Category: Today’s Word

Matthew 16:19. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.”

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When we confessed and believed that Jesus is the Christ, God gave us the keys to His kingdom. We were given full access to what is His and can enjoy every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms (Ephesians 1:3–14).

The Holy Spirit, who lives in us, helps us understand what God has freely given to us (2 Corinthians 2:12). We possess the authority to move heaven and earth in Jesus’ name. Our prayers can open every door.

One of the highest privileges we have is to pray for others. Scripture tells us that we have an anointing from the Holy One to carry out the task of a priest on behalf of others (1 John 2:20).

When the Israelites rebelled against God and worshiped a golden calf, God’s anger burned against them. He was prepared to destroy them and start over with Moses. But Moses interceded, reminding God of His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, to whom He had sworn by His own name.

Because of Moses’ prayer, God changed His mind and had compassion on His people. He did not bring the disaster He had threatened (Exodus 32:9–14). That is the power of intercession.

Still, about 3,000 people died that day because of their idolatry. Moses prayed, “Oh, what a great sin these people have committed! They have made themselves gods of gold. But now, please forgive their sin—but if not, then blot me out of the book you have written” (Exodus 32:32).

Moses repented on behalf of the people and pleaded for God’s grace and mercy. He stood in the gap for his people, laying down his life in prayer before the Lord. God was pleased with his prayer.

In the same way, we have been given the privilege to intercede for others. We repent for the sins of our families and our nation and ask for God’s mercy. In the Old Testament, the priests’ primary role was to intercede for the people through sacrifice and prayer. We now walk in that same priestly privilege, interceding on behalf of unbelieving family members, friends, our communities, and the world.

When we pray in Jesus’ name, the power of Satan that has closed doors in our lives and mission fields begins to collapse. “But if it is by the Spirit of God that I drive out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you. Or again, how can anyone enter a strong man’s house and carry off his possessions unless he first ties up the strong man? Then he can plunder his house” (Matthew 12:28–29).

Through prayer, we can tie up the “strong man.” That is the authority God gave us when we believed. Jesus, who has all authority in heaven and on earth, is our eternal foundation. And the Spirit of God, who created the universe, lives in us. When we rely on His authority and rebuke the devil in Jesus’ name, the enemy will be bound and flee from us.

Let us hold onto this promise and devote ourselves to prayer. God will open every door in our mission fields for the sake of the gospel (Acts 2:1–13). He will fill us with His power so we can be Christ’s witnesses to the ends of the earth.

There are no doors God cannot open. When the church prayed earnestly for Peter while he was in prison, God sent an angel to open the prison gate and rescue him (Acts 12:5–10).

So do not be discouraged when doors appear closed. Do not worry about anything. Listen to the One who lives in you: “These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open” (Revelation 3:7).

He is with you always, to the very end of the age. Use the keys He has given you. Unleash the power of prayer all day, every day, in Jesus’ name.

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Prayer. Father, I come before You on behalf of my family, school, workplace, the nation, and the world. Have mercy on them so that they might turn to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Luke 11:13. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!

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Why does prayer change everything? Jesus answered that question: When we pray, our Father in heaven will give us the Holy Spirit (Luke 11:13).

But didn’t the Holy Spirit already come to us when we believed? Doesn’t the Bible say, “Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in your midst?” (1 Corinthians 3:16). What then did Jesus mean in Today’s Word?

When we believe and receive Jesus as the Christ, the Holy Spirit comes into our lives and seals us as God’s own. At that moment, we are given the identity of God’s children—a status that can never be revoked. However, just because we’ve become children of God does not mean we instantly enjoy all the blessings that come with it.

A baby born into a royal family is immediately a prince, but until he matures and is trained, he cannot inherit the throne or rule the kingdom. Even if he faces hardship or limitations, his royal identity does not change. Yet he cannot fully enjoy his rights as a prince until he grows.

In the same way, once the Holy Spirit enters our lives, our identity as children of God is permanent. Regardless of circumstances, that identity remains. But although we are saved, we may not always experience the mystery and privileges of being God’s children. Spiritual immaturity can prevent us from enjoying those blessings. Only as we mature in the gospel can we begin to live in that identity.

This growth doesn’t come through human effort but through the grace of God. The One who helps us live as God’s children is the Holy Spirit, our Counselor. We were once in darkness without hope, but by God’s grace we were saved. And it is by that same grace—not law-keeping or good works—that we begin to realize and enjoy our identity as God’s children. This is entirely the work of the Holy Spirit.

