Sermons on called by name:

What's In A Name?

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

Learn the right way to use the name of Jesus in this message on the power of His name.

What’s In A Name? How To Use the Name of Jesus 11/17/04 I. Introduction In William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Romeo delivers a monologue outside of Juliet’s window in which he’s obviously battling within himself the controversy between the house of Capulet and the house of Montague exclaims, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's In A Name? Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 3, 2007

The second in a series of messages on the person of Jesus as seen through the Christmas story. This message focuses on the names of Jesus as seen in the birth narrative.

What’s in a Name? Selected Passages December 2, 2007 Morning Service Introduction When Elizabeth was pregnant with Abigail, she was due in early December. As we approached the holidays, there was a great anticipation. I will never forget the conversation that Elizabeth and I had about naming ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Church Of God

The Sacred Name

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Feb 18, 2023

Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? "Do not take Name of the Lord your God in vain, for God will not hold you guiltless," meaning He will not forgive that.

Today, "The Sacred Name". Have you ever considered the power of God's Name? Do you know the danger of using the Sacred Name in vain? Consider the rich benefits of keeping the Ten Commandments. It's the blueprint for a great society in America. America has lost its moral compass, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's In A Name? Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Feb 5, 2007

Fourth in a six-part series on the life of faith as seen in the person of Abraham

Shortcuts to God’s will are not worth taking. In chapter 16, we read that Abram and Sarai decided that enough was enough; perhaps God meant that Abram would have a son by another woman, since Sarai was barren, and so she gave her maiden Hagar to Abram. Hagar conceived and bore Ishmael to Abram; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What's In A Name Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 29, 2005

The name Jesus means, "God Saves." The name declares who Jesus is and what Jesus was born to do. Jesus saves us from our sins, but also for an abundant life.

Luke 2:21-40 “What’s In A Name?” INTRODUCTION Names are very important to us. We are often admonished by parents to, “keep the family name,” which is translated, “don’t do anything stupid or illegal.” Some people go through life struggling with the name they were given, like the character in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Lutheran

At The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 25, 2017

The world tries to stifle the name of Jesus. Why? Because that name opens the door to the supernatural. The Name of Jesus is the only name recognized on Earth, in Hell, and in Heaven. It has the power to save souls, heal bodies, and conquer demons!

AT THE NAME OF JESUS Phip. 2:5-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: “IT’S A MIRACLE” 1. There were a couple of brothers who didn’t mind getting sent to their room as punishment, because just outside their window was a huge old fruit tree. 2. The boys would close their door, raise the window, and climb down ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Name Dropping

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 17, 2023

If your cry of “Lord, Lord,” is a cry for help, not a boast of power, his answer is, “Come unto me.”

I could have called this sermon Identity Theft, or Forged Documents, or Illegal Entry, or any one of a number of buzz-words regarding one of today’s hot political topics, illegal immigration. Because this passage is about trying to get something you don’t deserve by pretending to be someone you’re ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, James 2:17-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Name Of Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 5, 2023

This sermon explores the prophetic proclamation, attributes, and perception of Jesus Christ as revealed in Isaiah 9:6, aiming to deepen understanding and faith.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to stand before you today, as we gather in the house of the Lord, ready to receive His word. It's a precious time, a sacred space, where we can collectively lean in, listen, and let the Holy Spirit illuminate our hearts and minds. We are here to focus on a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Topics: Understanding Jesus, Attributes

A New Name Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 16, 2009

Who are we as Christians?

Topical: A New Name March 1st, 2008 Identity in Christ Sometimes you meet someone who has a very special effect on you. For whatever reason there is just something about them that keeps you from remembering their name. I dont know what it is but I am terrible with names. Most people I meet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-17

Denomination: *other

What's In A Name? Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 11, 2005

The word vanity, used often in the Old Testament, means “to empty of con-tent, to make irrelevant.” That’s what the The third commandment is about emptying God’s name of significance; making it irrelevant; identifying God as something He is not.

“WHAT’S IN A NAME?” (Exodus 20:7) I played in a golf tournament the other day. I was in a foursome with three men whom I had never met. (The tournament format required that we be paired together because we all had similar handicaps. I didn’t know these guys because I make it a practice to never ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

The Name Of The Game Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jan 17, 2022

The blessings of God will not carry you to where the grace of God cannot keep or sustain you.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF NO: 021 COLUMNIST: Rudolf Nii Yemoh Mensah PRELATE: Oasis Potterlight Chapel International (OPCI) OPENING PASSAGE: Hebrews 13:5, NIV: "Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have because God has said, 'Never will I leave ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5, 1 Timothy 6:10, Ecclesiastes 10:19

Denomination: Charismatic

What's In A Name? Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 13, 2012

Your name has meaning! It reveals the depth of who you are...your character, nature and reputation. It is one thing you will carry to your grave! God's name is important as well! Using His name flippantly is sin. There is no greater name!

Exodus 20:7 What’s in a Name? As I prepared this series, I realized how little we actually preach or teach on the Ten Commandments as if they are neither important nor relevant. They are both. It was very enlightening to me to preach through them. I learned a lot! I trust this series ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

What's In A Name? Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 10, 2002

Reflecting on Jesus and the meaning of His names gives the Christmas season meaning.

WHAT’S IN A NAME? MATTHEW 1:18-25 INTRODUCTION… Our kids’ names (p) 1. Abigail Jo = “Father’s Joy”, woman who cared for David and his men when he was running from King Saul (1 Samuel 25) and later married David after her husband died. Jo is a family name belonging to her mother, grandmother, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 7:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 8, 2004

The Name of Jesus can can change your life. God wants us to use His name in everything we do, even a cup of water given in His name has it’s reward. Mar 9:41 For whoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in My name, because you belong to Christ, tr

ILL>> The name McNair means different things to different people... Steve McNair = football player ... McNair County... McNair Brothers... But Jesus has a name above all names ... Phi 2:9 Therefore God has highly exalted Him, and has given Him a name which is above every name, Phi 2:10 that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Name Abuse Series

Contributed by Tim Shepard on May 28, 2008

This is the third in my series on the Ten Commandments and tells how we are not to misuse God’ name for our own ends.

NAME ABUSE This series began in a search for answers to a very common misconception when it comes to whether or not a person is going to heaven. There is this belief in our society that in order for a person to be accepted by God, in order for God to hear a person’s prayers, and in order to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: *other