“This is the way”: I Have Spoken.

A Message to Believers…

“In Jesus’ Name” — A Misunderstood Phrase of Power and Authority

There’s a phrase that gets used often in Christian circles: “In Jesus’ name.” It’s usually followed by an Amen, and often said with great emotion or urgency—especially in moments of prayer, healing, or rebuke. Phrases like:

“I rebuke that in Jesus’ name, amen.”

“Be healed, in Jesus’ name.”

“In Jesus’ name, I speak breakthrough.”

While these statements may be sincere, I’ve had a revelation that changes how I see the phrase “in Jesus’ name”—and I believe it brings correction to how we sometimes misuse it.

Let’s be clear: “In Jesus’ name” is not a spiritual incantation or power booster for our faith. It’s not the Christian version of “abracadabra.” It’s not the emotional icing on a prayer. It is a declaration of representation.

When you say, “in the name of Jesus,” you are speaking in place of Jesus—as if He were standing there Himself, and you are carrying out His will and authority. It is a legal, spiritual commission. You are acting on behalf of the One who sent you.

In biblical times, to do something “in someone’s name” meant you were doing it as their representative, under their authority, with their backing. You weren’t speaking for yourself—you were delivering what the king or the master or the Lord had declared.

That’s why Jesus said:

 “Whatever you ask in My name, this I will do, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.”

—John 14:13 (NASB)

This doesn’t mean we can ask for anything we want and slap Jesus’ name on it. It means we ask in accordance with His mission, His will, and His authority—and when we do, He will act because we are standing as His representative.

We see the consequences of misunderstanding this in Acts 19:13-16, where some Jewish exorcists try to cast out demons “by the Jesus whom Paul preaches.” The demon answers, “Jesus I know, and Paul I know about, but who are you?” Then the demon-possessed man beats them down.

Why? Because they used the right name, but had no relationship or commission. They weren’t sent. They weren’t aligned. They were borrowing a name they had no right to wield.

That’s the difference.

To say, “in Jesus’ name” rightly is to walk as one sent by Jesus. Not just with faith—but with alignment, obedience, and the authority of the One who gave the command. And to say “Amen” afterward is to say, “So be it. Let it be established.”

So, the next time you pray, rebuke, or speak healing in Jesus’ name, pause and ask:

Am I just saying this because I want it to happen?

Or am I standing in alignment with Jesus, sent by Him, representing His heart, His will, and His mission?

Because that’s where the true power lies—not just in saying His name, but in standing in His place.

From the right hand of God, I say these things—

in Jesus’ name. Amen and amen.

“This is the way”…..”I have spoken.” If you’re a Mandalorian fan, you got this quote. lol