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Paul Wilson makes a special focus on the many compound names of Jehovah in the Old Testament and what they have to teach us about God while mentioning a few names such as Father. The result is a refreshing overview of a God who cares deeply for His people and acts for their good and blessing. You’ll find this to be both refreshing and armor against the rising wave of attacks by atheists on God as He is revealed in the Old Testament. A nice companion chart can be found in The Compound Names of Jehovah Chart.
Don’t expect to find every name and title of God, let alone an exhaustive treatment of each. Instead, you’ll discover a fine introduction to the subject that may encourage you to dig deeper on your own. In fact, the real value isn’t in an academic exercise but in a deeper understanding and appreciation of our God.
Why should you care about the difference between Eloah, Elohim and Adonai anyway? First and foremost, the Scriptures present God at the center, not man. That’s reason enough. In addition, it’s pretty hard to spend any real time studying the full wonder of God as revealed in His names without having your heart go out in adoration.
After reading The Names of God, you may be ready for more. If so, pull out your copy of the Concise Bible Dictionary or the Bible Handbook. Both are helpful but the Bible Handbook has an especially good section on this topic.
Hearing your name brings many of your characteristics to the minds of people who know you. But what do the names of God tell us about Him? The Names of God presents 10 of God's names and the basics of what they teach us about Him. You won't find an exhaustive academic list here but rather a window on God's faithfulness, love and desire to bless His people. From creation to His revelation as Father you'll enjoy many insights into God Himself.