“And whatsoever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.”
Colossians 3:17
The name of Christ holds profound significance and power in the life of a believer. Throughout the Scriptures, we see how Christ’s name is integral to various aspects of our faith and practice. Here are key areas where the name of Christ is highlighted:
- The Apostles Healed in the Name of Christ
- Acts 3:6 – Peter healed the lame man in the name of Jesus Christ.
- His Name is Above Every Name
- Philippians 2:9-10 – God exalted Christ’s name above all others.
- Many Believed in His Name
- John 2:23 – People believed in Jesus’ name because of the signs He performed.
- His Name is Associated with the Church
- Romans 16:16 – The churches greet one another in Christ’s name.
- His Name is to be Confessed
- Matthew 10:32-33 – Confessing Christ before men is essential to receiving His acknowledgment before the Father.
- Prayer is to be Made in His Name
- John 14:13 – Jesus teaches that prayer should be made in His name.
- Baptism is Associated with His Name
- Acts 2:38 – Repentance and baptism are done in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins.
- His Name is Involved in Justification
- 1 Corinthians 6:11 – Through Jesus’ name, we are washed, sanctified, and justified.
- Salvation is in His Name
- Acts 4:12 – There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved except Jesus Christ.
- Life is in His Name
- John 20:30-31 – Believing in the name of Jesus gives eternal life.
- Christians Gather in His Name
- Matthew 18:20 – Jesus promises His presence when believers gather in His name.
- Some Suffer for His Name
- Acts 5:41 – The apostles rejoiced for being counted worthy to suffer for Christ’s name.
The name of Christ is the foundation of our faith, from healing and salvation to justification and gathering. It is the name by which we live, pray, and are saved. Let us honor His name in all we do.
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