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1 | Ending prayers in Jesus Nane. | Col 3:17 | kalos | 16955 | ||
Nothing in this Answer is intended as correction or contradiction of what anyone else says in their answer. Here I merely point out some scriptural facts and principles regarding praying in Jesus' name. "To ask in Jesus' 'name' does not mean to tack such an expression on the end of a prayer as a mere formula. It means: "1) the believer's prayer should be for His purposes and kingdom and not selfish reasons; "2) the believer's prayer should be on the basis of His merits and not any personal merit or worthiness; and "3) the believer's prayer should be in pursuit of His glory alone." In John 16:26-28, "Christ was clarifying what He meant by praying in His name. He did not mean asking Him to ask the Father, as if the Father was indifferent to believers, but not to His Son. On the contrary, the Father loves Christ's own. In fact, the Father sent the Son to redeem them and then return. "Asking in Jesus' name means simply asking on the basis of His merit, His righteousness, and for whatever would honor and glorify Him so as to build His kingdom" (MacArthur Study Bible, 1997, Word Publishing). Also noteworthy is the fact that in the New Testament after the book of Acts rarely is Christ referred to as merely Jesus. The majority of times that His name is mentioned, He is called Christ, Jesus Christ or Christ Jesus. (Apparently this information is of no consequence or relevance whatever to anyone else on this forum. Over time I have mentioned this on the forum several times. I have yet to get any response from anyone regarding this matter.) |
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2 | Great answer, kalos! My two cents... | Col 3:17 | Bill Mc | 16958 | ||
Great answer, kalos! We often use 'in Jesus' name' as a Christian form of 'over and out' but your explanation makes it clear what the basis of this phrase is. Many Christians think that is they ask for something 'in Jesus' name', whether it's a new Cadillac, a house, etc., then God is obligated to answer that prayer regardless of motive. Many think 'in Jesus' name' is a magical incantation we use to get what WE want. Your comments clarify that we need to be agreeing with God concerning what HE wants. BTW, what significance do you see in our Savior's name as far as whether it is Jesus, Jesus Christ, etc.? He has many more names than these - Wonderful, Counselor, Prince of Peace, Holy One, Lamb of God, Emmanuel, Word of God, etc. I could go on (I frequently do...) But, in Bible times names described character and function. We have lost that in modern times. Names mean very little to our culture. Anyway, what point were you trying to make concerning His name? Blessings, Bill Mc |
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3 | Great answer, kalos! My two cents... | Col 3:17 | kalos | 16968 | ||
Names indeed mean very little to our culture. For that matter, I think we can say that words mean very little to our culture. His full name is the Lord Jesus Christ. The words "Lord Jesus Christ" appear together in 106 verses in the King James Version of the Bible. Whenever anything is repeated once in the Bible, it is significant. But for a thing to be repeated 105 times has to carry a lot of weight, if the words of the Bible mean anything at all. His titles include Wonderful, Counselor, Prince of Peace, Holy One, Lamb of God, Emmanuel, Word of God. My point? I've already stated it. That after the book of Acts Jesus is normally referred to as Christ, Jesus Christ, or Christ Jesus. Let each one draw his own conclusions. I will stick with biblical terminology when speaking of biblical truths. |
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4 | Great answer, kalos! My two cents... | Col 3:17 | Bill Mc | 16973 | ||
Dear kalos, Thanks for answering my question. I understand your point. However, technically, His name is not the Lord Jesus Christ. His name that Joseph gave Him is "Jesus" - Matt 1:21. This is the Greek form of Joshua 'the Lord saves' and it was a very popular name at the time. The angel did not instruct Joseph to name Him the 'Lord Jesus Christ.' And in Rev 19:13, His name is called 'The Word of God.' Please don't misunderstand what I am saying. I am not in any way trying to say that Jesus is not Lord or not Christ. Indeed, He is and nothing you or I think or say changes that. Actually, I am substantiating your point. One phrase you used is, 'if the words of the Bible mean anything at all.' And that, brother, is exactly the point. The words of the Bible MEAN something. The NAME (technically speaking, arrangement of letters) is not what we have faith in. What we have faith in is the PERSON and work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Who He is, what He's done in providing our salvation, and how He now lives in us is what we must have faith in. There is no other name under heaven given among men whereby we can be saved, but many people in Christ's day and since have been named 'Jesus.' I have a couple of Hispanic friends named 'Jesus', but faith in their name, though it is the same as my Lord's, cannot save me. Faith in the PERSON of the Lord Jesus Christ saves me. I do agree with trying to stay with biblical terminology when speaking of biblical truths as much as possible. But, as you well know, anyone with a decent education can read the Bible. But ONLY the Spirit of God can tell you what it means. He may use various ways to do that - comparing scripture with scripture, your pastor, your friends, commentaries, even a seminary :), etc. But He is the revealer of truth. And biblical terminology, as wonderful as it is, must sometimes be explained. Who knows what propitiation is without using other words to explain it. We need to use everything God places at our disposal to help other's come to saving faith in our Lord. Even John tells us that, so we would understand, the Word became flesh, human, so we could finally understand who God is and His plan for us. Let's not let the words get in the way of the message. Blessings to you, Bill Mc |
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5 | Great answer, kalos! My two cents... | Col 3:17 | kalos | 16981 | ||
His name is Jesus. Thank you for your post. You write: "However, technically, His name is not the Lord Jesus Christ. His name that Joseph gave Him is "Jesus" - Matt 1:21." Guess what? You were right and I was not. And I can prove it. I looked up "Name and Titles of Jesus Christ" in "Baker Theological Dictionary." According to Baker's, His name is Jesus; and Christ is His title. Christ is not a surname, because "Christ Jesus" is also commonly used. "Just as in the Old Testament where the name of God represents the person of God and all that he is, so in the New Testament "the Name" of Jesus represents all who Jesus is as Lord and Savior." This is a new discovery for me and I find it exciting. Thank you so much for taking the time to reply to me and for showing me where my information was incorrect. Grace to you. |
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6 | Great answer, kalos! My two cents... | Col 3:17 | Bill Mc | 16989 | ||
The Name of Jesus represents all who Jesus is as Lord and Savior. Good quote. I agree 100 percent. Blessings to you, brother kalos. In Jesus, Bill Mc |
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