Month: June 2026

Day 157 of 365: Preparation Day – Why God’s Names Matter

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Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Family, as I prepare to introduce a new mini series to you, I want to thank you for continuing to go on theses daily journeys with me. We just concluded the mini series on “What Is It About The Name of Jesus?” and now we are about to dive into a new mini series on the different names of God.

Psalm 9:10
New International Version

10 Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.

In Scripture, God’s names are never mere titles. They reveal His character, His nature, His promises, and His relationship with His people.

When God reveals a new name, He is often revealing a new dimension of Himself in response to a human need. To the fearful, He reveals Himself as peace. To the wounded, He reveals Himself as healer. To the wandering, He reveals Himself as shepherd. To the weary, He reveals Himself as provider.

God’s names are invitations to know Him more deeply.

Many people know facts about God, but throughout the Bible God continually reveals His names because He desires relationship, not merely information. Every name teaches us something about who He is and how He cares for His children.

As we begin this new journey together, we are not simply studying ancient Hebrew names. We are drawing closer to the living God. Each name we explore will reveal another facet of His heart and remind us that the God of Scripture is still actively working in our lives today.

Over the coming days, we will discover names such as Jehovah-Jireh, the Lord who provides; Jehovah-Rapha, the Lord who heals; Jehovah-Shalom, the Lord our peace; and many others. Each name carries a testimony of God’s faithfulness.

The question is not merely, “What is God’s name?” The deeper question is, “What is God revealing about Himself to me through this name?”

Question: Which aspect of God’s character do you need most in this season of your life? Provision? Peace? Healing? Guidance? Protection? Ask God to prepare your heart to encounter Him in a fresh way as we begin this journey through His names. 

Let Us Pray

Abba, Thank You for revealing Yourself to us. You are not a distant God hidden from Your people. Throughout Scripture, You have made Yourself known through Your names, Your works, and Your faithfulness.

As we begin this new series, open our eyes to see You more clearly. Teach us not only what Your names mean but what they reveal about Your heart. Help us move beyond knowledge into deeper relationship with You.

Prepare our hearts to receive fresh understanding, fresh faith, and fresh trust. May every name we study draw us closer to the One who bears it. In Jesus’ precious name, Amen, Amen, and Amen.

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Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Covington, GA (USA)

Day 156 of 365: What Is It About The Name of Jesus? (Day 10)

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The Name We Will Worship Forever

Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Revelation 19:11-16
New International Version

The Heavenly Warrior Defeats the Beast

11 I saw heaven standing open and there before me was a white horse, whose rider is called Faithful and True. With justice he judges and wages war. 12 His eyes are like blazing fire, and on his head are many crowns. He has a name written on him that no one knows but he himself. 13 He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and his name is the Word of God. 14 The armies of heaven were following him, riding on white horses and dressed in fine linen, white and clean. 15 Coming out of his mouth is a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations. “He will rule them with an iron scepter.”[a] He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God Almighty. 16 On his robe and on his thigh he has this name written:
King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

Revelation 22:3-4
New International Version

3 No longer will there be any curse. The throne of God and of the Lamb will be in the city, and his servants will serve him. 4 They will see his face, and his name will be on their foreheads.

Family, the name of Jesus is not temporary. It is not merely the name that carried us through this life. It is the name that will reign throughout eternity.

In our scripture passages this evening, when the Apostle John looked into heaven, he saw Jesus not as the suffering servant hanging on a cross, but as the conquering King riding on a white horse. The One who was mocked now wears many crowns. The One who was rejected now rules over all creation.

John writes that on His robe and on His thigh is written:

“KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.”


Every earthly kingdom will fade. Every government will pass away. Every human title will eventually be forgotten. But the name of Jesus will remain forever.

The story of redemption does not end with the resurrection. It ends with the eternal reign of Christ.
In Revelation 22, John describes the New Jerusalem where God’s servants worship Him continually. One phrase stands out:

“They will see His face, and His name will be on their foreheads.“

Throughout Scripture, God’s people have called upon His name. In eternity, His name will permanently mark His people. No more separation. No more spiritual battles. No more tears. No more waiting. The name we have trusted by faith will become the name we behold with our own eyes.

