Fruitful Living
The names of Christ Jesus
The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For in Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. And He is the Head of the body, the church; He is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything He might have the supremacy. For God was pleased to have all His fullness dwell in Him – Colossians 1:15-19
The Lord Jesus Christ shed His blood on the Cross of Calvary to save us from sin and its consequences. We need to know Him as He is described in Scripture, so that our worship of Him will be sincere and fulfilling.
1. To the artist, He is the One altogether lovely – Songs of Solomon 5:16.
2. To the architect, He is the Chief Cornerstone – 1 Peter. 2:6.
3. To the astronomer, He is the Sun of righteousness – Malachi 4:2.
4. To the baker, He is the Bread of life – John. 6:35.
5. To the banker, He is the Hidden Treasure – Matthew 13:44
6. To the builder, He is the Sure Foundation –Isaiah 28:16.
7. To the carpenter, He is the Door (John 10:7).
8. To the doctor, He is the Great Physician –Jeremiah 8:22.
9. To the educator,He is the New and Living way- Hebrew10:20.
10.To the farmer, He is the Sower and the Lord of harvest –
Luke 10:2.
11. In Revelations 22:13, He is the Alpha and Omega.
12. In Isaiah 9:6, He is theCounsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father and
the Prince of Peace
13. In Daniel 7:9, He is the Ancient of Days
14. In Colossians 1:15, He is the Invisible God and the First born over all
creation
15. In Hebrews 1:2, He is the Heir of all things
16. In Revelations 19:13, He is the Word of God
17. In Ephesians 1:6, He is the Beloved
18. In John 3:16, He is the Only Begotten Son
19. In John 20:28, He is God
20. In John 8:58, He is the I AM
21. In Luke 1:78, He is the Dayspring
22. In 2 Corinthians 9:15, He is the Indescribable Gift
23. In Daniel 9:25, He is the Anointed One (The Messiah)
24. In Matthew 1:1, He is Son of David
25. In Isaiah 11: 1, He is the Branch that bears Fruits
26. In Isaiah 53:1, He is the Arm of the Lord
27. In Genesis 3:15, He is the Offspring of the Woman
28. In Luke 2:12, He is the Baby
29. In Matthew 1:21, He is Jesus
30. In Matthew 1:23, He is Emmanuel
30. In Mark 1:24, He is the Holy One
32. In Luke 2:43, He is the Boy Jesus
33. In Mark 6:3, He is a Brother
34. In Matthew 2:23, He is the Nazarene
35. In Mark6:3, He is the Carpenter
36. In John 4:9, He is a Jew
37. In Luke 23:6, He is a Galilean
38. In 1Timothy 2:5-6, He is a Man
39. In Matthew 20:28, He is the Son of Man
40. In Matthew 21:11, He is the Prophet
41. In John 3:2, He is the Teacher
42. In Luke4:23, He is the Physician
43. In Matthew 12:18, He is a Servant
44. In John 1:41, He is the Christ
45. In Isaiah 53:3, He is the Man of Sorrows
46. In John 20:16, He is Rabboni
47. In Genesis 49:10, He is Shiloh
48. In Numbers 24:17, He is a Star and the Sceptre
49. In Job 19:25, He is the Redeemer
50. In Songs of Solomon 2:1, He is the Rose of Sharon and the Lily of the
Valley
51. In Isaiah 11:10, He is the Banner of the People
52. In Isaiah 55:4, He is the Leader and Commander
53. In Jeremiah 23:6, He is the Lord Our Righteousness
54. In Haggai 2:7, He is the Desire of All Nations
55. In Zechariah 9:9, He is King
56. In Malachi 3:1, He is the Messenger of the Covenant
57. In Malachi 4:2, He is the Sun of Righteousness
58. In Matthew 11:19, He is a Friend
59. In Luke 1:69, He is the Horn of Salvation
60. In John 1:29, He is the Lamb of God
61. In John 4:10, He is the Living Water
62. In John 4:42, He is the Saviour
63. In Acts 10:42, He is the Judge
64. In 1 Corinthians 5:7, He is Our Passover
65. In 1 Corinthians 10:4, He is the Rock
66. In 1 Corinthians 15:45, He is the Last Adam
67. In Ephesians 2:20, He is the Chief Cornerstone
68. In Ephesians 4:15, He is our Head
69. In Ephesians 5:23, He is the Head of the Church
70. In Philippians 2:11, He is Lord
71. In Colossians 3:11, He is All in All
72. In 1 Timothy 1:1, He i Hope
72. In 1 Timothy 1:1, He is our Hope
73. In 1 Timothy 2:5-6, He is the Mediator and Ransom
