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Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (John 14:6)

“If Jesus is who He says He is, then He’s not just a great teacher but the very embodiment of truth. His words are the final authority on everything we know to be true.” – The Reason for God, Tim Keller

We see in the Gospels that the Word, Jesus, became flesh. Jesus is full of grace and truth. And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14)

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But I received mercy for this reason, that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display his perfect patience as an example to those who were to believe in him for eternal life. 1 Timothy 1:16 (ESV) 

In theological terms, God’s patience (often referred to as His “long-suffering”) is understood as God’s willingness to delay His righteous judgment against sin, allowing time for repentance and spiritual growth. It is an aspect of His mercy and grace, demonstrating His desire for people to come to a saving knowledge of Him rather than face immediate consequences for sin. 

Or do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God’s kindness is meant to lead you to repentance? Romans 2:4 (ESV)

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God’s perfection refers to the absolute and complete nature of His being, attributes, and actions. It means that He lacks nothing in goodness, wisdom, power, justice, and love. His nature is free from any flaw, error, or deficiency. This perfection extends to all His actions and plans, which are always in alignment with His perfect will, purpose, and character.

This God—his way is perfect; the word of the Lord proves true; he is a shield for all those who take refuge in him. (Psalm 18:30)

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A compassionate God is one who is deeply aware of the suffering and needs of His creation and actively moves to alleviate that suffering. 

Psalm 103:13: As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him. God cares much for His own and His kindness is displayed throughout the Bible.

Lamentations 3:22-23 “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”

In“The Reason for God”, Tim Keller writes: “The Christian Gospel is that I am so flawed that Jesus had to die for me, yet I am so loved and valued that Jesus was glad to die for me. This leads to deep humility and deep confidence at the same time.”

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He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us. (Psalm 103:10-12) (ESV)

Tim Keller (Pastor and Author) "God’s forgiveness doesn’t come in response to repentance; it is the result of what Jesus has already done for us. When we turn to Him, we are met with the embrace of a Father who has already forgiven us.” (Timothy Keller, The Prodigal God, 2008)

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The God who satisfies refers to the biblical understanding of God as the ultimate source of fulfillment, contentment, and joy for the human soul. Unlike temporary or worldly pleasures that can leave us longing for more, God alone is able to meet the deepest needs and desires of our hearts, offering lasting peace, joy, and contentment. 

Psalm 63:1-5 (ESV) O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water. So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary, beholding your power and glory. Because your steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise you. So I will bless you as long as I live; in your name I will lift up my hands. My soul will be satisfied as with fat and rich food, and my mouth will praise you with joyful lips.

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Justice refers to one of God’s essential attributes, denoting His moral perfection and righteousness in His actions, both in relation to Himself and to His creation. In Scripture, God’s justice involves giving people what is due to them—rewarding the righteous and punishing the wicked—based on His perfect knowledge and standards of holiness.

Deuteronomy 32:4 “The Rock, his work is perfect, for all his ways are justice. A God of faithfulness and without iniquity, just and upright is he.”

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Splendor and majesty are before him; strength and beauty are in his sanctuary. Psalm 96:6
 
May we as the Sovereign Grace song Behold Our God chorus states: Behold our God, seated on his throne. Come, let us adore Him. Behold our king, nothing can compare; Come, let us adore Him. (Behold Our God, Sovereign Grace Music)

Augustine of Hippo states, Great are you, O Lord, and exceedingly worthy of praise; your power is immense, and your wisdom beyond reckoning. — The Confessions, Book I, Chapter 1

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Martin Luther wrote the well known hymn, “A Mighty Fortress.” We sing the first line: A mighty Fortress is our God, A Bulwark never failing;

In this context, a bulwark refers to a defensive wall or strong fortification. The phrase “never failing” emphasizes that this defense is unfailing or reliable in every circumstance. Luther sought to illustrate God as a fortress and bulwark, symbolizing His protection and strength against spiritual adversaries. This imagery reflects biblical themes of God’s invincibility and steadfastness.
 
 Psalm 24:8 (ESV) “Who is this King of glory? The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord, mighty in battle!”Today we are looking at the Invincibility of God. 

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Psalm 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Almighty God is a place of shelter and refuge. I think of a strong roof above my head or a heavy blanket laid on me. God’s provision for us is strong, solid, deep, consistent and rich. It is always there standing firm.

Psalm 121:1-2 “I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”

John Owen “We rest in the goodness and power of God, finding in Him alone the refuge that our souls require.” Reference: John Owen, “The Glory of Christ”