A Name

So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.  – Romans 10:17

When someone calls out your name, is it possible not to listen? Hardly! In Genesis you see a beautiful story of God bringing animals to Adam to see what he would call them. He named them based on their essence or observable qualities. Likewise, you have that kind of name, too.

Your parents gave you a name which you know very well. Your friends describe you by the quirks and qualities of your unique connection. You display a public moniker with outward attitudes and opinions. There is a name you wear proudly when highlighted by your good deeds, and a label you bear in shame by your sin. The sum total of all that is an identity authentically you, your real name, the name God knows.

Through Christ, God reveals His name to you also! He is known as Savior, Friend, Comforter, Healer, and Companion. He calls you into a deep relationship where you are fully known AND fully loved. Can you hear Him calling your name? Your faith in Christ is where that connection comes alive.    

Today in America, there is a lot of name-calling going on, but don’t waste your time with that. Ask God to help you choose fit people for office by observing what they do, not by their impressive fame or name. Pray for those chosen to lead to hear God’s calling in their life and respond by following Christ as their guide. Listen carefully and vote thoughtfully, and America may once again be named as one nation under God.