27/05/2026
Praying in the Revealed Names of Christ
“For thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.” — Psalm 138:2 (KJV)
This verse clearly shows that God has many names. Throughout the Bible, God reveals Himself through different names and titles that express His nature, character, authority, and divine work. He is called Almighty God, Lord of Hosts, Jehovah Jireh, Jehovah Rapha, the Most High God, the Ancient of Days, and many other names.
Likewise, Jesus Christ is also revealed through many names and divine titles in scripture. These names reveal His identity and His relationship with humanity.
The Bible says:
“Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.” — Matthew 16:16 (KJV)
Here, Jesus is called the Christ (the Messiah) and the Son of the living God.
Again, the scripture says:
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” — John 1:1 (KJV)
Jesus Christ is also called the Word of God because He is the full expression and revelation of God.
The Bible also says:
“Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.” — John 1:29 (KJV)
Here, Christ is called the Lamb of God because through His sacrifice humanity received redemption and forgiveness of sins.
Again, the book of Revelation says:
“And his name is called The Word of God.” — Revelation 19:13 (KJV)
These scriptures show that Christ has many names and titles. Therefore, believers often approach God through these revealed names that express faith in who Christ is and what He accomplished.
Jesus Himself said:
“And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do.” — John 14:13 (KJV)
Praying in His name means praying in faith according to His authority, identity, and redemptive work. Since scripture reveals Christ through many divine names and titles, believers may refer to Him according to these revealed identities in prayer.
For example, believers may pray:
“In the name of Jesus Christ.”
“In the name of the Lamb of God who took away the sins of the world.”
“In the name of the Messiah, the Son of the living God.”
“In the name of the Word of God.”
All these titles point toward the same Lord Jesus Christ revealed in scripture.
The important thing is not merely repeating words mechanically but praying with faith in the person, authority, sacrifice, and divine identity of Christ.
The Bible says:
“Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.” — Acts 4:12 (KJV)
This means salvation and authority belong to Christ alone. His revealed names and titles all testify of His divine person and saving work.
The names of God in scripture are not empty titles. They reveal His power, character, glory, mercy, authority, and relationship with humanity. Every revealed name of Christ carries meaning and spiritual significance.
The scripture also says:
“That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow.” — Philippians 2:10 (KJV)
Christ is exalted above all, and believers approach God through Him with faith, reverence, and confidence.