That work begins when we pray. The Holy Spirit leads us into God’s grace and mercy. The best way to live victoriously and experience the privileges of being God’s children is by following the guidance of the Holy Spirit. For unbelievers, nothing is more urgent than salvation. But for believers, nothing is more vital than the work of the Holy Spirit, who enables them to enjoy their identity and authority in Christ.

There is no greater gift in prayer than receiving the Holy Spirit of grace. When the Spirit works in us, everything changes—because He is the Spirit of Christ, and Christ is the answer to everything. When the Spirit of Christ fills our lives, every problem meets its solution.

Through the Spirit, our old habits and nature begin to fade. We still struggle with things like negative thinking, fear, complaints, selfishness, and addiction. Many try to overcome these on their own and fall into despair when they fail. They may think they lack faith, but legalistic striving is not faith. True faith is resting in God’s grace. Only by the Holy Spirit’s power can we be set free from our old selves. That’s the good news.

We have nothing to boast about—it is all God’s grace. When we understand that the same God who saved us is the One who continues to change us through His Spirit, we can live with humility and freedom. This is why receiving the Holy Spirit through prayer is the greatest answer we can receive.

So come before your Father’s throne with confidence. There, you will find grace, mercy, and help in your time of need (Hebrews 4:16).

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Prayer. Father, I come before You with the confidence You’ve given me through faith in Christ. May Your Spirit work in my spirit, soul, heart, mind, and body when I pray. Heal me, restore me, and help me grow more into Your image. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Hebrews 4:16. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

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The moment we received and believed in Jesus as the Christ, we were given the right to become children of God (John 1:12). As God’s children, we now have the privilege to approach His throne of grace with confidence and receive answers to our prayers. These answers do not come because of anything we’ve done, but simply because of who we are—His beloved children.

God has also given us the name of Jesus as our guarantee: “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.” (John 16:24)

The name of Jesus is the master key that opens every door in heaven and on earth (Matthew 16:19). That’s why our prayers, offered in His name, are powerful and effective (James 5:16).

When we pray, it’s vital that we pray with an earnest heart and clear requests. Jesus illustrated this through a parable:

“Suppose you have a friend, and you go to him at midnight and say, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves of bread; a friend of mine on a journey has come to me, and I have no food to offer him.’ And suppose the one inside answers, ‘Don’t bother me. The door is already locked, and my children and I are in bed. I can’t get up and give you anything.’ I tell you, even though he will not get up and give you the bread because of friendship, yet because of your shameless audacity, he will surely get up and give you as much as you need.” (Luke 11:5–8)

This is how we are to come to our Father—in boldness and confidence. By the blood of Jesus, we have access to the Most Holy Place. Through Him, a new and living way has been opened to us (Hebrews 10:19–20).

So don’t lose heart when you pray. Trust the One who does not delay in answering. Jesus reminded us:

“Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up. He said: ‘In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor cared what people thought. And there was a widow in that town who kept coming to him with the plea, ‘Grant me justice against my adversary.’For some time, he refused. But finally he said to himself, ‘Even though I don’t fear God or care what people think, yet because this widow keeps bothering me, I will see that she gets justice, so that she won’t eventually come and attack me!’And the Lord said, ‘Listen to what the unjust judge says. And will not God bring about justice for his chosen ones, who cry out to him day and night? Will he keep putting them off? I tell you, he will see that they get justice, and quickly. However, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on the earth?’” (Lk 18:1-8).

In the parable of the persistent widow and the unjust judge, Jesus taught that if even an indifferent judge could be moved by persistence, how much more will our loving Father respond to those who cry out to Him day and night. He will bring justice swiftly.

God is not like the unjust judge. He listens intently, like a tender Father leaning in to hear His child: “Because he bends down to listen, I will pray as long as I have breath.” (Psalm 116:2)

When trials and suffering come—especially for the sake of the gospel—don’t give in to discouragement. Keep bringing your case before the righteous Judge. He will answer in His perfect time. So, give all your worries to Him. Turn every concern into a prayer:

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6–7)

Every problem is an opportunity to experience God’s power and an invitation to prayer. When you respond with thanksgiving and trust, you’ll be filled with God’s peace and begin to see His answers unfold in your life.

