Introduction
It is good to have the knowledge of God. It is good because it proceeds from God the Omniscience. The one who knows and declares the end from the beginning, and from the ancient times the things that have not been done. He says that His counsel shall not fail but stand and that He shall do all his pleasure (Isa 46:10). Paul calls the knowledge of God “the unsearchable riches of Christ” (Eph 3:8).
The Nature of the Knowledge of God
As has been detailed in the introductory section above, the knowledge of God is what we know about God as revealed through Jesus Christ. God´s knowledge is rich and incomprehensible. This is affirmed in the scripture that contends that:
“And Hezekiah spake comfortably unto all the Levites that taught the good knowledge of the LORD: and they did eat throughout the feast seven days, offering peace offerings, and making confession to the LORD God of their fathers” (2Ch 30:22).
Levites were supposed to teach the knowledge of God. The knowledge of God, therefore, refers to the word of God. The word of God is referred to as “glad tidings” (Luk 1:19, Luk 8:1, Acts 13:32, Rom 10:15) or good news. The knowledge of God is good news because it brings salvation to man. Isaiah, in writing of this, exclaims: “How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of him who brings good tidings, making peace heard; who brings good news, making salvation heard; who says to Zion, Your God reigns!” (Isa 52:7).
In fact, man´s knowledge of God is tainted so we do not know all about Him. What is necessary for our salvation is that which has been revealed to us. Thus, the Knowledge of God in His Son is eternal life (Joh 17:3). The limited knowledge of man about God has been explained by Paul in one of his epistles, where he indicates that “For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part, but then I shall fully know even as I also am fully known” (1Co 13:12). In this present world, we see God dimly but we shall have a fuller knowledge of God when we enter into the eschatological world. Whereas man has a limited knowledge of himself and of God, God´s knowledge about everything is absolute and perfect. No one can have the knowledge of God unless He reveals Himself to him/her through His revealed word or His Spirit. God says that He will give His people a heart to know that He is Jehovah and that they are His people (Jer 24:7).
Benefits of the Knowledge of God
All scripture, being the revealed knowledge of God, is given by inspiration of God and it is good for doctrine, for reproof, for correcting people, and instructs man to live right with the intent that the man of God may be perfect, completely prepared for all good works (2Ti 3:16-17). David also, writing about the knowledge of God, convincingly declares that:
“The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them is thy servant warned: and in the keeping of them there is a great reward (Psa 19:7-11).
Conclusion
The knowledge of God is to be sought after. It is deep, rich, perfect, and it brings salvation to those who have it. It is worthwhile to spend time in the presence of God to acquire His divine knowledge.
Prayer: Lord God, we ask that you lead us to discover and rediscover your knowledge, and give us the power to live by it. In the name of Jesus Christ. AMEN!