Anything Goes : Here's some really interesting stuff about the meaning of my name that my friend Don Woodcock researched for me. Thankyou Don, its quite insightful and uplifting. by Harpreet Raj Singh

Hello Harpreet,

It's Don Woodcock who thanks you for establishing the connect.

I'm using the occasion to share with you my research on the meaning of your name, trusting that you'll gain fresh insights and a positive life affirmation from the information.

Thanks for allowing me this privilege and God bless,

Don

HERE'S YOUR NAME MEANING:

>HARPREET – is of Indian origin, meaning: One who loves God.

Spiritual Connotation and Life Expression:

Devoted to God.

One who possesses a deep personal desire for the things of God; having a singular passion for a close personal fellowship with his Creator above all else. His actions are guided by the constraints of his love which expresses itself in complete trust and a willing obedience to the direction and guidance of His Heavenly Father; continually pursuing His divine plan and purpose for his life. He is faithful and enduring in heart; proving to be trustworthy and whole hearted in all his dealings with God and man.

Scriptures to Encourage and Guide the Heart:

Psalm 25:10, “All the paths of the Lord are lovingkindness and truth to those who keep His covenant and His testimonies.”

Mark 12:28-31, “One of the scribes came and heard them arguing, and recognizing that He had answered them well, asked Him, “What commandment is the foremost of all?” Jesus answered, “The foremost is, ‘Hear, O Israel! The Lord our God is one Lord and you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ The second is this, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.”

Romans 8:35-39, "For Your sake we are being put to death all day longwe were considered as sheep to be slaughtered.” But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

1 John 4:7-12, “ >span class="text">Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has seen God at any time; if we love one another, God abides in us, and His love is perfected in us.”

>RAJ - In addition to being an Indian personal name, Raj is also an Indian place name and a general word meaning 'kingdom.'

Spiritual Connotation and Life Expression:

A member and representative of the Kingdom of God.

Of noble (royal) heritage/blood Those who are called to reign. Noble and gracious in heart, having a divinely enabled strength of character to reign wisely and justly. Those who have been given the right to administer social control and order under divinely ordained authority as a direct representation of that authority; Who are aware of the need to demonstrate good wisdom and sound judgment in all their affairs of life, and who assume accountability for all decisions that are made out of a heart of care and concern for that which is in their sphere of protection and responsibility.

Applicable Life Scriptures:

Matthew 6:33, "...seek first His kingdom and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added to you.

Proverbs 4:7-9, ““The beginning of wisdom is: Acquire wisdom; And with all your acquiring, get understanding. “Prize her, and she will exalt you; She will honor you if you embrace her. “She will place on your head a garland of grace; She will present you with a crown of beauty.”

James 2:8, "If...you are fulfilling the royal law, according to the Scripture, 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself, you are doing well...”

1 Peter 2:9, “But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light;”

>Your Surname: SINGH - this famous 'surname' is Sikh (Hindi-Indian) in origin. From Sanskrit सिंह (sinha) meaning "lion". it is perhaps not surprising that it is one of the most popular names in the world, however that is not the main reason. On achieving manhood a young Sikh is granted the name of 'Singh' to imply that he has joined the ranks of his father.

Inherit Family Spiritual Character:

Those who possess the heart of a lion are (lion hearted), whose boldness, bravery and courage is outstanding.

Bold and confident. They are aggressively focused on accomplishing those goals that are esteemed good and righteous; who establish personal rule and control over their spheres of responsibility. As respected leaders of men they demonstrate the strength of character and resolute nature that is provided through the grace of God in order to face and overcome all life problems and challenges with a victorious testimony to the everlasting power and greatness of a Christ-like life.

Applicable Life Scriptures:

Psalm 31:24, “Be strong and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the Lord.”

Deuteronomy 31:6, “Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you.”

Psalm 27:1, “The Lord is my light and my salvation: whom shall I fear? The Lord is the defense of my life: whom shall I dread?"

Proverbs 28:1, “The wicked flee when no one is pursuing, but the righteous are bold as a lion.”

Romans 8:37, “But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us.”

Hebrews 4:16, “Therefore we should come with boldness to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and may find grace for help in time of need.”

2 Timothy 1:7, “For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline (Trained Spiritual/Moral Reason and Judgment).”