“The Word, the Name, the Blood” is the theme at our church. Like many churches, we have majored on the power of the Word of God because it’s the Word of God that sets us free. Jesus said in John 8:31-32, “If you abide in My word…you shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free.”
The Word of God can and will set you free. We know there’s power in the Word of God.
The Power of the Name
We know there’s power in the name of Jesus. When Peter and John were standing in front of the lame man in Acts chapter 3, they said to him, “In the name of Jesus, rise and walk.” The man jumped up and leaped, totally healed.
The Word says Peter looked out at the crowd and asked them why they were so amazed? “It’s not us. It’s the power in the name.” Then Peter went on to preach faith in the name of Jesus because he wanted them to know that it was Jesus Who had given this man strength and made him whole.
Above All Names
The name of Jesus is above every name that is named (Phil. 2:9). There is no name above the name of Jesus. Every name that is named has to bow to the name of Jesus. Cancer is a name and it has to bow to the name of Jesus. Diabetes is a name and it has to bow to the name of Jesus. Sickness, disease, and poverty are just names and they all have to bow to the name of Jesus. The scripture tells us over and over and over again – it’s by the name.
When Peter and the apostles were arrested in Acts chapter 4, the religious leaders told them one thing. Quit preaching about that name! Don’t speak the name.
There’s power in the Word. There’s power in the name and there is power in the blood.
The Power of the Blood
One teaching in the Bible that has been overlooked by some in the church is the power of the blood of Jesus. One major denomination put out a new version of the Bible a few years ago and omitted fifteen references to the blood of Jesus!
Another major denomination decided their songs had too much about the blood, so they eliminated all songs in their hymnals, which referred to the blood. Much of the religious community has the view that we are more civilized now and talking about blood is offensive.
The devil wants us to eliminate the blood from our theology, so we will be powerless. A powerless Christian is easily defeated. A powerless Christian is easily deceived. A powerless Christian will easily fall into sin. Satan knows if he can deceive us into ignoring the blood, we will be overtaken.
As a believer you are the temple of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit will not move into a vessel that’s full of sin. When you were saved, you were made righteous by the blood of Jesus cleansing you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:7). Without the blood cleansing you from all unrighteousness, the Spirit of God will not live in you and will not move through you.
So, speak the Word, use the name and plead the blood.
Excerpt permission granted by Larry Ollison Ministries
Dr. Larry Ollison is founder and Senior Pastor of Walk on the Water Faith Church and founder of Larry Ollison Ministries. With over forty years in the ministry, he is a very popular speaker nationally and internationally and ministers the Word of Faith through radio, television, Internet, and daily e-mail devotionals. As the author of twelve books (including The Power of Grace, The Practical Handbook for Christian Living, Breaking the Cycle of Offense, Life is in the Blood, and recently released The Paradise of God), he is in frequent demand for radio/TV interviews, book signings, and magazine publications.
Dr. Ollison was raised a Southern Baptist. While majoring in theology at Southwest Baptist University, he received the baptism of the Holy Spirit. For many years he traveled extensively speaking at Full Gospel Business Men's meetings and conventions. He later earned an M.A. in Theology and a Ph.D. and Th.D. from Life Christian University.
Currently President of International Convention of Faith Ministries (ICFM), Dr. Ollison is also Vice-President of Spirit FM Christian Radio Network, Missouri State Director of Christians United for Israel (CUFI), and a Trustee on the boards of several international ministries. He is also the host of The Cutting Edge Radio Broadcast and authors The Cutting Edge Daily Devotional.
As the owner of a marine dealership, his extensive business background brings a unique flavor to his teaching. He founded and served as chairman of the Missouri State Marine Board, President of the Marine Dealers’ Association, Vice-President of a bank holding company, along with holding several directorships in various corporations.
Dr. Ollison's strongest areas of teaching are the blood of Jesus, faith, relationships, the Hebrew language, the Holy Spirit, the end times, and heaven. During ministry, he operates freely in the gifts of the Holy Spirit. His use of humor and his ability to make a theological concept simple makes it enjoyable and easy for everyone to understand. Countless testimonies have been received from people who say their lives have been changed after experiencing Dr. Ollison's unique ministry.
Dr. Ollison is a pastor, pilot, teacher, and author. His number one goal is to meet the needs of the people through the teaching of faith in God's Word. He and his wife, Loretta, have two children and six grandchildren.