The Lord of hosts.
The Lord of the heavenly hosts will always fulfill his purposes, even when his earthly hosts fail.
1 Samuel 1:3; 17:45 Psalms 46:7 Malachi 1:10-14 Romans 9:29.
Also known as Yahweh Sabaoth. The word Sabaoth means "Hosts" or "Army". In 1 Samuel 1:3 the name Sabaoth appears for the first time. Since then this name is used frequently (1 Samuel 15:2; 17:45). The word "army" is used in reference to the angels that are fighting and helping the people of God. In Joshua 5:14-15, Joshua has a meeting with the supreme leader of this army. This name of God emphasizes the fact that God is fighting for his people. This name is related to God's omnipotence and sovereignty. This name is commonly used by the prophets, particularly by Isaiah (60 times), Jeremiah (77 times) and Zechariah (53 times).