Definition and Context
Invoking, in a biblical context, refers to the act of calling upon God, His name, or His attributes in prayer, worship, or supplication. It is an expression of faith and reliance on God's power, presence, and intervention in human affairs. The practice of invoking God is deeply rooted in the Judeo-Christian tradition and is seen throughout the Scriptures as a means of seeking divine assistance, guidance, and blessing.

Old Testament References
The Old Testament provides numerous examples of invoking God's name. In Genesis 4:26, it is noted, "At that time people began to call upon the name of the LORD." This early reference indicates the establishment of a practice where individuals sought a relationship with God through invocation.

In the Psalms, invoking God is a central theme. Psalm 50:15 states, "Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me." Here, the psalmist emphasizes the assurance of God's deliverance when His name is invoked in times of distress.

The prophets also highlight the importance of invoking God. Joel 2:32 declares, "And everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved." This prophetic promise underscores the salvific power associated with invoking God's name.

New Testament References
The New Testament continues the theme of invoking God, particularly through the name of Jesus Christ. In John 14:13-14, Jesus Himself assures His disciples, "And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask Me anything in My name, I will do it." This passage highlights the authority and power vested in the name of Jesus, encouraging believers to invoke His name in prayer.

The Apostle Paul frequently speaks of invoking the Lord. In Romans 10:13, he reiterates the promise from Joel, "For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." This reinforces the idea that invoking the name of the Lord is integral to the experience of salvation.

Theological Significance
Invoking God is not merely a ritualistic practice but a profound act of faith. It signifies a believer's acknowledgment of God's sovereignty and their dependence on His grace and mercy. The act of invocation is both a personal and communal expression, as seen in corporate worship settings where believers collectively call upon the Lord.

Theologically, invoking God's name is tied to the covenant relationship between God and His people. It is an affirmation of trust in God's promises and an appeal to His covenantal faithfulness. The invocation is also an act of worship, recognizing God's holiness and majesty.

Practical Application
In the life of a believer, invoking God is a daily practice that encompasses prayer, worship, and meditation on Scripture. It is a means of drawing near to God, seeking His will, and experiencing His presence. Whether in moments of joy, sorrow, need, or thanksgiving, invoking the name of the Lord is a vital aspect of the Christian faith journey.

Believers are encouraged to invoke God with sincerity and humility, trusting in His perfect wisdom and timing. As they do so, they align themselves with the divine purpose and open their hearts to the transformative power of God's Spirit.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Invoke.

Invoking a Blessing.
... INTRODUCTION AND CLOSE OF WORSHIP. 35. " Invoking a Blessing. 35. LM
Montgomery. Invoking a Blessing. 1 Lord! when thy people ...
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Whether Divination Practiced by Invoking the Demons is Unlawful?
... OF SUPERSTITION IN DIVINATIONS (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether divination practiced
by invoking the demons is unlawful? Objection 1: It ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether divination practiced by invoking.htm

Invoking God's Aid.
... INTRODUCTION AND CLOSE OF WORSHIP. 11. " Invoking God's Aid. 11. CM
H. Ware, Jr. Invoking God's Aid. 1 Father in heaven, to ...
/.../adams/hymns for christian devotion/11 invoking gods aid.htm

Of Taking the Divine Name for the Purpose of Invoking it by Means ...
... OF TAKING THE DIVINE NAME FOR THE PURPOSE OF INVOKING IT BY MEANS OF PRAISE
(TWO ARTICLES). We must now consider the taking of the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/of taking the divine name.htm

Whether the Wicked Can Work Miracles?
... prophesying, the working of miracles, and the casting out of demons are accorded
not to the merit of those who do these things, but to the invoking of Christ's ...
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System of the Magicians; Incantations of Demons; Secret Magical ...
... house), utters a loud and harsh cry, and unintelligible to all,...and orders all
those present to enter, crying out (at the same time), and invoking Phryn, or ...
/.../hippolytus/the refutation of all heresies/chapter xxviii name of the.htm

Whether it is Lawful to Adjure a Man?
... between them, that man is master of his own actions but not of those of others;
wherefore he can put himself under an obligation by invoking the Divine name ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether it is lawful to 20.htm

Hymns for Christian Devotion
... 10. -- A Prayer for Lord's Day. 11. -- Invoking God's Aid. 12. -- Invocation for
Lord's Day Morning. 13. ... 34. -- Truth and Love. 35. -- Invoking a Blessing. 36. ...
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Plagiarism by the Greeks of the Miracles Related in the Sacred ...
... Prevailed on by them, ??acus, ascending the Hellenic hill, and stretching out pure
[3237] hands to heaven, and invoking the common [3238] God, besought him to ...
/.../clement/the stromata or miscellanies/chapter iii plagiarism by the greeks.htm

On Idolatry
... the idol as a god) from acquitting him of idolatry, who adores, invokes, and kneels
to it, that from the very circumstance of his thus invoking, adoring, and ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 1/disputation 23 on idolatry.htm

Invoking (1 Occurrence)
... n.) of Invoke. Multi-Version Concordance Invoking (1 Occurrence). Job 31:30 (yes,
I have not allowed my mouth to sin by asking his life with a curse); (See NIV) ...
/i/invoking.htm - 6k

Oath (286 Occurrences)
... 1. Law Regarding Oaths: The oath is the invoking of a curse upon one's self if one
has not spoken the truth (Matthew 26:74), or if one fails to keep a promise ...
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Imprecation (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) A curse; the act of invoking evil upon anyone; a
prayer that a curse or calamity may fall on anyone. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Involve (2 Occurrences)

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Invokes (1 Occurrence)

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Exorcist (1 Occurrence)
... 49, 50. It would seem that it was an opinion among the Jews that miracles
might be wrought by invoking the divine name. Thus also ...
/e/exorcist.htm - 15k

Meroz (1 Occurrence)
... The angel of the Lord is represented as invoking curses upon Meroz because the
inhabitants "came not to the help of Yahweh" on the day of Deborah and Barak's ...
/m/meroz.htm - 9k

Blessing (357 Occurrences)
... BLESSING. (berakhah; eulogia): Sometimes means the form of words used in invoking
the bestowal of good, as in Deuteronomy 33:1 Joshua 8:34; and James 3:10. ...
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Persecution (22 Occurrences)
... be punished, but this should be done in such a way, that he who denies that he is
a Christian, and when his statement is proved by his invoking our deities ...
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Dragon (20 Occurrences)
... All may fairly be understood to refer to a serpent or sea-monster or some imaginary
creature, without invoking any ancient myths for their elucidation. ...
/d/dragon.htm - 56k

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