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Nurturingly Always Messiah Emancipates!"(N.A.M.E.)

Ramesh C. Reddy
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SCRIPTURE:
"She will give birth to a son and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.” (Matthew 1:21, NIV)

APPROACH QUESTION:
Why was your name chosen for you?

OBSERVATIONS:
I asked myself what 3 things does the Angel of the Lord tell Joseph?

1. She [Mary] will give birth to a son.
2.
You are to give Him the name Jesus.
3.
He will save His people from their sins.

INTERPRETATIONS:
I asked myself why is it significant that the Angel of the Lord says 'She will give birth to a son.'?
1. The Angel of the Lord is assuring Joseph in his pain, confusion, and despair that the Holy Spirit who began the work in Mary with the miraculous conception while she is still a virgin will take care of everything from conception to birth. This is evidenced by the promise 'She will give birth to a son.'

I asked myself why is it significant that the Angel of the Lord says, 'You are to give Him the name Jesus?'
The Angel of the Lord not only wants Joseph to take Mary home as his wife but when the son is born, Joseph should be responsible to take care of the son with the most important task of giving the son a name but specifically the name chosen by the Angel of the Lord : JESUS.

I asked myself why did the Angel of the Lord want Joseph to name Him Jesus of all names and it's significance.?
Then, I was reminded of what Jesus means. Jesus is the Greek form of Joshua, which means 'The Lord saves'. By asking Joseph to name Jesus with a Greek name is foreshadowing that Jesus will be the Hope of all nations. Greeks are considered Gentiles so Jesus will be the Savior of all including Gentiles like me, my darling wife Chandraleela, etc. They will all become His people when they accept what Jesus wants to do for them. However Jesus will not be limited to saving Gentiles alone for His desire and hope is to save all the Jews too. At the Name of Jesus, Jews and Gentiles will be saved when they turn to Him.

IMPLICATIONS:
I asked myself what are the implications for my own life?
I learned there is a lot of significance to the Name of Jesus. It is Jesus who wants to be Lord of my life and save me for Jesus means Joshua which means 'Lord saves'. Also, I should not take any name lightly whether calling people by name or when called by name.  What is awesome is that Jesus calls me by name and I belong to Him. I am precious and special in the Lord's sight. You too are precious in the Lord's sight. The Name of Jesus should be shown so much reverence in my life. I love you Jesus.

"But now the Lord who created you, O Israel, says: Don’t be afraid, for I have ransomed you; I have called you by name; you are mine.  When you go through deep waters and great trouble, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown! When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up—the flames will not consume you. For I am the Lord your God, your Savior, the Holy One of Israel." (Isaiah 43:1-3a, TLB)

I ask you now dear friend, what significance do you give a N.A.M.E in life?
Dear friend, a name has a lot of meaning behind it and when we discover that it can also change our life especially when we discover the Name of Jesus, there is ultimate protection from the evil one. For the Name of Jesus has power to save you and me from sin. Also a name helps us give meaning to experiences, make people valued, etc.

Years ago, I remember when I called a student by name she was so happy that she came to me and said, 'You remembered my name'. When I served the Pennsylvania Governor School of International Studies (PGSIS) students from 2000 - 2008, I wanted every student to feel special and remembered all 100+ names each year and called them by name to make them feel loved and valued. I also would share with them poems to show the love of Jesus to them because I knew the Name of Jesus is a Name that saves all.

In Sept 2012, after our first child was born, we prayed and searched for a name to give her. When my mom told me that my youngest brother Rohit will call his neice Esther regardless of what name we gave her, I mentioned that to my sweet wife. She told me that she liked the name and we should name her Esther as her brother-in-law wanted. I wanted a Bible name and when the Bible verse, "For you were born for such a time as this' came to my mind, I knew Esther would be the name of our daughter because that is how we felt about our daughter for she was born for such a time as this.

Other than my mom, we all grew up with only males in our family: 4 brothers including myself and my beloved dad who is with the Lord Jesus. It was wonderful to have a precious daughter for her uncles and also for me. Of course, whoever the Lord gave would have been a blessing. My mommy also liked the name and since the Bible verse was from the Book of Esther, we named her Esther. Esther is a beautiful 6Y2M19d year old daughter now by God's grace.

