The Names of Jesus - Elmer Towns

out of a legalistic spirit or fear of the consequences of not obeying but, rather, out of an inner
desire to please the One we love.
John uses an interesting word to describe the Father and Son making Their abode within
the believer. The word monai, translated “abode” in John 14:23, occurs only one other time in
Scripture, and there it is translated “mansions” (John 14:2). Obviously, John's use of the word
here is significant. While Jesus is in Heaven preparing our mansion, we here on earth are
providing Him a mansion. If the Lord were to prepare us a mansion similar to the mansion we
are preparing for Him, what would our mansion in Heaven be like? When we understand that
Jesus is not only in Heaven but also living within, that in itself should be an incentive to holy
living.
CONCLUSION
Jesus came not to be served but to serve. In many ways He is still serving us today. When
we learn the service names of Jesus, our appreciation of and love for Him increase. But an
understanding of the service names of Jesus does more for us than merely increase our love for
the Lord. Jesus said, “It is enough for the disciple that he be as his master” (Matthew 10:25).
Since Jesus is by name and nature a minister to the needs of others, too, we as His disciples,
minister to others in His name.
For Discussion:
1. The service names of Christ which relate to His act of creation are Creator and
Sustainer. Discuss each of these roles.
2. What are Christ's instructive names? What can we learn about Christ from each?
3. The sovereign names of Christ describe His role in giving direction to the believer.
What can we learn about Christ from each of these names?
4. The assistance names of Christ reveal how Christ supports and helps the believer.
Discuss the meaning and work involved in these names.
5. Share your reaction to reviewing these service names of Christ. Which is most
meaningful to you? Why?