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Throughout the Bible, God renamed key individuals. For example, God changed the name of Abram (meaning “exalted father”) to Abraham (“father of many”; see Genesis 17:5). Here God changed the name of Jacob (meaning “he deceives”) to Israel (“he struggles with God”).
In Biblical times, a person’s name often reflected that person’s character. A change in a name meant that the person had changed — either internally or in relationship with another person. Today when a person decides to put complete trust in Christ, God sees that person in a new light. In a sense, God changes that person’s name to reflect the change in the relationship between himself and that person.
As he did with Abram and Jacob, he’s ready to offer you a new spiritual identity.
Taken from NIV The Journey Bible
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About this Plan
Learn more about the Bible and God's love with this year-long devotional. This 365-day reading plan includes passages that have been collected from a variety of NIV (New International Version) Bibles and devotionals, and it features verses from throughout the Bible. These daily readings will provide you with insight and wisdom as you explore the word of God each day.
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