Get to Know Home With Grace and Joy!
Have you ever thought about the meaning of names? In Biblical days, a name had true meaning! That is the case for this site. Take a look with me, and get to know Home With Grace and Joy.
Let’s look closely at the name, “Home with Grace and Joy” to see where it comes from and the character behind it.
In today’s times, things are a little different when it comes to choosing names for our children. Unless it is a family name, we tend to choose names we like.
Sometimes we name them after people who have special places in our hearts.
Other times we may find ourselves looking through a book full of baby names to get ideas. Why do you think I have this book? The name I wanted was already taken in the family.😂
I hate to even admit this, but sometimes we DON’T name them a specific name because it brings a negative thought of someone to mind.
Biblical Names
In Biblical times, names were very important! The names of their ancestors were not only important, but they also had meaning. Therefore, what they named their children was important to them and the generations to come.
In Genesis chapter 26, Isaac even named three wells according to what was happening at the time – Quarrel, Hostility, and Open Spaces. They also named their children according to what was going on at the time.
Jacob literally means, “He grasps the heel,” and that is exactly what he was doing to his twin brother Easu when they were born.
Before Rachel died in childbirth having Benjamin, she named him Ben-oni which means, “Son of My Sorrow.” Luckily, his father changed it to Benjamin, “Son of My Right Hand.”
There are many other examples in the Bible. I challenge you to look them up and share them in the comments.
Get to Know Home With Grace and Joy
Many people have asked me where I came up with the name “Home with Grace and Joy.”
I even have people assume that my name is Grace. That is not the case.
“A name represents identity, a deep feeling and holds tremendous significance to its owner.” Rachel Ingber
There are two women who I love dearly who are very appropriately named – Grace and Joy! This is where the name comes from. It is a very small way to honor these two special women. You can read more about the name here.
Grace
My grandmother Grace, was truly a definition of grace! She showed me how to love, give, forgive, and care for my family. I still miss her, but oh the memories and impact she made!
Her legacy carries on today through all of the lives she touched. She truly showered us all with blessings!
Joy
I am also very blessed to have my mom, Joy, who is a picture of happiness and kindness. Because this is the core of who she is, she brings joy to the people around her. I have never met anyone who knew her that thought otherwise.
She is always thinking of others and how they might feel. Jay witnessed this after she had surgery a few years ago. He was amazed at his mother-in-law!
What’s in a Name
So again, I come back to the same question, “What’s in a name?” I guess it is really about the character of a person. Sometimes the names just happen to match up with character.
“Names are the sweetest and most important sound in any language.” Dale Carnegie
What a blessing that the Lord knows us and calls us by name!
Join Me
I would love for you to join me each week as we take a look at the legacy of faith, family, and food, that came from Grace and Joy.
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Please continue to join me each week as I share how Grace and Joy have impacted my life and as I try to carry on the legacy they started. I hope you truly get to know Home With Grace and Joy.
Until next time,
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“But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.” Acts 20:24
