The Word of God talks about four primary reasons why it is so important to have a "good name." Also, God states six basic requirements in order to obtain that "good name."
I grew up in a home where a good name was not a priority, nor was it important! We did not practice a lifestyle that represented God and we did not honor our parents, nor have a proper mind-set toward business. It appeared that my parents really didn't care what got passed down to their children. The result was all six of their children developed a lifestyle of living from hand to mouth. The most grievous consequence of growing up in a home that could care less about having a good name was that our name was no good - it carried little value in the community we lived in. The only way to break free from this generational sin is to begin living off the reputation of another and this is exactly what I did. After struggling for many years of attempting to live off the name of another (name dropping), I found the right name to hide behind - that of Jesus Christ. Since that day, I have found success not only in reputation, but in being successful in my sphere of influence.
Steve PhinneyIOM Ministry Host
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