Make Your Name Holy

In this sermon from Fremont Community Church, we dive into the second petition of the Lord’s Prayer: "Hallowed be your name." While commonly recited as a routine statement of praise, Jesus actually taught this phrase as an urgent prayer request. We are asking God to act in such a way that His name, character, and reputation are held sacred and holy—both in our personal lives and across the wider world.

Examining the third commandment, A.W. Tozer’s classic insights on the knowledge of God, and Jesus’ mission in the Gospels, this message contrasts the deconstructing cynicism of modern culture with the true, transcendent holiness of God. Discover how Christ’s holiness is not fragile or distant, but active and contagious—cleansing brokenness and giving us the confidence to surrender to His coming Kingdom.

Scripture References Cited:

Matthew 6:9–13 (The Lord's Prayer)

Exodus 20:7 (The Third Commandment)

John 17:26 & John 12:28 (Jesus revealing the Father's name)

Luke 5:12–13 & Mark 5:25–34 (Jesus' cleansing holiness)

1 Corinthians 11:23–26 (The Lord's Supper)

Numbers 6:24–26 & Deuteronomy 28:1–14 (Covenant and Priestly Blessings)

3 Key Takeaways:

A Request, Not Just a Declaration: "Hallowed be your name" is a petition asking God to intervene so that His holiness is visibly demonstrated and revered in our hearts and culture.

Carrying the Family Name: Taking the Lord's name in vain is not merely careless speech; it is carrying the name of Christ while living in a way that misrepresents His character to the world.

Contagious Holiness: While human culture assumes power and purity are always corrupted, Jesus demonstrates that divine holiness enters our uncleanness to redeem, heal, and transform us.

Community Question: In what specific area of your life this week can you invite God to make His character holy and evident through your words and choices? Let us know in the comments below!

Chapter Markers:

00:00 - The Structure of the Lord's Prayer

01:14 - What Does "Hallowed" Actually Mean?

02:03 - A Prayer Request, Not Just a Compliment

04:33 - The Third Commandment & Carrying God's Name

06:40 - A.W. Tozer: What You Think About God

08:46 - Christ’s Mission to Reveal the Father

10:24 - Bearing the Family Name with Integrity

13:47 - Postmodernism vs. The Transcendent Holy God

18:49 - Contagious Holiness: From Altars to Christ

24:22 - Trusting the King to Pray "Your Kingdom Come"

27:35 - Pastoral Prayer: Make Your Name Holy

29:55 - Communion at the Lord's Table (1 Cor. 11:23–26)

35:53 - Covenant & Priestly Blessing

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