74. In 1Timothy 6:15, He is the Blessed and Only Potentate (King of Kings
and Lord of Lords)
75. In Hebrews 2:10, He is the Pioneer of our Salvation
76. In Hebrews 3:1, He is the Apostle of our Profession
77. In Hebrews 6:20, He is our High Priest
78. In Hebrews 7:22, He is the Guarantee of a Better Covenant
79. In Hebrews 12:2, He is the Pioneer of our Faith
80. In 1 Peter 1:1, He is Jesus Christ
81. In 1 Peter 2:25, He is the Overseer
82. In 1 John 2:1, He is our Advocate
83. In 1 John 2:2, He is the Atoning Sacrifice
84. In Revelations 3:14, He is Amen, Faithful and true Witness
85. In Revelations 5:5, He is the Lion of the tribe of Judah
86. In John 6:35, He is the Bread of Life
87. In John 8:12, He is the Light of the World
88. In John 10:9, He is the Door
89. In John 10:11, He is the Good Shepherd
90. In John 11:25, He is the Resurrection and the Life
91. In John 14:6, He is the Way, the Truth and the Life
92. In John 15:1, He is the True Vine
93. In Revelation 1:8, He is the Almighty
94. In Revelations 1:18, He is the Living One
95. In Revelations 22:16, He is the Root and the Offspring of David and the
Bright Morning Star
May you be led by the Holy Spirit to receive Christ as your Lord and personal saviour and also rededicate your life according to John 1:12-13; Psalm 51 : 1 – 12
Stay Blessed!
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Fruitful Living
Has man lost the essence of his creation? A reflective call to rediscover our divine purpose (Part 1)
Introduction: Rediscoveringour purpose
Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the Worlds. We praise Him, seek His help and forgiveness, and ask for His mercy. May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon our noble Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), his family, his companions, and all those who follow his guidance until the Day of Judgment.
In today’s increasingly materialistic and turbulent world, a profound question echoes louder than ever: Has man lost the essence of his creation? It is a question that compels every thinking soul to pause and reflect deeply.
In the midst of scientific breakthroughs, booming technology, and economic pursuits, we must ask ourselves: are we fulfilling the sacred purpose for which we were created? Are we still living as stewards of Allah on earth, or have we strayed from our divine assignment?
This article explores the Qur’anic foundation of man’s creation, the noble position he holds, and the deviation from this divine path in modern times. It further calls for a return to spiritual consciousness and outlines practical steps to help realign mankind with his intended purpose.
Man: Allah’s Vicegerent on Earth
The Qur’an states: “And when your Lord said to the angels, ‘Indeed, I will make upon the earth a vicegerent (Khalifah)…’” (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:30).
This declaration marks the beginning of man’s honorable journey on earth. Mankind was created from clay, as recorded in Surah Al-Hijr:
“And We did certainly create man out of clay from an altered black mud. And the jinn We created before from scorching fire. And [mention] when your Lord said to the angels, ‘I will create a human being out of clay from an altered black mud.’ So when I have proportioned him and breathed into him of My [created] soul, then fall down to him in prostration.” (Surah Al-Hijr, 15:26-29).
This prostration of angels was not to worship Adam, but to recognize the honor Allah had bestowed upon man. It signified a spiritual hierarchy in which man, though of earthly origin, carries a divine trust and responsibility.
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized this dignity. He taught that every human is born upon the natural disposition (fitrah) and bears the potential to fulfill their purpose as a servant of Allah and custodian of His creation.
The Purpose of Creation
Allah did not create man in vain. The Qur’an states clearly: “And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me.” (Surah Adh-Dhariyat, 51:56).
