Preciousness of Christ: On Account of His: Name
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The name of Jesus Christ holds profound significance and is esteemed as precious within Christian theology. This preciousness is rooted in the multifaceted meanings and implications of His name, as revealed in Scripture.

1. Divine Authority and Salvation: The name of Jesus is synonymous with divine authority and the power to save. In Acts 4:12 , it is declared, "Salvation exists in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved." This verse underscores the exclusivity and sufficiency of Christ's name in the realm of salvation, highlighting its preciousness as the sole means by which humanity can be reconciled to God.

2. Revelation of God’s Character: The name of Jesus reveals the character and nature of God. In Matthew 1:21 , the angel instructs Joseph, "She will give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins." The name "Jesus" (Yeshua in Hebrew) means "The Lord is salvation," encapsulating His mission and divine purpose. This revelation of God’s redemptive plan through His name is a testament to its preciousness.

3. Source of Spiritual Blessings: The name of Christ is a conduit for spiritual blessings and grace. In John 14:13-14 , Jesus promises, "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." The invocation of His name in prayer is a means by which believers access the riches of God’s grace, making it exceedingly precious.

4. Protection and Security: The name of Jesus provides protection and security for believers. Proverbs 18:10 states, "The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." While this verse refers to the name of the LORD in the Old Testament context, the New Testament understanding of Jesus as Lord extends this promise to His name, offering believers a refuge and a source of strength.

5. Honor and Worship: The name of Jesus is to be honored and worshiped above all others. Philippians 2:9-11 proclaims, "Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." This exaltation of His name signifies its supreme value and the reverence it commands.

6. Unity and Identity: The name of Christ is central to the identity and unity of the Church. Believers are baptized in His name (Matthew 28:19), and it is in His name that they gather and find their common identity. Acts 2:38 records Peter’s instruction, "Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins." This shared identity in His name fosters unity among believers, further emphasizing its preciousness.

The preciousness of Christ’s name is thus evident in its authority, revelation, blessings, protection, honor, and unifying power. Each aspect contributes to the profound reverence and value attributed to His name within the Christian faith.
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Songs 1:3
Because of the smell of your good ointments your name is as ointment poured forth, therefore do the virgins love you.
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Hebrews 1:4
Being made so much better than the angels, as he has by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they.
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Christ Precious to Believers
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John Chapter xxi. 19-25.
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The Fourth Commandment
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The Life of Mr. James Durham.
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The Sermon to the Nuns
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but the love of Christ. ... the love and the beauty and the preciousness of his ...
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of Christ, but of ... In the Gift, unutterable in its preciousness, he now sees ...
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The Gospel Refuge.
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account, you will find that ... injunction, "Put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ!"[66 ...
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out of Christ's fulness, and ... But on that very account, that "our selves" may ...
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A Simple Sermon for Seeking Souls
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What was the tent of meeting? | GotQuestions.org

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Preciousness: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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