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1 | 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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2 | Great answer, kalos! My two cents... | Col 3:17 | kalos | 16969 | ||
P.S. The name Christ when used with the name Jesus is loaded with scriptural meaning. In the gospels, the Jewish religious leaders had no problem recognizing "the carpenter's son" as Jesus. But most of them would rather die and go to hell before ever confessing that Jesus is the Christ (Messiah). |
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3 | Great answer, kalos! My two cents... | Col 3:17 | Bill Mc | 16974 | ||
True, Christ (Messiah) is loaded with meaning. And most of the Jewish leaders expected the Messiah to overthrow the Roman Empire. But Christ made it clear that His kingdom (at that time) was not of that world. One day, during the Millenium, it will be. But, you're right. All they saw was Jesus of Nazareth, a carpenter's son. And they thought that because they 'kept the Law' that they would go to heaven. Even the disciples wanted to argue over who would be the greatest. I firmly believe the One who is the greatest is the One who was the most humbled - Phil 2:6-11. What a wonderful Savior! Blessings in Christ, Bill Mc |
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