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Adventistische Schriften über: "Is it appropriate to address God as “Papa”?"
Answer
The provided writings do not explicitly address the specific designation “Papa”. However, they emphasize that believers may address God trustingly with the loving name “Our Father”.
At the same time, it is highlighted that approaching God must always be characterized by deep reverence, humility, and holy respect, and He must never be addressed frivolously or as an equal.
Addressing God as “Our Father”
»We may address Him with the familiar name “Our Father”, which is a sign of our affection for Him and a pledge of His loving care and relationship to us. And the Son of God, who sees the heirs of grace, “does not shy away from calling them brothers”.«
Reverence instead of presumptuous familiarity
»Humility and reverence should characterize the conduct of all who stand before God's presence. In the name of Jesus we may approach Him with confidence, but we must not approach Him with presumptuous boldness as if He were on a level with ourselves. There are those who address the great, almighty, and holy God, who dwells in inaccessible light, as they would address an equal or even a subordinate... God is to be highly revered; all who truly recognize His presence will bow before Him in humility.«
Holy reverence before God's name
»Reverence should also be shown toward God's name. This name should never be uttered frivolously or thoughtlessly. Even in prayer, its frequent or unnecessary repetition should be avoided. “Holy and exalted is His name.” Angels veil their faces when they speak it. With what reverence should we, who are fallen and sinful, place it upon our lips!«
Original Sources (English)
Stephan Krol
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Why I built EGW Vision
Hello, I am Stephan Krol. I started this Ellen White website to make the writings of Ellen G. White and the Adventist pioneers easier to access for everyone.
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