Read this article to learn about the characteristics and Attributes of Our Heavenly Father according to the Scripture.
Overview
As Christian, when we are in dilemma or want something, we pray to God, our Father, seeking answers. Sometimes we get what we want and feel happy and blessed. But there are times when we don’t find answers to what we are looking for and we get frustrated and question the existence of God. So, according to you who is God? What is he like? Is he a loving and compassionate father? Or a mighty and righteous one who punishes anyone who disobeys him?
These are questions most of us often find ourselves asking and pondering. The truth is God our father is the first person of the Trinity, followed by God the Son i.e., Jesus Christ as the second person, and the third person is God the Holy Spirit. He is the living God. The Holy Bible is the answer to all our confusions and questions regarding the attributes of our Heavenly Father. As we read the Bible and Meditate upon the Word of God, we will learn about the characteristics of our Father and find our answers.
Does the scripture mention about the characteristics of God?
The answer to this question is yes. God our Father is mentioned multiple times in the scripture –
1 John 3:1
“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God.”
Psalm 145:17
“The Lord is righteous in all his ways and kind in all his works.”
1 John 3:20
“For whenever our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and he knows everything.”
Romans 11:33
“Oh, the depth of the riches and the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgements and how inscrutable his ways!”
Leviticus 19:2
“Speak to all the congregation of the people of Israel and say to them, you shall be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy.”
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
Jeremiah 23:23
“Am I a God at hand, declares the Lord, and not a God far away?”
Matthew 4:4
“But he answered, “It is written, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.”
Psalm 24:8
“Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle.”
Psalm 103:19
“The Lord has established his throne in heaven, and his Sovereignty rules over all.”
Psalm 103:8
“The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.”
1 Samuel 2:2
“There is none holy like the Lord, there is none besides you, there is no rock like our God.”
Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
1 John 1:9
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
Matthew 6:26
“Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?”
Psalm 23:1-3
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul, He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.”
Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
Revelation 21:5
“He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”
Psalm 33:6
“By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, their starry host by the breath of his mouth.”
1 John 4:7-8
“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God. Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.”
Romans 1:18
“For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth.”
Jeremiah 32:17
“Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you.”
From the verses above, we have learned that our Father is a living God and a compassionate and loving Father. And, we believe you can somehow understand the attributes and characteristics of our Heavenly Father from the scripture.
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God’s attributes that remind us of how blessed we are!
The attributes of Our Heavenly Father are actually endless if we were to even think about them. He is infinite. He is self-existing, has always existed and has no origin. In the book of Colossians 1:17 says, “And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together,” the book of John 1:1 –“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God,” these two verses support this fact though it may be tough for many believers and non-believers to fathom this. It is beyond our limited mind to understand that he exists beyond that. He is eternal. Below we have mentioned some attributes of our Heavenly Father.
God is the same yesterday, today and forever
Our Father is immutable and he has remained so since the beginning of mankind. Because he has not changed, he is still the merciful, just and loving Father.
He has Everything
He is self-sufficient and has no needs. It also means he has everything. We on the contrary are the opposite and have unlimited needs and wants though it is not required. We are greedy and selfish. But when we are genuinely in need and worried, he will come to our rescue. If we follow him faithfully, we never have to worry about our needs.
God is omnipotent
He is the most powerful. In the book of Genesis, we have read about the creation of Earth, day and night, flora and fauna, air and water and most importantly, our first parents- Adam and Eve. So, we know how mighty he is and there is nothing he cannot accomplish.
Our Father is omniscient
It means he knows everything and there is nothing he does not know. Therefore, he knows all our problems, wants and needs even before you know.
He is omnipresent
It simply means he is everywhere, always with us, be it good times or bad times. This will hopefully bring a sense of comfort to those who think nobody wants them and they are alone.
Our Father is just and wise
He punishes those who committed crime and fled. Because he is wise, whatever he has planned for us, his children, we can trust the destiny or path he has chosen for us.
He is perfect
God, our Abba Father is the definition of perfection, everlasting love, kindness and goodness. He loves us more than we could ever imagine. He loves us unconditionally even when we are at our worst. In his eyes we are all equal.
God is merciful
He is forgiving and compassionate. There is none like him. He receives even the worse sinner with his open arms without any impartiality. Without his mercy, we will all be like a lost wanderer.
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CONCLUSION
When we were young, most of us used to go to the Sunday Class. There we were taught about our Father in heaven, his son Jesus Christ, the holy spirit and about the glorious attributes and marvelous creations of our Father. His greatness and holiness are unarguable and it is an understatement. The bible says he has us in his own likeness/image. Therefore, it should be our utmost aim to emulate our Father and be his faithful and good children.
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