God is not passive and distant, he is active and close and has the power to do whatever he wants. Throughout history he has done his work through the prophets, Israel, Jesus Christ, and today primarily through his church and individual believers. God acts here in the world by creating, judging, saving, helping and providing, among other things. God has …
What Does the Bible Say About God’s Names and Titles?
In biblical times, a name was more than just a nickname, it also said something about the character and personality of the person. The three most common names for God in the Old Testament are El, Elohim and YHWH (Yahweh). El simply means “God” or “god” and is used in the Bible to refer to both God and idols. It …
What Does the Bible say About God the Creator?
God created the universe and all life, and he is also the sustainer of life. God created man in his own image and brought himself to earth as a human being in Jesus Christ. God has entrusted man with the stewardship of creation and in this beautiful creation of God we can see and perceive God. When a person is …