Melek

 

    Melek (meh-lek) is מֶלֶךְ in Hebrew. It means king.  It is used over 2,500 of times in the Old Testament alone.  However, the name was not just for God.  There were several human kings in the Bible too.  It describes God a ruler, monarch, reigning over the Heavens and Earth.  It indicates that God is the sovereign ruler of His people.  Her has complete authority.  That means he is  over human rulers too.

    Melek calls His people to submit to human authority unless they go against what He has ordered.  To submit to His authority in the right way you have to submit to human authority.  You don't have to like them or agree with them, but you do have to honor the place God put them.  Remember nothing last forever, but God.

    Melek used for God is the supreme ruler.  He doesn't make mistakes.  He does not ignore people.  He is present.  He cares.  He will take care of His people's needs.  He will set things in order.  He has the final say.  Remember that He will bring order to all the chaos in the world in His timing.  Have faith that He will protect you and will intervene when needed.  Wait patiently for Him to deliver.

    When you pray using the name Melek you are submitting to God's authority.  It may be a struggle to follow human leaders, so you can call out to Melek for help.  Ask God for perspective, but trust that the people serve a purpose.  He doesn't just throw anyone into leadership even if it may look like it.  Submitting to authority takes trust.  If you are struggling, then pray for Him to guide you toward trust.  Ask Him how you can serve Him as a faithful Citizen of Heaven.  Ask Him to lead your life and make it victorious over evil.  

Psalm 5:1-3, 10:15-18, 44:4-8, Isaiah 6:5, 9:6-7, Jeremiah 38:7-13, Zechariah 14:9, Luke 17:20-21, & Hebrews 10:19-22

Migdal-Oz

 

    Migdal-Oz (Mig-DAHL Ohz) is מִגְדַּל עֹז in Hebrew.  It means "Tower of Strength" or "Strong Tower.  The name describes God as a strong tower or fortress that protects His people.  It is best known being used in Proverbs 18:10.  God is the absolute place for safety.  Unlike man made protection, He is secure.  His defense will not fail.

    The first time Migdal-Oz was used was in Judges.  In those days cities had tall thick walls to protect them.  When they called God the name Migdal-Oz they recognized His importance in their lives to keep them safe and protected.  Nothing and no one can get past God's protection.  When you are protected by God you are heavily fortified.  He is the first and final refuge for your life and soul.

    When you pray using the name Migdal-Oz you are seeking God's secure defense.  You trust Him to be your safe place.  Like a child you go to Him as your hiding spot from the world.  You cry out to Him when you need a little hope.  He is the foundation of your faith.  If you believe that, then you can trust that He will take care of your problems.  He will take care of your spiritual and emotional needs.  At times He will deliver on your physical needs, but your are stronger when your spiritual and emotional needs are taken care of.

    Migdal-Oz is your personal refuge, but He should not be used until you are desperate or in despair.  God to Him before things get bad.  It will help you navigate your part much easier.  Sometimes He just wants you to rest in your faith and let Him handle it altogether.  Other times, He will direct you to do a small part in a bigger picture.  Remember that if you are under His protection and following obediently, then there is nothing to fear.  God is your advantage point in your battle or struggle.

Judges 9:50-53, Psalms 61:1-4, Proverbs 18:10

Yahweh Magen

 

    Yahweh Magen (Yah-way mah-GEN) also called Jehovah Magen is יְהוָה מָגֵן in Hebrew.  It means "the Lord is my Shield" or "the Lord my Protector".  Magen means shields, covering, buckler, or defensive armor.  The name appears 63 times in the Hebrew Bible.  God gave Himself this name when talking to Abram so that he would not be afraid to do what God was asking him to do. 

    The name  Yahweh Magen references God's battle stance to protect His people.  He is your defender and constant protector that stands between you and all the evil that could happen to you.  He is not afraid or intimidated by battle.  You can trust Him to be there in times of trouble.  He will be close and His armor is strong.  This name requires trust while remembering God's promises to be encouraged.  Trusting in God in hard times will lead to reward.

    Give your stressors, anxiety, and worry over to God.  You can battle them by looking at all the good that He does in your life and all the gifts that He has given you, but you can't stop them completely on your own.  You need Yahweh Magen to protect your mind and spirit.  Without Him you will be depleted by what it cost you mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.  It will eventually affect you physically, but you don't have to go down that path.  Give it to God as it comes upon you.  Rest in your hope of salvation here and now, not just for eternity.

    When you pray using the name Yahweh Magen you are seeking personal coverage from evil.  The battle is more than you can take on yourself.  You may have people that support you and prayer partners, but they still do not compare to what God can do.  Lean on them, but rely on God to handle the battle.  You cannot do spiritual warfare without God.  If it is a trial, then ask Him to reveal the truths that you need to see.  If it is tribulation, then ask for protection to get through unscathed.

Genesis 15:1, Psalms 3:3-4, 28:6-7, 33:20-22, 84:10-12, & Proverbs 30:5-6

Boker Lo Avoc

 

    Boker (bo-ker) Lo (low) Avoc (ah-vot) means Morning, Good Morning.  Boker is בוקר in Hebrew.  Boker Lo Avoc can be translated as Morning without Clouds as a name for Jesus.  Boker means "Morning" or "Dawn".  Boker Lo Avoc together describes Jesus as what motivates you to get up in the morning with excitement.  

