Ever thought of the circumstances in which Jesus hears his name spoken? First by Mary right after he was born. Also, at his baptism, when God declares him to be His Son, the Beloved. A name represents a sense of belonging. My grandmother called me, "Dahling." My mother calls me "Katy Bug." My grandchildren call me "Grammy." Oh sure, I heard my full given name plenty of times when I messed up, but even that means I belonged and someone cared. You are God's child. You belong!
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