You are no longer a child of the devil—you are a child of the Most High God. You have been born from above. So, pray like a child of heaven.

Ask for what is above. Draw down every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms into your everyday life. Through your prayer, the reality of God’s kingdom can break through here on earth.

And when it does, the kingdom of Satan will fall. Wherever God sends you, people living in darkness will see the light of the gospel.

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Prayer. Father, help me pray like a child of the Most High God. Strengthen my faith and help me overcome any unbelief when I come before You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Matthew 6:31-33. So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ ³² For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. ³³ But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 

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Everyone prays in one way or another. Religious people pray. Those without faith pray. Even those who claim not to believe in God still pursue the things of this world with all their heart, mind, and strength—that, in itself, is a kind of prayer. Whatever dominates a person’s thoughts becomes their prayer. But the real question is: to whom are these prayers actually offered?

It’s worth asking: why and how do unbelievers receive answers to their prayers? All religions practice some form of prayer. But how can prayers offered to idols produce results? And how do leaders of cults or false religions display supernatural power?

The truth is, unbelievers can and often do receive what they ask for. But in the end, it leads to ruin: “There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death” (Proverbs 14:12). The source of those answers is not God—it’s the father of lies, the devil (John 8:44). These answers are deceptive, designed to lead people further away from the truth. Many are fooled, simply because what they asked for appeared to come true.

Without understanding salvation, a person cannot truly pray to God. Adam’s original position in the Garden of Eden was unique—God blessed him and gave him dominion over all creation: “Then God blessed them and said, ‘Be fruitful and multiply. Fill the earth and govern it. Reign over the fish in the sea, the birds in the sky, and all the animals that scurry along the ground’” (Genesis 1:28). This was a position of absolute blessing and authority.

But when humanity lost paradise, we were utterly separated from the glory and presence of God (Genesis 3:11–15). As a result, suffering, disease, and death entered the world. All people began to follow the ways of the world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air—the devil (Ephesians 2:2). Every person was destined for eternal destruction.

Worst of all, we lost the privilege to pray to God.

Now, under the devil’s control, people desire to carry out his will (John 8:44). In his dominion, there is no true peace, no real rest. That’s why people constantly worry, asking, “What shall we eat?” “What shall we drink?” “What shall we wear?” Trapped in anxiety and fear, they chase after these things because they belong to the family of darkness. They fall into all kinds of deception, just like the Samaritans who were captivated by Simon the sorcerer for a long time (Acts 8:9–13).

Scripture makes it clear that answers to the prayers of unbelievers do not come from God: “Do I mean then that food sacrificed to an idol is anything, or that an idol is anything? No, but the sacrifices of pagans are offered to demons, not to God, and I do not want you to be participants with demons” (1 Corinthians 10:19–20). In other words, what they receive in response to their prayers comes from demons. And the “solutions” they experience only lead to greater suffering and deeper bondage.

At times, people achieve success or see dreams come true without ever worshiping God. This may result from strong willpower or intense desire. Under God’s common grace, when people focus their energy on a goal, some things do come to pass. But these accomplishments do not provide the true, fundamental answer that only God can give. In fact, the result may be worse than before:

“When an impure spirit comes out of a person, it goes through arid places seeking rest and does not find it. Then it says, ‘I will return to the house I left.’ When it arrives, it finds the house unoccupied, swept clean and put in order. Then it goes and takes with it seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and live there. And the final condition of that person is worse than the first. That is how it will be with this wicked generation” (Matthew 12:43–45).

God chooses whom He listens to—only His children. The answers that come from the Father are entirely different from the deceptive gifts of the enemy. That’s why anyone who approaches God in prayer must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him (Hebrews 11:6). Everyone who had this faith conquered the world (Hebrews 11:38).

When you pray, remember who God is and who you are. Believe that nothing is impossible with your Father. Prayer that is based on human standards or self-effort is not true prayer. Your Father is the Creator, who made all things from nothing by His Word. He is the one who makes a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland (Isaiah 43:19). His ways and thoughts are far higher than ours (Isaiah 55:8–9).

He dwells in you by His Spirit and works powerfully through you when you pray in Jesus’ name. He fulfills His promises found in His Word. So pray with faith in Him. Ask not for what you want, but for what He desires—His kingdom and His righteousness. That is the heart of prayer for those who are truly God’s children.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the privilege of prayer that I have in Jesus Christ. Help me to pray as Your child—enjoying You, trusting You, and seeking what You desire. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

John 15:16. You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.

