Sacred Names

Theological Names

Understanding Divine Titles

Divine names are sacred and unchangeable, just like any proper noun. They hold deep significance and should be treated with reverence.

Why We Use Commonly Recognized Names

To share biblical truth clearly, we use widely recognized names and titles. Just as aliases or titles can refer to individuals, terms like “The Father” and “The Son” are both scriptural and easily understood.

For Deeper Understanding

While we personally acknowledge and use the original names of the Deity, our published articles use familiar names that reflect their true meanings for clarity and accessibility.

COMMON NAME	ORIGINAL NAME & MEANING
God	Elohim (plural), El (singular)
God the Father	El Elyon or YHWH El Elyon
LORD	YHWH (pronounced “Yahweh”)
LORD God	YHWH Elohim (Yahweh Elohim)
Christ	Messiah (meaning “The Anointed One“)
Jesus	Yahshua (meaning “YHWH saves” or “YHWH is salvation“)
Lord	Master

Why We Do Not Openly Use Sacred Names in Public Articles

Sacred names are holy and sanctified, and we believe they should be treated with the utmost respect and reverence. To protect these names from unnecessary abuse, criticism, or ridicule, we choose not to use them openly in our public writings. Christ Himself warned:

“Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces.”
Matthew 7:6

However, we believe that true followers of God will eventually come to recognize and honor His true name. Christ Himself did not openly flaunt His Father’s true name but simply referred to Him as “Father” or “My Father.” Yet, He revealed the Father’s name privately to His disciples:

“I have manifested Your name to the men whom You have given Me out of the world… And I have declared to them Your name, and will declare it…”
John 17:6,26

By following Christ’s example, we seek to honor God’s name while ensuring that His truth is shared clearly and effectively with all.