The Power and Significance of the Name of Jesus
An exploration of the authority, salvation, and practical application of the name of Jesus in the life of a believer.
1. The Authority in the Name
1.1 Healing and Miracles
Verses: Acts 3:6; Acts 4:10
- The apostles performed miracles through the name of Jesus.
- The name carries divine power to overcome physical ailments.
1.2 Deliverance from Evil
Verses: Mark 16:17; Acts 16:18
- Demons are subject to the name of Jesus.
- Believers can cast out evil spirits through the authority of the name.
1.3 Exaltation and Supremacy
Verses: Philippians 2:9-11
- God has highly exalted Jesus and given Him a name above every name.
- Every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.
2. Salvation Through the Name
2.1 No Other Name
Verses: Acts 4:12
- Salvation is exclusively found in the name of Jesus.
- There is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.
2.2 Calling on the Name
Verses: Romans 10:13; Acts 2:38
- Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.
- Repentance, baptism in the name of Jesus Christ, and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit are essential steps.
3. The Significance of Baptism in Jesus' Name
3.1 Apostolic Practice
Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 10:48; Acts 19:5
- The apostles consistently baptized new believers in the name of Jesus Christ.
- This practice was a direct commandment and part of their ministry.
3.2 Fulfilling the Great Commission
Verses: Matthew 28:19
- Baptism in the name of Jesus fulfills the command to baptize in 'the name' (singular) of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
- Jesus is the manifested name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
4. Living in the Name
4.1 Doing All in His Name
Verses: Colossians 3:17
- Everything we do, in word or deed, should be done in the name of Jesus.
- This reflects our submission to His Lordship in every aspect of our lives.
4.2 Bearing His Reproach
Verses: 1 Peter 4:14
- If we are insulted for the name of Christ, we are blessed.
- The Spirit of glory and of God rests upon those who suffer for His name.