New dimensions are added to the phrase, “let your imagination run wild,” when we try to imagine God. If it were not for His creative acts, his Only Begotten Son (Jesus), and His Word (the Bible), there would be no foundation upon which to base our thought of the Almighty.
First, His creative acts reveal two very important facts about our Heavenly Father. Consider this verse, “For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse: (Romans 1:20)” This speaks of the eternality of God, who already existed before the creation, at the beginning of time. Also, His omnipotence (infinite power) is clearly delineated here, as it would require unlimited power to create and sustain this physical universe with all of its intricacies.
Secondly, the Bible tells us that, “No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him. (John 1:18)” Jesus, is God in the flesh, equal in power and glory with the Father. He came to reveal God to man, especially His mercy (not getting what we deserve), His love (purposing our good at His expense), and His grace (getting what we do not deserve). Jesus, God’s Son, died, was buried, and rose from the dead in order to pay the penalty for your sins. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (John 3:16)” You will not know the Father without first acquiring knowledge of His Son.
Finally, God is revealed in what He has said. His Word is essential if you would know Him. In the original languages of the Bible, God is referred to as: Elohim (Creator God), El Shaddai (God Almighty), El Elyon (Most High God), El Olam (Everlasting God), Yahweh (Self Existing One), Adonai (Lord), Theos (God), Kurios (Owner), Despotes (Master), and Father. There are many other names for God in the scriptures, as well as His many wondrous acts, but perhaps these thoughts can help you begin your quest to know Him.