The Jesus Bible Reading PlanSample

BEARING WITNESS TO JESUS

In Acts 3, Luke focuses on the importance of Jesus’ name by documenting the disciples’ empowerment to heal people “in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth” (3:6). This theme is seen throughout the book as the disciples continue to perform miracles and baptize in Jesus’ name, as well as witnessing to and suffering “disgrace for the Name” (e.g., 5:41; 9:16; 10:48; 21:13).

Not only is their power to do these things directly sourced from Jesus himself, but also their purpose is, unquestionably, to proclaim Jesus’ name. The core of discipleship is always centered on the person of Christ, nothing else. The mission is always to know Jesus and to make him known. Jesus’ disciples give, serve, heal, witness, are empowered, and live for Jesus — not for their own glory, but to bring glory and honor to his name above all others (Ac 4:12; Php 2:9 – 11; Rev 15:4).

Jesus, help me to know you and make you known. I want to bring glory and honor to your name. Amen.