See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are {1 John 3:1a}.
“What’s in a name?” Arguably the most famous quote from Shakespeare, this question appears in Romeo and Juliet. Although Juliet doesn’t see the importance of a name, the truth is quite different.
What’s in a name? Everything. That’s why we chose A New Name as our June Scripture Writing Plan theme.
A New Name: Why It Matters
As the church, God has called us. In fact, the Greek word for church is ekklēsia, which means, “the called out.” Our name matters because God gave it to us. It’s a sign that we belong to Him.
If any of you ladies have been through the adoption process, you know how important a name is. When a child is adopted into a family, that child receives the family name. Along with that comes all the benefits, blessings, duties, and responsibilities of that family.
As we write through God’s Word this month, we’ll encounter God naming man and sharing His name with man. We’ll see His plan for adopting us as fellow heirs with Christ and giving us a new name–His name.
Our Identity in Christ: An UPDATED Bible Study
To go along with this month’s Scripture Writing Plan, we’re offering an updated study, Our Identity in Christ – and it’s on sale for $5 for a limited time! (Follow that last link to get the sale price automatically!) In this Bible study challenge, you’ll get five Bible-based (printable) lessons, including:
- Can I See Some ID? — a study of the Prodigal Son and what that means for us today
- What’s in a Name? — properly cherishing and living up to our Christian name
- Stolen Identity — protecting and renewing confidence in our identity
- Mirror, Mirror — what we see and what God sees in our reflection
- Plus a NEW BONUS LESSON on Gender Identity — exploring gender in light of God’s Word (to be added to the study mid-month!)
Beyond the lessons, you’ll get some lovely graphic goodies, themed worksheets for your kiddos, extra activity ideas and a separate, additional Scripture writing plan! If you’re ready to get started on this helpful & fun Bible study, you can sign up for Our Identity in Christ here (and get the sale price for a limited time here)
And if you need a special journal for writing those Scriptures, some encouraging Scripture cards (or these!), or a cute T-shirt, visit our Etsy shop to find these goodies and more. 😄 {And yes, anything purchased in our shop definitely helps us to keep our site running smoothly! THANK YOU for your purchases, sisters! 🥰}
Of course, don’t forget to download the free Scripture Writing Plan for June: A New Name (via Dropbox). As always, all of our Scripture Writing Plans come with 31 days so you can use them ANY month. If you’re following along with us for June, you’ll just get an extra day of nourishment. 😉
I hope this month brings you a renewed sense of identity by resting in the name above all names. Blessings, lovelies.💗 ~Kelly
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