The Power and Promise of Knowing Jesus' Name
Summary
In today's message, we explored the profound power and significance of knowing the name of Jesus. The central question posed was, "Do you know His name?" This question is not just about recognizing a name but understanding the depth of its power and the relationship it signifies. When we call on the name of Jesus, we invoke a power that can break chains, heal sickness, and provide comfort in our darkest hours. The name of Jesus is not just a label; it is a source of deliverance, protection, and provision.
Reflecting on Psalm 91, we are reminded that God promises to deliver and protect those who know His name. This knowledge is not merely intellectual but relational, rooted in love and trust. The psalmist assures us that God will be with us in trouble, rescue us, and honor us. This promise is a testament to the faithfulness of God, who has been a constant presence throughout history, guiding and protecting His people.
The sermon also drew parallels between the historical struggles for freedom and the spiritual journey of faith. Just as Harriet Tubman led many to freedom, we are called to keep running towards the freedom found in Christ, despite the challenges and distractions of life. Our foreparents understood the necessity of holding onto God's unchanging hand, and we are encouraged to do the same.
In our personal lives, we often face trials and tribulations that can distract us from the One who can truly help us. We are reminded to focus on God, the problem solver, rather than the problems themselves. Knowing His name means trusting in His ability to deliver us from any situation, just as He delivered Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from the fiery furnace.
Ultimately, knowing the name of Jesus is about having a personal relationship with Him. It is about experiencing His power and presence in our lives and trusting Him to guide us through every season. As we call on His name, we can expect miracles, transformation, and blessings, not just for ourselves but for our communities and beyond.
Key Takeaways:
1. The Power of Jesus' Name: Calling on the name of Jesus is not an empty gesture; it is a powerful invocation that can break chains, heal, and provide comfort. Knowing His name means understanding and experiencing the power that comes with it. [01:06:53]
2. God's Promise of Protection and Deliverance: Psalm 91 assures us that God will deliver and protect those who know His name. This promise is rooted in a relationship of love and trust, reminding us that God is always with us, even in times of trouble. [01:11:09]
3. Historical and Spiritual Freedom: Just as Harriet Tubman led many to physical freedom, we are called to pursue spiritual freedom in Christ. Despite life's challenges, we must keep running towards the freedom and promises found in Jesus. [01:03:07]
4. Focusing on the Problem Solver: In the midst of life's distractions and challenges, we are encouraged to focus on God, the ultimate problem solver, rather than the problems themselves. Trusting in His ability to deliver us is key to overcoming our trials. [01:17:44]
5. Personal Relationship with God: Knowing Jesus' name is about having a personal relationship with Him. It involves trusting in His power and presence in our lives and expecting His guidance and blessings in every season. [01:44:38]
Youtube Chapters:
- [00:00] - Welcome
- [01:03:07] - Harriet Tubman and the Call to Freedom
- [01:06:53] - Trusting in God's Unchanging Hand
- [01:11:09] - God's Promise of Protection
- [01:17:44] - The Power of Knowing His Name
- [01:31:02] - Personal Testimonies of Faith
- [01:36:38] - The Blessings of Knowing His Name
- [01:38:52] - A Journey of Faith and Prayer
- [01:41:28] - The Power of Prayer and God's Name
- [01:44:38] - Invitation to Know His Name
- [02:21:34] - Celebrating Women's Month
- [02:32:54] - Closing Prayer and Blessing
Study Guide
Bible Study Discussion Guide
Bible Reading:
- Psalm 91:9-16
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Observation Questions:
1. According to Psalm 91:14, what are the promises given to those who know God's name?
2. How does the sermon describe the power of calling on the name of Jesus? [01:06:53]
3. What historical figure was mentioned in the sermon as a parallel to spiritual freedom, and what was her role? [01:03:07]
4. What does the pastor say about the distractions of life and their impact on our focus on God? [01:11:09]
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Interpretation Questions:
1. In what ways does Psalm 91 illustrate the relationship between knowing God's name and receiving His protection and deliverance?
2. How does the sermon connect the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to the theme of trusting in God's name during trials? [01:17:44]
3. What does the pastor mean when he says that knowing Jesus' name is about having a personal relationship with Him? [01:44:38]
4. How does the sermon suggest that historical struggles for freedom relate to our spiritual journey in Christ? [01:03:07]
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Application Questions:
1. Reflect on a time when you called on the name of Jesus in a moment of need. How did that experience impact your faith? [01:06:53]
2. Psalm 91 promises protection and deliverance to those who know God's name. How can you deepen your relationship with God to experience these promises more fully?
3. The sermon encourages us to focus on God rather than life's distractions. Identify one distraction in your life that you can minimize this week to focus more on God. [01:11:09]
4. Harriet Tubman's story was used as an analogy for spiritual freedom. What steps can you take to pursue spiritual freedom in your own life? [01:03:07]
5. The pastor mentioned the importance of trusting God as the ultimate problem solver. How can you practice this trust in a current challenge you are facing? [01:17:44]
6. Knowing Jesus' name involves having a personal relationship with Him. What specific actions can you take to strengthen this relationship in your daily life? [01:44:38]
7. The sermon highlighted the power of prayer and knowing God's name. How can you incorporate more intentional prayer into your routine to experience God's power and presence? [01:31:02]
Devotional
Day 1: The Power of Jesus' Name
Calling on the name of Jesus is not an empty gesture; it is a powerful invocation that can break chains, heal, and provide comfort. Knowing His name means understanding and experiencing the power that comes with it. When you call on Jesus, you are not merely uttering a name but invoking a divine presence that has the authority to transform situations. This power is available to all who believe and trust in Him, offering hope and strength in times of need. [01:06:53]
Acts 4:12 (ESV): "And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved."