Today we worship through imperfect voices and distracted hearts. One day we will worship in perfect holiness, standing before the King Himself. The name of Jesus is not merely the answer to our problems. It is the ultimate reward of our salvation.

Heaven is glorious because Jesus is there.
The greatest promise of eternity is not streets of gold, gates of pearl, or mansions prepared for the saints. The greatest promise is that we will finally see the One whose name carried us through every trial, every heartbreak, every battle, and every victory. And the worship will never end!!!! Hallelujah!!!!

Let Us Pray

Spirit of the Living God, Thank You for the name of Jesus, the name that saved me, carried me, protected me, strengthened me, and never left me. Thank You that His name is not only powerful for today but eternal forever.

Lord Jesus, You are the King of kings and the Lord of lords. Every crown belongs to You. Every victory belongs to You. Every breath of worship belongs to You.

Help me live each day with eternity in view. When life becomes difficult, remind me that this world is not my home and that a day is coming when I will see Your face. Until then, let my heart remain fixed on You.

May my worship grow deeper as I remember that I am preparing for an eternity spent in Your presence. Thank You for the promise that one day I will see the King whose name I have loved and trusted all my life. In the mighty and everlasting name of Jesus, Amen, Amen, and Amen.

Worship Video of the Day

Bishop Hezekiah Walker sang “Every Praise” alongside his choir (The Love Fellowship Choir) on his 2013 album, Azusa: The Next Generation. The track was co-produced by Walker and acclaimed gospel producer Donald Lawrence. It was written by John David Bratton.

Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Covington, GA (USA)

Day 155 of 365: What Is It About The Name of Jesus? (Day 9)

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We Pray In His Name. More Than Magic Words

Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

John 14:6-7
New International Version

6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. 7 If you really know me, you will know[a] my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.”

John 14:12-14
New International Version

12 Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father. 13 And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.


Family,  many people have walked away from God because they believed He did not answer their prayers.

They prayed for healing that did not come when they expected. They prayed for relationships to be restored. They prayed for financial breakthroughs, open doors, and relief from pain. When the answer was different than what they hoped for, or when the answer seemed delayed. They concluded that God’s promises had failed.

One of the most misunderstood passages in Scripture is Jesus’ promise:

“13 And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son..” (John 14:13)

Taken alone, these words can sound like a blank check from heaven. Some imagine that saying “in Jesus’ name” is the spiritual equivalent of signing a request form and expecting immediate approval.

But Jesus was not offering a formula. He was revealing a relationship.

Before making this promise, Jesus declared, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” He was reminding His disciples that everything begins and ends with Him. To pray in His name is not simply to speak His name. It is to pray as one who belongs to Him, trusts Him, follows Him, and seeks the Father’s glory.

Notice what Jesus says: “That the Father may be glorified in the Son.”

That changes everything.

Praying in Jesus’ name is not about getting our will done in heaven. It is about God’s will being accomplished on earth through us. It is about asking for what reflects His heart, His purposes, and His kingdom.

Sometimes God’s answer is yes.

Sometimes His answer is wait.

Sometimes His answer is different than what we imagined.

But every answer given through the authority of Jesus’ name serves a greater purpose than our comfort, it serves the glory of God.

The power is not in using the words “in Jesus’ name” at the end of a prayer.

The power is found in the One whose name we bear.

When we pray in alignment with Jesus, we can trust that He hears us, works for us, and accomplishes exactly what will bring the Father the greatest glory.

I tell people all the time, God does things in our life for two reasons and that is FOR OUR GROWTH and HIS GLORY.

That is what is so powerful about the name of Jesus. Jesus is speaking to disciples who know Him, believe Him, follow Him, and desire the Father’s glory. To pray in His name is not merely to use His name; it is to pray in alignment with His character, His will, His mission, and His glory. The promise is not about getting everything we desire. It is about Jesus accomplishing through His people everything that fulfills the Father’s purposes.

Let Us Pray

Spirit of the Living God, Thank You for the gift of prayer and for the privilege of approaching You through the name of Jesus. Forgive us for the times we have viewed prayer as a way to get what we want instead of a way to draw closer to Your heart. Teach us what it truly means to pray in the name of Jesus, not merely with our words, but with a surrendered heart that seeks Your will above our own.