“And they were not commanded except to worship Allah, [being] sincere to Him in religion, inclining to truth, and to establish prayer and to give zakah. And that is the correct religion.” (Surah Al-Bayyinah, 98:5).
Another profound verse underscores that life was not created aimlessly:
“And We did not create the heaven and the earth and that between them aimlessly. That is the assumption of those who disbelieve, so woe to those who disbelieve from the Fire.”(Surah Sad, 38:27).
These verses convey that creation is intentional, meaningful, and divinely ordained. The essence of man’s creation lies in his recognition of Allah, his conscious submission to the Divine Will, and his dedication to a life of worship, service, and ethical living.
Worship in Islam is not confined to rituals alone but extends to every aspect of human existence—how we earn, govern, lead our families, engage with society, and preserve the environment. Every righteous deed done with sincerity for Allah’s pleasure becomes an act of worship.
Imam Al-Ghazali explains in Ihya Ulum al-Din that true worship stems from knowledge of Allah and a heart that submits lovingly to His will. Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah likewise stresses that man’s highest honor lies in fulfilling the purpose of servitude (`ubudiyyah) to Allah, which brings inner peace and divine elevation.
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) demonstrated this perfect balance of worship and engagement in worldly affairs. He was a husband, a leader, a statesman, and a worshipper who said: “The most beloved deeds to Allah are the most consistent, even if they are few.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith 6464)
Living in harmony with this divine purpose not only brings personal fulfillment but also collective peace. Conversely, neglecting it results in moral confusion, injustice, and spiritual emptiness.
Therefore, recognizing and living by our purpose is not a luxury but a necessity. It is the key to real success in this life and salvation in the Hereafter.
By Imam Alhaji Saeed Abdulai, the Author
Fruitful Living
Trusting God with our anxieties (final)

Jesus not only instructs us not to worry — He explains why worrying is counterproductive to our well-being:
❖ Worry is blind. It refuses to learn from nature, history, or personal experience. Birds and flowers testify to God’s faithfulness. The history of Israel is filled with God’s miraculous provision — from Egypt to the Red Sea to the Promised Land (Deut. 8:14–15).
❖ Worry refuses to learn the lesson of life. Time and again, God has helped us bear the unbearable and overcome the insurmountable. He strengthens us even when we reach the breaking point — and keeps us from breaking.
❖ Worry is irreligious. It stems not from our external circumstances, but from a heart full of fear and distrust. Yet Scripture declares:“You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.” — Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)
The antidote to worry: El shaddai
Proverbs 18:10 says, “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” One of the most comforting names of God is El Shaddai, which first appears in Genesis 17:1 and appears 218 times in the Bible.
❖ El means “Strong One.”
❖ Shaddai means “The Breasted One.”
Together, El Shaddai paints a picture of God as:
❖ Our Strong Nourisher
❖ Strength Giver
❖ Satisfier
❖ All-Bountiful Supplier
❖ Fulfiller of Needs
❖ The Life-Giver who brings dead things back to life
(e.g., Abraham and Sarah conceiving Isaac at 150 and 90 years respectively)
In knowing who God is, we find the courage to release our anxieties. If He is truly El Shaddai — strong, sufficient, and sustaining — then we are safe in His hands.
Practical steps to peace
In Philippians 4:6–7, we are given a divine prescription for peace:
1. Stop being anxious and fretful. Recognize the emotional and spiritual toll of worry.
2. Go to God in prayer about everything. Nothing is too big or small.
3. Pray for yourself. God is your Father — your relationship with Him is personal.
4. Thank Him as you pray. Gratitude builds faith and reminds us of His past faithfulness.
When we do this, God’s peace — not the world’s peace — will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:7 (NIV)
CONCLUSION
We are living in uncertain times. Pressures abound and anxieties easily multiply. But as children of God, we are called to walk a different path — one of quiet confidence, steady trust, and daily surrender.
God’s Word is clear: worry doesn’t help — but trust in God brings peace. Let us shift our focus from fear to faith, from anxiety to adoration. Let us anchor our hearts in the unchanging character of El Shaddai — our Almighty God — and rest in His perfect care.
By Rev. Dr Joyce Aryee, the author