    Boker Lo Avoc describes Jesus as the one that provides for your daily needs.  He is the root of your faith.  He is the light in your life that breaks through the darkness.  He brings renewal with every morning.  He brings order from chaos.  That way when evening comes you do not have to be afraid.  When you are with Jesus there are no clouds.  There is nothing to fear.  There is no darkness.  

    Pray using the name Boker Lo Avoc to seek clarity in the chaos of your life.  Inspect your life to see where you caused it to go wrong and go to Jesus on how to fix it.  Sometimes bad things happen and you did not do anything wrong.  It is hard to understand, but do not forget that God will use it and make things right.  

    Being in the presence of  Boker Lo Avoc instantly changes your priorities.  Life may stay the same or even get harder, but it is better.  You become the light in the world as you represent him.  The light he gives you brings peace and hope.  Following Jesus allows you to shine because you have been set apart from the world.

Genesis 1:3-5, Exodus 16:21-23, Leviticus 6:8-13, 2 Samuel 23:2-4, Psalm 30:4-7, 143:7-12, Isaiah 33:1-4, 50:4-6, & Lamentations 3:22-24

Yahweh Shammah

 

    Yahweh Shammah (yah-WEH SHAM-mah) or Jehovah Shammah (jeh-HO-vah SHAM-mah) is יְהוָֹה שָׁמָּה in Hebrew.  It means "the Lord is There".  Yahweh focuses on God being Lord.  Shammah means there.  The main scripture Yahweh Shammah is used in is Ezekiel 48:35 to really display who God is in this name.

    Yahweh Shammah signifies how God is always there for His people.  His presence is never absent in the world.  God is permanent.  His presence is restorative.  It means you can have a real intimate relationship with your creator.  The name signifies God's character at keeping His word.  If He promised it, then it will happen.

    When you pray using Yahweh Shammah you are entering God's presence with the trust that He will uphold His promises.  You are seeking to be closer and submit to His authority even if it doesn't look like you want it to look like.  

    You go before Yahweh Shammah submissively expecting good things even when you have to change your perspective to get them.  You trust Him to restore you and your hope after trails and tribulations.  When you do not feel God's presence, but want to cry out to Yahweh Shammah to remind yourself that He is still there.  He will uphold you.

Psalm 139:7-12, Isaiah 41:8-10, Ezekiel 48:30-35, Matthew 1:23, 28:16-20, & John 14:15-21

Yahweh Tsuri

 

    Yahweh Tsuri (YAH-way tsoo-REE) or Jehovah Tsuri is יהוה צוּרִי in Hebrew.  It means that "the Lord is My Rock".  It is a description of how He is your steadfast protector.  He is impenetrable, stable, and never ending strength.  He doesn't get tired, bored, or give up.  He is dependable and immovable refuge for when you do get tired and want to give up.

     Yahweh Tsuri is your rock of faith.  He is your fortress when you need protection.  He is your deliverer when persecuted.  He is always present.  He is never distant.  If you feel distance, then that means you pulled  away or so emotionally exhausted that you can't feel Him.  You have to trust faithfully in those times.  David sang to Yahweh Tsuri to celebrate the protection He provided.

    Pray using the name Yahweh Tsuri when you need strength.  When life is so hard that you can't see clearly, then turn to Him for clarity, shelter, direction, and strength that is beyond what you have.  God is always your protector, but you are expected to do your part.  You need the Holy Spirit's guidance to know and understand your role in whatever battle you are in.  

    Pray like Hannah (in 1 Samuel) acknowledging where your true strength comes from and praising Yahweh Tsuri for protecting you this far.  Pray for enduring faith and strength to stand on your salvation, and to be hidden from evil when you need to be.  Pray using Yahweh Tsuri as you are being spiritually matured.  You will be blessed for being obedient.

1 Samuel 2:1-2, 2 Samuel 22:1-4, Psalm 18:1-3, 40:1-3, 62:1-4, Isaiah 26:1-6, Ephesians 4:11-13, James 1:22-25

Shekhinah

 

    Shekhinah (shuh hee naa) is שְׁכִינָה in Hebrew.  It means "dwelling" or "settling".  It represents the manifested presence of God in this world.  It is used for the name "the Presence of God".  Other terms for being the presence of God is Panim (פָּנִים) and Kavod (כָּבוֹד).  They represent the weight of facing God in His presence.  Shekhinah is not a name in the Bible, but it has been used by Rabbis in refence to God's presence.

    Shekhinah refers to being able to see God visibly.  You are able to abide in His glorious presence.  When He rescued His people from Egypt He stayed with them in the form of a mystical cloud.  He was a manifestation of His glory.  Later He was in His tabernacle and temple.  Throughout the Bible God made His presence known to His people.  He really connected when Jesus came into the world.  

    When you pray using the name Shekhinah you are seeking to be closer to God.  You are looking to see Him in your life.  He made people to need connection with other people, but mostly Him.  

    You connect with Him in a different way when you seek His presence.  The world around you stops and you focus on Him with no agenda other than to connect.  When you stop and do this you can feel His presence in a rainbow, nature, sunrise, standing on a beach, hiking, looking into the sky, in your garden, and other ways.  It is the best gift you can get daily.

Exodus 3:1-3, 13:20-22, 24:15-18, 40:34-38, Leviticus 16:1-2, 1 Kings 8:10-11, 2 Chronicles 7:1-3, Psalm 73:27-28, Ezekiel 43:1-9, Matthew 17:1-8, John 1:14, Hebrews 1:1-4, & Revelations 21:22-27