Do you know me?
You must know me in some way, or you wouldn’t be reading these words. Maybe you know my name—Jerry Scott. Some know me more personally. Jay, Sean, Christine, and Maribel know me as “Dad.” Others call me “friend.” Over the years, many have known me as “Pastor,” trusting me with spiritual care. Bev knew me as “husband,” a relationship unlike any other.
Each of these names describes a different facet of how I am known. But here’s a far more important question:
Do you know God—or just His name?
God, Made Knowable
The Bible tells us that God is Spirit—eternal, invisible, transcendent. And yet, He graciously makes Himself known using language and images we can understand. He reveals Himself to us in human terms so we can relate to Him, know His heart, and grow in love.
So who is this God we’re invited to know?
Father
One of the most beautiful ways God reveals Himself is as Father. Jesus taught us to pray to “Our Father in heaven.” The Psalms proclaim He is “a father to the fatherless” (Psalm 68). The apostle John speaks of His love as lavished on us, bringing us to eternal life.
But His fatherhood is not limited to masculine imagery. Scripture also uses tender, maternal expressions to describe His care. He is like a hen gathering her chicks under her wings. Isaiah compares God’s love to that of a mother nursing her child—a picture of nurturing, intimate care.
Yes, we are the children of God—deeply loved and known.
King
God also reveals Himself as King—a concept less familiar to us who live in modern democracies. As King, He rules with majesty and might, protecting His people and directing all creation.
The prophet Isaiah once glimpsed God’s majesty in a vision
so powerful it shook the temple itself. Angels cried out:
“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth
is full of his glory.”
Isaiah’s response was not celebration but humility:
“Woe to me! I am ruined! ... my eyes have seen the King, the Lord Almighty.”
(Isaiah 6)
To know God as King is to stand in awe—reverent, humbled, and changed.
Husband
In yet another stunning metaphor, God describes Himself as a Husband to His people. The Scriptures speak of His desire for intimacy, fidelity, and delight—like that of a groom for his bride. He longs not just to rule over us, but to be with us, to dwell in loving relationship.
As in marriage, this is a call to faithfulness, love, and mutual delight. The divine invitation isn’t transactional—it’s personal. God desires to be our Beloved.
Shepherd
One of the most beloved pictures of God is that of Shepherd. Psalm 23 begins with those familiar, comforting words: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want…” He provides. He leads. He restores. He protects.
And in the Gospels, Jesus declares, “I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.” (John 10)
In a world of chaos and confusion, the Shepherd calls us to rest and trust in His care.
Not Just Known—Knowable
Here’s the heart of the matter:
Don’t settle for just knowing about God. Seek to know Him.
Jesus is the Bridge between humanity and the Holy One. Through Him, the unknowable God becomes deeply personal—knowable. Not because we are good, worthy, or impressive—but because Jesus, our Great High Priest, brings us near.
The invitation is open: “Since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess... Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” (Hebrews 4:14–16)
Take a moment to reflect—and pray: “God, teach me of Yourself. Let me truly know YOU.”
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