What’s in a Name?
Before my sons were born, my husband and I spent hours scanning baby name books. We studied all of the various meanings and origins but just couldn’t find names we agreed on. We prayed God would guide us to the right names for our boys, and in both cases, in the nick of time, the right name fell into place.
Our oldest, Aidan, is an elementary schooler with uncontainable energy. He’s always in the middle of several creative projects, is a natural-born comedian, and when he gets passionate about something… let’s just say you’re not going to talk him out of it. The meaning of his name? Little Fire. How perfect a descriptor for our red-headed firecracker.
Our youngest, Bennett, had some respiratory issues at birth. We intentionally chose a name for him that translated to “little blessed one” because we wanted that banner of good health over his life. He has turned out to be both blessed and a blessing to his family and friends and is the picture of good health today.
Names are so important.
To grant someone a name in Biblical times was to speak a promise over their life. Abram (“high father” or “exalted father”) became Abraham (“father of a multitude”). Jacob (“to follow” or “to supplant”) became Israel (“triumphant with God”). Even Jesus’ name (“to deliver” or “to rescue”) emphasized that He was the savior of His people.
So what does the Bible have to say about who you are? If you’re a Christian, it says:
You are God’s child. John 1:12
Sin no longer holds you captive. Romans 6:6
In Christ, you are made new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
Your citizenship is in heaven. Philippians 3:30
Does it change your outlook to know your true identity?
Thanks so much, Amre, for hosting me on your blog today!
Guest blog post by Author Shaen Layle https://www.facebook.com/AuthorShaenLayle
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