R.C. Sproul: Adonai and Yahweh – What’s the Difference?

Summary

This sermon explores the significance of the different English translations of "Lord" in the Bible, highlighting how they represent two distinct Hebrew names for God: Yahweh and Adonai. By referencing Isaiah 6, Psalm 8, and Psalm 110, it reveals that "LORD" (all caps) typically translates Yahweh, the sacred name of God, while "Lord" (initial cap) translates Adonai, the supreme title for God. The practical takeaway is that understanding these distinctions deepens our appreciation for God's divine nature and identity, particularly as revealed through Jesus Christ.