Overview
God is called by many names in Scripture—names that highlight specific aspects of his character. This guide by Doug Connelly, focused on eight titles for God from the Old Testament, invites you to know and experience the Lord Almighty in deeper ways. As you do so, you will come to trust him more fully and worship him with fresh awe and reverence.
Introduction
Getting the Most Out of Names of God
This section introduces the topic, explains the structure followed in each study and offers tips for those approaching the study on their own as well as those participating in a group.
Session One
One Supreme Being
Genesis 1
Session Two
Transformed in Worship
Genesis 14:17–24
Session Three
God's Personal Name
Psalm 68:1–20
Session Four
The God Who Provides
Genesis 22:1–14
Session Five
The Lord Almighty
1 Samuel 17:1–51
Session Six
Holy, Holy God
Isaiah 1:1–20
Session Seven
The God of Glory
Psalm 29
Session Eight
The Sovereign God
Daniel 7:7–14
Leader's Guide
This section includes information on preparing and leading studies, components of small groups, selected discussion questions, and background notes and suggestions for each study.
Total number of pages—64 pages
Douglas Connelly (M.Div. and M.Th., Grace Theological Seminary) is senior pastor at Parkside Community Church in Sterling Heights, Michigan. A writer and speaker, Connelly has written books and Bible study guides, including Encountering Jesus, Good & Evil, Miracles and Heaven, all from InterVarsity Press. Other books include The Bible for Blockheads and The Book of Revelation for Blockheads (both by Zondervan), and Wisdom for Life's Journey and Wisdom for the Easter Journey, (both by Jossey-Bass).
