35 Bible Verses About The Character of God
Bible verses about The Character of God
Delving into the character of God through scripture is a journey into the heart of existence itself. Understanding His attributes – His love, mercy, justice, and holiness – shapes our perception of reality and our place within it. These verses offer glimpses into the divine nature, illuminating not only who God is, but also how we are called to live. By exploring these passages, we gain a deeper understanding of God's unwavering faithfulness and find solace in His unchanging goodness. Embrace this exploration; let it transform your heart and guide you towards a more profound and meaningful relationship with the Divine.
Featured Verse
Jeremiah 3:11 (KJV)
And the Lord said unto me, The backsliding Israel hath justified herself more than treacherous Judah.
Exploring God's Character: Key Bible Verses
The Lord will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.
Then Satan answered the Lord, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought?
And he said, Lay not thine hand upon the lad, neither do thou any thing unto him: for now I know that thou fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me.
Therefore as the fire devoureth the stubble, and the flame consumeth the chaff, so their root shall be as rottenness, and their blossom shall go up as dust: because they have cast away the law of the Lord of hosts, and despised the word of the Holy One of Israel.
An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
For thus saith the high and lofty One that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy; I dwell in the high and holy place, with him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite ones.
He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.
Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord? or who shall stand in his holy place?
They provoked him to jealousy with strange gods, with abominations provoked they him to anger.
Yet they tempted and provoked the most high God, and kept not his testimonies:
And the Lord said unto me, The backsliding Israel hath justified herself more than treacherous Judah.
Lord, where are thy former lovingkindnesses, which thou swarest unto David in thy truth?
Why boastest thou thyself in mischief, O mighty man? the goodness of God endureth continually.
Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among them.
I remembered thy judgments of old, O Lord; and have comforted myself.
A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation.
Enter into the rock, and hide thee in the dust, for fear of the Lord, and for the glory of his majesty.
O Lord, thou art my God; I will exalt thee, I will praise thy name; for thou hast done wonderful things; thy counsels of old are faithfulness and truth.
O fear the Lord, ye his saints: for there is no want to them that fear him.
Remember this, that the enemy hath reproached, O Lord, and that the foolish people have blasphemed thy name.
Rejoice in the Lord, ye righteous; and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness.
That this is a rebellious people, lying children, children that will not hear the law of the Lord:
Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God, and be more ready to hear, than to give the sacrifice of fools: for they consider not that they do evil.
And Joseph said unto them, Fear not: for am I in the place of God?
For who is God, save the Lord? and who is a rock, save our God?
He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.
Look thou upon me, and be merciful unto me, as thou usest to do unto those that love thy name.
And Moses answered and said, But, behold, they will not believe me, nor hearken unto my voice: for they will say, The Lord hath not appeared unto thee.
Thine habitation is in the midst of deceit; through deceit they refuse to know me, saith the Lord.
Who is this King of glory? The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory. Selah.
And Abraham drew near, and said, Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked?
Thou puttest away all the wicked of the earth like dross: therefore I love thy testimonies.
And the people spake against God, and against Moses, Wherefore have ye brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? for there is no bread, neither is there any water; and our soul loatheth this light bread.
Then answered Eliphaz the Temanite, and said,
And they came to the place which God had told him of; and Abraham built an altar there, and laid the wood in order, and bound Isaac his son, and laid him on the altar upon the wood.
Reflecting on these verses reveals a God of multifaceted character: loving, just, merciful, and faithful. Understanding these attributes is not merely an academic exercise; it's the foundation for a deeper, more meaningful relationship with the Divine. These scriptures highlight God's unwavering commitment to righteousness and His boundless compassion for humanity. Meditating on these qualities allows us to align our own lives with His principles, fostering empathy, integrity, and love in our interactions. May these verses serve as a constant reminder of God's unwavering character, inspiring us to strive for holiness and to extend His grace to others, thereby reflecting His light in a world desperately seeking truth and purpose.