God Keeps His Promises

In continuing with the names of God, I want to point out that as you watch videos or podcasts, or read articles about God and Christianity, to always do it with discernment. Don’t just take their word for it. Don’t just take my word for it. But read the scriptures. Is what a person is teaching backed up by scripture? Not just a verse here and there, but the whole content.

As I was looking for another “name of God” to write about, I came across “El Berith,” or God of the covenant. That does fit the character of our God, but the only place in the Bible the term is used is Judges 9:46, where the men of Shechem were hiding from King Abimelech. It was the temple of Baal-Berith, a false god that the Israelites worshipped after the death of Gideon (See Judges 9:4). These men and Abimelech conspired to kill seventy men of Abimelech’s half-brothers so that Abimelech could be king of Shechem. The full story is found in Judges 8:29-9:57.

But here, we will talk about the real God of the Covenant, who always keeps His promises and covenants.

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We Need Peace

So much focus lately in the news and media is on peace in the Middle East. As we continue to look at the names of God, this week is about peace. But unlike what’s going on in the Middle East, God offers a peace that will last…for all eternity. His peace goes much deeper and will not be broken. He is the God of Peace, Yahweh Shalom.

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God’s Name: El Shaddai, God Almighty

God Almighty. The mighty name of God. He is the Sovereign Lord. The ruler of the universe. There is no other god but Him. He is El Shaddai. In Greek the word is Theos Pantokrator, a word used for God the Father and Jesus Christ. He is Lord of Lords and King of Kings. The name that is above all names.

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A Kind Fruit

As we continue with the Fruit of the Spirit, we will talk about kindness. Kindness can have such an impact in people’s lives. Even a smile can brighten a person’s day. I think along with that is generosity which is a form of kindness. Helping others in need. Giving a kind word. Standing up for those who are not strong enough to stand up for themselves. This can go a long way in changing a person’s outlook on life and changing an attitude, both for the giver and the receiver.

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The Fruit of Peace

Everybody wants peace. Inner peace. Peace of mind. Peaceful feelings. Peace on Earth. It doesn’t come from clearing your mind and doing all this mumbo jumbo you hear in the world today. It comes from a relationship with Jesus Christ. When you believe and accept His grace, the Holy Spirit will live in you and give you peace. Peace is part of the fruit of the Spirit.

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