Topic: GO IN THE NAME OF THE LORD
Text: Proverbs 18:10.
10. The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe.
INTRODUCTION
Tower is a building or structure typically higher than its diameter and high relative to its surroundings that may stand apart (such as a campanile) or be attached (such as a church belfry) to a larger structure and that may be fully walled in or of skeleton framework (such as an observation or transmission tower) (Marriam Webster dictionary).
The tower happens to be a place of safety and protection for the people. Many warriors and leaders built towers in order to hide themselves, keep weapons, and defend their people.
There’s only one weapon every child of God can use to defend themselves; the name of the Lord.
No matter how powerful and advanced a tower is, all the materials it is made of have expiry date.
Satan’s strongholds have been destroyed on the cross, and Jesus Christ gave the key to man when He said “It is finished” on the cross of calvary.
All the powers that exist on earth and in heaven are His. So if you use His name, any stronghold you confront must bow.
As you read this newsletter, I want you to open your heart to receiving inspiration from God.
1. Acquaint Yourself With the Name
2. Believe the Name
3. Use the Name As a Weapon of Defence.
These are explained below:
1. ACQUAINT YOURSELF WITH THE NAME:
Nowadays, there are so many names that seem powerful because of the magic or sorcery it can perform, but none of these names can provide salvation or permanent miracles, as they also have their expiry date.
The more familiar you become with the Name of Jesus having giving your life to Him, and the more respect you accord the Name, will bring you more confidence in the face of challenges.
Become familiar with His Name by studying His Words on daily basis through the Scriptures, by listening to His voice, and by following His leading.
2. BELIEVE THE NAME:
Many people don’t seem to respond to the Name of the Lord because they haven’t tied their strong beliefs to the Name. They just call His Name from their lips, not from their hearts (John 10:14).
Jesus knows His sheep; He knows those who believe in Him. So when they call, He answers and miracles happen.
As you go through this year, believe in the Name of the Lord and you shall be saved.
3. USE THE NAME AS A WEAPON OF DEFENCE:
“You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD Almighty. This day the LORD will deliver you into my hands and the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel.” 1 Samuel 17:45-46 (NIV).
Challenges will come your way to test how strong you are, but do as David did, and use the Name of God to defend yourself.
Don’t listen to the roaring of the devil; be bold and courageous to confront whatever may come your way, no matter how strong the ‘giant’ is.
Conclusion:
The Name of Jesus is powerful, mighty and strong enough for you to defeat the schemes of the devil.
Philippians 2:9-11 says,
9. Therefore, God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name that is above every name,
10. that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11. and every tongue acknowledges that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
Let’s us pray:
1. Lord Jesus, I thank You for making Your Name available to me.
2. Lord, help my unbelief and give me boldness.
3. In the Name of Jesus Christ, I stand against satanic influence around me.
4. In the Name of Jesus Christ, I stand against every stronghold of the enemy against my destiny.
5. I use the Name of the Lord as my defence against every satanic arrow in my life.
6. This month shall bring forth blessings, favor, help, connections, and upliftment to me in Jesus Christ’s name.
7. Every demonic stronghold waiting to attack me as I go this year will be destabilized.
Love from:
John Aderogba
For ROPMI.