Many believe in God but picture Him as distant, angry, or unpredictable. Yet when God describes Himself, He chooses very different words.
God Reveals His Character
“The Lord, compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.” — Exodus 34:6
This is God’s self-portrait.
1 John 4:8 flatly declares: God is love.
That means:
- His actions are motivated by care
- His judgments come from righteousness
- His discipline flows from restoration, not rejection
God Is Near, Not Far
“He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” — Zephaniah 3:17
This is not a God hiding behind clouds — this is a Father drawing close.
God Never Changes Even When Life Does
“I am the Lord, I do not change.” — Malachi 3:6
Your circumstances do not rewrite His character.
Practical Encouragement
- When you picture God, check if the image matches Scripture — not past experiences, wounds, or human failures.
- Meditate on one attribute daily: “God is merciful … God is faithful …”
A Final Thought
The more accurately you see God, the easier it becomes to trust Him.