Deliverance Through the Name of Jesus

Opening Verse

“And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be delivered.” – Joel 2:32 (KJV)

Introduction

Deliverance is not just freedom from physical bondage—it is a spiritual rescue, a lifting out of darkness into the light of Christ. This devotional illustrates the power of calling on the name of Jesus for deliverance in times of despair.

Devotional Story

Mei had never felt so weighed down. The pressures of her job, her family’s constant demands, and a growing sense of failure consumed her. She woke up each morning with dread and went to bed with a heaviness that wouldn’t lift. The enemy whispered lies into her soul: “You’re not good enough. You’ll never escape this.”

One evening, exhausted and broken, Mei stumbled into her room and fell to her knees. For the first time, she called out loud, “Jesus, help me!” Tears streamed down her face as she poured out her fears and failures, naming each one to the Lord.

Suddenly, she felt a peace she couldn’t explain—a warmth in her heart as if God Himself was embracing her. In that moment, she realized she had been carrying burdens that Jesus was ready to take from her all along. Mei remembered the verse from Matthew 11:28: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

The next morning, she woke with a renewed strength. The problems hadn’t disappeared, but she felt lighter. Every time the doubts or fears returned, she whispered the name of Jesus, and the peace would flood back in. Day by day, Mei experienced the deliverance that comes when we surrender fully to the Lord.

What This Means

True deliverance begins when we call on Jesus in our desperation, trusting Him to lift us out of the darkness. The name of Jesus is powerful and brings light, peace, and hope. Whether we are trapped by fear, sin, or life’s challenges, calling on Him ushers in His deliverance.

Think About This

• Are you carrying burdens that you haven’t surrendered to God?
• How can you trust Jesus to deliver you from the struggles you face today?
• Remember that calling on the name of the Lord brings immediate access to His strength and peace.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, I call upon Your name today for deliverance. You are my refuge, my strength, and my Savior. Help me to lay down my burdens at Your feet and trust You to carry me through every storm. Thank You for the freedom and peace that come in Your presence. In Your powerful name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.” – Psalm 34:17 (KJV)