Faith in the Name

Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. (Acts 2:38)

Peter wasn't just giving people a simple invitation to know Jesus. He was speaking with authority and purpose when he said, "Repent and be baptized every one of you." He centered it all on "in the name of Jesus Christ.” See, the early church didn't just tag "in Jesus' name" at the end of their prayers; they lived in His name, they healed in His name, because every knee will bow and tongue will confess before the name of Jesus.

When Peter said to "repent" and "be baptized," he wasn't guiding them into some religious ritual. He was urging them to reject the world's system and satan's influence and to publicly declare their allegiance to God.

Repentance is when we surrender our hearts to God. Baptism is when we declare to the world how God has changed us. But the Holy Spirit gave us the ability to live empowered now.

Mountains and demons don't move because we are loud; they move because we speak with delegated authority and use the name of Jesus with faith.

Practical Application

Stop using the world's language by saying "I can't" or "I'm afraid" or "I'm not _____ enough.” Declare that in Jesus' name, whatever problem is in front of you must bow. If God called you to do this task, nothing the enemy can bring can stop you.

Luke 24:47; Acts 8:12