Hebrew · be-KHEER / E-ved
Chosen Servant
בְּחִיר / עֶבֶד
The Chosen One, the Servant — the One the Father elected and anointed
Symbol: The hand resting on the chosen servant's shoulder — election in person
“Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will bring justice to the nations.”
Isaiah 42:1
The Father's voice at Jesus' baptism echoed this verse — the chosen Servant who carries the Spirit and brings justice to the whole earth.
What the name means
He was not self-appointed — the Father chose, upheld and delighted in Him before the world saw Him.
The Servant does not shout or crush; He brings justice quietly, persevering until truth wins.
To follow the Chosen Servant is to be chosen yourself — in Him, the Father's delight rests on you too.
How to pray this name
- Pray: 'Chosen Servant, I rest in the Father's choice — both of You and of me in You.'
- Ask for His gentle, persevering Spirit where you want to force results.
Chosen Servant, the Father delights in You and in me through You. Bring Your justice to my world quietly and surely. In the Mighty Name of Jesus! Amen.
Declaration
I am chosen in the Chosen One — the Father's delight rests on me because it rests on Him.
Study further
Matthew 12:18 · Isaiah 49:6 · Matthew 3:17 · Ephesians 1:4