The Authority and Power in the Name of Jesus
An exploration of the significance and power of the name of Jesus in Scripture.
1. Salvation Through His Name
1.1 The Saving Name
Verses: Matthew 1:21; Acts 4:12
- Jesus' name reveals His saving purpose: He will save His people from their sins.
- Salvation is exclusively found in the name of Jesus; there is no other name given under heaven by which we must be saved.
1.2 The Only Way
Verses: John 14:6; 1 Timothy 2:5
- Jesus is the only way to the Father.
- Jesus is the one mediator between God and humanity.
2. The Name in Water Baptism
2.1 Baptism in Jesus' Name
Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 10:48
- Baptism is to be administered in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins.
- Early believers understood the importance of the specific name in water baptism.
2.2 The Significance of Jesus' Name in Baptism
Verses: Acts 19:5; Romans 6:3
- Re-baptism in Jesus' name was performed when the initial baptism was not correctly administered.
- Baptism into Christ signifies being united with Him in His death, burial, and resurrection.
3. The Name Invoked
3.1 Power in Prayer
Verses: John 14:13-14; John 16:23-24
- Jesus promises that the Father will grant requests made in His name.
- Asking in Jesus' name implies aligning our will with His and seeking things that glorify Him.
3.2 Miracles and Healing
Verses: Acts 3:6; Acts 4:30
- Miracles and healing are performed through the power of the name of Jesus.
- The early church invoked the name of Jesus with boldness to see signs and wonders.
4. The Name Above All Names
4.1 Exaltation of the Name
Verses: Philippians 2:9-11; Revelation 19:16
- God has highly exalted Jesus and bestowed on Him the name that is above every name.
- Every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
4.2 Living in His Name
Verses: Colossians 3:17; 1 Corinthians 10:31
- Everything we do, in word or deed, should be done in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
- Living in accordance with Jesus' name means reflecting His character and purpose in all aspects of life.