Thinking upon his name

Then they that feared the LORD spake often one to another: and the LORD hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before him for them that feared the LORD, and that thought upon his name. (Malachi 3:16) *1/ They that thought upon his name. 2/ Thoughts upon his name. 3/ What the Lord says concerning them that thought upon his name.* **Sermon summary:** This sermon centers on those, who by grace, fear God, speak often with fellow believers, and meditate on His holy name. Drawing from Malachi 3:16 and key passages in Exodus, Isaiah, and the New Testament, it emphasizes that true faith is marked by reverent awe—neither slavish nor careless—evidenced in the lives of Old Testament saints who treasured God's presence, as seen in Moses' encounter with the burning bush and the prophetic names of Christ such as Emmanuel, Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. The preacher underscores that those who fear the Lord, commune in spiritual fellowship, and dwell on His names are not forgotten by God, but are written in His book of remembrance and will be claimed as His own jewels, spared in the day of judgment. Through a pastoral and deeply encouraging tone, the sermon calls believers to cultivate a life of holy reflection, intimate fellowship, and unwavering trust in Christ's redeeming names, assuring them of divine recognition and eternal security.