Blending wisdom from the ancient pages of Scripture, contemporary thought, and reflections from pastoral practice, Seventh-day Adventist theologians, pastors, and practitioners unite to provide fresh perspectives on the character of God: who he is and why it matters today.

This book reveals God as a compassionate and relational Creator who comforts the hurting, offers hope to the broken, and invites us to partner with him in creative, meaningful, and life-affirming ways.

The Character of God challenges us to consider anew the beauty and depth of God’s person and embark on a spiritual journey of transformation and discovery. This isn’t just another book about theology-it’s an invitation to an encounter with the living God.

Contents

Introduction: The Alpha and Omega of Christian Theology - Dr. Ján Barna
The Complex Character of God in the Old Testament - Laurence A. Turner
Trial by Song: Numbers 6:24-26 and The UK Blessing - Julian Thompson
The Power of Ritual: Theodicy in the Sanctuary Service - Gerald A. Klingbeil
God on Trial: The Old Testament and Genocide - Ivan Milanov
Here Comes the Bully: The Problem of Violence in Revelation - Laszlo Gallusz
Narrative Reading of the Actions of the Spirit in Acts - Eike Mueller
God's Character through the Old Testament Lens of Revelation 5:5 - Kayle B. de Waal
The Unfathomable Love of God - John C. Peckham
The Essence of Being: The Holy Spirit and the Character of God - Pilira Zapita
Love at War: God's Character and the Challenge of Evil - Tihomir Lazić
Who Put Her There?! A Sermonic Reflection - Ivana Mendez
'Ah, You're the Church Who...' - Adrian Peck
Pastoral Care and the Character of the God who Cares - Karen Holford
If I Could Slap Somebody: A Sermonic Reflection on Jonah - Ian Sweeney
Law and the Character of God - Patrick Johnson