A name does have significance friend. Friend, the Lord Jesus loves you so much and has called you by name. You are precious and special in the Lord's sight and when you come to Him, He will write your name in the Book of Life. He also has His own name for you that He will reveal in His timing. Praise the Lord. So friend, come to Jesus as you are and never be upset about your name for your name is very special. You have a identity and purpose in life. This Christmas season know that you are loved and cherished. You are never out of His love and never out of His reach.

Whatever we are going through, Jesus already knows about it. My wife and I had tears in our eyes when we read the testimony of Kavitha Ramaraj last night knowing there is awesome power and healing in the Name of Jesus.

May you come to know the Name of Jesus and His power to save you! Amen!

"Nurturingly Always Messiah Emancipates!"(N.A.M.E.)/"What significance do you give a N.A.M.E in life?"

Prayer:
Dear Lord Jesus, thank you so much for being my Lord and Personal Savior. Thank you Lord you came into this world to save. We are saved by you when we turn to you. Thank you so much Lord that I learned about the significance of a name especially your Name and the power behind it. Your Name has the power to change lives. Thank you that we are loved and special in your sight. Thank you that you call us by Name. Help us Oh Lord for the glory and honor of your Name. Deliver us and save us. Thank you so much Jesus! In Your Name I Pray Jesus! Amen!

Lord Jesus, You are my all in all. You are my Prince of Peace, Rock, Savior, and Friend. You are my Holy Father guiding me through to live a life of righteousness, holy righteousness. Oh God, I need you more than ever. I need to feel your hands around me holding me tight. I need your love to surround me so that you can glow in my life. Help me please Jesus. I desire in your presence. Thank you for guiding me to live a life of righteousness. Oh God you love me more than ever. You hear my voice when I cry out to you. When I seek your face, you fill me up. You are my all in all. Thank you Jesus so much for your help no matter what I face, your grace is available and you take my case. Thank you for hearing us and answering us. In Your Name I Pray Jesus! AMEN! (Most of the prayer is from a vineyard song called “All in All”)

Pray the prayer below or use your own words to invite Jesus Christ into your life and have a personal relationship with Him. Now is the time of Salvation. Don't wait. 

Prayer:
Dear Jesus, I believe that Father God sent you to earth for us, to die for our sin on a rugged cross where your blood was shed to save us! Then you came back to life and now sit at the right hand of the Father.  

Thank you when I was sick with soul sickness, you purchased me by your blood which alone can cleanse me of all my sin and make me your child that I can belong to. It is my sin that separated me from God and you became the bridge for me to cross over to God because of what you did on the cross for me. Thank you so much Jesus. Even when my sin made me so dirty on the inside and attacks of Satan have wounded me, you did not abandon me but came for me. I am never out of your love and never out of your reach. Thank you so much Jesus.

I do believe Father God for all that Jesus did for me. Jesus, I know  you care for me and laid down your life for me on the cross to give me new life as you shed your blood for me to wash away all my sins. Your Blood became the transfusion for those of us wounded by Satan. I accept the transfusion! Your blood heals all the wounded areas to give us a new life cleansing us of our sin. Thank you so much Jesus.

I want that new life that you offer so I turn to you now as a sheep that has gone astray and ask for your forgiveness of all my sins! Wash me in your precious cleansing blood. Thank you for washing me in your Blood. Please come dwell in my heart and save me Jesus. Deliver me Oh Good Shepherd! Thank you for your free gift of grace! I know you can save me when I turn to you and ask you to be my Lord and Personal Savior.  I want you to stay with me Jesus in my heart and make my heart your home so I can always have you as my Lord and Personal Savior who will guide my path.  Please fill me with the Holy Spirit and lead me in the right paths when I go the wrong way so I can be led to green pastures. I love you Jesus! Thank you for making my heart your home, for living in me Jesus and I will live for you and serve you the rest of the days of my life. I acknowledge you Jesus as my Lord and Personal Savior believing in my heart that God raised you from the dead. Thank you for coming back to life to save me. Thank you for being the Lamb of God. Thank you for being my Lord and Personal Savior and changing me. Thank you for filling me with the Holy Spirit and I believe you who began a good work in me will finish it to completion. I give myself to you, all that I am and ask you to make something of my life. Thank you Jesus so much. Thank you have heard my prayer and answered me. In Your Name I Pray Jesus! Amen!

