Heman!

Fact: Bible names are generally either extremely popular or incredibly not so. People shun them as ridiculous (Muppim, Huppim and Ard for example, Genesis 46:21), or they decide to name their pets, boats, and offspring after them. One inspirational hero that sadly does not get nearly enough credit, or have many youngsters running around bearing his name, is the OT Hebrew version of a modern day rock star. I'm speaking of Heman, a lead singer during King David's reign, and the front man of a 120+ member band. Given the fact that Jewish men did not traditionally have short haircuts, Heman is also likely the one responsible for the prominent hair style of 80's rock. In addition, Heman recently inspired an entire comic book series with a very manly superhero, and a subsequently made superhero movie.

Our culture does not have the same view on manly men that God has. The name "Heman" actually means "faithful", which is a fundamental characteristic of God. Paul describes it as follows: "If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, for he cannot deny who he is" (2 Timothy 2:13). If you want to be a Heman, you have to become rockfast* and unwavering in your diligent commitment to becoming like the Jesus. Sacrifice that which you "deserve" and desire, so that you can give to others what they do not. That's Jesus love. That's faithfulness. That's hard.

(Side note: the other highly underappreciated OT name I'd like to draw attention to is Hazzelelponi - "has-a-little-pony". I have nothing significant to add about her, except she has an extremely attractive name).

*steadfast like a rock (not so much like Chevy)