Sermons on In The Name Of The Lord:

His Name Is El Roi Series

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on May 30, 2004

God sees what you are going through and He cares.

WHO IS THIS MAN (part 4) “His Name Is El Roi” SERIES TEXT: Hebrews 3:1 INTRODUCTION – If we are going to build a confidence in the principle and process of confession, we must build a confidence in the person of our confession. We must consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:6-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Be Careful About The Family Name Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 29, 2003

As we must be careful about our family names, we must be careful not to bring dishonor to God’s family name.

Why? Purpose Driven Life #7 Montreal/Cornwall September 13, 2003 How much do you value your name? Do you have a good name? God tells us, in Proverbs 22.1, that to have a good name is better than great riches. I think my mother must have taken this passage literally as she often reminded my sister ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:36, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Majestic Is Your Name

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 27, 2010

We see God's glory in science and nature.

HOW MAJESTIC IS YOUR NAME! A number of years ago I was a pastor of a mission church, and I was doing some canvassing – just going door-to-door, introducing myself, seeing if the Holy Spirit might open up a door to me as I walked around. At one house, a man answered, and after learning that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Name Change As A Prayer

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 15, 2007

Our new church name describes who we are and who we want God to make us into.

Our New Name as a Prayer October 22, 2006 We began the decision-making process to change our name back in January on this year. We went through deciding that we would begin the process of choosing a name for the church, and then received suggestions for possible new names. We voted on all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3-4

Denomination: *other

He Knows Your Name

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

Jesus works with you as an individual, not as a number.

He Knows Your Name Cornwall September 11, 2005 There was a time when Jesus, while travelling, came to Jericho, a city beside the Jordan River and 825 feet below sea level. This city was literally ‘down’ from Jerusalem, situated on a prominent hill. Jericho is in the current West Bank, a disputed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Names A Person

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 16, 2001

Year C. The Nativity of St. John The Baptist Luke 1: 57-66, 80 June 24th, 2001 Title: “When God names a person”

Year C. The Nativity of St. John The Baptist Luke 1: 57-66, 80 June 24th, 2001 Title: “When God names a person” This is story of the birth of John, his circumcision, naming, and manifestation to relatives and neighbors along with a notice of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Lutheran

Prayer Of Jabez:what Is In A Name? Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jul 24, 2001

This is an introductory lesson to a study of the Prayer of Jabez. It focuses on Jabez, his name, and his struggle to overcome the stigma attached to it.

THE PRAYER OF JABEZ What Is In A Name I Chronicles 4:9 INTRODUCTION: Some of you may have heard of Wilma Rudolph. She was a successful Olympic athlete in the 1960’s, but most do not know her story. She was born the 16th of 18 children in a poor black family in middle Tennessee, weighing only 4 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"It's Time For A Name Change"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jan 5, 2004

In this text Jacob’s name would be changed from Jacob to Israel. Jacob would prevail with God and have the power of God upon his life. Perhaps it is time for you to have a "name change."

Text: Gen 32:24 And Jacob was left alone; and there wrestled a man with him until the breaking of the day. 25 And when he saw that he prevailed not against him, he touched the hollow of his thigh; and the hollow of Jacob’s thigh was out of joint, as he wrestled with him. 26 And he said, Let me ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

No Other Name For Grace But Amazing

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

Made Alive in Christ. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Ephesians chapter 2 verses 1-10. Ill: Grace. A word used in a variety of ways. • It is a word that has been used as an alternative term for prayer. • e.g. “Would you say grace?” • It has been used to describe the way a person moves. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

Is Your Name Written In Heaven?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 1, 2010

This is an evangelism sermon about the responsibility of spreading God's word.

Luke 10: 1 – 11, 16 – 20 / Is Your Name Written in Heaven Intro: Dear Abby once wrote in her column about a lifeguard who was being charged with the death of a teenager. The lifeguard was working at a large poll with two or three others each with a specific area to cover. He was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Important Is Your Name? Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 18, 2011

The Bible is filled with accounts regarding how God used people in powerful ways. Both the known and the not-so-much known. Jesus has touched millions of people in a very humble way.

For a few minutes this morning, I would like you to think about your name. Is it a good name? If you could have named yourself, would you have chosen the same name? There is a meaning behind every name, what is the meaning behind yours? My name means, “strong, a powerful ruler.” ...read more

Scripture: John 1:25-32

Denomination: Christian Church

The Secret Name Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Sep 19, 2018

Is Jesus really the name of the Son of God is there something that has bee forgoten over the centuries? Does Jesus Christ have a secret name that no one speak about or een realizes exists, and how does learning that secret name change who we are as Christians?

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com As Christians we declare that we follow the one and only true Son of God called Jesus Christ. We believe that He came from Heaven through a virgin birth, lived in Judea ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:4

Denomination: Foursquare

What’s In A Name?

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jan 14, 2017

Names mean different things to different people. In the reading we heard from John 1:29-42 a few minutes ago, we heard some of the names given to Jesus and given by Jesus.

You have probably heard the phrase “What’s in a name?” from time to time. Names mean different things to different people. In the reading we heard from John 1:29-42 a few minutes ago, we heard some of the names given to Jesus and given by Jesus. We heard the name John the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Anglican

In His Name (John 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 7, 2025

Is praying in Jesus' name an acknowledgement that it is through Him that we have access to the Father? Let's look at John 16.

Were Christians kicked out of synagogues? Does the Holy Spirit guide us? What does it mean asking the Father in Jesus’ name? Let’s look at John 16. If Christians were banned from synagogues, would some also be expelled from churches for putting Christ before vain traditions? I have told you these ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Praying In Jesus' Name Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2022

Our relationship with Jesus allows us to approach the Father.

Praying in Jesus' name Jesus told His disciples, "You didn't choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using my name." (John 15:16). Praying in the name of Christ declares our: Association with ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16, Ephesians 2:19, Ephesians 2:18, Hebrews 7:26-28, Mark 15:38, Hebrews 7:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal