What’s In A Name?
Bea Sting Heaven Lee Bill Board Robin Banks Bell E. Flopp Ella Mentry What do you think was going on in the minds of parents when they gave their children the following names? Bea Sting Heaven Lee Bill Board Robin Banks Bell E. Flopp Ella Mentry Candi Dish Lily Isabelle Ella Amelia Emily Oscar George Oliver Thomas Charlie
What purposes do names serve? They provide identity. They can identify us with a group. They can describe one’s character. They can provide direction
Christian? What Does This Have To Do With the Name The name itself is mentioned three times in Scripture (Acts 11:26; 26:28; 1 Pet. 4:16) and… Directly or indirectly refers to individuals who had exhibited a particular lifestyle A specific allegiance to another (Christ), A commitment to a unique teaching. Name is special because of Isaiah 62:2
Christian? The Name It provides identity- Acts 4:13 It identifies us with a group- Acts 2:47 It describes our character- 1 Peter 2:12,15,16 It provides direction- Acts 9:12; 16;17 Do these things mean we never make mistakes? Do we think we are perfect?
UNIQUE CHRISTIAN Acts 4:8-12 Philippians 2:9-11 God Meant for this name to be UNIQUE CHRISTIAN Acts 4:8-12 Philippians 2:9-11
Have an IMPACT On Mankind CHRISTIAN Acts 17:6 Ephesians 3:9-12 God Meant for this name to Have an IMPACT On Mankind CHRISTIAN Acts 17:6 Ephesians 3:9-12