God's Holy Name

The ancient Hebrew scholars so revered God that they wouldn't even allow themselves to speak his name. In reading the scriptures, they would pause rather than let the name of the Almighty pass through sinful, human lips.

The scribes who recorded the scriptures used a brand new pen and then discarded it whenever they came to the name Jahweh. That's how sacred God's name was to them.

Compare that to our society. We hear the precious names of God and Jesus blasphemed in our homes, offices, schools, media, sporting events--all around us. How sad that must make God.


Challenge: if you've developed the loose habit of using God's name disrespectfully or flippantly, discipline yourself to eliminate this from your speech. Make a pact with all your family members to make yours a household that honors the name of God. Be aware of opportunities to speak up gently and ask others not to dirty the name of your God.

Today: think Hebrew concerning the holiness of God and reverence his name.