The Authority and Power in the Name of Jesus
An exploration of the significance and power of the name of Jesus in scripture.
1. The Revelation of God's Name
1.1 The Significance of 'I AM'
Verses: Exodus 3:13-15
- God revealed Himself to Moses as 'I AM,' signifying His eternal and self-existent nature.
- This name reflects God's unchanging presence and power throughout all generations.
1.2 Jesus: Salvation Embodied
Verses: Matthew 1:21; Acts 4:12
- Jesus' name, meaning 'Jehovah is salvation,' reveals His divine purpose to save humanity from sin.
- Salvation is exclusively found through faith in the name of Jesus.
2. Power and Authority in the Name
2.1 Miraculous Manifestations
Verses: Mark 16:17-18; Acts 3:6-8
- Believers are given authority to cast out demons, speak in new tongues, and heal the sick in Jesus' name.
- Miracles and healing are manifested through the invocation of His name, demonstrating His present power.
2.2 Exaltation and Supremacy
Verses: Philippians 2:9-11; Ephesians 1:20-21
- 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.
3. Baptism in Jesus' Name
3.1 The Apostolic Mandate
Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 10:48
- Peter commanded believers to be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins.
- Baptism in Jesus' name is an essential act of obedience and identification with His death, burial, and resurrection.
3.2 Symbolism and Significance
Verses: Romans 6:3-4; Colossians 2:12
- Through baptism, we are buried with Christ and raised to walk in newness of life.
- Baptism symbolizes our cleansing from sin and our entrance into the body of Christ.
4. Living in the Authority of the Name
4.1 Prayer and Intercession
Verses: John 14:13-14; 1 John 5:14-15
- We can ask anything in Jesus' name, and He will do it, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
- Our prayers are effective when we pray according to God's will, believing that He hears and answers us.
4.2 Daily Application
Verses: Colossians 3:17; 1 Peter 4:11
- Whatever we do in word or deed, we should do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
- We should speak as the oracles of God, ministering with the ability that God gives, that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ.