Names give us identity, but can also signify our character, and the name of our Lord is above all names. We call Him Jesus, the English translation of the Hebrew name, Yeshua, which means "God saves." When the angel came to Mary, He told her she'd have a son and to call Him Jesus because … Continue reading What’s in a Name?
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There’s a Lot in a Name!
The name given to Jesus at His birth was no coincidence. The angel instructed Joseph and Mary to call Him Jesus, which is Immanuel, "God is with us." Jesus is God in a human body, who left His throne in Heaven to come to earth, die on the cross, and take on the punishment for … Continue reading There’s a Lot in a Name!
What’s in a Name?
Mary didn't choose her baby's name; God told her to call him Jesus because He was Immanuel, "God with us" (Isaiah 7:14). He came to be the Savior of the world by giving His life so our sins would be forgiven, and then raising from the grave to give us eternal life with Him. The … Continue reading What’s in a Name?
Our Strong Tower
In ancient times, a strong tower was where people would run when they needed protection and safety. When we accept Jesus as our Savior, HE becomes our strong tower! Jesus defeated the evil one on the cross when He took our sins to hell and rose from the dead in victory! The name of Jesus … Continue reading Our Strong Tower
What a Beautiful Name it Is!
There is only one name in all the world that is worthy of our praise! There is only one name by which we are saved, and that can bring us into the presence of God. It gives us the hope and the strength to live in this world. What a beautiful name it is—the name … Continue reading What a Beautiful Name it Is!
Smile, God Loves You! 