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Until Jesus returns, we will face hardships, temptations, and the schemes of the devil. But nothing in this world can ultimately harm us if Jesus—who has all authority in heaven and on earth—is with us to the very end of the age.

All we need to do is pray in His name and command in His name. When we truly understand this, we understand the gospel. And when we remain in Him, His authority and power within us will naturally be revealed.

Scripture teaches two kinds of prayer: presenting our requests as a child of God (Philippians 4:6), and commanding by the authority of Jesus Christ.

For example, Peter didn’t ask for healing when he met the crippled man at the temple gate (Acts 3:1–5). He boldly declared the name of Jesus: “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk” (Acts 3:6).

Many believers don’t pray this kind of commanding prayer simply because they don’t know the power in His name or don’t know how to use the authority of Christ contained in His name. This is why they are defeated in spiritual battles against the enemy.

Sadly, there are also false prophets who misuse the name of Jesus to deceive (Matthew 24:4–5; Acts 19:13–16). They chase after selfish desires, glorify shameful things, and are enslaved by ambition and greed (Philippians 3:19). But their end is destruction.

On the other hand, many conservative Christian communities avoid commanding prayer—not necessarily because of disbelief, but often out of fear or spiritual misunderstanding. This, too, is part of the enemy’s strategy to silence the power of believers given from above.

To this end, we must reclaim and walk in our heavenly authority (Philippians 3:20). Do not be deceived or make peace with the devil—rebuke him in Jesus’ name. Resist him with Christ’s authority, and he will flee (James 4:7).

God has even given us the authority to mobilize His angel armies in the name of Jesus. Never let anyone steal that authority from you.

As we stand on the Word of God and pray in Jesus’ name, the devil is bound (Matthew 12:29), and angelic forces are activated (2 Kings 6:17). We must believe in this spiritual reality—and pass it on to the next generation.

Scripture assures us: “To all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” (John 1:12). And Jesus said: “Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete” (John 16:24).

When we pray with faith in Jesus’ name, our Father is glorified: “I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it” (John 14:13–14).

Prayer unlocks a fruitful life: “I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you” (John 15:16).

Before we pray, we must believe what happens when we pray. The Holy Spirit begins to work powerfully in us and through us (Acts 1:8; 1:14; 2:1–4), and the kingdom of Satan is pushed back (Matthew 12:25–28). Angels are dispatched to minister to us (Hebrews 1:14; Revelation 8:3–4).

God promises to answer and reveal great and unsearchable things (Jeremiah 33:3). But without faith, it’s impossible to please Him—we must believe that He exists and rewards those who seek Him earnestly (Hebrews 11:6).

Believing in God’s promises is key to powerful prayer. Abraham believed, and he received: “Since there was no one greater for him to swear by, God swore by himself… And so after waiting patiently, Abraham received what was promised” (Hebrews 6:13–14).

As you pray, seek God’s will: “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us” (1 John 5:14).

Discern His will through the Word, through through His Spirit, and your local church . But beware: selfish motives block answers to prayer (James 4:3).

Remember why Jesus gave us authority—to cast out demons (Mark 3:15), and to overcome all the power of the enemy (Luke 10:19). The world is under the devil’s control (1 John 5:19), and he is behind much of the chaos we see.

That’s why Jesus said: “How can anyone enter a strong man’s house and carry off his possessions unless he first ties up the strong man?” (Matthew 12:29). When the saints take their stand in Christ’s authority, the devil is bound and defeated.

The world is filled with spiritual, emotional, and physical suffering. But Jesus gave us authority “to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness” (Matthew 10:1).

The name and authority of Jesus still break the works of the devil (1 John 3:8) and still bring the spiritually dead to life (Ephesians 2:1–5). By His name, the kingdom comes, God’s will is done, sins are forgiven, and protected from the evil one—even today (Matthew 6:10–12).

But take heed: “If I had cherished sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened” (Psalm 66:18). God doesn’t condemn you—He loves you, knows your weakness, and has already laid your sin on His Son (Isaiah 53:6).

So don’t be afraid when God calls, “Where are you?” (Genesis 3:9). He seeks you not to punish, but to restore you through Christ’s blood. Just confess—He is faithful to forgive and cleanse you (1 John 1:9).

