1 Chronicles 4:9-10 There was a man named Jabez who was more honorable than any of his brothers. His mother named him Jabez because his birth had been so painful. He was the one who prayed to the God of Israel, “Oh, that you would bless me and expand my territory! Please be with me in all that I do, and keep me from all trouble and pain!” And God granted him his request.
Jabez knew his name was not in line with how God perceived him. His mum had named him Jabez for she bore him in pain. Jabez did not want his name to dictate the course of his life, he did not want pain after pain. Therefore he prayed for all the good things in life that could subdue trouble and pain. He asked God for what he believed should be a right description of him - 'a blessed man.' God granted his request, hence his becoming more honourable than his brothers.
What you call yourself will attract certain things to you or repel certain things from you. Don't let people tease you with titles that are negative, even if playfully. Titles like 'loser,' and 'monster' are not appropriate for a child of God who is a conqueror through Christ Jesus. Embrace good names and words. For names describe a thing or person. Your name should define who you are as a child of God.
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