For His name Sake

 

1. The phrase "for His name's sake" or variations thereof, indicating God's actions motivated by the desire to uphold the sanctity and honor of His name, appears in several places throughout the Bible. While the specific phrase "I will do it for my name's sake" might not appear verbatim, the concept is clearly articulated in numerous passages. Here are a few key examples: Psalm 23:3 - "He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake."

2. Psalm 31:3 - "For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name's sake lead me, and guide me."

3. Isaiah 48:9 - "For my name's sake will I defer mine anger, and for my praise will I refrain for thee, that I cut thee not off."

4. Ezekiel 36:22 - "Therefore say unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord GOD; I do not this for your sakes, O house of Israel, but for mine holy name's sake, which ye have profaned among the heathen, whither ye went."

5. 1 John 2:12 - "I write unto you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for his name's sake."

6. 1 Samuel 12:22 - "For the LORD will not forsake his people for his great name's sake: because it hath pleased the LORD to make you his people." These verses reflect the biblical theme that God acts in ways that are ultimately for the glorification of His name and to demonstrate His holiness, faithfulness, and power to the world. This is a recurring reason given for God's actions, particularly in contexts of forgiveness, guidance, and the restoration of His people.