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"Jesus Is His Name" by Aaron Goodhew: The Name That Changes Everything


“Jesus Is His Name” by Aaron Goodhew is a song written as a Christ-centred declaration of who God is and what He has done. The song begins by asking, “Who designed creation and called it into being?” and quickly answers by pointing our eyes “high above the heavens” and leading us to the very place “where he rests his feet.” In other words, this is worship from creation to restoration.

Aaron Goodhew - Jesus Is His NameEach verse walks through different parts of Christ’s work: parting waters, calming storms, healing lepers, restoring outcasts, setting captives free. The chorus invites the church to confess together: "He is the Lord God // Lifted up // Mighty to be praised // Sovereign King of kings // Name above all names." But most of all, He is the personal Savior “The one who paid our ransom // The one who saved a wretch like me.”

The bridge crowns this declaration, calling Jesus “wonderful counsellor, mighty king and friend,” the Lion and the Lamb whose glory we cannot fully comprehend.

A declaration like this triggers personal reflection... It poses the question: "What does this mean for you?" Instead of shrinking back, let this song remind you that your voice does matter in the story of God. The Creator of galaxies knows your name. Go ahead, sing boldly, let it reignite your worship. For in every season, His name remains our anchor, our victory, and our song.

(Related scripture: Colossians 1:16; Mark 10:45; Philippians 2:9)

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