"...And the disciples were first called Christians in Antioch." Acts 11:26

Christian: follower of Christ. The name appears three times in the New Testament. Our opening verse.
And, Acts 26:28 where King Agrippa tells Paul, "Then Agrippa said to Paul, 'You almost persuade me to become a
Christian.'"   (Read Vs. 29 for Paul's response).
And, Peter speaking of suffering,
"However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name." 1 Peter 4:16

Though the name is only mentioned three times, there are a great many other names that leave no doubt as to whom Scripture is referring, such as--
Believers:
"And believers were increasingly added to the Lord, multitudes of both men and women." Acts 5:14

Brethren (Acts 5:14); brethren, beloved (Romans 7:1; holy brethren:
"Therefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, Christ Jesus." Hebrews 3:1

Children (2 Cor. 6:13); Children of light (Eph.5:8); Dear Children (Eph.
5:1); Children of God:
"The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God." Romans 8:16

Disciples:
"Then the disciples took him by night and let him down through the wall in a large basket." Acts 9:25 (This is Saul/Paul not long after his conversion.)

Elect:
"Who shall bring a charge against God's elect? It is God who justifies."
Romans 8:33

Friends:
Jesus speaking, "You are My friends if you do whatever I command you, no longer do I call you servants..." John 15:14-15

Heirs:
"And if children, then heirs--heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ.."
Romans 8:17

Light of the world:
Jesus speaking, "You are the light of the world..." Matthew 5:14

Pilgrims:
"Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul." 1 Peter 2:11

Priests:
".,.To Him who loved us and washed us from our sins in His own blood and has made us kings and priests to His God and Father, to Him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen. Revelation 1:5-6

Saints (many of Paul's letters are addressed to the saints):
"To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ who are in Colosse."
Colossians 1:2

Salt of the earth:
Jesus speaking, "You are the salt of the earth..." Matthew 5:13

Sheep:
Jesus speaking, "My sheep hear My voice and I know them, and they follow Me.  And I give them eternal life..." John 10:27-28

Sons of God:
"For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God."
Romans 8:14

Vessels of honor:
But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay, some for honor and some for dishonor. Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master..." 2 Timothy 2: 20-21

Witnesses:
Jesus speaking, "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me..." Acts 1:8

That is quite a list! These are not only names, but some describe the works God has prepared for us to do. As I look at all these verses, I am humbled to think that the Creator of the universe has called me to this high calling. Look again -- child of God, heir of God and joint heir with Jesus, saints, priests, salt of the earth, light of the earth, vessels of honor, witnesses. It causes me to say with Paul in Philippians 3:12-14, "...I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me...Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead. I press on..."

With humble hearts we say thank you Lord for making us Your own.  Amen