John 17:26
And I have declared unto them thy name, and will declare it: that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.
What this passage establishes
Jesus declares the Father’s name so divine love and presence may dwell in believers.
Why it matters in the argument
In Scripture, the divine name carries God’s identity, authority, presence, and saving action. The New Testament centers that saving revelation in Jesus.
Apostolic connection
Jesus is not a competing name beside the Father; His name is the saving name in which the one God has made Himself known and acted for redemption.
Common misunderstanding
Calling on Jesus’ name is not a verbal charm. It is an obedient appeal to His identity, authority, and saving work.
How to use it in conversation
Trace the name from God’s Old Testament self-revelation into Jesus’ birth, ministry, salvation, baptism, and universal lordship.