Reflection: Think of a situation in your life where you need Jesus' intervention. How can you actively call on His name and trust in His power to bring change today?
Day 2: God's Promise of Protection and Deliverance
Psalm 91 assures us that God will deliver and protect those who know His name. This promise is rooted in a relationship of love and trust, reminding us that God is always with us, even in times of trouble. Knowing His name is not just about intellectual understanding but about a deep, personal relationship that assures us of His constant presence and faithfulness. In moments of fear or uncertainty, we can rely on His promise to be our refuge and strength. [01:11:09]
Isaiah 43:2 (ESV): "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you."
Reflection: Reflect on a time when you felt God's protection in your life. How can you deepen your trust in His promise of deliverance today?
Day 3: Pursuing Spiritual Freedom
Just as Harriet Tubman led many to physical freedom, we are called to pursue spiritual freedom in Christ. Despite life's challenges, we must keep running towards the freedom and promises found in Jesus. This journey requires perseverance and faith, as we navigate the distractions and obstacles that seek to hinder our progress. By focusing on Christ, we can experience true liberation and live in the fullness of His promises. [01:03:07]
Galatians 5:1 (ESV): "For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery."
Reflection: Identify a spiritual "chain" or hindrance in your life. What steps can you take today to pursue the freedom that Christ offers?
Day 4: Focusing on the Problem Solver
In the midst of life's distractions and challenges, we are encouraged to focus on God, the ultimate problem solver, rather than the problems themselves. Trusting in His ability to deliver us is key to overcoming our trials. By shifting our focus from the issues we face to the One who holds the solutions, we can find peace and assurance in His divine wisdom and power. [01:17:44]
2 Chronicles 20:12 (ESV): "O our God, will you not execute judgment on them? For we are powerless against this great horde that is coming against us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you."
Reflection: What is one problem you are currently facing? How can you shift your focus from the problem to God, trusting Him to guide you through it?
Day 5: Building a Personal Relationship with God
Knowing Jesus' name is about having a personal relationship with Him. It involves trusting in His power and presence in our lives and expecting His guidance and blessings in every season. This relationship is cultivated through prayer, worship, and a commitment to seeking His will. As we grow closer to Him, we can experience the transformative power of His love and grace in our lives and communities. [01:44:38]
Jeremiah 29:13 (ESV): "You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart."
Reflection: Consider your current relationship with Jesus. What is one practical step you can take today to deepen your connection with Him?
Quotes
You listen to me real good, you call that name, something has to happen. That ain't one of them names you call and nothing happens. If you call that name, something has to happen. Chains have to be broken, sickness has to be healed, the blind has to see, the lame start to walk. [00:53:40] (29 seconds)
Thank you, Lord, for your presence. God, I ask now that you be with us in this preaching moment. Somebody needs to hear a word from you. Somebody didn't come to play church; they came to have church. That God, their only agenda here today is to worship you in spirit and in truth. [01:00:56] (23 seconds)
Our foreparents understood that they couldn't make this journey by themselves. They understood that if they were going to make it out of slavery, if they were going to make it out of the Jim and Jane Crow, if they were going to make it out of the civil rights movement, they couldn't do it unless they kept their hand in God's unchanging hand. [01:06:20] (21 seconds)
We serve the same God who will keep us in the midnight hour, the same God that will keep us through our trials and our tribulations and the storms that we go through in life. We serve a God that is a keeper. And we just have to trust and believe that no matter what we face, no matter what we go through, that God will be with us. [01:07:43] (20 seconds)
Life starts lifing and it becomes difficult. Trials, tribulations, bills, layoffs, unemployment, problems here, problems there, problems everywhere. And once life starts lifing, we tend to focus on the distractions of life more than the one who can get us out of what we're going through. [01:07:21] (24 seconds)
Do you know the one that can keep you in the midst of what you're going through? Do you know the name of the one that can hold you and rock you in the middle of that night hour when everything seems to be falling apart in your life? I'm just trying to figure out. You've been trying to figure it out. [01:08:57] (19 seconds)
Because as long as God is for me, it doesn't make a difference who's against me. Because if you're against me, you're really against the one who's for me. Oh, let me give y'all some text because y'all looking at me like I'm a little crazy here. I'm going to give you some text. [01:10:53] (22 seconds)
See, I'm holding on to him in love because I know that no matter what I go through, the Lord I serve, he will deliver me. I'm just wondering this morning, is there anybody here that knows that God will deliver you? I wonder, is there anybody here that knows that God is a deliverer? [01:15:44] (24 seconds)
He'll protect you. You don't know what it means to need protection until something come after you. But God said I'll protect you and I'll deliver you because you know my name. Really messed me up. I had to tell you it really messed me up because I said to myself God are you kidding me? [01:17:21] (33 seconds)
When you know his name and when you know him he'll deliver you he'll protect you he'll answer your prayers he'll be there with you in trouble he'll rescue you he'll honor you even when people try to put you down he'll honor you. God said I'm going to prepare you a table in the very presence of your enemies. [01:34:06] (33 seconds)
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