In the
bible there are many names for God, but why so many? The Lord Our God’s greatness
is simply beyond the capacity of one name to characterize His Majesty and
Awesomeness. Like individual facets on a diamond, each name reflects the light
of His Glory a little differently. His Name is not merely a moniker, when we
speak His name in any biblical form, we are reckoning upon His very nature and
power to transform. Not to be used like a magical incantation, one’s heart must
seek the Lord Himself as we call on His Name. El Shaddai, Elohim, to declare
Your Name releases unquenchable joy and unmatchable power! It is well with my
soul.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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