El Hanne’eman – The Faithful God
- Dr. Michael Stallings
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El Hanne’eman – The Faithful God “Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.” – Deuteronomy 7:9
El Hanne’eman. The Faithful God. Not just the God who was faithful, or will be faithful—but the God who is faithful. In the wilderness, as Israel looked back on Egypt and forward to the Promised Land, they were reminded of one unchanging truth: their survival, their success, their salvation all rested on the faithfulness of El Hanne’eman.
His faithfulness isn’t fragile. It’s not based on our consistency or worthiness. El Hanne’eman keeps His covenant, not because we always obey, but because He never lies. When we waver, He remains steady. When we fall, He stays near. He finishes what He starts—not reluctantly, but lovingly.
To call Him Faithful is to remember that every promise is yes and amen in Christ. That not one word He speaks will fail. That when He says He is with us, He means forever. El Hanne’eman does not forget. He does not forsake. He does not flinch when we falter.
And in eternity, His faithfulness will be our testimony. For every crown laid down, for every praise lifted high, the story behind it will be this: God was faithful. Through trial and triumph, through famine and fullness, through silence and song—He was true to His word.
Until then, we cling to His promises. We preach to our own doubts. We say, even when the way is unclear: El Hanne’eman is still God. And He is still faithful.
Commentary
1. Why the name was used in its original biblical context: In Deuteronomy 7, Moses reminds the people of Israel that they are chosen—not because of their size, strength, or merit, but because of God's covenant and love. He uses the name El Hanne’eman to emphasize that God will remain faithful to His promises, even when Israel is tempted to forget. It’s a call to trust rooted in God’s proven track record.
2. What it meant to the speaker: To Moses and the generation preparing to enter the Promised Land, El Hanne’eman was assurance in uncertainty. It reminded them that their future did not rest on their own ability to conquer, but on God’s ability to keep His word. The desert had tested them, but God had never failed them.
3. What it means in light of Jesus Christ: In Christ, the faithfulness of God is fulfilled. Every promise of mercy, justice, redemption, and resurrection finds its “Yes” in Him. Jesus is the proof that El Hanne’eman never abandons His people. His cross was the fulfillment of ancient covenant, and His return will complete what was begun. Even when we are faithless, He remains faithful.
🙏 Prayer: El Hanne’eman, Faithful God, thank You for being steady when I am shaky, for keeping Your promises when I forget mine. Teach me to trust You when I can’t see the way forward, and to hold fast when I feel like letting go. Let my life bear witness to the truth that You always keep Your word. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Think about it today while you walk in his love and share His grace!
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