Now is the time to restore the joy of your salvation. Reclaim the authority of Jesus. Rediscover the power of prayer. Prayers offered in the name of Jesus Christ can change anything and open any door. So go—use His name and authority to heal the world.

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Prayer. Father, thank You for the name of Jesus that made me alive. Thank You for the authority that gives me power over Satan, sin, and hell. In the name and authority of Jesus, I will go now to heal this world, broken and burdened by darkness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Matthew 12:28. But if it is by the Spirit of God that I drive out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.

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What Does It Mean to Believe in Jesus?

To believe in Jesus is more than agreeing with facts—it’s receiving Him personally. As John 1:12 says, “Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.”

Believing is also about living with Christ. In Revelation 3:20, Jesus says, “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me.” This is a relationship, not religion.

And believing means surrendering to Christ. Galatians 2:20 says, “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”

Believing in Christ is not like trusting people, who may fail or break promises. When we believe in Jesus, we trust that He comes to live in us—forever. He knows we are broken and unfaithful, yet He will never leave us. Nothing can separate us from His love. Through the Holy Spirit, He strengthens and empowers us. That’s what it means to believe in Jesus.

Some say, “Believe in Jesus and you’ll go to heaven when you die.” While that’s true, it’s not the whole gospel. When you believe in Jesus as the Christ, God gives undeniable evidence of His presence now. The moment you believe, you receive the authority to become a child of God.

You’ll witness the authority of Jesus Christ actively working in your life. You’ll be set free from the power of Satan. You no longer need to follow the patterns of this world or worship false idols. Instead, you will worship the living God. The Holy Spirit will lead you to your eternal home in heaven—and guide you here and now. So you don’t have to fear anything in life.

When you pray in the authority of Jesus, all things become possible: “You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it” (John 14:14). Jesus not only broke the power of Satan—He walks with you daily.

In the moment you believe, you are rescued from the power of Satan, sin, and hell—and adopted as God’s child. Your life begins to transform. Listen to Jesus’ words: “The Spirit of truth… lives with you and will be in you” (John 14:17). Because the Holy Spirit lives in you, you can be certain that God is with you.

Our faith is not like the world’s faith. When you trust in Jesus, you understand that all your burdens were already laid on Him at the cross. Even in trials and pain, the Holy Spirit teaches, comforts, and reminds you of God’s promises: “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit… will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you” (John 14:26).

And you are anointed: “But you have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth” (1 John 2:20). God has poured out His Spirit into every part of you—your soul, your mind, your very thoughts and emotions.

Even someone suffering from mental illness, when they receive Jesus, is filled with the Holy Spirit. “But if it is by the Spirit of God that I drive out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you” (Matthew 12:28). When God’s kingdom enters, Satan’s must flee. You now carry that same authority: “…to have authority to drive out demons” (Mark 3:15).

Through God’s Word, healing begins—spiritual, mental, and even physical: “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart” (Hebrews 4:12).

Before ascending to heaven, Jesus gave us this promise: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses… to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). His power and authority are with us today and forever.

Sadly, many believers live unaware of this authority. They struggle with weakness, worldliness, and Satan’s lies because they don’t realize what Jesus has already given them. That’s why many churches feel powerless in the spiritual battle.

But Jesus made this promise: “On this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell will not overcome it” (Matthew 16:18). It’s time to rise and reclaim the authority of Christ in our lives and in our churches.

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Prayer. Father, open my eyes to see the truth of this world and the power You’ve given me. Help me to walk in the spiritual authority that comes from Christ, and use it to bring healing and salvation to this generation. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Matthew 28:18. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.”

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People are destined to fail because they are unaware of seven essential truths. Humanity was created in the image of God (Genesis 1:27), and therefore, true happiness can only be found in knowing God.

However, all have sinned and fallen into the hands of Satan. As a result, the image of God within them was broken, and spiritual death entered their lives, cutting them off completely from the glory of God (Genesis 3:1–10; Ephesians 2:1–2; John 8:44).

Consequently, failure, death, and suffering became permanent parts of human life (Genesis 3:11–20). Everyone is a sojourner, passing through life, eventually returning to the Creator God to spend eternity either in heaven or in hell (Luke 16:19–31).

To restore life and the broken image of God in us, Jesus came to destroy the power of Satan, sin, and hell (1 John 3:8; Mark 10:45; John 14:6). How was this possible?

