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Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Monday, June 3, 2013
What's in a Name? Are Names Important?
They’re more than a bunch of letters grouped together to sound pleasant to the ear. Names are more than a convenience allowing us to talk to each other. Names are a gift from God. They contain His power. They define things. They define us.
God said, “Let there be an expanse between the waters to separate water from water.” And there was. He called it sky. And He called the dry ground land.
From that land, God made man. He made Adam (Earth). Then God gave the power to name to Adam.
Adam named the animals. And he named Eve (Mother of All). And that power has been given to us.
Consider the freedom that comes in naming a fear you have, or the cause of shame you hide, or the root of anger strangling you. When I own my fears, say them out loud, identify them, then I loosen the controlling grip they have over me. That’s power. That’s the power of a name.
Here are a few that I found from a couple different sources. May be right or might not. Sorry if you don't find your name. I just couldn't find it at this time or maybe yours is so unique that's it's left up to you to give it meaning. lol
Amanda-Worthy of Love
Anna-Favor, Grace
Annabelle-Joy, Grace, Beauty
Ashley-From The Ash Tree
Ava-Like A Bird
Beverly-Near the Meadows of the Beavers
Brandy-Warm
Bonnie-Pretty, Good, Sweet girl
Brenda-Sword Blade
Brooke-Small Stream
Chelsea-Port of Chalk or Limestone
Carol-Free, Strong
Danielle-God Is My Judge
Deidra-Wanderer
Glenda-Holy and Good
Hannah-Grace
Janet-God is Gracious
Jean-God is Gracious
Jenny-White, Fair, Smooth
Jessica-God is Watching
Judy-Praise
Joyce-Joyous, Cheerful, Merry
Kathy-Pure, Chaste
Krista-Christian
Kristie-Follower of Christ
Lana-Precious
Margie-Pearl
Marsha- Brave
Martha-Lady
Morgan-of the Sea
Myrtle-Tree, Victory
Natasha-Reborn
Norma-Pattern
Pam-All Honey
Regina-Queen
Rosetta- Little Rose
Ruby-A Gem
Sandra-Defender of the People
Sandy-Defender of the People
Sharon-A Plain(from the Holy Land)
Stephanie-Crown, Garland
Sonya-Wisdom
Tara-Crowned, Star
Teresa-Harvester
Teri-Harvester
Tiffany- Appearance of God
Tracy- Harvester
Vicki-Conqueror, Victory
“A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.” – Proverbs 22:1 (NIV)God said, “Let there be light.” And there was. He named it into existence.
God said, “Let there be an expanse between the waters to separate water from water.” And there was. He called it sky. And He called the dry ground land.
From that land, God made man. He made Adam (Earth). Then God gave the power to name to Adam.
Adam named the animals. And he named Eve (Mother of All). And that power has been given to us.
Consider the freedom that comes in naming a fear you have, or the cause of shame you hide, or the root of anger strangling you. When I own my fears, say them out loud, identify them, then I loosen the controlling grip they have over me. That’s power. That’s the power of a name.
Names are important. They contain meaning. They define who we are. And usually we’re not who we think we are.
Here are a few that I found from a couple different sources. May be right or might not. Sorry if you don't find your name. I just couldn't find it at this time or maybe yours is so unique that's it's left up to you to give it meaning. lol
Amanda-Worthy of Love
Anna-Favor, Grace
Annabelle-Joy, Grace, Beauty
Ashley-From The Ash Tree
Ava-Like A Bird
Beverly-Near the Meadows of the Beavers
Brandy-Warm
Bonnie-Pretty, Good, Sweet girl
Brenda-Sword Blade
Brooke-Small Stream
Chelsea-Port of Chalk or Limestone
Carol-Free, Strong
Danielle-God Is My Judge
Deidra-Wanderer
Glenda-Holy and Good
Hannah-Grace
Janet-God is Gracious
Jean-God is Gracious
Jenny-White, Fair, Smooth
Jessica-God is Watching
Judy-Praise
Joyce-Joyous, Cheerful, Merry
Kathy-Pure, Chaste
Krista-Christian
Kristie-Follower of Christ
Lana-Precious
Margie-Pearl
Marsha- Brave
Martha-Lady
Morgan-of the Sea
Myrtle-Tree, Victory
Natasha-Reborn
Norma-Pattern
Pam-All Honey
Regina-Queen
Rosetta- Little Rose
Ruby-A Gem
Sandra-Defender of the People
Sandy-Defender of the People
Sharon-A Plain(from the Holy Land)
Stephanie-Crown, Garland
Sonya-Wisdom
Tara-Crowned, Star
Teresa-Harvester
Teri-Harvester
Tiffany- Appearance of God
Tracy- Harvester
Vicki-Conqueror, Victory
Pastor's 'drop box' saves abandoned babies
A pastor in South Korea has found an amazing way to rescue abandoned babies. Lee Jong-rak is pastor of Jesus-Loving Union Church in Seoul. He created the Baby Box: A drop box in the side of his home with a sign that reads, "Place to leave babies." Inside is a thick towel to cushion the babies, with lights and heating to keep the infant comfortable. When a baby is placed in the box, a bell rings immediately inside the home and the pastor, his wife, or staff associates move the baby inside.
