Categories of God’s Attributes
1. Incommunicable Attributes (unique to God, not shared with humanity)
These highlight God’s transcendence — what sets Him apart from creation.
Self-Existence (Aseity): God has life in Himself.
Exodus 3:14 – “I AM WHO I AM.”
John 5:26 – “The Father has life in Himself.”
Immutability (Unchanging): God does not change in His being, purposes, or character.
Malachi 3:6 – “I the LORD do not change.”
James 1:17 – “No variation or shadow due to change.”
Eternality: God has no beginning and no end.
Psalm 90:2 – “From everlasting to everlasting, you are God.”
Revelation 1:8 – “I am the Alpha and the Omega.”
Omnipresence (Everywhere-present): God is present everywhere at once.
Psalm 139:7–10 – “Where shall I flee from your presence?”
Jeremiah 23:24 – “Do I not fill heaven and earth?”
Omniscience (All-knowing): God knows all things actual and possible.
Psalm 147:5 – “His understanding is infinite.”
Hebrews 4:13 – “All are naked and exposed to the eyes of Him.”
Omnipotence (All-powerful): God can do all things consistent with His nature.
Genesis 18:14 – “Is anything too hard for the LORD?”
Revelation 19:6 – “The Lord God omnipotent reigns.”
Sovereignty: God rules over all things with supreme authority.
Psalm 115:3 – “Our God is in the heavens; He does all that He pleases.”
Ephesians 1:11 – “He works all things according to the counsel of His will.”
2. Communicable Attributes (shared, in part, with humans)
These reflect God’s image in us, though perfectly in Him.
Holiness: God is utterly set apart and morally pure.
Isaiah 6:3 – “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD.”
1 Peter 1:16 – “Be holy, for I am holy.”
Love: God is love in His essence.
1 John 4:8 – “God is love.”
John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world…”
Goodness: God is the source of all that is good.
Psalm 34:8 – “Taste and see that the LORD is good.”
Nahum 1:7 – “The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble.”
Mercy: God shows compassion to the undeserving.
Exodus 34:6 – “The LORD… merciful and gracious.”
Ephesians 2:4 – “Rich in mercy.”
Grace: God gives unearned favor.
John 1:16 – “Grace upon grace.”
Ephesians 2:8 – “By grace you have been saved.”
Justice/Righteousness: God always does what is right and fair.
Deuteronomy 32:4 – “All His ways are justice.”
Psalm 11:7 – “The LORD is righteous; He loves righteous deeds.”
Truth/Faithfulness: God is true and keeps His promises.
John 14:6 – “I am the way, the truth, and the life.”
Lamentations 3:23 – “Great is your faithfulness.”
Wisdom: God applies knowledge perfectly to accomplish His will.
Romans 11:33 – “Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom of God!”
Summary List of God’s Attributes
Self-existent (Aseity)
Immutable (unchanging)
Eternal
Omnipresent
Omniscient
Omnipotent
Sovereign
Holy
Loving
Good
Merciful
Gracious
Just and Righteous
Truthful and Faithful
Wise
Attributes of God – Quick Reference Chart
| Attribute | Scriptural Support |
|---|---|
| Self-Existence (Aseity) | Exodus 3:14 – “I AM WHO I AM.” John 5:26 – “The Father has life in Himself.” |
| Immutability (Unchanging) | Malachi 3:6 – “I the LORD do not change.” James 1:17 – “No variation or shadow due to change.” |
| Eternality | Psalm 90:2 – “From everlasting to everlasting, you are God.” Revelation 1:8 – “I am the Alpha and the Omega.” |
| Omnipresence | Psalm 139:7–10 – “Where shall I flee from your presence?” Jeremiah 23:24 – “Do I not fill heaven and earth?” |
| Omniscience | Psalm 147:5 – “His understanding is infinite.” Hebrews 4:13 – “All are naked and exposed to the eyes of Him.” |
| Omnipotence | Genesis 18:14 – “Is anything too hard for the LORD?” Revelation 19:6 – “The Lord God omnipotent reigns.” |
| Sovereignty | Psalm 115:3 – “Our God is in the heavens; He does all that He
pleases.” Ephesians 1:11 – “He works all things according to the counsel of His will.” |
| Holiness | Isaiah 6:3 – “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD.” 1 Peter 1:16 – “Be holy, for I am holy.” |
| Love | 1 John 4:8 – “God is love.” John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world…” |
| Goodness | Psalm 34:8 – “Taste and see that the LORD is good.” Nahum 1:7 – “The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble.” |
| Mercy | Exodus 34:6 – “The LORD… merciful and gracious.” Ephesians 2:4 – “Rich in mercy.” |
| Grace | John 1:16 – “Grace upon grace.” Ephesians 2:8 – “By grace you have been saved.” |
| Justice / Righteousness | Deuteronomy 32:4 – “All His ways are justice.” Psalm 11:7 – “The LORD is righteous; He loves righteous deeds.” |
| Truth / Faithfulness | John 14:6 – “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” Lamentations 3:23 – “Great is your faithfulness.” |
| Wisdom | Romans 11:33 – “Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom of God!” |