When Your answers are different than our expectations, help us trust Your wisdom. When the answer seems delayed, help us to remain faithful. When we do not understand what You are doing, remind us that You are always working for our good and for Your glory.

Shape our desires until they reflect Your desires. Align our heart with Your purposes. Let our prayers become less about our plans and more about Your kingdom.

Lord Jesus, thank You that Your name gives us access to the Father. Thank You that we never pray alone. Help us to live, walk, believe, and pray in a manner worthy of Your name.
May every prayer we offer bring glory to the Father through the Son.
In the mighty and holy name of Jesus, we do pray. Amen, Amen and Amen.

Worship Video of the Day

Ada performs “IN YOUR NAME” Live from the Future Now Concerts featuring Johannesburg South Africa, Lusaka Zambia, London UK, Maryland USA.
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Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Day 154 of 365: What Is It About The Name of Jesus (Day 8)

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Protection in His Name

Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Proverbs 18:10
New International Version

10 The name of the Lord is a fortified tower;
the righteous run to it and are safe.

Family, there are moments in life when we become keenly aware of our need for God’s protection. Sometimes the attacks are obvious. Other times they come quietly through fear, anxiety, discouragement, temptation, confusion, or restless nights that leave us feeling unsettled and weary.

Throughout Scripture, God’s people found safety not in their own strength but in the Lord Himself. Proverbs 18:10 paints a powerful picture: the name of the Lord is a fortified tower. In biblical times, a fortified tower was a place of refuge during battle. When danger approached, people ran to the tower because they knew they would be protected there.

What makes this verse so beautiful is that it reminds us where our safety is found. The righteous are not safe because they are strong. They are safe because they know where to run.

As believers, we have been given the precious name of Jesus. His name carries authority over every power of darkness, every scheme of the enemy, and every fear that seeks to overwhelm our hearts. When we call upon the name of Jesus, we are not reciting a formula; we are placing our trust in the One who has all authority in heaven and on earth.

There have been times in my own life when I have felt under attack. In those moments, I have learned that my greatest weapon is not panic but prayer. My greatest defense is not fear but faith. When I call upon the name of Jesus, I am reminded that I belong to Him and that He is watching over me.

The enemy may try to disturb our peace, but he cannot remove us from the protective care of our Savior. We can pray over our minds, our homes, our families, our bodies, and even our sleep. We can rest knowing that the God who never slumbers nor sleeps is faithfully watching over His children.

What is it about the name of Jesus?

His name is a refuge for the weary. His name is a shelter in the storm. His name is a defense against the enemy. His name is a fortified tower for all who run to Him.

Today, whatever battle you may be facing, do not focus on the size of the attack. Focus on the strength of the tower. Run to Jesus. You will find that His protection is greater than anything that comes against you.

Let Us Pray

Spiritof the Living God, Thank You for being our refuge, our fortress, and our strong tower. Thank You for the protection that is found in Your presence and in the mighty name of Jesus.

When fear tries to overwhelm us, teach us to run to You. When attacks come against our minds, remind us that our thoughts belong to Christ. When discouragement seeks to steal our peace, help us stand firmly upon Your promises.

Lord, we ask for Your protection over our homes, our families, our bodies, our minds, and our sleep. Surround us with Your peace and guard us from every scheme of the enemy. Let Your presence fill every place where fear has tried to enter.

Thank You that we do not stand alone. Thank You that the name of Jesus is greater than every power of darkness and stronger than every attack we may face. Help us trust You completely and rest securely in Your care.

We run to You today, our Strong Tower, knowing that in You we are safe. In the powerful and precious name of Jesus, Amen, Amen and Amen.

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Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Day 153 of 365: What Is It About The Name of Jesus? (Day 7) 

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Peace In His Name

Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

John 14:27
New International Version

27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

John 16:33
New International Version

33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

Family, isn’t it so very interesting that Jesus offers Peace when we are sometimes in the most chaotic moments? In full transparency, today has been hard, very hard. I’m trying my best, and Im pulling from everything I have to write tonight.

