When God Changes Your Name

Summary

Elder Michael Goans delivers a sermon on the biblical significance of God changing a person's name, focusing on Genesis 32:28 where Jacob's name is changed to Israel. He explains that name changes in the Bible often mark a transformation by grace, a prophecy of future purpose, or a depiction of the character God intends to develop. Using examples like Saul to Paul, Abram to Abraham, and Simon to Peter, Goans emphasizes that these changes reflect God's work in a person's life and character. The sermon encourages believers to persevere in faith and recognize that spiritual growth is a process guided by God's grace.