Power in the name of Jesus – II
Wednesday, June 16
Power in the Name of Jesus – II
Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth. Philippians 2:9, 10
Not only is Jesus’ name powerful for saving but it is the icing on the cake of prayer. The name of Jesus is powerful in prayer. Now, do not read this wrong it is not a formula for us to receive what we want. It is power and authority to bring glory to the Father. Similar to an earthly judge bringing down its gavel, the name of Jesus seals the prayer. Jesus said, ‘I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Son may bring glory to the Father. You may ask for anything in my name, and I will do it’ (John 14:13-14). When Jesus said we could ask for anything ‘in my name’, it is not a prayer that simply mentions the words, ‘in the name of Jesus’. It is prayer which comes from a passionate love for Jesus, desiring to see His will done here on earth.
The name of Jesus is powerful in healing. The first healing miracle recorded in Scripture after the ascension was done by faith in the name of Jesus. Peter said to a crippled beggar, ‘In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth walk’ (Acts 3:6). The man walked, and he began jumping and praising God. The first disciples were carrying on the work they had seen Jesus do. He told them that they would receive power when the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they did.
When they were being threatened by the authorities, they prayed for boldness to speak, and prayed that they would perform healings, miraculous signs and wonders in the name of Jesus (Acts 4:29-30). The name of Jesus holds that same power today. Maybe we need their passion and single-minded devotion to Jesus, so that we rise above the situations of life and remain steadfast and immovable in our faith and undying love for Jesus.
The name of Jesus is powerful in spiritual warfare. As the world becomes increasingly evil, we become increasingly aware that we are not facing human issues. We are facing the devil’s schemes and the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms (Ephesians 6:11-12). We can only win spiritual battles with spiritual weapons which are powerful and have the divine power to demolish strongholds (2 Corinthians 10:3-5).The name of Jesus, the blood of Jesus and the word of God are powerful weapons to be used in humility and utter dependence on the Holy Spirit.
‘All hail the power of Jesus’ name, let angels prostrate fall, Bring forth the royal diadem, and crown Him Lord of all’ (from a hymn by Edward Perronet 1780). I believe that now is the time for us to pray for a visitation of the Holy Spirit on the Church, which will bring a harvest for God’s kingdom before Jesus returns.