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It’s All in the Name
In the Word
Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father (Philippians 2:9–11).
Of the Word
After “Okay,” what is the most widespread word in the world?
Coca-Cola®
Names are very important to us. We buy a particular brand because we know it is a name we can trust. We may be willing to spend more for a brand name prescription than a generic because we hope it is safer or more effective. We are disappointed when a product doesn’t live up to its name.
There is a name that we can always trust — Jesus! His promises may seem unbelievable, but they are true. He really did die for all people. He really did rise from the dead. He truly is preparing a place in heaven for all who believe in Him.
Sadly, Christ’s name is often misused and abused but that will end suddenly one day. Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father (Philippians 2:9–11).
Now that is a name you can trust!
Walking with my Lord
Loving Lord, how grateful I am to bear Your name — Christian. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, help me to live up to it in all that I do and say. It is in Your name I pray. Amen.
Mustard Seed: Simple Trust. Elaine Bickel, author. 26/29 ©2011 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 801 Seminary Place Ste. L010, St. Louis, MO 63105. www.lwml.org
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