The only thing I really want to do is to put on some worship music, crawl into bed, and allow the Lord’s peace to restore me. I know that my emotions can sometimes get the best of me, because of what I face from time to time.

One thing, I always know to be true is that the peace of the Lord is always there. So tonight, if you don’t mind, Im going to do exactly what our scripture passage instruct us to do, Im going to rest in the Lord’s peace.

May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Let Us Pray

Jesus, I am tired. Some of my strength has been spent carrying things I cannot control.
I bring You my weariness, my frustration, my questions, and my silence. I do not ask You to make me stronger tonight. I ask You to be my strength. Let Your peace settle over my heart and mind. Remind me that I do not have to carry tomorrow tonight. In Your precious name, Amen.

Worship Video of the Day

Official Music Video for Maverick City Music’s “Hymn Medley” feat. Chandler Moore.
Listen to Chandler’s new album Live In Los Angeles: https://chandlermoore….​
This song is a medley of Great Is Thy Faithfulness, ‘Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus, and It Is Well – and this video was captured during a live recording by Maverick City Music.

Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA

Day 152 of 365 — What Is It About the Name of Jesus? (Day 6)

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Healing In His Name

Greetings, Precious Family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you always.

Acts 3:1-8
New International Version

Peter Heals a Lame Beggar

3 One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the time of prayer—at three in the afternoon. 2 Now a man who was lame from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those going into the temple courts. 3 When he saw Peter and John about to enter, he asked them for money. 4 Peter looked straight at him, as did John. Then Peter said, “Look at us!” 5 So the man gave them his attention, expecting to get something from them.

6 Then Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.” 7 Taking him by the right hand, he helped him up, and instantly the man’s feet and ankles became strong. 8 He jumped to his feet and began to walk. Then he went with them into the temple courts, walking and jumping, and praising God.

Family, what a powerful Scripture passage we have this evening. Once again, the power and authority of the name of Jesus is shown so clearly.

Two things are happening at the same time. First, Peter and John were exactly where God wanted them to be. They were on their way to the temple to pray, making themselves available to be used by Him. How many blessings, opportunities, and divine appointments happen when we simply remain obedient to God’s leading?

Second, even though Peter and John were well-known disciples of Jesus, they understood where their authority ended and Jesus’ authority began. Peter told the beggar, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.”

Family, so many times we become consumed by our problems when we should be looking beyond our problems to the One who is greater than them. Peter did not focus on what he lacked. He focused on Who he had. He had Jesus Christ of Nazareth.

We are rich beyond measure because we have Jesus.

The name of Jesus brings healing, restoration, and wholeness. He is able to touch every area of our lives. Sometimes He heals bodies. Sometimes He heals hearts. Sometimes He restores relationships. Sometimes He mends wounds that no one else can see.

His healing reaches into every part of our lives:

• Emotional healing
• Relational healing
• Spiritual healing
• Healing from grief, shame, guilt, and brokenness

Whatever needs healing tonight, there is still power in the name of Jesus. Don’t be afraid to trust Jesus.

Let Us Pray

Lord Jesus, we stand in awe of Your timing.

Every day, this man was brought to the gate called Beautiful. Every day, he sat in the same place, with the same condition, asking for the same help. And yet, on this day, the day recorded in Your Word, everything changed.

Why this day, Lord? Why not yesterday? Why not the year before? Why not sooner?

And yet we see that nothing about this moment was accidental. You had already ordained the steps of Peter and John. You had already prepared the heart of the man who was asking. And in the right moment, You revealed that Your power had been present all along.

Teach us to trust Your timing, even when we do not understand it.

Teach us to believe that delays are not denials, and that what feels like waiting is never wasted in Your hands.

Lord, just as You did at the gate called Beautiful, meet us in our own “today” moments. The places where we have grown used to waiting. The places where we have learned to survive instead of expect.

And when Your moment comes, open our eyes to recognize that You were never absent. Lord, you were preparing, positioning, and perfecting what we could not see.

We surrender our timelines to You. We surrender our understanding to You. And we trust that You are still the God who steps into ordinary days and makes them holy with Your presence.

In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, Amen, Amen and Amen.

Worship Video of the Day

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Rev. Marcia Davis, BA, MA