What's in a Name? - 20

JEHOVAH TSEBAOTH (tse-ba-OATH) - The Lord of Hosts.

            “This name emphasizes God’s rule over every other power in both the material & spiritual universe. When you pray to Jehovah Tsebaoth, you are praying to a God so magnificent that all creation serves his purposes.” ^[1]

            This name is one of great power. We see it 240 times in the Old Testament. It reminds us that even in its’ fallen state, all of creation is ruled and reigned over by Almighty God. The Bible speaks of the Lord of Hosts leading a great army which can consist of every part of his glorious creation who are called on at times to fight on his behalf. We are speaking of cherubim and seraphim; the sun and moon; the stars and sky; rivers and mountains; hail and snow; men and women; animals, both wild and tame … literally all of creation worships him and stands at the ready to fight for his kingdom if required. The above statement shows us that he controls the winds and the weather itself.  Mortal man may be able to manipulate the weather, but the master of all is God and he is obviously and without question far superior to anyone or anything in his own creation. 

            It should be added that the New International Version (NIV) translates this title as “Lord Almighty”. Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing.

In His Name and for His Glory,

Richard Keller

Bread of Life Ministries                                     

[1] The Names of God, Ann Spangler, Zondervan, 2009, p.65.