God the Father

GodTheFather

"Jesus said to him...'He who has seen Me has seen the Father'" (John 14:9).

The Head of the God family, God the Father has existed alongside the One who would become Jesus Christ since before time began. Here you'll learn more about who He is and why you matter to Him.

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Almighty God: Ruler of the Universe

The biblical record shows that during this age God uses His power to intervene sparingly, often letting the natural course of events work out His purpose and plan for mankind.
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YHWH

Studying how God reveals Himself in the Bible can be enlightening.
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Where Is Our World Headed

It's that time again for an annual analysis and assessment. That's when many observers look back to yesteryear—and also peer into a somewhat clouded future. Secular predictions for 2011 and beyond are multiple and varied. But does the Bible have...
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Successfully Navigating the Seasons of Life (Part One of Three)

Why did an eternal God create so many intricately woven temporal patterns to our universe? What are we, His creation, to learn from the cycles of life?
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Restoration: Peering Into the Future

Several years ago my wife and I were spending a few days at a small inn near the town of Baddeck on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia
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How God Balances Justice With Mercy

God balances justice with mercy by considering what is in the heart—whether there remains any possibility of repentance.
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The Holy Spirit: God's Promise of His Divine Help

We need God's help, through His Spirit, to obey Him from the heart and bring our thoughts, attitudes and actions in line with His.
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The Family of God

The awesome destiny of mankind is to become part of God's family.
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What did Jesus look like?

Do all the pictures and statues of Jesus Christ accurately represent what He looked like?
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What does the "image" of God mean?

What is Genesis 1:26 referring to? Are humans literally created in the image and likeness of God?
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Is Jesus Christ divine?

Some say the Bible says Jesus Christ was created. Does the Bible really say that, or does it show He has existed for eternity?
What is the correct name for God? Is there a special sacred name God wants us to use?
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What is the correct name for God? Is there a special sacred name God wants us to use?

The Old Testament (written mostly in the Hebrew language) and New Testament (written mostly in Greek) use many names for God in several languages. Is the disputed pronunciation of one of these names vitally important, or is it the meaning...
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Will a Loving God Punish People Forever in Hell?

Millions believe that God is loving and merciful, but also that He has condemned millions to suffer torment for all eternity. Is something wrong with this picture, or is the problem a distorted belief about hell?
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What Does the Bible Teach About the Nature of God? What Does It Say About the Trinity?

The nature of God is one of the most debated and challenging subjects in the history of the Christian religion. Over the centuries concepts like the Trinity evolved. But what does the Bible say?
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An Ancient Cultural Clash

The faith and faithfulness of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego remains an enduring example of respect for God.
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Ready to Answer

"So, hey." A coworker sits next to you in the break room and unfolds a printout of a Web page. He points to a line of text, shakes his head and says, "I don't get this."
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Mending Fences

Following Jesus’ example can be very hard, but the rewards are priceless!
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Frame This One!

Sometimes we can’t believe our eyes…
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The Three-Part Old Testament Witnesses for Jesus Christ

The Old Testament Law, Prophets and Writings foretold Jesus Christ. These tripartite divisions also serve as the foundation of prophecy.
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United Youth Corps Jordan: The Importance of Service

As Christians, we are told to have the mind-set of Jesus Christ, which was best summed up by Jesus Himself: "The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve" (Matthew 20:28). Accordingly, one of our greatest...
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