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Praise His Name
By: Lola Oni
Saturday, December 27, 2025
“To whom will you compare me? Or who is my equal?” says the Holy One. Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name. Isaiah 40:25-26
Names are important. For example, the Yoruba people in West Africa are noted for their rich culture. An important aspect of their culture is attaching a unique meaning to every person's name. A name could reflect the circumstances of a child's birth, it might testify about God's faithfulness, or it may describe an answered prayer. Every time the person's name is called, it is an opportunity to glorify God (Psalm 89:1). Around the world, many names have a story behind them... But the name of Jesus is exalted above them all (Philippians 2:9. The scriptures tell us the name of Jesus is the only name under heaven which can save us (Acts 4:12). The name of Jesus is unequalled!
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
God loves us so much, He sent His only Son to save us. The scriptures tell us The Word became flesh so He could dwell among us (John 1:14). But the God who created the universe wants to relate to us personally! We know that is true because God's Word says He is interested in the smallest details of our lives. But if we want to know God's plan for our lives, we must be in a close, personal relationship with Him. God is relational, and He created us to be relational too. He wants Christ followers to know Him, then make His name known to others! We can't "do life" alone either, because in Him, we live and move and have our being (Acts 17:28).
Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name that is above every name, 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. Philippians 2:9-11
This holiday season, take some time to think about Jesus' name. His name is like no other; it opens doors, breaks chains, gives peace, and so much more. Call on the name of Jesus, it's the sweetest name you know! He is your Rock, your deliverer, and your refuge (Psalm 18:1-2). Praise Him, and celebrate His name!