Scripture Reading: Genesis 15:1-6, Exodus 4:10-16, Deuteronomy 10:17-21, Matthew 14:22-32, John 20:24-29, 1 Corinthians 8:5-6, Revelation 17:14
In this reading plan, we are learning more about God by studying the names given to Him in Scripture. Each day, you’ll come here to read the description of the name we’re studying today and a brief explanation of how God’s character is seen through His name. (Remember that because the Bible was originally written in Hebrew and Greek, some of God’s names are written in the English form of His name from their original language.) You can then head to today’s passages to see how this name functions in Scripture.
LORD: A title of honor, respecting the authority and ruling power of God
In the Old Testament, adonay, or “lord,” was a common way to refer to God. It comes from the word used to describe human masters who ruled over servants. The Israelites used it verbally instead of pronouncing the name Yahweh, and it communicated their reverence for the Holy God of Israel as their ruler and ultimate authority. Adonay is a reminder that we serve a holy, sovereign God who is Lord over all.
Kurios, or “lord” in the New Testament, was used to show respect to people with authority, like emperors or masters. It is used to describe both God the Father and Jesus the Son in the New Testament. In the Gospels, Jesus’s followers called Him by this name as a sign of honor. In Paul’s letters, he used the word as a title for the risen Jesus. “Lord Jesus Christ” became a primary way to refer to Him, implying He shares the authority of the God of Israel. Kurios is a powerful name of honor for Jesus.
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Adonai by Avolon Lyrics
One single drop of rain
Your salty tear became blue ocean
One tiny grain of sand
Turning in your hand a world in motion
You’re out beyond the furthest Morning Star
Close enough to hold me in Your arms
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Adonai
I lift up my heart and I cry
My Adonai
You are the Maker of each moment
Father of my hope and freedom
Oh, my Adonai
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One timid faithful knock
Resounds upon the Rock of Ages
One trembling heart and soul
Becomes a servant bold and courageous
You call across the mountains and the seas
I answer from the deepest part of me
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Adonai
I lift up my heart and I cry
My Adonai
You are the Maker of each moment
Father of my hope and freedom
Oh, my Adonai
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Oh, from age to age you reign in Majesty
And today You’re making miracles in me
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Adonai
I lift up my heart and I cry
My Adonai
You are the Maker of each moment
Oh, Father of my hope and freedom
Oh, my Adonai
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My young mama’s situation has more movement, praying for things to be finalized today.
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KIRA H. – praying your SIL gets the help she needs.
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He is the ultimate authority! Therefore, God elevated him to the highest form of honor and gave him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is LORD, to the glory of God the Father.”
Philippians 2:9-11 NLT
This old song came to mind when I saw LORD..
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Lord you have my heart
And I will search for yours
Jesus take my life and lead me on.
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Lord you have my heart
And I will search for yours
Let me be to you a sacrifice.
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And I will praise you Lord
(Ladies) I will praise you Lord
(Men) And I will sing of love come down
(Ladies) I will sing of love come down
(Men) And as you show your face
(Ladies) Show your face
(Together) We’ll see your glory here.
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Indeed LORD, I will praise you, always and a day, I will praise and glorify YOU..
YOU are LORD, of all..
Glory, Glory, Glory..
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Amen..
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Happy Wednesday, my dears..
Much, much love, covered in prayers for all..♥️