DAY2 Outline – THE POWER IN THE NAME OF JESUS, July 2026 FIRST-FRUIT Prayers and Fasting

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD: https://www.wccrmlagos.org/media/2026/08/FIRST-FRUIT-JULY-2026-EDITION-Day-2.pdf WATCHMAN CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC RENEWAL MOVEMENT FIRST FRUIT FASTING FELLOWSHIP 2026 (JULY EDITION) Day 2 Theme:                                                    JESUS IS THE NAME Texts:                                                                Pro.18:10,21; Matt.1:21; Acts 4:12; Phil.2:9-11 In  the  introductory  session,  we  considered„ThePowerOfGivenNames‟, we  stated that  although  names  are  primarily  given  for  the  purpose  of  identification,  the  place of scriptural appellation cannot be overemphasized as negative names launder negative destiny, while positive scriptural names bear positive destiny. There is power inherent in names that confer meaning and value. We saw that names were given to function as prophesy; as a revelation or descriptor of character or personality of individuals. Names were also associated with the transformation of destiny by reflecting new purpose. Today, we shall be addressing: Topic: POWER IN THE NAME OF JESUS Subtexts: Pro.18:10; Jn.16:23-24; Acts 3:4-8,16; 4:12; Phil.2:9-11 The Name of Jesus is an abstract but tremendously powerful weapon that gives comfort and courage to the believer facing a stern challenge. It is mighty and unstoppable (2Cor.10:3-5), powerful and impregnable (Pro.18:10). The early church had appreciable knowledge of the efficacy of the name and so used it to overcome the challenges of their generation (Acts 17:6). It is necessary to reiterate that the name “JESUS”came from the Hebrew word Yeshua, Yehoshua or Joshua which means Yahweh saves. Knowledge of the workings of this Name will definitely place one in the realm/orbit of lasting freedom. We  shall  use  the  various  characteristics  of  a name  to  extrapolate  the  power  in  the name of Jesus. The Greek word„ōnōma‟translated„name‟means the name by which somebody or something  is  called.  It  is  figurative  of  authority  and  character;  represents  title  and dignity of the Lord (Eph.1:21; Phil.2:9; Heb.1:4). In short, it implies character, authority,rank,majesty,power,excellence,etcof everything that the name covers.

1. Name Carries Identity (Jn.12:28; 17:6, 26; Acts 11:26)

Byidentity,wemeanthecollectionofqualities,traitsandexpressionsthatmake a personuniquelywhoheis. It is the  picture of  somebody‟s  being. Before  the Lord‟s advent, He existed as the eternal Word (Jn.1:1-4), and at His manifestation, He carried the fullness of the Godhead bodily (Col.2:9). So “Jesus” expresses the identity  of  a Being  carrying  the  fullness  of  the  God  head  by  whom  all  things  were created. Whenever one says“inthe Name of Jesus”, the grandeur of that Being is  being put forward in the occasion/situation.    

1. Name Represents Authority (Matt.24:5; 28:19; Acts 8:14-16; 19:5; Phil.2:10)

Authority is the legal right to act on another‟s behalf. The Philistine giant and champion,  Goliath  cursed  David  by  his  gods  while  David  responded  with  declaring his legal right to conquer the uncircumcised viz the name of the Lord (1sam.17:43- 45; Pro.18:10). The disciples were given authority to act in Jesus‟ stead, and the devils and circumstances submitted to them (Mk.16:17; Lk.10:17-20; Jn.14:13-14; Acts 3:1-8). By  the  finished  work  of  Calvary  where  the  power  of  darkness  were  put  to  an  open shame, and the divine post-resurrection grant to the church, no force can successfully resist an enlightened believer who comes in the name of Jesus (Eph.1:19-22; Phil.2:8-10). NB: Authority requires functional faith and relationship with  the  One  that  bears  the  Name,  to  be  effective  (Acts  19:14-16;  Matt.17:14-20). Jesus‟  authority  gives  dominion  over  all  spheres  of  life:  in  both  visible  and  invisible realms (Matt.28:18; Eph.1:22; 1Cor.15:24-28).

1. Names Give Access (LK.19:29-35; Jn.14:13-17; 16:24; Heb.4:16)

As earlier stated, names carry identities, and represent authority and as a result give access to restricted areas/places. No ordinary person is permitted to enter a restricted area without the required permission. In  like  manner,  after  the  fall  of  man  which made  him  to  come  short of  God‟s  glory (Rom.3:23), no human could have free access to the throne room. God, Himself comes to meet those that have some qualifications; the high priest had one annual privilege to access the shadow of God‟s throne (Heb.9:6-7; 10:1-7). At the terminal stage of Jesus‟ earthly ministry, He presented His name to His disciples as the instrument of unrestricted access to the throne (Jn.16:20-28; 14:13- 14). So starting or ending prayers or declaration with the phrase“inthenameofJesus”is not just a religious formality; but a declaration of the authority on which the request or decree is being made. The hosts of heaven respect it  as they respect Jesus. It is a legal right to function in the place of Jesus as a bride takes the husband‟s name, and enjoys the associated privileges. The name of Jesus positions us as “more-than-conquerors” (Rom.8:37).