Names of God Series: Leaning on The Mighty One

 By: Rebekah Hargraves

Photo Courtesy of: Brett Jordan

"You shall know that I, the Lord, am your Savior

    and your Redeemer, the Mighty One of Jacob." ~Isaiah 60:16b

In our names of God series this week, we are looking at God's name, "The Mighty One", a name which denotes the fact that God is all-powerful, strong, and able to save.

We repeatedly see proof of this throughout the Old Testament, from the life stories of the Hebrew slaves in Exodus, Daniel in the lion's den, and the Israelites under the reign of Queen Esther. to providing for His people through Joseph during a famine, using the Hebrew midwives to preserve the life of baby Moses, and more. 

This is a beautiful timeline of God's mighty saving power on behalf of the lives of His people in Old Testament times, and reminding ourselves of these stories can build our faith like little else can. 

But what is really beautiful and wonderful to consider is the fact that the same God Who was mighty to save the people of the Old Testament is the same God is able and willing to mightily save us in the here and now, as well. Our God is the same yesterday, today, and forever, and His mighty nature is the same now on our behalf as it was then on behalf of the ancestors of our faith. 

So, take heart, dear sister. Whatever it is you may be facing right now, know this - your God is the mighty One. And He can abundantly come to your aid!

Reflection Questions:

1) What stands out to you about this name of God?

2) What is your favorite OT story of God's mighty rescuing power?

3) How and when have you seen God come mightily to your aid, as well?