Jehovah Jireh - The God Who Provides Text: Genesis 22:1-14 Introduction Good morning, beloved. Today, we turn our hearts to Genesis 22, a passage that reveals one of the most profound names of God: Jehovah Jireh , the Lord who provides. This story of Abraham and Isaac is not just a historical account but a powerful testament to God’s faithfulness, provision, and call to trust Him even in the most challenging moments of life. Let us explore how God proves Himself as Jehovah Jireh , the God who sees and provides for our every need. I. The Test of Faith (Genesis 22:1-2) The story begins with God testing Abraham, asking him to sacrifice his only son, Isaac—the son of promise, the fulfillment of God’s covenant. This request seems unthinkable. Why would God ask for such a sacrifice? The test was not about the act itself but about Abraham’s heart—his willingness to trust and obey God completely. Application : Sometimes, God allows us to face situations that test our faith. It might be a seaso...
What’s in a Name? El Shaddai Scripture: Genesis 17:1-6 Date: August 10, 2025 Introduction What’s in a name? Everything! Names carry power, identity, and meaning. In life’s toughest moments—when doubt, fear, or challenges overwhelm us—there’s a name that brings hope and strength: El Shaddai. This name for God, revealed to Abram in Genesis 17, reminds us that when we’re at our breaking point, God is just getting started. El Shaddai is the Almighty, the Compassionate Nurturer, and the Source of All Blessing. Today, let’s explore what this name means and how it speaks to our struggles. The Meaning of El Shaddai El Shaddai combines two Hebrew words: El, meaning God, and Shaddai, which carries two rich layers of meaning. Let’s dive into three aspects of this name and what they mean for us. 1. El Shaddai: The Almighty God El signifies God’s strength and might. Shaddai is often translated “Almighty,” reflecting God’s limitless power. No matter how impossible your situation feels—job loss, fam...
El Roi: The God Who Sees You {part2} Scripture : Genesis 16 & Genesis 21:17-18 Date : September 14, 2025 Introduction Hagar, an Egyptian servant, is the only person in the Old Testament to give God a name: El Roi, meaning "The God Who Sees Me." This reflects God’s intimate awareness of her struggles. Hagar, pregnant with Ishmael, faces emotional and verbal abuse, rejection, and isolation in the household of Abram and Sarai. I. The God Who Sees Your Past Hagar’s life as a servant was marked by powerlessness. Sarai, barren and desperate, gave Hagar to Abram to bear a child, a culturally accepted but flawed plan. Hagar’s mistreatment and flight into the wilderness reflect her pain and rejection, yet God was fully aware of her circumstances. II. The God Who Sees Your Present In the wilderness, God finds Hagar and engages her with compassion, asking about her past and future (Genesis 16:7-8). God knows her struggles—pregnancy, rejection, and despair—and offers reassurance, pro...
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