Do you call on God by name?

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What Does God's Name Actually Mean? Elohim, Yahweh and Adonai Explained | CBC San Antonio What's in a name? When it comes to God, everything. In this powerful message, Pastor Ed Newton of Community Bible Church (CBC) San Antonio opens a brand new sermon series, Hallowed Be Your Name, unpacking the three foundational names of God found in Scripture: Elohim, Yahweh, and Adonai. Pastor Ed breaks down what these ancient Hebrew names reveal about God's character and how they change the way we relate to Him every single day. ELOHIM is the powerful name of God. Used over 2,500 times in the Old Testament, Elohim means strong, mighty, powerful, sufficient, and sovereign. From Genesis 1, we see a God who spoke the entire universe into existence out of nothing. If Elohim could speak galaxies into existence, there is nothing He cannot do in your life. No situation is too broken, no chain too strong. YAHWEH is the personal name of God. Used over 7,000 times in Scripture, Yahweh reveals that the same God who created the universe also walks in the garden, knows you by name, and is intimately involved in the details of your life. The enemy's oldest trick is to convince you that God is powerful but not personal, that He doesn't care about you specifically. That is a lie. Yahweh is your shepherd. He will never leave you nor forsake you. ADONAI is the possessive name of God. Seen in Genesis 15 when Abraham cries out Adonai Yahweh, this name means master, king, and ruler. True freedom doesn't come from being in control of your own life. It comes from surrendering to the One who formed you, knows you, and has a plan for you. Have you given your life to Jesus but never truly surrendered? This message also celebrates real-life transformation: 45 men baptized at a Texas state prison, and a man in the congregation publicly sharing 10 months of sobriety after 31 years of addiction. Proof that Elohim breaks chains, Yahweh walks with you through it, and Adonai leads you into freedom. Whether you are new to faith, recommitting your walk, or searching for more than religion can offer, this sermon is for you. Scriptures Referenced: Genesis 1, Genesis 2:7, Genesis 2:18-22, Genesis 3:1, Genesis 15:1-2, Psalm 23:1, Isaiah 14, Romans 8:38-39 We are Community Bible Church, located in San Antonio, Texas. You may be brand new and want to explore what we are about, or you may have been with us a while but want to learn more. Either way, we are glad you are here! To learn more about Community Bible Church, visit http://www.communitybible.com To connect with us socially: Facebook - https://cbc.social/facebook Twitter - https://cbc.social/twitter Instagram - https://cbc.social/instagram Online Church is a ministry of Community Bible Church. We gather at http://OnlineChurch.com and enjoy good music and a message. We have services available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We hope you will find a service or several services that work for you and join us at Online Church. To connect with us socially: Facebook - http://facebook.com/cbconline