Pr. DFD : Hallowed be Thy Name

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Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Tuesday, February 23, 2016 Hallowed be Thy Name

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}

Above every name. In ancient times, people were given names to describe them. The name of Jesus describes the essence of who He is: “salvation is of the Lord.” There is no other savior or means of salvation. “After His resurrection, He entirely laid aside the form of a servant, but not the human nature, and was established in the full use, manifestation, and declaration of the divine majesty. In this way He entered into His glory.” (Formula of Concord Epitome VIII 16)[1]

What is Christ’s exaltation? Christ’s exaltation is that as man He now fully and always uses His divine powers. “He descended into hell. The third day He rose against from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence, He will come to judge the living and the dead.[2]

O God, you willed to redeem us from all iniquity by your Son: Deliver us when we are tempted to regard sin without abhorrence, and let the virtue of his passion come between us and our mortal enemy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives, and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen[3]

[3] Collect for Tuesday of Lent 2, http://www.liturgies.net/Lent/LentenCollects.htm

Monday, February 22, 2016

Monday, February 22, 2016 Hallowed be Thy Name

O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! ^{Psalm 8:1}

The term “Lord” comes from the Hebrew Yahweh, the personal, revealed name of God. “Our Lord” comes from the Hebrew “Adonai, a common termed used to address a king, ruler, or anyone in position of authority. The psalm begins by crying out the name of the one and only true God, and then confesses Him our ruler. “Majestic” The name of Yahweh is rightfully described. Yahweh alone is, always has been, and always will be the one who exists and, by extension, is always present to act on behalf of humankind for our salvation. “Glory” God’s majesty is tangibly revealed on earth in the wonderful details, design of creation especially in Christ’s human nature and work, and extends beyond our view into the heavens.[1]

How is God’s name kept holy? God’s name is kept holy when the Word of God is taught in its truth and purity, and we, as the children of God, also lead holy lives according to it. Help us do this, dear Father in heaven! But anyone who teaches or lives contrary to God’s Word profanes the name of God among us. Protect us from this, heavenly Father![2]

Let your Spirit, O Lord, come into the midst of us to wash us with the pure water of repentance, and prepare us to be always a living sacrifice to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.[3]

[3] Collect for Monday of Lent 2, http://www.liturgies.net/Lent/LentenCollects.htm

Sunday, February 21, 2016

Sunday, February 21, 2016 Hallowed be Thy Name

As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. ^{Ephesians 4:1}

Paul begins as portion of Ephesians is not simply about our conduct. It contains some very profound Gospel teaching. However, there is a greater focus on the consequences of Law and Gospel for our faith and life.

Calling is the Christian faith itself, as brought by the Word of God.[1]

Hallowed be Thy name. What does this mean? God’s name is certainly holy in itself, but we pray in this petition that it may be kept holy among us also[2].

O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.[3]

[3] Collect for Sunday of Lent 2, http://www.liturgies.net/Lent/LentenCollects.htm

Saturday, February 20, 2016

Saturday, February 20, 2016 Hallowed be Thy Name

In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. ^{Matthew 5:16}

They may see your good works. Jesus urges His disciples to do good works for the people of this world. Says Luther, “What Jesus calls ‘good works’ here is the exercise, expression, and confession of the teaching about Christ and faith…” Shining is the real joy of believing or teaching, by which we also help others to believe.” (American Edition 21:65 See also the Formula of Concord, Epitome IV 18)

Glory to your Father. Good works are meant to lead others to glorify our heavenly Father, not to bring praise to the one who does them. Leading people to worship the true God is the whole purpose of doing good deeds.

Words without deeds are as if salt that has become useless or like a light put under a basket. The words we speak in praise of our heavenly Father need the support of our deeds. Jesus wants us to witness by both words and deeds, even as God bears witness that, He is our Father when He calls us His children.

Lord Jesus, help me to be good salt and a shining light wherever I am.[1]

We keep God’s name holy among us when we live according to God’s Word. See the story of Zacchaeus who resolved to live the Christian life. (Luke 19:1-9)[2]

O God, by your Word you marvelously carry out the work of reconciliation: Grant that in our Lenten fast we may be devoted to you with all our hearts, and united with one another in prayer and holy love; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.[3]

[3] Collect for Saturday of Lent 1, http://www.liturgies.net/Lent/LentenCollects.htm

Friday, February 19, 2016

Friday, February 19, 2016 Hallowed be Thy Name

Let the prophet who has a dream tell his dream, but let the one who has my word speak it faithfully. For what has straw to do with grain?” declares the LORD…Yes,” declares the LORD, “I am against the prophets who wag their own tongues and yet declare, ‘The LORD declares.’^{Jeremiah 23:28 & 31}

Speak My word faithfully. God works through His powerful Word. Corruption of his Word leads to confused teaching; hence, the responsibility of godly teachers is great. The Contrast between straw and wheat between the less useful straw and the precious, life-giving Word of God is what nourishes faith.[1]

God’s name is profaned, that is, dishonored, when anyone teaches contrary to God’s Word. We keep God’s name holy when God’s word is taught among us in its truth and purity. [2]

Lord Christ, our eternal Redeemer, grant us such fellowship in your sufferings, that filled with your Holy Spirit, we may subdue the flesh to the spirit, and the spirit to you, and at the last attain to the glory of your resurrection; who live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.[3]

[3] Collect for Friday of Lent 1, http://www.liturgies.net/Lent/LentenCollects.htm

Thursday, February 18, 2016

Thursday, February 18, 2016 Hallowed be Thy Name

Praise the LORD, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. ^{Psalm 103:1}

Psalms 103-106 are united by their call to praise the Lord and are a fitting conclusion to the Fourth book of the Psalter. While Psalm 103 is ascribed to King David, we cannot determine its particular time or situation. The psalm calls for the individual to praise the Lord. The soul is more than just the spiritual center. It refers to the whole person “all that is within me” body, mind, emotions, will, and personality.[1]

What does God require of us in the Second Commandment? We should call upon His name in every trouble, pray, praise, give thanks.[2]

What are we asking for when we pray that God’s name be made holy? Since God’s name is God as he has revealed Himself to us, we cannot make His name holy, nut we do pray that He would help us keep His name holy in our lives.[3]

Strengthen us, O Lord, by your grace, that in your might we may overcome all spiritual enemies, and with pure hearts serve you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.[4]

[4] Collect for Thursday of Lent 1, http://www.liturgies.net/Lent/LentenCollects.htm

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Wednesday, February 17, 2016 Hallowed be Thy Name

You shall not misuse the name of the LORD your God, for the LORD will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name. ^{Exodus 20:7}

No longer does the Lord speak directly to the people. Now Moses, His servant speaks to Him. This commandment prohibits taking oaths or vows in the Lord’s name, which does not intend to keep. To misuse God’s name is to speak it without meaning is to use God’s name unnecessarily or casually. [1]

What does God forbid in the Second Commandment God’s name is misused when people speak God’s name uselessly or carelessly. God’s name is misused when people curse, swear, use satanic arts, lie or deceive by His name. We pray that God’s name not be taken in vain…but be used well for God’s praise and honor. [Large Catechism III 45] [2]

Bless us, O God, in this holy season, in which our hearts seek your help and healing; and so purify us by your discipline that we may grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.[3]

[3] Collect for Wednesday of Lent 1, http://www.liturgies.net/Lent/LentenCollects.htm