, and your reward shall be exceedingly great.
Gen. 15:1
Exceed-1) to pass beyond the measure of something 2) to surpass
Great-1) large in size, quantity, duration 2) eminent, remarkable
My Father
He shall cry to Me, You are my Father, my God, and the Rock of my salvation! Ps. 89:26
Father-1) male parent 2) any male ancestor 3) anyone who makes a thing or produces it
A Father to the fatherless
A father of the fatherless and a judge and protector of the widows is God in His holy habitation. Ps. 68:5
Father-1) male parent 2) any male ancestor 3) anyone who makes a thing or produces it
The Help of my countenance
Why are you cast down O my inner self? And why should you moan over me and be disquieted within me? Hope in God and expectantly wait for Him, who is the help of my countenance, and my God. Ps. 42:11
Help-assistance, support, guidance
Countenance-a facial expression, aspect, appearance, composure
My Keeper
The Lord is your Keeper; the Lord is your shade on your right hand (the side not carrying a shield). Ps. 121:5
Keep-to retain as possession; to tend or care for
The King Eternal, Immortal, Invisible
Now to the King of eternity, incorruptible, and immortal, invisible the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.
I Timothy 1:17
Eternal-1) existing throughout all time; without beginning or end 2) incessant 3) God; endless, infinite, forever
Immortal-not subject to death, cessation, or oblivion; undying, everlasting, perpetual
Invisible-unseen
Lord Mighty in Battle
Who is the King of glory? The lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. Ps. 24:8
Mighty-powerful, strong, important, great, momentous
Battle-to fight, hostile encounter, engagement forces
The Most High
I will rejoice in You and be in high spirits; I will sing praise to Your name, O Most High. Ps. 9:2
Most-greatest in quantity or number; to the greatest extent
High-raise far above; elevated in rank
The Nourisher of thine old age
And may He be to you a restorer of life and a nourisher and supporter in your old age… Ruth 4:14
Nourish-1) to feed or foster the growth of something 2) to keep healthy, to nurture, to strengthen
The Path of Life
You will show me the path of Life; in Your presence is fullness of joy, at Your right hand there are pleasures forevermore. Ps. 16:11
Path-course or track
Life-the condition of a functioning creature; the time between life and death
A Place of Refuge
And there shall be a pavilion for shade in the daytime from the heat, and for a place of refuge and a shelter from the storm and from rain. Isa. 4:6
Refuge-a shelter or protection from danger or distress
My Portion
You are my portion, O Lord; I have promised to keep Your words. Ps. 119:57
Portion-an individual’s part or share of something
A Refuge for the Oppressed
The Lord also will be a Refuge and a High tower for the oppressed, a refuge and a stronghold in times of trouble (high cost, destitution, and desperation). Ps 9:9
Refuge-a shelter or protection from danger or distress
Opressed-1) crushed or burdened by abuse of power or authority 2) burdened spiritually or mentally
The Rock Higher than I
From the end of the earth will I cry to You, when my heart is overwhelmed and fainting; lead me to the rock that is higher than I. Ps 61:2
Rock-a foundation; strength
Stronghold of Salvation
The Lord is their (unyielding) Strength, and He is the Stronghold of salvation to (me) his anointed. Ps. 28:8
Stronghold-a place of security or survival
Salvation-1) deliverance; that which saves 2) redemption
The Strength of my life
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Ps. 27:1
A very present help in trouble
God is our Refuge and Strength (mighty and impenetrable to temptation), a very present and well proved help in trouble. Ps. 46:1
Help-assistance, support, guidance
Omnipotent
After that I heard what sounded like the shout of a vast throng, like the boom of many pounding waves, and like the roar of terrific and mighty peals of thunder, exclaiming, Hallelujah (praise the Lord!) For now the Lord our God the omnipotent (the All –Ruler) reigns! Rev. 19:6
Omnipotent-having infinite power
Omniscient
Then you will understand the reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of (our omniscient) God. Prov. 2:5
Omniscient-all-knowing
Zion
The sons of those who afflicted you shall come bending low to you, and all those who despised you shall bow down at your feet, and they shall call you the City of the Lord, the Zion of the Holy One of Israel. Isa. 60:14
Old Testament Names of God
EL-the Strong One
Elohim
-meaning “God”
-reference to God’s power and might
-Genesis 1:1-In the beginning God (prepared, formed, fashioned, and) created the heavens and the earth.
-Psalm 19:1-The heavens declare the glory of god; and the firmament shows and proclaims His handiwork.
