The One Who Lives Up To His Name
We began an Advent study on the names of Jesus tonight, and I was reminded once again of why I love my Savior.
The Word Made Flesh, the Son of David, the Lion of Judah; I adore Him.
The True Vine, the Bread of Life, the Rock; I delight in Him.
Mighty Counselor, Prince of Peace, the Lamb of God; I need Him.
None of the gifts or the gala can fill the hole in my heart like the One who is fully whole and wholly God.
None of the glitz or the goodwill can speak hope into my darkness like the One who needs nothing and offers everything.
Jesus has a name to meet my every need.
And tonight, I want to thank Him for living up to His name.
All of His names.
All of the time.
The One Who Lives
Up to His Name
When the pace of life has depleted my soul,
And my passion and vision has waned,
I receive all I need from El Shaddai.
I serve a God who lives up to his name.
When the battle is daunting and fear presses in,
Victory is mine to claim.
Jehovah Nissa is my banner held high.
I serve a God who lives up to his name.
When a storm is raging deep in my heart,
And worry begins its sly game,
Jehovah Shalom quiets my soul.
I serve a God who lives up to his name.
When the threads of my life unravel and fray
I draw strength from my Father’s acclaim.
El Elyon works all things for good.
I serve a God who lives up to his name.
When I’ve wondered too far from my shepherd’s staff,
And my spirit is wounded and lame,
Jehovah Raah gently carries me home.
I serve a God who lives up to his name.
When I’m feeling inadequate; can’t measure up,
And I’ve no successes to claim,
El Elohim says, “You are my masterpiece.”
I serve a God who lives up to his name.
When sin chokes my soul and I’m naked with guilt,
His righteousness covers my shame.
Jehovah Tsidkenu clothes me in grace.
I serve a God who lives up to name.
Almighty Creator,
Most High Sovereignty,
The Shepherd and Healer
Who sanctifies me;
My Peace and my Promise,
Provision Assured,
The Lord of all Hosts,
He’s the true Living Word.
Alpha, Omega,
Beginning and End,
Wonderful, Counselor,
Comforter, Friend,
He’s Abba, my Father.
He’s Sweet Victory.
Redeemer, Messiah,
He’s all things to me.
He’s captured my heart.
I’m no longer the same.
I’m in love with the One
Who lives up to His name.
-Alicia Bruxvoort, 2003
Praising Jesus for all of this…
1633. Playing boys vs girls basketball on our newly painted driveway court1634. Brown grass blazing orange in the hues of sunset
1635. Baby toys unearthed for a playdate- coffee brewed and conversation shared.
1636. Ushering in the Advent season with my daughters in the prayer tower in the dark of night….the gift of belonging to a body of believers who believe int the power of prayer.
1637. Testimony from a preacher who travels the world, “I’ve got to tell you that across the globe, JESUS IS WINNING!”
1638. Re-connecting with a precious friend from grade school- sharing tales of faith- experiencing oneness of heart- partnering in ministry for an evening- grace upon grace!
1639. The joy of launching into the Christmas season with the beautiful women at “Catch A Glimpse”- an evening of worship and laughter and truth. And Jesus was there wooing us all 🙂
1640. Hugs when I returned from my travels. Maggie- “I love you so much I might scream!”
Happily linking with Ann for multitude mondays, laura for playdates with god, jen for soli deo gloria.
Happily linking with Ann for multitude mondays, laura for playdates with god, jen for soli deo gloria.
love your poem! and the whole perspective of this post..thank you!
Alicia! I did not know you were a poet too! So sweet, my friend. I love the richness of the many names of our savior. What a great way to journey through Advent. Love to you.
What a beautiful post!
Reading through the names brings peace to your soul, and knowing that you are known at such an intimate level by God is amazing! There is a name for every situation you could find yourself in.
Blessings to you sweet friend.
Thank you for sharing this…oh, I love the names of God. Beautiful and honest poem.
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Thanks, friends. Of all the poems I’ve scribbled over the years, this is a favorite- mostly because it was born out of my own crying out to Him and finding His names DO hold when the rest of the world is shaking beneath my feet.
just a beautiful reminder of All He is to us…His humble greatness…thanks for this glorious post~
Oh goodness– this is AWESOME Alicia!! I absolutely love the concept of this post AND the incredible poem. You are very talented, my friend. THANK YOU for sharing this with me– I’m going to keep this poem as a reminder for sure.
Blessings to you!
Thank you for reminding me of these Beautiful Names ie. Jesus.
Fondly,
Glenda