We pray in Jesus' name for several important reasons:
1. Jesus is our mediator and advocate with God the Father. He provides the only way for us to approach God, as He said, "No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6)[1][2].
2. It acknowledges that we have access to God only through Christ's work on our behalf. His death and resurrection reconciled us to God and allows us to approach Him in prayer[2].
3. It recognizes Jesus' authority and our reliance on Him. We come to God based on Christ's merits, not our own righteousness[1][3].
4. Jesus instructed His followers to pray in His name (John 14:13-14, 16:23-24). It's a practice rooted in His own teaching[2][3].
5. It honors Christ and shows appreciation for His sacrificial death that made our salvation possible[4].
6. It reminds us of Jesus' role as our High Priest, interceding for us before the Father (Hebrews 4:14-16)[1][4].
In essence, praying in Jesus' name is an acknowledgment that we can only approach God through the person and work of Christ.
Sources
[1] Why We Pray In Jesus Name: 12 Powerful Reasons https://theblazingcenter.com/2022/08/pray-in-jesus-name.html
[2] Why Do We Pray “in Jesus' Name”? - BibleMesh https://biblemesh.com/blog/why-do-we-pray-in-jesus-name/
[3] Why do people say, “In Jesus' name” when they finish praying? https://bible.org/question/why-do-people-say-%E2%80%9C-jesus%E2%80%99-name%E2%80%9D-when-they-finish-praying
[4] Why Pray in Jesus' Name? | Bible Questions - JW.ORG https://www.jw.org/en/bible-teachings/questions/pray-in-jesus-name/
[5] The Name That Opens Heaven: Why God Will Hear Our Prayers https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-name-that-opens-heaven