Now the Lord God had formed out of the ground all the beasts of the field and all the birds of the air. He brought them to the man to see what he would name them; and whatever the man called each living creature, that was its name. Genesis 2:19
The authority to name... Who has it? Parents name their children. An inventor names his inventions. A songwriter names his songs.
Just think about it - God gave man the power to name all of creation. With this authority and power comes great responsibility. Do we take this power seriously? With a name or a word, we can curse or we can bless - because God has given us the power to do so.
Lord, help me to grasp the awesome responsibility of calling others out - of naming them - of blessing them. My children gain their identity from what I call them. My wife is either built up or torn down by the power of my words. Let others hear Your voice when I am speaking; let them see Your hands when I serve.
Name me what You choose, Father. I am Yours.