“The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are protected.”
Do you place your hope in the name of the Lord?
The Bible uses various images and words to describe God. At the core of these descriptions are several names of God that explain His power, love, and majesty. Here are a few of the names of God.
- Elohim – The Strong Creator God
- Jehovah – The Relational God
- Adonai – The God who Rules
- Jehovah Jireh – The Lord our Power
- Jehovah Tsaba – The Lord our Warrior
- Jehovah Shalom – The Lord is Peace
- Jehovah Rohi – The Lord my Shepherd
- Jehovah Nissi – The Lord my Banner
- Jehovah Mekoddishkem – The Lord who Sanctifies
- Jehovah Rapha – The Lord Who Heals
- El Elyon – The Most High God
- El Shaddai – Lord God Almighty
- Immanuel – God with Us
In the New Testament Jesus is called the Son of Man, the Son of God, the Light of the World, the Bread of Life, The Way, The Truth, The Life, and the Lamb of God. Jesus is the door, the gate, and the head of the church. Tony Evans’ book The Power of God’s Names is a great resource on the names of God.
You might be wondering, “How can a name be a strong tower in my life?” When an army would attack an area the people to flee to a strong tower to find security and protection from the advances of the enemy. When life seems like it is against us, we know that we find security in who God is. We all run somewhere when we need help. Make sure to run to Jesus. God is our protector and Lord. His name is our strength. He is everything that we need.
Whatever you are struggling with today, strength and hope are found in Jesus.
Live It:
- Which name of God gives you encouragement today?
- How can you be reminded of that name of God this week?
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Chase Snyder
Writer, Pastor
