What's In A Name?

In February 1989 I began the most incredible relationship I've ever had. No it wasn't the relationship with my wife of almost 20 years Katherine, but with my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It is a relationship that's grown deep and intimate over almost 23 years. He is the most amazing person I've ever known. He's been my Rock, my passion and my strength. There's no-one else like Him and never will be. Someone asked me recently to describe who Jesus is to me, and after a brief pause, I began sharing about my relationship with Him. Here are a few names I used to describe my Lord, Jesus Christ. He's the Author and Finisher of my faith; my advocate with the Father; my Anchor; the Bread of Life; the Bridegroom of the church; the Creator of the heavens and earth; my Comforter; my Deliverer from evil; my Defender; the Exceeding Great Reward for all believers; the Everlasting Light; my Eternal Light; the Fountain of Life; my Friend who sticks closer than a brother; my Fortress; my Shepherd; my Guardian; the Head over all principalities and powers; the Holy Son of God; the Helper of the Fatherless; the Head of the church; my Healer; Immanuel; the Just One; my Justifier; the King of Kings; the King of Glory; my Kind Shepherd; the Lord of Lords; the Lamb of God; the Light of my soul; the Messiah; my Merciful Savior; my Maker; the Name that's above every name; my Never-Failing Guide; the Prince of Peace; my Hiding Place; my Sure Foundation; my Shield; my Strength; the Truth; the True Light of the World; my Teacher; my Unchangeable Friend; the One who holds me up; my Very Present Help in times of need; my Vision; the Way; my Wonderful Counselor and the Forgiver of my sins, just to name a few. I know there are many more names and ways to describe Him, but these are a few. Jesus Christ is everything to me and His desire is a relationship with you too :)