The Names of God (Hardcover)

by Ken Hemphill (Author) "Can you remember the agonizing struggle to name your first child?..." (more)
Key Phrases: word shalom, Old Testament, Lord God, Jesus Christ (more...)

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Product Description
What’s in a name? When the Bible speaks of God, the name used holds more significance than you ever knew. For example, the very first reference to God in Genesis 1:1—the name Elohim—teaches and reveals the triune nature of God.

We are commanded to honor the name of God, but to do that adequately, we must understand the inherit greatness of the names which God uses to refer to himself. Ken Hemphill takes the reader through an in-depth devotional study of the names of God, teaching the significance of each name and the keys it possesses to growing us in relationship with God.

God’s names are not only our protection but also reveal the very nature of God himself. This is why we are to honor his name.

About the Author
Ken Hemphill is president of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has written a number of books, including Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, The Bonsai Theory of Church Growth, Growing an Evangelistic Sunday School, The Official Rulebook for the New Church Game, and The Antioch Effect. He resides in Fort Worth, Texas.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 212 pages
• Publisher: B&H Publishing Group (April 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805424369
• ISBN-13: 978-0805424362
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #85,968 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a guide to the character of God, December 30, 2001

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This book provides a thorough biblical treatment of thirteen of the key names of God. It reads like a devotional but provides outstanding insight into the purpose behind the revelation of each name. This book has helped me to understand God's progressive revelation. It has enhanced my prayer life and I highly recommend it to every reader.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My Most Highly Recommended Book for All Christians, March 8, 2006

By	Jeremy C. Walter (Philadelphia, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is one of my favorite books I have read in a long time. Ken Hemphill explains the original Hebrew names for "God" and "Lord" in modern language that is easy to understand and dripping with the fruit of research and knowledge. I use the names in my prayer life, as the different names represent different aspects or characteristics of the Lord.

This book is a useful tool for all followers of Jesus, no matter if you're new in your journey or a seasoned solider. I'd give it six stars out of five if I could.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Book For Everyone's Library, March 25, 2002

By	Doyle W Patton (Dallas, Texas United States) - See all my reviews

This is a great little book for everyone's personal library, and an excellent source for a Sunday school or sermon series. The chapter on the Holiness of God is particularly good.