“Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he hath redeemed from the land of the enemy” (Psalm 107:2).
Have you ever conducted a search for the meaning of your given name? I did and found mine is a short form of the name Susan or Susanna. In Hebrew, it means “lily.” The name Susanna is mentioned in Luke 8:3.
Back in Bible times a child’s name was often connected with some historic or miraculous event. Those of us part of the “baby boomer” generation often chose names for our children in honor or memory of another family member. Some parents of the current generation continue this honorable tradition, while others give their children names that are, at the very least, unique and, often times, almost bizarre.
As important as it is to not bring shame to our family or married name, there is one name we should be proud to proclaim. It denotes our relationship with Christ. We definitely should not bring any reproach to our Heavenly Father. One line of a current song on Christian radio says, “If anybody asks you just who I am, tell them, I am redeemed.” Whether we claim “redeemed,” “forgiven,” or “Christian,” we must never be ashamed to declare a name that defines the amazing grace of our Savior.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Bring a new friend to your women’s meeting, meet a new neighbor and pray for new church members.
