Christian theologian and author John Piper discusses the profound significance of God's name and the central role of Jesus Christ. They explore topics such as God's promise to Abram, God's attitude towards justice and mercy, the calling and signs of Moses, God's plan and purpose in the Exodus, the significance of God's name Yahweh, and the call to make Yahweh known through Jesus' sacrifice.
The name Yahweh signifies God's eternal existence, independence, and absolute reality, establishing Him as the absolute standard of truth, goodness, and beauty.
God's purpose in the Exodus is to show His power and make His name known to the nations, emphasizing His sovereignty in all aspects of life.
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The Meaning Behind the Name Yahweh
The podcast episode discusses the meaning of the name Yahweh, specifically focusing on the significance of God's personal name and its implications. The speaker explores the three-step process in understanding the name Yahweh, starting with 'I am who I am.' This phrase emphasizes that God never had a beginning and will never end, establishing God as the absolute reality and the independent being upon which everything else depends. It is highlighted that all the universe, in comparison to God, is as nothing, and that God is constant and unchanging. Furthermore, the episode delves into the idea that Yahweh is the absolute standard of truth, goodness, and beauty, and that God does whatever He pleases. The episode concludes by connecting the name Yahweh to Jesus Christ, emphasizing that He too is the embodiment of absolute being.
The Purpose of God's Sovereignty in the Exodus
This podcast episode focuses on the purpose of God's sovereignty in the book of Exodus. The speaker highlights how God's sovereign justice is revealed in His punishments and His sovereign freedom is demonstrated in His covenant blessings and mercies. The episode explores the 400 years leading up to the Exodus, showcasing God's timing and His reasons for the pace of events. It is emphasized that God's purpose in the Exodus is to show His power and make His name known to the nations. The speaker underscores the repetitive statement throughout Exodus that God wants the Egyptians and the people of Israel to know that He is Yahweh, the Lord. The episode highlights that this declaration of God's name signifies His absolute being and serves as a reminder of His sovereignty in all aspects of life.
The Attributes of God as I Am Who I Am
This podcast episode explores the attributes of God as the great I am, focusing on the 12 meanings of 'I am who I am.' The speaker delves into the depth of God's being by discussing various aspects of His nature. These include God's eternal existence without a beginning or end, His absolute reality, and His independence. The episode also emphasizes that God is the absolute standard of truth, goodness, and beauty, and that everything in the universe is secondary to Him. It is highlighted that God is constant and unchanging, free from any constraint, and the most important and valuable person in the universe. The speaker connects these attributes of God to the person of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that He too is I am and is the embodiment of absolute being.
In his keynote address at TGC's 2023 conference, John Piper delves into the profound significance of God's name, "I am who I am," as revealed in Exodus 3:13-15. Piper explains that this name signifies God's eternal existence, independence, and absolute reality. He emphasizes the central role of Jesus Christ as the embodiment of the "I am" in human form and encourages listeners to prioritize knowing and worshiping Christ more fully.
Today’s episode features a keynote message from TGC’s 2023 conference. To access more TGC23 conference media and microevent sessions, visit tgc23.org/watch.
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