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Names
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Have you ever thought how very important a name can be? Think of your own name which was given to you when you were born—a name for you to be known by throughout your life. Your name is often the first thing someone asks when they meet you. And it’s the easiest way for family, friends, and others to address you and refer to you. As young children, many of you also had the privilege to receive a name and a blessing by the power of the priesthood. At your baptism, you make a covenant with God to show that you are willing to take upon yourself the name of Jesus Christ. Each time you take the sacrament, you renew that covenant and promise to always remember Him (see Mosiah 18:8–9; Doctrine and Covenants 20:77, 79). So, names matter. Not only can a name connect each of us to our own identity and individuality, but it can also carry power, responsibility, and blessings. This is especially true when it comes to the name of the restored Church of
Elder Ulisses Soares
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My name is Gerrit Walter Gong
Elder Gerrit W. Gong
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