Discussion Guide
This week, we’re looking at the names of God. Throughout Scripture, God reveals Himself in specific ways: provider, healer, shepherd, peace, and victory. These aren’t just titles; they show us who He is and how He meets us in real moments of life.
What’s powerful is that these names don’t stay in the Old Testament. In the New Testament, we see them fully revealed through Jesus.
As you walk through each passage, encourage your group to notice what each name reveals about God’s character and how that connects to Jesus. This week is about recognizing who He is and how He is at work in our lives today.
What you will need: A Bible or your Bible app, a notebook, pen, and highlighter. The verses highlighted below are linked so that you can easily access them during your study time.
Jump Start
1. What’s a nickname or name someone has called you that actually meant something to you? Why? Did it stick?
2. Jehovah Jireh – The Lord Will Provide. Read Genesis 22:12–14, Matthew 14:16–20. What do these two passages reveal about how God responds when there is a need? In both stories, how does the provision go beyond what was originally expected or required?
3. Jehovah Rapha – The Lord Who Heals. Read Mark 5:34 ,John 5:5–9. What stands out about how Jesus engages each person before healing them? In what ways does healing go beyond just physical restoration?
4. Jehovah Raah – The Lord is My Shepherd. Read Psalm 23:1–3, John 10:11–14. What patterns do you see in how the Shepherd cares for and leads His people? How is the relationship between the shepherd and the sheep described?
5. Jehovah Shalom – The Lord is Peace. Read: Judges 6:22–24, John 14:27. What circumstances surround the moment when peace is given in each passage? How does the peace God gives differ from what would normally be expected in those situations?
6. Jehovah Nissi – The Lord is My Banner (Victory). Read: Exodus 17:11–16 ,John 3:14–15. What do these passages show about where victory or rescue comes from? How does the idea of something being “lifted up” connect these two moments?
Action Step: This week, choose one name of God that stood out to you (Provider, Healer, Shepherd, Peace, or Victory). Write it down and come back to it each day, asking: Where do I see this part of God showing up in my life right now? Where might He be inviting me to trust Him more in this area?
Optional - Deeper Dive: Read Philippians 2:9–11. What does this passage reveal about the name and authority of Jesus? How does this connect to the different names of God we studied this week?