Because Jesus was both God and man (John 1:14). He is the Christ—the Anointed One! This is why, when one receives and believes in Jesus as the Christ, all problems of the past, present, and future are resolved once and for all (Matthew 11:28).

Understanding the authority of Jesus Christ, our relationship to it, and how to use it is key to living a victorious life. Knowing His authority means we also possess spiritual authority. Without it, we cannot help those still under the power of the devil (Acts 10:38). In other words, true evangelism will not take place.

The greatest challenge in life is overcoming the authority of evil spirits, which seek to bring failure into our lives. But the authority that breaks Satan’s power belongs to Christ—and God has given that same authority to those who believe: “Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” (John 1:12)

Receiving and believing in Jesus as the Christ changes everything—our identity and our authority. Jesus possesses all authority in heaven and on earth (Matthew 28:18), and with His authority, nothing is impossible. There is nothing we cannot overcome in the name of Jesus.

Jesus also has authority over sin: “But I want you to know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins” (Matthew 9:6). Everyone is burdened under the curse of sin. But as the True Priest, Jesus broke the power of sin and death by giving His life as a ransom for us all (Mark 10:45).

When you experience the authority of Jesus—your True King—defeating Satan in your life, you will be amazed: “What is this? A new teaching—and with authority! He even gives orders to impure spirits and they obey him.” (Mark 1:27)

Scripture says Jesus came to destroy the devil’s work (1 John 3:8). But what exactly is the devil’s work? According to Genesis 3:1–10, it’s planting pride and unbelief in people’s hearts. This is how Satan led all of humanity to rebel against God. And he continues to use the same tactics today, leading the world astray (Revelation 12:9). This is the very work Jesus came to destroy.

To this end, God sent His Son to rescue us from the dominion of darkness and bring us into the kingdom of His beloved Son (Colossians 1:13). What is the dominion of darkness? It is the power of hell. As our True Prophet, Jesus transferred us from hell to heaven through Himself (John 14:6).

Our eternal destiny is determined by the authority of Jesus, the ultimate Judge: “And he has given him authority to judge because he is the Son of Man” (John 5:24). Truly, His name and His authority are remarkable—God made it so.

Through Christ, God opened the way for us to experience heaven here on earth: “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete” (John 16:24).

We have full access to what’s in the kingdom of God: “I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven” (Matthew 16:19).

As a good Father, God has given His children the master key to His house. That master key is the name and authority of Jesus Christ, our Lord. And He wants us to use it.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the authority You gave me when I believed in Your Son, Jesus, as the Christ. Now I know that nothing is impossible through His name and His authority. So I will go and make disciples of all nations, just as You commanded. Lead me to the places You want me to go with the gospel.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Acts 4:12. Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to man by which we must be saved.

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Only in the name of Jesus can we receive salvation and answers to prayer. But how can you truly experience the power of His name? You must first know who Jesus is. On the cross, He resolved all of your long-standing, fundamental problems once and for all:

“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.” (Isaiah 53:5–6)

When you come and kneel before the throne of God in Jesus’ name, every problem is unraveled. In His name, you overcome every circumstance. In His name, you begin to see God’s hidden blessings behind every trial and hardship.

This is the privilege of the saints. Nothing can touch those who have been marked with the name of Jesus. That is how awesome and powerful His name truly is.

When you know Jesus as your True King, you will experience freedom from the hand of Satan:

“The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work.” (1 John 3:8)

When you know Jesus as your True Priest, you will experience freedom from the law of sin and death:

“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death.” (Romans 8:1–2)

When you know Jesus as your True Prophet, you will experience a new and living way to God:

“Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’” (John 14:6)

Trust in the name of Jesus, and you will begin to enjoy God’s fundamental blessings—spiritually, physically, and in every aspect of life:

“Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.” (3 John 1:2)

Salvation comes when you believe what God has done for you through Christ:

“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8)

No one can be forced to believe; it is only through faith in the Word of God. The Holy Spirit is the one who helps you realize why God has wanted to save you since the beginning of time:

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)

Simply attending church is not enough. You must receive Jesus as the Christ. Receive Him as Lord and Savior through prayer—acknowledge Him and invite Him into the center of your life:

“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” (Revelation 3:20)

When you do, the Holy Spirit will enter your life and change your identity—from a child of the devil to a child of God:

“And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever.” (John 14:16)

Your body becomes a dwelling place for God:

“Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in your midst?” (1 Corinthians 3:16)

This makes you incredibly valuable. Nothing can destroy you. With the help of the Holy Spirit, you will begin to understand the depth of your identity and blessings:

“What we have received is not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may understand what God has freely given us.” (1 Corinthians 2:12)

As a child of God, you won’t be intimidated. You won’t live in envy. You won’t compromise. Most of all, you will stop worrying about life:

“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 14:26–27)

The Holy Spirit becomes your Guide and Counselor, always pointing you to the Word of God.

