"For this reason also, God highly exalted Him, and bestowed on Him the name which is above every name,..."
Philippians 2:9God has exalted Jesus to the highest of positions, and that means He is to have that same position in our lives. We exalt Jesus when we praise Him in worship, obey His commands and teachings, and proclaim Him to others. Think for just a moment: Do your thoughts, words and deeds exalt the name of Jesus?
God has always claimed first place, and deservedly so. In Exodus 20:3 God commands that we have no other gods before Him. Whatever most occupies our thoughts, our time and our resources usurps God for the top spot in our lives. Who or what has the highest position in your life? Are there any changes you need to make to place and keep Jesus exalted in your life — to keep Him number one?
Jesus is the Name above all names
Day 2 — Part 2"...so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow, of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth,..."
Philippians 2:10Throughout Scripture, there are many names for Jesus. Although they are not HIs literal name, these descriptive titles carry specific meaning, giving insight into His character and mission. The name Jesus means "The Lord is salvation." Some of His other names are the Good Shepherd, the Bread of Life, the Light of the World, the Alpha and Omega, the Word of God, and the Lamb of God.
Consider two titles from the prophet Isaiah that are especially timely for today.
"And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace."
Isaiah 9:6Wonderful Counselor
Prince of Peace
Jesus