Category Archives: Names of God

I AM the Good Shepherd

I AM the Good Shepherd
I am the good shepherd.   John 10:11 Jesus refers to Himself not only as a shepherd but as the good Shepherd. What does a shepherd do? He protects, he provides, he guides. Psalm 23 tells us that he restores, refreshes, stays near and comforts. A good shepherd would accomplish all this. Jesus also includes that a…
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I AM the Light of the World

I AM the Light of the World
I AM the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life. John 8:12 Jesus states He is THE Light and, therefore, the source of all other light. Light brings order from disorder, makes clear the path, clarifies truth. It is used as a metaphor for…
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I am the Resurrection and the Life

I am the Resurrection and the Life
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. John 11:25 As Jesus comforted His grieving friends, He made this stunning declaration. “I AM the Resurrection and the Life”. Not, “we will be resurrected”, but “I AM.” He doesn’t just bring life – He IS life. Jesus went on to prove who He was by…
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El Gibbor – Mighty God, Powerful Champion

El Gibbor – Mighty God, Powerful Champion
For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given;and the government shall be upon His shoulder,    and His name shall be calledWonderful Counselor, Mighty God,    Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Gibbor, or Gibhor, is translated here as mighty and denotes power and strength. It is associated with the language of war and a more literal translation has been…
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