Now you have the right to ask in Jesus’ name and receive: “You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.” (John 14:14)

Pray while holding onto His Word: “If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.” (John 15:7)

In your mission field, you are under the protection and service of God’s angel armies: “Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?” (Hebrews 1:14)

Angels are real. They carry out God’s Word and serve those who belong to Him:

“Praise the Lord, you his angels, you mighty ones who do his bidding, who obey his word. Praise the Lord, all his heavenly hosts, you his servants who do his will. Praise the Lord, all his works everywhere in his dominion.” (Psalm 103:20–22)

Even in your weakness, the Holy Spirit empowers you to break Satan’s power in Jesus’ name. When God called you, He also gave you this authority: “And to have authority to drive out demons.” (Mark 3:15)

Now, you are under the protection of heaven: “But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 3:20)

You have full access to the things above and can unlock them with the keys Jesus has given you:

“I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” (Matthew 16:19)

You’ve received the authority and privilege to save the world with the gospel:

“Then Jesus came to them and said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.’” (Matthew 28:18–20)

But it is vital to declare and profess this truth:

“If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.” (Romans 10:9–10)

“Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But whoever disowns me before others, I will disown before my Father in heaven.” (Matthew 10:32–33)

The only true confession must be: “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” (Matthew 16:16)

That’s why we must publicly proclaim His name: “And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” (Acts 2:21)

Finally, you will demonstrate the evidence of Jesus’ name working in your life through evangelism:

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8)

As you commit to living as Christ’s witness, you will experience the power of the Holy Spirit. That is the best way to live:

“‘Truly I tell you,’ Jesus replied, ‘no one who has left home or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or fields for me and the gospel will fail to receive a hundred times as much in this present age: homes, brothers, sisters, mothers, children and fields—along with persecutions—and in the age to come eternal life.’” (Mark 10:29–30)

Trials and hardships may come, but they are nothing compared to what awaits you: “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” (Romans 8:18)

Don’t get trapped in the maze of religion—break free and stand firm on God’s eternal covenant!

Begin a deep, personal relationship with God. Daily fellowship with Him is the true source of strength. How do you do this? Meditate on the Word all day long. That is the highest form of prayer and the purest way to enjoy God.

In every situation, don’t rely on your own strength or understanding. Acknowledge Jesus as Lord and obey Him out of love.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the mighty name of Jesus, who saved me from the power of Satan, sin, and hell. Use my life to proclaim His name to all nations. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

 John 17:11-12. I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one. ¹² While I was with them, I protected them and kept them safe by that name you gave me. None has been lost except the one doomed to destruction so that Scripture would be fulfilled. 

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The name of Jesus Christ was prophesied for thousands of years. All prophecies concerning Him were recorded in the 39 books of the Old Testament—and Jesus fulfilled every one of them!

That’s why His name is above every name. At the name of Jesus, every knee will bow—in heaven, on earth, and under the earth (Philippians 2:9–10). It is truly a remarkable name.

Throughout history, every nation that called on His name was spared from disaster and experienced incredible blessings. The name of Jesus has transformed everything—ideologies, philosophies, politics, economies, and cultures.

Anyone who understands the power of Jesus’ name can impact lives around the world (Acts 1:8). Even in the face of hardship and persecution, the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God overcomes the world (1 John 5:4–5).

God has given us the most powerful name. When we rejoice in His name, pray in His name, and give thanks in all circumstances through the power of His name, we will witness the amazing works of God in our lives (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18).

The world is full of deception fueled by the kingdom of Satan. Nothing in this world can offer true peace and happiness. Do not be deceived by the promises of the world.

In the name of Jesus, you will discover the mystery of God. Through His name, you will experience the power of God. The name of Jesus is the master key that opens every door.

