What does "The Mighty One, God the LORD" reveal about God's character? The verse at a glance “ ‘The Mighty One, God the LORD, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting.’ ” (Psalm 50:1) Layers of meaning in the threefold title • “Mighty One” (Hebrew El) – Emphasizes sheer strength and authority (Isaiah 42:13). – Declares that no rival can stand against Him (Psalm 24:8). • “God” (Elohim) – The Creator who called everything into existence (Genesis 1:1). – Supreme Judge over all nations (Psalm 82:8). • “the LORD” (YHWH) – His personal, covenant name revealed to Moses: “I AM WHO I AM” (Exodus 3:14). – Signals faithfulness to every promise (Deuteronomy 7:9). What the combined title reveals about God’s character • Unlimited power and capability—He is “Mighty.” • Absolute sovereignty—He alone is “God.” • Relational faithfulness—He is “the LORD” who binds Himself to His people. • Holistic authority—He commands both creation (“summons the earth”) and covenant people (“Hear, O My people,” Psalm 50:7). • Perfect knowledge—nothing escapes His gaze (Job 34:21; Hebrews 4:13). Echoes in other passages • Joshua 22:22 repeats the title twice, underscoring His role as witness and judge over Israel’s faithfulness. • Revelation 1:8 reaches the same conclusion: “ ‘I am the Alpha and the Omega… who is and was and is to come—the Almighty.’ ” Living in light of this revelation • Confidence in His strength—fear fades when the Mighty One fights for us (Isaiah 41:10). • Submission to His rule—every decision measured against His sovereign will (Proverbs 3:5-6). • Trust in His promises—because the covenant-keeping LORD never lies (Titus 1:2). Takeaway When Scripture calls Him “The Mighty One, God the LORD,” it invites us to see one seamless portrait: all-powerful, all-sovereign, ever-faithful. That vision fuels worship, obedience, and unshakable hope. |
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