2000-10-01 Your Name

How can you tell whether you genuinely know God personally versus merely using His name as a religious formula? What evidence in your life demonstrates that you recognize God as your provider, peace-giver, shepherd, healer, and righteousness? This foundational message explores why "hallowed be thy name" replaces self-improvement prayers with recognition of God's character revealed through His biblical names. From the embarrassing "Uncle Bob" car dealer story to the systematic exploration of Jehovah Jireh, Jehovah Shalom, and other divine names, discover why knowing God's true character transforms prayer from religious performance into authentic relationship with the name above every name.