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RE: BIBLE DOCTRINE SURVEY - NAMES OF GOD Nr. 3

Hi @hope777, I'm really enjoying your Bible doctrine posts! I would have to say there are two names here that I relate to the most: Yaweh-Jireh (The-Lord-Will-Provide) and Yaweh-Raah (The-Lord-Our-Shepherd).

I wrote a post a few days ago detailing how I came to know God as Yaweh-Jireh through what I like to call my "$100(US) Story." The essence of that story is that at times in which I could give to help others, I chose to do so. Later, when I found myself in need, God gave back to me 100x more than I had given away. I learned that God loves a cheerful giver, you can't out-give God, and "for everyone who knows the good he should do and does not do it, sins." (James 4:17)

Throughout my life, Yaweh-Raah has been teaching me the role of a shepherd. In fact, my screen name, "poimen," is the Greek word for shepherd. My life experiences, jobs, and education can all be understood in the context of this one word. Therefore, I understand clearly that "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations." (Jeremiah 1:5)

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Dear @poimenpost thank you for your in-depth reply and valuable contribution. I still have to check that post out.