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The concept of the "Glory of God" is a central theme throughout the Bible, reflecting His majesty, holiness, and divine nature. One of the profound ways God's glory is exhibited is through His name. In Scripture, God's name is not merely a label but a revelation of His character, attributes, and presence.

The Name of God as a Manifestation of His Glory

In the Old Testament, the name of God is often associated with His glory. When Moses encountered God in the burning bush, God revealed Himself as "I AM WHO I AM" (Exodus 3:14), a name that signifies His eternal, self-existent nature. This revelation was a display of His glory, as it encapsulated His divine essence and sovereignty.

The Psalms frequently highlight the glory of God's name. Psalm 8:1 declares, "O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth! You have set Your glory above the heavens." Here, the psalmist connects the majesty of God's name with His glory, emphasizing that His name is exalted and revered throughout creation.

God's Name as a Reflection of His Attributes

The various names of God revealed in Scripture each reflect different aspects of His glory. For instance, "El Shaddai" (God Almighty) underscores His omnipotence, while "Jehovah Jireh" (The LORD Will Provide) highlights His provision and faithfulness. These names are not only identifiers but also declarations of His glorious attributes.

In Isaiah 42:8 , God proclaims, "I am the LORD; that is My name! I will not yield My glory to another or My praise to idols." This verse underscores the exclusivity and holiness of God's name, which is intrinsically linked to His glory. His name is a testament to His unique and unparalleled nature, deserving of all honor and worship.

The Name of Jesus and the Revelation of God's Glory

In the New Testament, the glory of God is supremely revealed in the name of Jesus Christ. Philippians 2:9-11 states, "Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." The exaltation of Jesus' name is a direct manifestation of God's glory, as it signifies His redemptive work and divine authority.

Jesus Himself prayed in John 17:6 , "I have revealed Your name to those You have given Me out of the world." Through His life, teachings, and sacrificial death, Jesus made known the character and glory of God, fulfilling the divine purpose of His name.

The Believer's Call to Honor God's Name

Believers are called to honor and glorify God's name in their lives. The Lord's Prayer begins with the petition, "Hallowed be Your name" (Matthew 6:9), indicating the importance of revering God's name as holy and glorious. In doing so, Christians reflect His glory to the world, living as testimonies of His grace and truth.

In conclusion, the glory of God is intricately woven into His name, revealing His divine nature and attributes. Through His names, God communicates His majesty, holiness, and love, inviting believers to worship and honor Him in all aspects of life.

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Deuteronomy 28:58
If you will not observe to do all the words of this law that are written in this book, that you may fear this glorious and fearful name, THE LORD THY GOD;
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Nehemiah 9:5
Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabniah, Sherebiah, Hodijah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said, Stand up and bless the LORD your God for ever and ever: and blessed be your glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise.
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The Patience of Christ.
... asked for stones to be made bread, He exhibited still His ... He has waited and waited
in the presence of God. ... loving, patient Lord towards His own in Glory as He ...
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The Ascension of Messiah to Glory
... They exhibited a faint and general outline of the mediation ... there to appear in the
presence of God for His ... The glory is properly His own, the benefit redounds ...
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Christ's Millennial and Heavenly Glory in Company with his Saints.
... a picture of this very city exhibited to view ... of kingdom, so that, while the earthly
glory was announced ... His servants, the heavenly might have God Himself for ...
/.../the five books against marcion/chapter xxv christs millennial and heavenly.htm

Man's Greatness and God's Greatness.
... Brethren, revelation opens to us a scene beyond the grave, when this shall be exhibited
in full operation. ... It is as much the glory of God to bend His ...
/.../robertson/sermons preached at brighton/xviii mans greatness and gods.htm

Covenanting a Privilege of Believers.
... light of the knowledge of the glory of God ... a vision or covenant was addressed, being
exhibited as unable ... appear that both the ministers of God's sanctuary and ...
/.../cunningham/the ordinance of covenanting/chapter x covenanting a privilege.htm

Epistle viii. To the Martyrs and Confessors.
... A heavenly contest was exhibited, and the servant of God was ... light contest for you
with men, since God appoints the ... us to run and to attain the crown of glory. ...
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The Name Jesus and Also the Name Christ were Known from the ...
... the rest of the people in virtue and glory; namely, upon ... them as the truth itself
which was exhibited by our ... as himself the true and only Christ of God, he has ...
/.../pamphilius/church history/chapter iii the name jesus and.htm

Demonstrations by Syllogisms. That God the Word is Immutable.
... of His nature, "For we beheld His glory, the glory as of ... 9. We have confessed that
God the Word took not a ... Is it not plain that he exhibited the visible nature ...
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The Gospel Message, Good Tidings
... Jesus Christ was exhibited to them, as crucified before their eyes (Galatians
3:1 ... evidence that they are influenced by a regard to the glory of God, and to ...
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In Scripture, the True God Opposed, Exclusively, to all the Gods ...
... in other respects, is not obscurely exhibited in the ... In Jeremiah, where God proclaims
the character in which he ... "Let him that glorieth," says he, "glory in this ...
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