Sunday, 30^th July 2023

Alex Buabeng-Korsah

TOPIC: THE NAME IS ‘JESUS’

THEME SCRIPTURE: “Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole.” – Acts 4:10

 

PREPARATORY QUESTIONS:

1. What is in the name of Jesus

 

“What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell just as sweet.”

William Shakespeare uses this line in his play Romeo and Juliet to convey that the naming of things is irrelevant. However, when it comes to the name of Jesus and spiritual realities, can this statement be true?

The name ‘Jesus’ was the secret of the early church's miracles. Peter and John healed a man lame from his mother’s womb at the temple gate (Acts 3:2). Peter said to this man, “Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.” (Acts 3:6). You know what? The man rose and walked away. Jesus, many times, pointed to the disciples to use His name to their advantage. He said to them, “Whatever you will ask the Father in my name, He will give it to you” (John 16:23). Again, He said to them, “These signs shall follow them that believe; in my name shall they cast out devils…” (Mark 16:17).

From the perspective of scripture, a person’s name stood for his nature, personality, authority, or power. Thus, the name you bear reveals not only its meaning but also your character and essence.

For instance, Judas, as a name, had been a beautiful one until Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus. In scripture, the name of God is synonymous with His presence (1 Kings 8:16). Jesus sent his disciples to preach and heal in His name, and in Acts, Peter and John were arrested for healing the lame man at the Beautiful Gate. Standing before the Sanhedrin, Peter and John made it clear that the healing of the lame was by a name, and that name is ‘Jesus’. But how can a name produce such a marvellous result?

Beloved, wherever the name ‘Jesus’ is mentioned, His presence is invoked. He shows up at the mention of the name, and once He is present, every knee bows and superior things happen.

So, use the name when you pray, and the heavens would not deny you your request. Use the name when the enemy comes against you and His presence will be there to defend you. Beloved, use the name and His authority will be revealed on your behalf. Use the name because the name of the Lord is a strong tower. By the name,  you are able to run through troops and leap over walls and barriers of human and demonic limitations. That name is 'Jesus'! Remain blessed.

 

FURTHER READING – Philippians 2:9-11

Call to Salvation: Today is your day if you have not received salvation by turning over your life to Jesus Christ. Click here to do so 

 

QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU MEDITATE ON THE WORD:

1. How much does the name of Jesus mean to you?
2. What are you going through. Do you see the name of Jesus as your help?

 

CONFESSION

Thank you Lord Jesus for Your name. I affirm that God has highly exalted Your name. No name has been given among men whereby we should be saved except the name Jesus. There is power in the name Jesus. Glory Hallelujah!

 

1-Year Bible Reading Plan

2 Samuel 16; Jeremiah 20; Romans 5; Romans 6