The Difference and Contrast of the Titles God and Lord

The Difference and Contrast of the titles God and Lord in the Bible. In the scriptures, we come across two main titles used to refer to the Almighty (the Creator, the Heaven’s Eternal Father). They are God and Lord. While they are often used interchangeably, there are distinct differences between the two that can offer insights into the nature of God and his relationship with humanity.

The term God is often used to describe the Supreme Being, the Great Creator as we refer to Him in our writings, and even the Eternal Father or Heaven Father, whom (Jesus) Christ taught was the Father in Heaven.

He is who created the heavens and the earth, and who is all-knowing and all-powerful. It is derived from the Hebrew word “Elohim.” Elohim is a plural noun that emphasizes the majesty and greatness of the Creator.

Lord and God

The term God is used throughout the Old Testament. It represents the transcendent nature of the Creator, who is beyond human comprehension and is not bound by time and space.

On the other hand, the term Lord, which is derived from the Hebrew word “Yahweh” or “Jehovah,” is used to describe the Creator’s personal relationship with humanity. It is a term of intimacy and covenant, and it represents the Creator’s loving and caring nature towards His people.

The title Lord is used throughout the Old Testament. It represents the immanent nature of the Creator, who is present in the lives of His people and who desires to be known and worshipped by them.

The Distinction Between

The distinction between the two titles is important because it highlights the dual nature of the Creator. He is both transcendent and immanent, both great and powerful and loving and personal. The title God emphasizes His power and might, while the title Lord emphasizes His love and compassion.

As believers, we are called to worship the Creator as both Lord and God. Recognizing His greatness and power, while also embracing His love and grace.

Furthermore, the use of these titles also reveals something about the relationship between the Creator and humanity. The title God emphasizes the distance and separation between the Creator and humanity, highlighting our need for a mediator or savior to bridge the gap between us and our Creator. On the other hand, the title Lord emphasizes the Creator’s desire to be in a relationship with us, and His willingness to make a covenant with His people.

So What Do We Conclude

In conclusion, while the titles God and Lord are often used interchangeably in the scriptures, they carry different meanings. And offer insights into the nature of our Creator and His relationship with humanity. As believers, we are called to worship God as both Lord and God, recognizing His greatness and power, while also embracing His love and grace.

We understand this but collect it as incorrect. The title God refers to the Creator, the Eternal Father. The concept or title Lord refers to His primary emissary who presides over the realm or creation we call Earth. This is who the world calls Jehovah or Yahweh, but once Adam and Eve entered a league with the serpent, the serpent acted on this title Lord. Lord means Owner, Master, or Shepherd of Order, and El or Baal has sneakily entered in.

The emissary is Christ or the Anointed Son who is the true emissary or the Great Spirit representing the Eternal Father. He gave His name, which is really the Eternal Father’s name or title to Moses in Exodus chapter three.

I AM that I AM – That is My Name

In English, it is “I AM that I AM.” That is Ahayah aser Ahayah; in African cultures, it has different names, such as SoNini NaNini. All in all, God is the Great Creator or Eternal Father. Lord is the Great Spirit representing the Eternal Father.

Therefore Paul summed it up in 1st Corinthians 10:4:

And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ.

The Rock or Deity that led the children of Jacob out of Egypt was Christ. He was a Spirit then, He was their Master, their God (Ruler), and their Lord. He is the Great Spirit. Therefore, you will see us (BSM) refer to the “Lord” as the Great Spirit. And to “God” as the Great Creator, the Eternal or Everlasting Father, the Supreme Being, or in my Ibibio native language, Abasi Ibom.

Especially as it pertains to our new series, Unprofitable Lies!