Adonai
-meaning “Lord”
-reference to the Lordship of God
-Malachi 1:6-A son honors his father, and a servant his master. If then I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a Master, where is the (reverent) fear due Me? Says the Lord of hosts to you, O priests, who despise My name. You say, How and in what way have we despised Your name?
Jehovah-Yahweh
-meaning “Lord”
-reference to God’s divine salvation
-Exodus 3:14,15-And God said to Moses, I AM WHO I AM and WHAT I AM and I WILL BE WHAT I WILL BE; and He said, You shall say this to the Israelites: I AM has sent me to you! God said also to Moses, This shall you say to the Israelites, the Lord, the God of your fathers, of Abraham, of Isaac and of Jacob, has sent me to you! This is My name forever, and by this name I am to be remembered to all generations.
Jehovah-Maccaddeshem
-meaning “The Lord My Sanctifier
-Exodus 31:13-Say to the Israelites, Truly you shall keep My Sabbath, for it is a sign between Me and you throughout your generations, that you may know that I, the Lord, sanctify you (set you apart for Myself).
Jehovah-Rohi
-meaning “The Lord My Shepherd”
-Psalm 23:1-The Lord is my Shepherd (to feed, guide, and shield me) I shall not lack.
Jehovah Shammah
-meaning “The Lord Who Is Present”
-Ezekiel 48:35-The distance around the city shall be 18,000 measures; and the name of the city from that day and ever after shall be, THE LORD IS THERE.
Jehovah-Rapha
-meaning “The Lord Our Healer”
- Exodus 15:26-Saying, If you will diligently hearken to the voice of the Lord your God and will do what is right in His sight, and will listen to and obey His commandments and deep all His statutes, I will put none of the diseases upon you which I brought upon the Egyptians, for I am the Lord Who Heals you.
Jehovah Tsidkenu
-meaning “The Lord Our Righteousness”
-Jeremiah 23:6-In His days Judah shall be saved and Israel shall dwell safely: and this is His name by which He shall be called: The Lord Our Righteousness.
Jehovah-Jireh
-meaning-“The Lord Will Provide”
-Genesis 22:13, 14-Then Abraham looked up and glanced around, and behold, behind him was a ram caught in a thicket by his horns. And Abraham went and took the ram and offered it up for a burnt offering and an ascending sacrifice instead of his son! So Abraham called the name of that place, The Lord Will Provide. And it is said to this day on the mount of the Lord it will be provided.
Jehovah-Nissi
-meaning “The Lord Our Banner”
-Exodus 17:15-And Moses built an alter and called the name of it, The Lord is my Banner.
Jehovah-Shalom
-meaning “The Lord is Peace”
-Judges 6:23, 24-The Lord said to him, Peace be to you, do not fear; you shall not die. Then Gideon built and alter there to the Lord and called it, The Lord Is Peace, to this day it still stands in Ophrah, which belongs to the Abiezrites.
Jehovah-Sabbaoth
-meaning “The Lord of Hosts”
-Isaiah 6:1-3-In the year that King Uzziah died (in a vision) I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and the skirts of His train filled the (most holy part of the) temple. Above Him stood the seraphim; each had six wings with two (each) covered his (own) face, and with two (each) covered his feet, and with two (each) flow. And one cried to another and said Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory!
Jehovah-Gmolah
-meaning “The God of Recompense”
-Jeremiah 51:6-Flee out of the midst of Babylon! Let every man save his life! Let destruction come upon you through her (punishment for) sin and guilt. For it is the time of the Lord’s vengeance; He will render to her a recompense.
El-Elyon
-meaning “The Most High God”
-Genesis 14:19,20-And he blessed him and said, Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Possessor and Maker of heaven and earth, and blessed praised, and glorified be God Most High, Who has given your foes unto your hand! And (Abram gave him a tenth of all he had taken).
El-Roi
-meaning “The Strong One Who Sees”
-Genesis 16:13-So she called the name of the Lord Who spoke to her, You are a God of seeing, for she said, have I (not) even here (in the wilderness) looked upon Him Who sees me? Or have I here also seen (the future purposes or designs of) Him Who sees me?
El-Shaddai
-meaning “God Almighty”
-Psalm 91:1-He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall remain stable and fixed under the shadow of the Almighty (Whose power no foe can withstand).
El-Olam
-meaning- “The Everlasting God”
-Isaiah 40:28-31-Have you not known? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, does not faint or grow weary; there is no searching of His understanding. He gives power to the faint and weary, and to him who has no might He increases strength (causing it to multiply and making it to abound…But those who wait for the Lord (who expect, look for, and hope in Him) shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up (close to God) as eagles. They shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint or become tired.