You may have felt something, you may have not, but the important thing to know is that Jesus Christ is in your life! Don't just go by feelings.

If you have prayed this prayer and meant it genuinely in your heart, you made one of the most important decisions in your life. Please let me know as I would like to send you a free booklet or give it to you in person, to help you in your daily walk with the Lord. I have read this booklet more than 20 times.

Feel free to email me at reddy4hisglory@gmail.com if you want to meet to study the Bible, pray with, talk about Spiritual issues or whatever is on your mind! My number is 412-641-9426

"This is my work and I can do it only because Christ's mighty energy is at work within me." (Colossians 1:29, TLB)

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ADVENT DEVOTIONALS:

Matthew 1:20: "Why expect a M.I.R.A.C.L.E in your life this Christmas season?"By Ramesh C. Reddy (Dec 18,18, 6:45 a.m.)

Matthew 1:20: "What has a D.R.E.A.M revealed to you?"By Ramesh C. Reddy (Dec 17,18, 5:29 a.m.)

PREVIOUS DEVOTIONALS:

A-Z things being thankful to the Lord Jesus for in Nov 2014 - Nov 2015 By Ramesh C. Reddy (Nov 24, 2016)

A-Z things being thankful to the Lord Jesus for in Nov 2014 - Nov 2015 By Ramesh C. Reddy (Nov 26, 2015)

A-Z things being thankful to the Lord Jesus for in Nov 2013 - Nov 2014 By Ramesh C. Reddy (Nov 27, 2014)

A-Z things being thankful to the Lord Jesus for in Nov 2012 - Nov 2013 By Ramesh C. Reddy (Nov 28, 2013)

A-Z things being thankful to the Lord Jesus for in Nov 2011 - Nov 2012 By Ramesh C. Reddy(Nov 22, 2012)

"Why can you only be saved by G.R.A.C.E alone?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (Sept 08, 18, 10:55 a.m.)

"Why be C.O.N.F.I.D.E.N.T in the Lord?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (Aug 14, 18, 10:58 a.m.)

"How can you attain a P.A.R.T.N.E.R.S.H.I.P in the Gospel?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (Aug 08, 18, 11:46 a.m.)

"How will others R.E.A.C.T towards God when they remember you?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (Aug 06, 18, 10:17 a.m.)

"Why bother to let others T.R.A.I.N you when you are already a leader? By Ramesh C. Reddy (Aug 04, 18, 10:35 a.m.)

"When do you B.L.E.S.S others in life?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (Aug 03, 18, 07:36 a.m.)

"Why should you believe you are H.O.L.Y instead of a sinner in life?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (Aug 02, 18, 08:23 a.m.)

"Who Will You Be A S.L.A.V.E to in life?"By Ramesh C. Reddy (Aug 01, 18, 09:37 a.m.)

"What role does the word R.E.P.E.N.T play in your life?"By Ramesh C. Reddy (April 19, 18, 10:01 a.m.)

"What is your view of T.I.M.I.N.G  in life?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (March 09, 18, 10:21 a.m.)

Mark 1:12-13: "How Do You Handle T.E.M.P.T.A.T.I.O.N in life?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (March 08, 18, 09:57 a.m.)

Mark 1:12-13: "What determines your G.R.O.W.T.H in the Lord?"By Ramesh C. Reddy (March 07, 18, 10:37 a.m.)

Mark 1:10-11: "Who will you P.R.A.I.S.E publicly today in life?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (March 06, 18, 10:02 a.m.)

Mark 1:9: "What will you take a S.T.A.N.D for in life?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (March 03, 18, 10:39 a.m.)

Mark 1:4-8: "Who do you P.O.I.N.T to in life?"By Ramesh C. Reddy (March 03, 18, 10:39 a.m.)

Mark 1:1-4: "Why bother seriously with P.R.O.P.H.E.C.Y everyday?" By Ramesh C. Reddy (Jan 04, 18, 7:19 p.m.)

 

 
   
 

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