WHERE CAN GOD BE FOUND? CAN YOU BE JEHOVAH’S FRIEND?

[Bible Speaks]

WHERE CAN GOD BE FOUND? CAN YOU BE JEHOVAH’S FRIEND?

When some people read about Jehovah’s impressive qualities, they feel afraid and think, ‘God isso powerful, so important, and so far away, why would he care about me?’ But is that how God wants us to feel? Not at all. 

Jehovah wants to be close to us. The Bible says that God is “not far off from each one of us.” (Acts 17:27) God wants you to draw close to him, and he promises that “he will draw close to you.”—James 4:8.

How can you feel close to God if you cannot see him? (John 1:18;4:24; 1 Timothy 1:17) 

When you read about Jehovah in the Bible, you get to know him as a real Person. (Psalm 27:4; Romans 1:20) 

As you learn more about Jehovah, you will love him more and more and you will feel closer to him.

Imagine that. Jehovah, the Creator of the universe, wants you to be his friend!

The Bible teaches that Jehovah is the loving Creator of the universe!

TRUTH 1: WHO IS GOD?
“You created all things.”—Revelation 4:11
What can the Bible teach us about God?
* Revelation 15:3 He is the Almighty, the most powerful person in the universe.
* Psalm 90:2 He has always existed.
* Matthew 6:9 God is our Father. He wants us to have the best life possible.
* Acts 17:27 God wants to be close to us.
TRUTH 2: GOD HAS A NAME
“Jehovah . . . is my name forever.”—Exodus 3:15
Why is God’s name important?
* Psalm 83:18 God tells us that his name is Jehovah. “God” and “Lord” are not names. They are titles, like “king” and “president.” Jehovah wants you to use his name.
* Exodus 3:14 His name means “He Causes to Become.” Because Jehovah created all things, he can fulfill any promise he makes and can accomplish his purpose.
TRUTH 3: JEHOVAH LOVES US
“God is love.”—1 John 4:8
What does God’s love mean for us?
* Exodus 34:6; Psalm 37:28 He is merciful and compassionate. He loves truth and justice.
* Psalm 86:5 He is forgiving.
* 2 Peter 3:9 He is patient with us.
* Revelation 15:4 He is loyal to us.
TRUTH 4: GOD CARES FOR YOU
“Throw all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.”—1 Peter 5:7
How do you know that God really cares for you?
* Psalm 37:9-11 He promises to end suffering and to repair all the damage done by bad people.
* James 4:8 Jehovah wants you to be close to him.
* John 17:3 The more you learn about God, the more you will love him.

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