A Good Name
A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.
-Proverbs 22:1 (NIV)
Immanuel Kant once said,"It is not necessary that whilst I live I live happily; but it is necessary that so long as I live I should live honorably." Is this true, or is this some old-fashioned view of values? Many would rather have a shiny, new car than an untarnished reputation.
What are some examples of treasured names?
-John, the apostle, was called "the disciple whom Jesus loved."
-David was called "a man after God's own heart."
-Abraham was called "the friend of God."
-Abraham Lincoln was called "Honest Abe."
Just think of the many people through the ages who, at the very mention of their name, make you think of the good that they stood for or fought for: Mother Teresa, Florence Nightingale, Corrie ten Boom, Elisabeth Elliot, and Billy Graham. But there are so many others whose names are not famous, but in their little sphere of influence they have a good name, a great reputation. They have a name for being a prayer warrior, or they have a name for being a faithful friend, or a name for being true to their word. What is the name others would choose for you? What would you like it to be?
"A good name is more desirable than great riches."
Live it Out!
What is your reputation? Are you known as a good listener, a friend to the underdog, compassionate and tenderhearted, faithful and diligent, a ray of God's sunshine, lover of the Word, someone with a heart for the lost? I don't know about you, but oh, how I would love to be each of these to at least somebody every day. One of the great secrets of leaving behind us a trail of kindness and goodness is having a deep desire to please the Lord. David said, "I take joy in doing your will, my God, for your instructions are written on my heart" (Psalm 40:8).
The One Year Wisdom for Women Devotional; by Debbi Bryson; August 25; p. 248
If we desire to have a good reputation, we need look no further than the Word of God. May we always consider how our words and attitudes affect others, especially those in our closest circle of influence. And may we always strive to make each day count for the good of others and the glory of God.
-Proverbs 22:1 (NIV)
What are some examples of treasured names?
-John, the apostle, was called "the disciple whom Jesus loved."
-David was called "a man after God's own heart."
-Abraham was called "the friend of God."
-Abraham Lincoln was called "Honest Abe."
Just think of the many people through the ages who, at the very mention of their name, make you think of the good that they stood for or fought for: Mother Teresa, Florence Nightingale, Corrie ten Boom, Elisabeth Elliot, and Billy Graham. But there are so many others whose names are not famous, but in their little sphere of influence they have a good name, a great reputation. They have a name for being a prayer warrior, or they have a name for being a faithful friend, or a name for being true to their word. What is the name others would choose for you? What would you like it to be?
"A good name is more desirable than great riches."
Live it Out!
What is your reputation? Are you known as a good listener, a friend to the underdog, compassionate and tenderhearted, faithful and diligent, a ray of God's sunshine, lover of the Word, someone with a heart for the lost? I don't know about you, but oh, how I would love to be each of these to at least somebody every day. One of the great secrets of leaving behind us a trail of kindness and goodness is having a deep desire to please the Lord. David said, "I take joy in doing your will, my God, for your instructions are written on my heart" (Psalm 40:8).
The One Year Wisdom for Women Devotional; by Debbi Bryson; August 25; p. 248
If we desire to have a good reputation, we need look no further than the Word of God. May we always consider how our words and attitudes affect others, especially those in our closest circle of influence. And may we always strive to make each day count for the good of others and the glory of God.
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