Quick Cultural Note: When a man's wife has their firstborn son his name changes. For example when our friend, Jamal, had a little boy, Abdullah, his name became Abu Abdullah or "father of Abdullah." His son is called Abdullah bin Jamal or "son of Jamal." Just think about these implications. A man's actions have implications for his son and likewise a boy's actions have ramifications for his father because they carry one another's name. Did you catch that? I find it astounding!
As a son, I carry my Father's Name with me everywhere I go. My actions, my speech and even my thoughts impact His reputation. If my neighbors hear me arguing with my wife or see me hitting my children or if my friends witness me being intoxicated or high or if my coworkers watch me lie and cheat to get ahead their opinion of my Father is influenced. What a grave responsibility!
At the same time it is so encouraging to know that Dad carries my name around as well. I am constantly on His mind and He is always seeking the best for me.
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