Once Jesus opens a door, no one can shut it (Revelation 3:8). Behind that door are great and unsearchable things that God has prepared for you (Jeremiah 33:3). When you discover them, you will testify to what you have seen and heard. This is the privilege and blessing of evangelism and missions.

So, what is the great mystery within the name of Jesus? Humanity is without rest and peace because of separation from God. No worldly method can restore that relationship. People wander through life searching for meaning, but nothing they possess can stop the disasters they face. They cannot escape the power of Satan, sin, and hell.

Motivated by His great love for us, God placed all our problems on Christ—the True King, True Priest, and True Prophet. When we believe in the name of Jesus, the power of Satan is broken: “The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work” (1 John 3:8).

Jesus solved every problem of life. He removed the root cause—Satan. Through Christ, God delivered us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son (Colossians 1:13).

When we pray in the name of Jesus, God dispatches His angelic armies, invisible to our eyes, to carry out His will (Hebrews 12:22). Aware of our weakness, He sends His angels to serve those who will inherit salvation (Hebrews 1:14).

You belong to the kingdom of heaven. The moment you believed in Jesus’ name, God granted you heavenly citizenship and blessed you with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms (Ephesians 1:3).

This doesn’t mean we don’t need anything in the world, but we must first experience the spiritual blessings of God. Without these foundational blessings, we may end up living like unbelievers—something that is not fitting for God’s children.

Therefore, we must pray to our glorious Father, the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, asking Him to give us the Spirit of wisdom and revelation so that we may know Him better (Ephesians 1:17).

We also ask that God open the eyes of our hearts so we may understand the hope to which we are called, and the riches of His glorious inheritance in His people.

God’s power is at work in us who believe. It is the same mighty strength He used to raise Christ from the dead and seat Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms (Ephesians 1:18–20).

Remember, if you believe that Jesus is the Christ, you already possess everything: “That they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge” (Colossians 2:2–3).

Listen to Paul’s confession after discovering this truth: “But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord… I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ and be found in Him” (Philippians 3:7–9).

This is the incredible grace of God revealed in Christ. Even now, Jesus is praying for us: “They are still in the world. Holy Father, protect them by the power of Your name—the name You gave Me” (John 17:11).

Nothing saves like the name of Jesus. Nothing protects like His name. Nothing empowers like His name. Only with His name, one can overcome Satan, sin, or hell (Acts 4:12).

So hold firmly to His name. Use His name. Proclaim His name to all nations. Heal the world through the power of His name.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the name of Jesus Christ—the name above every name. By the power of His name, I know I will overcome the world and bring people back to You.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

1 Peter 2:2-3. Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.

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Mankind was created uniquely to be with God (Genesis 1:27) and was blessed to enjoy a relationship with Him (Genesis 1:28). But sin brought death to all people: “As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins” (Ephesians 2:1).

Because of sin, we were separated from God, came under the power of the devil, and in the shadow of the curse of hell. That’s why the only way to life is to be born again through Christ. Jesus said, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again” (John 3:3). By God’s grace, when we believed, we experienced His goodness, that is, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Like newborn babies longing for milk, we should desire the pure Word of God, which helps us grow strong in our salvation (1 Peter 2:2–3). Continue to search the Scriptures to discover how we meet and enjoy God. As you do, you’ll see that Jesus is truly the way, the truth, and the life, because He is the Christ (John 14:6).

God also wants us to grow and mature in our faith, “attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ” (Ephesians 4:13). Those who still live on spiritual milk are not yet mature. But those who have grown in their faith can discern what is good and what is not (Hebrews 5:13–14).

So let’s also keep sharing Christ with others. We teach and guide others with wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ (Colossians 1:28). Don’t give up doing good. Let patience work in your life. In the end, it will make you complete and mature—just as God wants you to be (James 1:4).

As you grow in Christ, others will notice. You will be His witness wherever you go—even to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8). Continue to enjoy the new life you’ve been given. Trust God in every situation. Live out your identity and authority in Christ.

Stay rooted in the gospel, not in religion. Let the Word of God strengthen you in the grace of Christ. And God will use your life to make Jesus known in places where He has not yet been proclaimed (Romans 15:20).

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Prayer. Father, thank You for feeding me with Your Word today. Help me grow strong in Christ. Open my eyes to see more of Him in the Word. Lead me to places where Christ is not yet known, and help me proclaim Him. In Jesus’ name, Amen.