"Control Freaks" Week 2 Tuesday

Throughout the Bible, God reveals Himself through His different names. Looking at these names can help us better understand more about His nature and who God really is. We can also gain more understanding about the character of God which in return can help us learn to trust Him.

Names for God (not an exhaustive list) El Shaddai-Lord God Almighty El Elyon-The Most High God Yahweh-Lord, Jehovah Jehovah Nissi-The Lord My Banner Jehovah-Raah-The Lord My Shepherd Jehovah Rapha-The Lord That Heals Jehovah Tsidkenu-The Lord Our Righteousness Jehovah-M’Kaddesh-The Lord Who Sanctifies You El Olam-The Everlasting God Elohim-One true God Jehovah Shalom-The Lord Is Peace Jehovah Sabaoth-The Lord of Hosts Adonai-Lord, Master Jehovah Jireh-The Lord Will Provide Jehovah Shammah-The Lord Is There

1.When you think of God, which name means the most to you? 2.How can remembering the names of God help us learn to trust God more? 3.Look over the list of the names of God. Think of a situation or challenge going on in your life or the life of your child right now. Which name of God can bring you comfort as you face this challenge? Try using that name when you pray. For example: “Dear God, we are really struggling financially right now and having a hard time paying our bills. I am thankful you are Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides. I will trust in You to help us.”