PM Scripture Reading: Proverbs 22.1-6 This Evening’s Sermon: Brent T. Willey A Good Name Introduction: Solomon emphasized the importance of reputation by describing the value of a “good name” (Prov. 22.1 & Eccl. 7.1). The Hebrew word for “name” is shem, and is used nearly 1,000 times in the Old Testament. Noah’s eldest son. (Gen. 5.32; Luke 3.36) [Lit., “renown”] Linked to shamayim, which literally means “to be lofty,” but is usually translated as “heaven(s)” (Gen. 1.1). A “good name” is more desirable than material riches! I. OUR SPIRITUAL IDENTITY… “Believers” [pistos], object. means trustworthy; subj. means trustful. (Acts 5.14; […]