Sermons on Power Of The Name:

Unity In God's Name

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 20, 2020

When Jesus prayed, what was central on His mind? We actually have a record of one of Jesus’ most important prayers and what He prayed about. Let’s look at what was on Jesus’ mind in His important prayer in John 17:1-11.

When Jesus prayed, what was central on His mind? We actually have a record of one of Jesus’ most important prayers and what He prayed about. Let’s look at what was on Jesus’ mind in His important prayer in John 17:1-11. John 17:1 (NKJV) Jesus spoke these words, lifted up His eyes to heaven, and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Names Of Jesus: Emmanuel - God With Us. Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 2, 2024

A message about how we can understand God by Him being "with us". Starts out with illustration about not being able to appreciate a song by just information but only by hearing it.

Some notes and thoughts on a Christmas Series about the names of Jesus. Philippians 2:5-11 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, (6) who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, (7) but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Many Names Of Jesus Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 17, 2018

The Many Names of Jesus

1. Jesus is His human name. “You . . . shall call His name Jesus” (Luke 1:37). It comes from the Hebrew, Joshua, “Jehovah is salvation.” 2. Christ is His cross name. The Greek title Christ comes from the Hebrew Messiah. It means anointed. “Messiah . . . who is called the Christ” (John 4:25). ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:37

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Defends His Name Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 8, 2025

God is deeply concerned about His name because His name represents His character, His glory, and His reputation. Throughout Scripture, we see that God often acts to preserve and defend His holy name when it is challenged or dishonoured.

THE GOD WHO DEFENDS HIS NAME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ezekiel 36:21-23 (KJV) But I had pity for mine holy name, which the house of Israel had profaned among the heathen, whither they went. Therefore say unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord GOD; I do not this for your sakes, O ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There's Just Something About That Name Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 14, 2007

A series of messages based on the 10 Commandments

“There’s Just Something About That Name” Exodus 20:7 * Tonight we have sung the Gaither’s Song “There’s just something about that Name” This morning we sang there is strength in the name of the Lord, there is hope in the name of the Lord, there is power in the name of the Lord. A name is a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Has Your Name Been Changed?

Contributed by James May on May 1, 2005

Names in the Bible have very special meanings and often, when placed together, give special messages to God’s people. Has your name been changed to tell the story of Jesus in your life?

HAS YOUR NAME BEEN CHANGED? By Pastor Jim May All through the Bible there are lists of names called genealogies. Since we do not believe that there are any accidents in the placing of these names, I thought it might be interesting to see what a few of them would tell us. Every name in the Bible ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Shoe Companies Get Their Names

Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Jul 29, 2005

An expository sermon on Romans 8:31-39 touching on Pauls meaning of the Greek word nikao, "overcoming"

“Where Shoe Companies Get Their Names” by Matthew Everhard. An expository sermon from Romans 8:31-39 originally delivered at Hudson Presbyterian Church on April 3rd, 2005 What do you think is the most misleading commercial on television today? You’ve heard of truth in advertising… Who do you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

His Name Shall Be: Wonderful

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Dec 4, 2006

The Character of Jesus as Described by Isaiah

In The midst of a warring, turbulent world, Isaiah was given a glorious insight into the coming days. Gilbert Guffin stated “In this Redeemer, the prophet foresaw the breaking of the bondage which had fallen upon the people and the lifting of their yoke.” As we examine this marvelous text, let us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Praying With Jesus: Hallowed Be Your Name Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 15, 2019

God's name stands for him. When we pray for his name to be hallowed, 1) We are saying that he is the foundation of our lives, and 2) We are committing ourselves to show his holiness by our worship and actions in the world.

PRAYING LIKE JESUS: Hallowed Be Your Name In Luke 11:1-2, we read, “One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he finished, one of his disciples said to him, ‘Lord, teach us to pray’ … He said to them, ‘When you pray, say: “Father, hallowed be your name.”’ Jesus wants us to pray that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4, Romans 2:24, 1 Peter 2:12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

James Son Of Alphaeus – Named But Unknown. Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 16, 2005

James the son of Alphaeus is basically an unknown disciple, yet he is still an important member of the twelve apostles. When we are in Christ we also are disciples and many of us will be totally unknown, but we are just as important.

Mark 3:18 James son of Alphaeus – named but unknown. Scripture Readings:- Revelation 20:7-15 Mark 3:13-19 Mark 3:18f (text) There are multitudes of books written by, and about, the ministry efforts of great servants of God. Some of the big names today:- Billy Graham, Tony Campolo, Bill Hybels, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

They Shall Call His Name Emmanuel

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017

THE SEASON OF ADVENT IS WITH US AGAIN. IT IS ABOUT THE CELEBRATION OF OUR HOPE IN JESUS CHRIST. HE CAME INTO THIS WORLD TO FULFILL THE PLAN OF SALVATION FOR THOSE WHO WILL PUT THEIR FAITH AND TRUST IN HIM.

THEY SHALL CALL HIS NAME EMMANUEL MATTHEW 1:18-25 THE SEASON OF ADVENT IS WITH US AGAIN, AND WHAT BLESSED CHANGES IT HAS BROUGHT INTO OUR LIVES BOTH GOOD AND CHALLENGING SINCE LAST YEAR. OUR CHURCH FAMILY HAS EXPANDED TO INCLUDE SOME VERY WONDERFUL PEOPLE, AND NEWLY WEDS. ON THE MORE SENSITIVE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Living Up To The Name Of Your Church.

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Mar 4, 2001

This Message was Specifically Targeted to Our Church. However, your Church Name says something about the People INSIDE!

Some Churches take their Names after founding families, some after Biblical text, and some after the geographical areas. The Name of your Church should live up to the Scriptural facts and be operated under the direction of the Holy Spirit, qualified persons, and the Body of the Local ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Name You Can Trust Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Aug 20, 2025

That’s the image Jesus chooses—God isn’t placing you down the street, He’s building you into His house. This isn’t an apartment, a tent, or a hotel, but a home – a permanent home. This is a place where you belong. God’s children live in God’s house.

Anxiety in our culture is pervasive. Anxiety is now the most common mental health disorder in the U.S. About one in five people you’ll see on any given day deal with anxiety.1 Find John 14 if you will. In a time where there are rising crime rates, rising costs of living, international crises, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Grace, More Than A Girl's Name

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 15, 2013

What is grace? And who is it evidenced in our lives.

Grace, More Than a Girl’s Name When I had been a Christ follower for a few days my best friends brother asked me what my favorite song was, I wasn’t sure exactly what answer he was looking for but considering he was a pastor I figured that “We’re Here for a Good Time” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

To Know God Is To Know His Name Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Jan 2, 2012

Sermons on Islam, Judaism, and Christianity

In our struggles to uphold what is right, our good intentions can be received as wrong to the unbeliever as well as to those weak in their relationship with God. As a result of this, often the right which we sought to do falls short because we sought to do right in the wrong way or the wrong time. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-10

Denomination: *other