According to official reports, about 600 infants or young children are abandoned on the streets of Seoul each year, though the actual number is probably higher. Only about 20 percent are rescued; hundreds die on the streets. Pastor Lee intended the Baby Box to be temporary, but will not close it until he is sure the government can offer adequate protection for abandoned babies. Many of the babies he has rescued have physical or mental challenges. He has personally adopted 10 of them, and is in the process of adopting four more.
Why is he so concerned about babies with challenges? His own son was born with a severe case of cerebral palsy that has confined him to a bed and rendered him non-verbal. Mr. Lee turned to God and eventually became a minister. He and his wife named their son "Eun-man," which means "Full of God's grace." Now they are sharing that grace with babies from across their city and beyond.
We're hearing about the Baby Box because of a 72-minute documentary film directed by 22-year-old Brian Ivie. His movie, called "The Drop Box," won "Best of Festival" Jubilee Award at an Independent Christian Film Festival earlier this year. Ivie says making "The Drop Box" changed his life: "I became a Christian while making this movie. When I started to make it and I saw all these kids come through the drop box—it was like a flash from heaven, just like these kids with disabilities had crooked bodies, I have a crooked soul. And God loves me still. . . . This world is so much about self-reliance, self-worth, and self-esteem. It's a total illusion that we can be self-sufficient. Christ is the only thing that enables us."
It is estimated that out of every eight children born around the world, one will be abandoned, resulting in one million abandoned children each year. But the story of the Baby Box is making a difference. How can you help? Ivie is in negotiations with a major studio to release "The Drop Box" globally this fall. For now, he is asking us to join his mailing list and Facebook page from their website (www.dropbox-movie.com).
I invite you to visit the website and watch the film trailer. There I heard Pastor Kim say, "God, I will die for these children." And I thought: Jesus already did.
Article Source/DENISONFORUM
According to official reports, about 600 infants or young children are abandoned on the streets of Seoul each year, though the actual number is probably higher. Only about 20 percent are rescued; hundreds die on the streets. Pastor Lee intended the Baby Box to be temporary, but will not close it until he is sure the government can offer adequate protection for abandoned babies. Many of the babies he has rescued have physical or mental challenges. He has personally adopted 10 of them, and is in the process of adopting four more.
Why is he so concerned about babies with challenges? His own son was born with a severe case of cerebral palsy that has confined him to a bed and rendered him non-verbal. Mr. Lee turned to God and eventually became a minister. He and his wife named their son "Eun-man," which means "Full of God's grace." Now they are sharing that grace with babies from across their city and beyond.
We're hearing about the Baby Box because of a 72-minute documentary film directed by 22-year-old Brian Ivie. His movie, called "The Drop Box," won "Best of Festival" Jubilee Award at an Independent Christian Film Festival earlier this year. Ivie says making "The Drop Box" changed his life: "I became a Christian while making this movie. When I started to make it and I saw all these kids come through the drop box—it was like a flash from heaven, just like these kids with disabilities had crooked bodies, I have a crooked soul. And God loves me still. . . . This world is so much about self-reliance, self-worth, and self-esteem. It's a total illusion that we can be self-sufficient. Christ is the only thing that enables us."
It is estimated that out of every eight children born around the world, one will be abandoned, resulting in one million abandoned children each year. But the story of the Baby Box is making a difference. How can you help? Ivie is in negotiations with a major studio to release "The Drop Box" globally this fall. For now, he is asking us to join his mailing list and Facebook page from their website (www.dropbox-movie.com).
I invite you to visit the website and watch the film trailer. There I heard Pastor Kim say, "God, I will die for these children." And I thought: Jesus already did.
Article Source/DENISONFORUM
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