The old testament prophetic names of jesus hidden in the pages of law, history, poetry, and prophecy is a myriad of names and titles of jesus. Mar 17, 2014 praying the names of jesus is now available in paperback. Practice of jesus prayer avoid associations dont try to visualize the human person of jesus or any other image. But is this just a formula or is there something more to it. Jesus called the holy spirit the comforter, and the apostle paul writes that the lord is the god of all comfort. In a brief word of introduction i want to define the scope and the limits of this paper. God wants us to know him through his son jesus christ, by means of his holy spirit. To many, this has come to be nothing more than a phrase that is little different from the complimentary close of a letter. When we pray in jesus name, we are expressing faith in at least three facets of his role in the outworking of gods purpose. A single verse in isaiah labels jesus as wonderful counselor, mighty god. Jesus has given us the power to ask in his name, and it is a wonderful privilege of which we should take full advantage. These names focus primarily on the names of the father. The name of the independent, selfcomplete beingi am who i.
He didnt grant this to anybody else, not even an angel. Sending petitions to god and government, to defend religious freedom. Jesus taught, lived and breathed the fire of passion prayer. The pray in jesus name project, colorado springs, colorado. Every time our name is mentioned it brings to mind a picture and a set of characteristics that define our identity. To call on gods name in prayer is to appeal to that aspect of his character that relates to. Latinautor, ascap, adrev publishing, audiam publishing, and 5. In the name of jesus christ for many of us, prayer is most often a matter of supplication. Jesus, in fact, shocked and offended the religious leaders of his day by claiming that he had a fatherson relationship with the god whose name they feared even to pronounce. A single verse in isaiah labels jesus as wonderful counselor, mighty god, everlasting father, prince of peace 9. Ten names of god 10 5 ab, abba father ab, abba the name though the old testament provides many rich names and titles for god, the new testament reveals him most fully. If we are to pray in jesus name, then this means our prayers should reflect jesus own values. Gods world is full of wonders to draw us closer to him.
The bible says that the son of god ranks supremely higher than anyone, even the angels. We can test whether something is in the will of jesus by the following guidelines. We only ask for what jesus would ask for, and only as jesus would pray. Everything that is written here will come within the scope of that title and will not go beyond it. When we pray to elohim, we remember that he is the one who began it all, creating the heavens and the earth and separating light from darkness, water from dry land, night from day. A question was asked in a prison visit about praying in the. Praying in the name of jesus bible a book of truth. As bearers of the name of jesus, we are to take on his likeness. We are to love others the way jesus loved them and to desire their best in every circumstance even if it comes at what seems to hurt us. He has always been in heaven with god and the holy. Pray to god the father in the name of jesus bible knowledge.
Lord jesus christ, son of god, have mercy on me a sinner. The lords prayer, full of wisdom, is short and can be easily memorized. But there were times when jesus decided to pray in nature. Jesus said, these signs will accompany those who believe. Dont be afraid to command pain to leave more than once jesus had to pray.
It means to pray in harmony with his will and character. An advent prayer journal jesus is the author and source, the one tasked with accomplishing our redemption and taking care of business and he has. Most christian prayers are uttered, in the name of jesus. Jesus explicitly asked us to use gods name in prayer. Joy, peace, and powerthese are only some of the gifts promised to those who trust in the name of the lord. Abba, or father jesus and the father are one jesus said, he who sees me sees the father. Abba, or father jesus and the father are one jesus said, he who sees me sees the. The bible is filled with names for jesus, each one revealing a specific aspect of his character or his role. Here are but a few of the names of god that can be called upon in many situations within a marriage relationship. I encourage you to pray in the name of jesus today because as this song proclaims, there is power in this name.
Passion prayer of jesus the christ 15 it is called passion prayer. Our captain is fully capable, fully competent, fully proven, and fully willing. Prayer infant jesus of prague novena catholiconline. This is why eastern christians have long connected the jesus prayer with the act of breathing. Jehovah the selfexistent one, i am the true eternal god, the one who is, used 6,519 times in the old testament, translated lord or lord god.
You will notice that in all of them jesus tells his disciples to pray to the father in his jesus name. Christs prayer three times, mark and john four times, and luke eleven times. Jesus teaching on prayer and when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Use this list of the names of jesus to speak out and pray through either individually or together. When we think of a persons name, that person seems to. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.
