What would you like to be called? We all have a given name and perhaps a professional title, but there are other options. A childhood nickname? Perhaps. But some names are reserved for special relationships. Appellations of endearment. Pet names.
A name gives more than identity. It can give meaning and purpose to life. It can indicate ownership. It can elevate -- or demean. Name-calling is considered a despicable practice. When we come to the Bible, we see an array of names that God bestows on those close to His heart: Child of God. Righteous one. Beloved. Chosen one. Jesus affirmed His relationship with His disciples when He told them: “I do not call you servants any longer, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you [My] friends, because I have revealed to you everything that I have heard from My Father.” (John 15:15, Amplified Bible) It means something to be on a first-name basis with God. He speaks to us in intimate terms. He delights to spend time with us. He opens His heart to us -- and invites us to do the same in return. This is love. Next Steps... I will seek -- and cherish -- a true friendship with God.
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6/2/2017 10:26:40 pm
Everyone have their name which everyone called to speak it for the reason. The name is like the identity of the people and every people like their name and considers that their name is so beautiful. You give the best logic on the topic of the name.
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