Philippians 2:5-11. In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:
6 Who, being in very nature God,
did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage;
7 rather, he made himself nothing
by taking the very nature of a servant,
being made in human likeness.
8 And being found in appearance as a man,
he humbled himself
by becoming obedient to death—
even death on a cross!
9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place
and gave him the name that is above every name,
10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,
in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord,
to the glory of God the Father.
The name of Jesus is not ordinary. It is the name of the Christ who emptied Himself, died for our sins, crushed the head of Satan, and was raised in glory. Yet many believers do not understand what the name of Jesus can do. That is why they struggle through life like unbelievers, living aimlessly without knowing the mission God has given them.
Though they are children of God, some continue to follow the ways of this world, falling into Satan’s schemes and, without realizing it, serving his purposes. Scripture warns that such people may be saved, but “only as one escaping through the flames” (1 Corinthians 3:15).
It is therefore of utmost importance to know who lives in you: “Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in your midst?” (1 Corinthians 3:16). The One who bears the name above every name now dwells in you.
In the name of Jesus, the works of the devil were destroyed (1 John 3:8). God has given you authority to resist and bind Satan in Jesus’ name. You can use His name to set people free from darkness. Through the name of Jesus, a new and living way has been opened to God (John 14:6). When you call on His name, doors that were closed will open, because Jesus holds the key of David. “What He opens no one can shut, and what He shuts no one can open” (Revelation 3:7). Believe this, and you will see the glory of God (John 11:40).
In Jesus’ name, the Holy Spirit came to dwell in you. Jesus said, “The Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and remind you of everything I have said to you” (John 14:26). The Spirit brings you the peace of Christ—a peace the world cannot give. So do not let your heart be troubled, and do not be afraid (John 14:27).
In Jesus’ name, God’s angel armies are mobilized to serve you, carrying out His will. Scripture says, “Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?” (Hebrews 1:14). These unseen hosts respond to the authority of Christ, surrounding your life with protection, delivering you from danger, strengthening you in weakness, and preparing the way for God’s plans to be fulfilled. Just as angels surrounded Elisha with horses and chariots of fire (2 Kings 6:8-23), they also encamp around you today, reminding you that you are never alone and that the power of heaven stands with you in the name of Jesus.
Therefore, pray continually in the name of Jesus, and God will open doors for you to proclaim the mystery of Christ (Colossians 4:3). Wherever you go, in Jesus’ name, evil spirits are cast out. Acts 16 records how Paul, knowing the power of that name, commanded an evil spirit to leave a slave girl—and it left her immediately (Acts 16:16–18). Like her, countless people live today under the power of the devil (Acts 10:38). This is why God has called you: to exercise the authority Christ has given you—to drive out demons and overcome all the power of the enemy (Mark 3:15; Luke 10:19). To do so, you must first “bind the strong man” in your mission field (Matthew 12:29).
Scripture also declares that all creation submits to the name of Jesus: “By the power that enables Him to bring everything under His control, He will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like His glorious body” (Philippians 3:21). Why? Because Jesus is the Creator God: “Through Him all things were made; without Him nothing was made that has been made” (John 1:3).
The name of Jesus transcends time and space. Today, God still displays His power in that name wherever the gospel is preached. Chains are broken, lives are restored, and nations are shaken when His name is proclaimed. So, worship His name today. Submit to the authority of His name. In all circumstances, acknowledge Jesus Christ as Lord of your life. And proclaim His name boldly to all nations.
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, break the chains of the enemy, and bring people back to You. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.