September 6 2011

Knowing His Name

Reading: Psalm 91:1-2; 9:10, 1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust." 10 Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you.

A young friend once introduced herself to me as Aimelle. "But you can call me Emily," she said. "It's easier to remember, so that's what most people call me." Even though her parents had chosen a beautiful name for her, she allowed others to call her by a more generic, familiar name. I wanted to be Aimelle's friend, so I decided to call her by her true name. Saying "Amielle" showed value for her as a unique person. Using her true name helped me feel closer to her as well.

Our God is so vast that one name cannot capture all He is. He has many names, each describing a unique aspect of his character. El Elyon (Most High) emphasizes God is sovereign. El Shaddai (Almighty God) describes God's overpowering strength, like a mountain. Yahweh (LORD) means "I am the One who is" and shows his self-existence. Elohim(God) means strong one, supreme.

God beckons us to know him personally. Doesn't that start with calling him by his true names? Our God knows your name and invites you to know his.

Think about it: God wants you to know Him well enough to call Him by name.

How well do you know God today?


What can you do to know Him better and feel comfortable calling Him by name?

REVIEW

What were you able to do today to know God better?


How did this impact your relationship with Him today?