What scriptures stress God's name recall?
Which other scriptures emphasize remembering God's name for spiritual growth?

Psalm 119:55—Remembering That Fuels Obedience

“In the night, O LORD, I remember Your name, that I may keep Your law.”

• The psalmist links memory of God’s name to a life that gladly obeys. What Scripture calls us to remember, it also empowers us to live.


Why Remembering God’s Name Grows Us

• Identity – We are His people; His name marks us.

• Security – His name is a refuge when fears rise.

• Direction – His revealed character shapes our choices.

• Worship – Meditation on His name stirs praise and gratitude.

• Witness – A heart full of His name naturally overflows to others.


Old Testament Foundations

Exodus 3:15 – “This is My name forever, and this is how I am to be remembered in every generation.”

Proverbs 18:10 – “The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.”

Psalm 20:7 – “Some trust in chariots… but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.”

Psalm 30:4 – “Sing to the LORD… and praise His holy name.”

Psalm 63:4 – “In Your name I will lift my hands.”

Psalm 103:1-2 – “Bless His holy name… do not forget all His kind deeds.”

Psalm 145:2 – “Every day I will bless You, and I will praise Your name forever and ever.”

Isaiah 12:4 – “Proclaim His name! … declare that His name is exalted.”

Malachi 3:16 – “A book of remembrance was written… for those who feared the LORD and honored His name.”


New Testament Fulfillment

John 17:6 – “I have revealed Your name to those You have given Me.”

Acts 4:12 – “There is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.”

Philippians 2:9-11 – “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow… every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.”

Colossians 3:17 – “Whatever you do… do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.”

2 Timothy 2:19 – “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.”

Hebrews 13:15 – “Let us continually offer… the fruit of lips that confess His name.”


Putting It into Daily Rhythm

• Speak His name aloud when anxiety hits—remind your soul whose you are.

• Weave His name into songs, journal entries, and conversations.

• Memorize a “name” verse each week; let it guide prayer and choices.

• Trace how each day’s obedience flows from trusting His character revealed in His name.

How does recalling God's name relate to keeping His law in daily life?
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