Stone Soup

Once in a simple village, suspicious villagers were tricked into sharing food with clever travelers making stone soup. The Bible mentions the symbolic “White Stone,” representing victory and a new beginning. Obedience to God’s commandments invites the Holy Spirit into our lives. The concept of receiving a new name signifies a new identity and purpose in God’s plan. Examples include Abraham, Saul, and Simon receiving new names to reflect their missions and transformations. Revelation 2:17 promises a new name written on a White Stone to those who overcome. This symbolizes the Holy Spirit’s work in believers’ lives. In summary, biblical name changes reflect God’s intimate knowledge and His eternal plan of redemption.