In Scripture, God is often identified by the Hebrew word Elohim, which means “powers” rather than a singular limited being. This term reveals divine order and authority, not confusion.

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Elohim refers to:

• The Most High God (supreme authority)

• Jesus Christ (the sent Son and expressed image)

• The angels (ministering spirits who execute God’s will

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All operate in rank, order, and unity, not equality of power.

• Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning God (Elohim) created the heaven and the earth.”

• Genesis 1:26 – “Let us make man in our image…”

• Psalm 82:1 – “God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he judgeth among the gods.”

• John 10:34 – “Is it not written in your law, I said, Ye are gods?”

• Colossians 1:16 – Christ involved in creation, visible and invisible

• Wisdom of Solomon 12:1 – “For thine incorruptible spirit is in all things.”

• 2 Esdras 7:70 – Angels appointed to observe and minister

• Sirach 17:17 – God set rulers over every nation

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How This Works:

The word Elohim does not mean multiple gods competing for power. It means multiple divine authorities operating under one supreme God.

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Just like:

• A king has generals

• A judge has officers

• A commander has ranks

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God governs through order, not chaos.

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Christ’s Place in Elohim

Jesus Christ is:

• The only begotten Son

• The express image of the Father

• The head under God

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Scriptures

• Hebrews 1:3 "Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power"

• 1 Corinthians 11:3 “But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman is the man; and the head of Christ is God.”

• John 5:30 – Christ does nothing of himself

 

Christ is not an angel, but above them, commanding them.

The Angels’ Role in Elohim

Angels are:

• Ministering spirits

• Executors of God’s judgment

• Messengers and watchers

Scriptures

• Psalm 103:20 “Bless the LORD, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word.”

• Hebrews 1:14 “Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?”

• Daniel 10:13 but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me; and I remained there with the kings of Persia.”

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They carry out God’s will but do not receive worship.

Real-World Example:

Think of government

• One Constitution

• One Supreme Authority

• Multiple branches and officers

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Different roles, same system, one rulership.

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That is Elohim.

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Why This Matters for New Members

Understanding Elohim helps new believers:

• Read Scripture without confusion

• Understand Christ’s authority properly

• See divine order, not contradiction

• Avoid false doctrines that deny structure