“A naughty person, a wicked man, Walketh with a froward mouth. He winketh with his eyes, he speaketh with his feet, He teacheth with his fingers; Frowardness is in his heart, he deviseth mischief continually; He soweth discord. Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; Suddenly shall he be broken without remedy. These six things doth the LORD hate: Yea, seven are an abomination unto him: A proud look, a lying tongue, And hands that shed innocent blood, An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, Feet that be swift in running to mischief, A false witness that speaketh lies, And he that soweth discord among brethren.”
Proverbs 6:12-19 KJV
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The Name of the Lord
Have you ever thought about the meaning of your name?
The meaning of a name is more important in some families and cultures than others. In Scripture, the meaning of a name can tell you a lot about a specific person, the character of that person, or a calling that's on someone's life.
Similarly, the name of the Lord is not just a common name. The Lord’s name is meant to carry the identity, character, and actions of God. That is why Scripture tells us to call upon the name of the Lord as a means of help and comfort.
God’s name tells us who He is. He is God—the Creator and Ruler and Sustainer of everything on the earth (and beyond). He is above everything else. That means He is more powerful and more wise than any created thing.
God’s name also tells us about His character. We learn in Scripture that God is faithful, loving, merciful, and strong—His presence is a place of protection for those who follow Him.
The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run ...