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The Name of Jesus

This study explores the profound significance, authority, and power inherent in the Name of Jesus, revealing its central role in God's plan for humanity and the believer's life.

1. The Revelation of God's Name

1.1 The Importance of a Name in Biblical Culture

Verses: Genesis 32:27-28; Exodus 3:13-15
  • A name reveals character and authority.
  • God's name reveals His nature and essence.
  • The Name of God is powerful and significant.

1.2 God's Self-Revelation Through His Names

Verses: Exodus 6:3; Isaiah 9:6
  • God revealed Himself progressively through various names.
  • Titles like 'Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace' point to Jesus.
  • Jesus embodies the fullness of all God's revealed names and attributes.

1.3 The Name Above Every Name

Verses: Philippians 2:9-11; Ephesians 1:20-21
  • God has highly exalted Jesus and given Him a Name above every name.
  • All authority in heaven and on earth is given to this Name.
  • Every knee will bow and every tongue confess to the glory of this Name.

2. Jesus: The Fullness of the Godhead Manifested

2.1 God Dwelling in Christ

Verses: Colossians 2:9; 2 Corinthians 5:19
  • In Jesus dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.
  • God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto Himself.
  • Jesus is the complete manifestation of the one true God.

2.2 Jesus as the Father

Verses: John 14:7-9; Isaiah 9:6
  • To see Jesus is to see the Father.
  • Jesus declared, 'I and my Father are one.'
  • He is prophetically called 'The Everlasting Father.'

2.3 Jesus as the Spirit

Verses: 2 Corinthians 3:17; John 14:16-18
  • The Lord is that Spirit.
  • Jesus promised to send the Comforter, who is Himself in Spirit form.
  • The Spirit of God is the Spirit of Christ, dwelling within believers.

3. The Authority and Power in the Name of Jesus

3.1 Healing and Miracles

Verses: Acts 3:6; Acts 4:10
  • Peter healed the lame man in the Name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.
  • There is miraculous healing power in His Name.
  • Miracles are wrought through the authority of His Name.

3.2 Deliverance and Casting Out Devils

Verses: Mark 16:17; Luke 10:17
  • Believers are empowered to cast out devils in His Name.
  • Demons are subject to us through the power of His Name.
  • The Name of Jesus has supreme authority over all evil spirits.

3.3 Prayer and Intercession

Verses: John 14:13-14; John 16:23-24
  • Whatever we ask in His Name, He will do.
  • Our prayers are effective and answered when offered in His Name.
  • Asking in His Name means asking according to His will and authority.

4. Salvation and the Name of Jesus

4.1 Repentance and Forgiveness

Verses: Luke 24:47; Acts 10:43
  • Repentance and remission of sins are preached in His Name.
  • Through His Name, whosoever believes receives remission of sins.
  • Forgiveness and salvation are found in no other Name.

4.2 Water Baptism in His Name

Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 8:16; Acts 19:5
  • Water baptism is commanded in the Name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins.
  • Early church believers were consistently baptized in the Name of the Lord Jesus.
  • This is the New Testament pattern for water baptism, identifying with His death, burial, and resurrection.

4.3 Receiving the Holy Spirit

Verses: Acts 2:38-39; Acts 10:44-48
  • The promise of the Holy Spirit is for those who obey the call in His Name.
  • The Holy Spirit is given to those who believe and are baptized in His Name.
  • The Spirit received is the Spirit of Christ, empowering believers.

5. Living in the Name of Jesus

5.1 Doing All in His Name

Verses: Colossians 3:17; 1 Corinthians 10:31
  • Whatever we do in word or deed, we are to do all in the Name of the Lord Jesus.
  • Our lives should glorify His Name in every aspect.
  • Every action should be done under His authority and for His purpose.

5.2 Bearing His Name

Verses: Acts 9:15; 1 Peter 4:14
  • We are called to bear His Name before all people.
  • To suffer for His Name's sake is a blessing and a privilege.
  • We are identified with Him and His mission.

5.3 Confessing His Name

Verses: Romans 10:9-10; Matthew 10:32
  • Confessing Jesus as Lord leads to salvation.
  • We must confess Him before men to be acknowledged by Him.
  • Our confession of His Name is vital to our faith and witness.