Whenever I’ve done a Bible study into the names of God, I’ve truly been amazed at all the awesome ways God is described throughout the Old Testament and New Testament. Each powerful and rich meaning makes it clear that the names of God not only point to who He is, but they also give us a clear picture of what He has done for us in the past, what He’s doing for us now, and He will do for us in the future.
I have always advocated for praying with the Scriptures to affirm what God has promised us. Praying with the names of God, addressing Him personally, can be a wonderful reminder of His Holy attributes. I have found it to be a way to honor and worship our Lord and it can bring real peace to our hearts. When we mention His different names in our prayers, it is both comforting and reassuring, especially in these times of uncertainty in the world.
Over the next several weeks I want to key in on this important time of our worship of God and give you some reasons why we should pray with His names. This isn’t just some pithy solution, its important to acknowledge the Savior of our souls and the things He has done for us.
I’ve been studying God’s names over the years, and recently I came across some really good reasons why we should pray with God’s name and some examples of how to do it, so please let me share them with you.
The first is Affirmation.
Praying the names of God brings affirmation (a confirmation) to our hearts, minds, and souls. As we all know, doubt creeps in and causes us to question the Lord we love. However, fear and doubt quickly dissipate when we focus on affirming our Lord and Savior.
Here is an example of how you can pray and affirm who God is:
“I know that You are the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. There is nothing that escapes your sovereignty. I can trust You in all things. Today, Lord, I bring all my fears and doubts to You. I lay them at Your feet. I ask that You affirm in my heart exactly who You are. By the power of Your Holy Spirit, give me the assurance that You are who You say you are. Forgive me of any doubts that I’ve allowed to enter my mind. I will continue to draw from your strength with a certainty that You are my Father in heaven. You are my Lord and Savior Lord Jesus. And You are my Prince of Peace.”
Continue to read your Bible, talk to God, and pour out your needs, questions, frustrations, and the desires of your heart.
Blessings and stay safe,
Pastor Chuck
I have always advocated for praying with the Scriptures to affirm what God has promised us. Praying with the names of God, addressing Him personally, can be a wonderful reminder of His Holy attributes. I have found it to be a way to honor and worship our Lord and it can bring real peace to our hearts. When we mention His different names in our prayers, it is both comforting and reassuring, especially in these times of uncertainty in the world.
Over the next several weeks I want to key in on this important time of our worship of God and give you some reasons why we should pray with His names. This isn’t just some pithy solution, its important to acknowledge the Savior of our souls and the things He has done for us.
I’ve been studying God’s names over the years, and recently I came across some really good reasons why we should pray with God’s name and some examples of how to do it, so please let me share them with you.
The first is Affirmation.
Praying the names of God brings affirmation (a confirmation) to our hearts, minds, and souls. As we all know, doubt creeps in and causes us to question the Lord we love. However, fear and doubt quickly dissipate when we focus on affirming our Lord and Savior.
Here is an example of how you can pray and affirm who God is:
“I know that You are the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. There is nothing that escapes your sovereignty. I can trust You in all things. Today, Lord, I bring all my fears and doubts to You. I lay them at Your feet. I ask that You affirm in my heart exactly who You are. By the power of Your Holy Spirit, give me the assurance that You are who You say you are. Forgive me of any doubts that I’ve allowed to enter my mind. I will continue to draw from your strength with a certainty that You are my Father in heaven. You are my Lord and Savior Lord Jesus. And You are my Prince of Peace.”
Continue to read your Bible, talk to God, and pour out your needs, questions, frustrations, and the desires of your heart.
Blessings and stay safe,
Pastor Chuck
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