You can do this in confidence because each of gods names in scripture reveals an aspect of his nature suited to the need of the moment. The father and i are one so when we pray to jesus, we also pray to the father. But jesus also dedicated long periods of time to prayer. Jul 02, 2019 when we call on the lord and pray the names of god, we are infusing the very essence of god into our prayers. The name of the independent, selfcomplete beingi am who i amonly belongs to jehovah god. But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your father, who is unseen. Praying the names of jesus is now available in paperback. Many supernatural miracles can occur when we pray in the name of jesus and when our attitude is right with god.
One of those days jesus went out to a mountainside to pray. Praying the names of jesus will lead readers into a. There is power in jesus name to be forgiven and come directly into the presence of god. Praying the names of jesus will lead readers into a richer and more rewarding relationship with christ by helping them to understand and pray his names on a. Praying the names and attributes of god the navigators.
So it is when we come before god in the name of jesus. They asked him to teach them to pray the way he prayed, so they too could succeed the way. Litany of the holy name of jesus united states conference. When we call on the lord and pray the names of god, we are infusing the very essence of god into our prayers. We think of his love and the fact that he is praying for us. May 31, 2019 in other words, pray direct to god the father in the name of jesus. Although we know we are amazing, we dont seek glory because we trust god will lift us up in due time james 4. Dont try and take a diversionary path by letting your mind go into the life of jesus or any theological questions. Learning to pray lesson 4 pray in the name of jesus. Jesus and the foundation to the christians position in grace. Download a print friendly pdf of praying the names and attributes of. Holy mary, mother of god, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. How to use a name of god while you pray the moving mama. Jan 01, 2006 praying the names of jesus will lead readers into a richer and more rewarding relationship with christ by helping them to understand and to pray his names on a daily basis.
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. The mysterious name of god which expresses his nature is father. Now i say, ask and you will receive so your joy may be complete john 16. His disciples observed that his success could only be traced to the way he prayed. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the lord jesus, giving thanks to god the father through him colossians 3. Its theme is the theory and prac tice of prayer in the life and teaching of jesus. The name of jesus may either be used alone or be inserted in a more or less developed phrase. Licensed to youtube by adrev for a 3rd party on behalf of music bed music bed. Here are 21 names of god to pray as you seek his face for peace, strength, and power each day. The prayers of jesus are marked by simplicity, brevity, and profundity.
Praying through the names of god is a tool you can use to call on the name of god for a specific need. Praying in the name of jesus jesus said, truly i tell you, whatever you may ask of the father in my name, he will give it to you. We are declaring the truth of who god is, and proclaiming the power and omnipotence of god in our lives. Praying direct to god the father in the name of jesus means you recognize and realize that it is only through jesus and his sacrificial death on the cross that we now have direct access to both him and his father in heaven. Lord, may we who honor the holy name of jesus enjoy his friendship in this life and be filled with eternal joy in the kingdom where he lives and reigns for ever and ever. It is the divine name which alone brings salvation for there is no other name under heav en given to us. Jun 14, 2016 the bible is filled with names for jesus, each one revealing a specific aspect of his character or his role.
Beautifully designed digital downloada pdf prayer infant jesus of prague novena. There is power in jesus name to see answers to prayer question. Praying the names of jesus will lead readers into a richer and more rewarding relationship with christ by helping them to understand and to pray his names on a daily basis. By understanding the biblical context in which these names and titles were revealed, readers will gain a more intimate knowledge of jesus and of his plan for their lives.
Only a handful of jesus prayers are recorded, and jesus teachings on prayer are limited, making every word all the more worth studying and savoring. With all prayer and requests, pray at all times in the holy spirit and be watchful in all perseverance and requests for all the disciples ephesians 6. Glory be glory be to the father, and to the son, and to the holy spirit. Names are more than just a label that separates us from other people. To pray in the name of jesus, however, is to pray in the character. Truly i tell you, they have received their reward in full. The power of the name biblically, knowing a persons name gave the speaker power over that person. To encourage my hearers to pray in the name of jesus, standing under his authority and surrendered to his will. In order to get to the bottom of praying in the name of jesus, we need to consider three things. Praying the names of jesus will lead readers into a richer and more rewarding relationship with christ by helping them to understand and pray his names on a daily basis. Old testament prophecies called him the messiah and the anointed one. By understanding the biblical context in which these names and titles were revealed, readers will gain a more intimate knowledge of jesus and of his plan for rating. Ten names of god 2 1 elohim god, mighty creator eloheem the name elohim is the hebrew word for god that appears in the very first sentence of the bible.
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