Hold Fast the Form of Sound Words, Which Thou Hast Heard of Me, In Faith and Love Which Is In Christ Jesus - Part 1645

IF the people which are called by MY NAME will ...!

Who declared this promise? Of course, it was God. But as we discussed in earlier posts, God is not a name. God is a descriptive title. But what happens when some people suggest that both name and descriptive title are one and the same? Or, by extension, both terms really mean the same thing? The only legitimate response for anyone who studies the scriptures as a workman that need not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of truth is this -- that it could only be the same because these folks desire it to be.

And why would anyone want to adhere to such a belief? Well, perhaps to console themselves from their own misdirection. Rather than admit that the traditional modern day religious beliefs they have adhered to might be wrong, they prefer to keep on deceiving others, and unfortunately, in the end being deceived themselves. Indeed, they would suggest -- what would people think if we were to recant our original position? This stance -- sadly -- even when people (and likewise, institutions at different points historically) have changed their doctrinal positions from time to time.

Certainly, the Word of God should be (and is) much more precious than silver and gold. Early believers were known to seek after the truths of the Word of God to the point that the Word of God became more important than their necessary sustenance. I’m sure most believers understand the depth and breadth of the Christian born again experience.

This is why in response to the question, "What is the name of the church you attend?" I can happily reply "The JESUS people." In fact, is there anything else? The scriptures make the question of "who" Jesus is abundantly clear. For example, when Jesus asked, "Who do men say that I am?" they replied saying, some say this and some say that.

Jesus then asked His disciples directly, "But who do you say that I am?" Peter was first out the gate saying to Jesus, "You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God." Jesus then replied, "Peter, flesh and blood has not revealed this to you but My Father which is in Heaven has revealed this to you."

Yes, Jesus is the Christ, the Messiah, God manifest in the flesh as a Son. God with us. Conceived of the Holy Ghost. (Luke 1:35; Matthew 1:21-23; Isaiah 9:6) In Jesus did dwell all the fullness of the Godhead bodily. (Colossians 2:9; I Timothy 3:16) So all of these, Jesus assuredly was. But still, what was His name? This is the question. Of course. JESUS is the name.

How many times did Jesus say, "In My Name"?

And ye shall call His Name JESUS for He shall save His people from their sin! (Matthew 1:21-23; Titus 3:4-7) Other scriptures confirm this fact. For instance, There is no other name under Heaven given among men whereby mankind can be saved. The Name is JESUS! Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. What is the Name? JESUS! Believe on the LORD JESUS the Christ and you shall be saved. Look to Me all you people, even to the ends of the earth and be saved. Why?

Because I AM GOD and beside Me there is no Saviour. I AM the good shepherd, the same good Shepherd that gives His life for His sheep. Tell me again - who was the Good Shepherd? There is only One good Shepherd and His name is JESUS. The Name of JESUS is ABOVE every other Name in Heaven and earth. God (eternal Spirit) has glorified His Son JESUS, declaring that JESUS is both LORD and CHRIST. (Acts 2:36)

The husbandman that labours must be first partaker of the fruits. (II Timothy 2:6)

And let ALL the angels of GOD WORSHIP HIM! And you shall WORSHIP the LORD your GOD and HIM only shall you serve! And further, what do the scriptures state? Yes, that every knee shall bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus the Christ is Lord. The scriptures also state that repentance and remission of sin should be preached among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem.

Therefore, repent, and be baptized into the Name of JESUS for the remission of sin so that you shall receive the gift of His Spirit -- the Holy Ghost. Yes, JESUS breathed on them saying, "Receive you, the Holy Ghost"

We have the same opportunity as believers and a good soldier of Jesus Christ. Thus, consider what the Lord has said -- give thee understanding in all things, remembering that Jesus Christ of the seed of David was raised from the dead according to the gospel. Of these things, put in remembrance, that thou stir up the gift of God which is in thee by the putting on of my hands -- "For God has not given us the Spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. Be not therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord for He is our all in all.

Stand in the offering plate.