Read: Colossians 1:9-14

Think: Pastor Kip talked about our seasons of doubt… in God, in His plan, in His ability to help in difficult times. We all have found ourselves there at one time or another. For some people we just can’t seem pull ourselves OUT of the doubting. And that’s a miserable place to be, and honestly not at all where God wants for us to stay.

When I feel myself slipping into doubting God, I find the best thing to do is get my eyes off of everything but God Himself! I stop and ask what I know is true about God…  Concentrating on WHO God is rather than what circumstance is making me question.

An amazing tool that the Lord led me to a number of years ago is praying through the different names found in the Bible for God. What Scripture says about Him can reaffirm the truth despite any situation you find yourself in. Here’s just a partial list… (definitions from the Navigators)

God is Adonai. This name means “Master” or “Lord.” God as Adonai calls all God’s people to acknowledge themselves as His servants, recognizing His right to command them as the Lord of their lives. 2 Samuel 7:18-20

God is Elohim. This name means “Strength” or “Power.” He is transcendent, mighty, and strong. Elohim is the great name of God, signifying supreme power, sovereignty, and a covenant relationship that He is ever faithful to keep. Genesis 17:7, 8

God is our Comforter. Jesus called the Holy Spirit the “Comforter.” Paul writes that the Lord is “the God of all comfort.” 2 Corinthians 1:3,4

God is El-Shaddai. This name means “God Almighty.” It is best understood as God who is all-sufficient and all-bountiful—the source of all blessings, fullness, and fruitfulness. Genesis 49:22-26

God is Father. The Creator of the universe cares for each one of us as if we are the only child He has. Jesus taught us to pray, “Our Father” (Matthew 6:9). The Spirit of God taught us to cry, “Abba, Father,” as in the intimacy of the family. Romans 8:15-17

God is Jehovah. The name of independent being—“I AM WHO I AM”—only belongs to Jehovah God. As we consider His greatness, we fall down in fear and awe of this One who possesses all authority. Exodus 3:13-15

God is Jehovah-nissi. This name means “God our banner.” We may go from triumph to triumph and say, “Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 15:57). Exodus 17:8-15

God is Jehovah-rophe. This name means “Jehovah heals.” God alone has the remedy for the healing of mankind. The Gospel is concerned with the physical, moral, and spiritual healing of all people. Exodus 15:22-26

God is Jehovah-jireh. This name means “the God who provides.” Just as He provided yesterday, He will provide tomorrow. He grants deliverance from sin, the oil of joy for the ashes of sorrow, and eternal citizenship in His Kingdom. Genesis 22:9-14:

Do: Pick a few of the names of God that mean the most to you right now. Spend some time just thanking God for Who He is in those specific roles or traits.

Pray: God You are so much more than we can ever understand. We are in awe of You and worship You because You alone deserve our praise and worship. Thank You that you have shown yourself to us and allow us to know You! Amen!

The eDevotional is written each week by a team of volunteers from Timberlake Church.