Since changing my name to Charis, God has made me more aware of the grace that i show others. I believe that was His intent all along. Allow me to give the definition of charis one more time: charis-grace, grace of speech, good will, loving-kindness and thanks.
That is why i love the name. These are the very traits i’ve always wanted to posess. So Charis is more than a name to me, it is a way of life.
Now, when the spirit of judgement clouds my view; God whispers in my ear, “What is your name?”. It doesn’t take long for the condescending thoughts to disappear. I ask His forgiveness and He redirects my thinking. Mercy replaces judgement. When my children try my patience, as they often do, and i feel the frustration building; God is in my ear again, “What is your name?”. Sometimes i speak before i think and say things i have to go back and ask forgiveness for-from God and the children. Sometimes i pout, “But God…”. Either way i know He is right and i thank Him for reminding me that my name is cHarIS.
