+DEV+ Prayer in Jesus’ Name

Date: March 21, 2010 9:06 PM
Topic: +DEV+ Prayer in Jesus’ Name


Prayer in Jesus’ Name

“And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Son may bring glory to the Father. You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.” (John 14:13-14)
Scripture Focus: John 16:19-28

Judy had no money, yet she went to the bank and drew out $5000. How did this happen?

Her father was rich, and he had left all his money in the care of his son, her brother. Her brother let her use his signature, and in his name she drew out what she needed.

So it is with us when we pray. Our Father God possesses everything we need, and He has left it in the care of His Son Jesus Christ. When we pray in the name of Jesus, we have access to everything we need to glorify the Father with our lives.

Jesus paid a tremendous price to give us the privilege of prayer. He alone serves as a mediator between God and humankind.

Jesus answers our prayers so He may bring glory to God’s name. Are we asking for things that will bring honor to Him? Or are we asking for things that bring credit to ourselves?

When we come to God our Father, thinking about how we can glorify His name, our prayers will become what He wants them to be.

Insight: When we pray in the name of Jesus Christ for our own selfish gain, is that taking His name in vain?

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