About the Song
There are few names in history that carry as much power, reverence, and love as the name of Jesus Christ. In Jimmy Swaggart’s stirring gospel anthem, “Jesus, Just the Mention of Your Name,” the very mention of His name becomes a source of peace, strength, and healing.
Released as part of Swaggart’s rich gospel catalog, this song is a beautiful reminder of the comfort, power, and salvation found in Jesus Christ — a name that, when spoken, brings immediate peace to the heart. From the first notes, the song wraps around you like a warm embrace, as Swaggart’s heartfelt voice draws you into a moment of reflection and worship.
With simple but profound lyrics, the song communicates the boundless comfort that comes from invoking the name of Jesus:
“Jesus, just the mention of Your name / Jesus, Your name is like honey on my lips…”
Swaggart’s delivery is filled with reverence and sincerity, each word a testament to the deep personal relationship he has with Christ. There’s an honesty in his voice — a knowing that the name of Jesus is not just a word to be spoken, but a truth to be felt, experienced, and cherished.
The piano, soft and steady, supports the song’s gentle reverence, creating a space where the soul can sit in quiet reflection. It’s the kind of song that calls you to pause, take a breath, and remember the profound power behind that name — a name that heals the broken, comforts the weary, and brings hope to the hopeless.
For those who are familiar with the heartache of life’s struggles or the overwhelming weight of sin, this song provides a sanctuary of peace. “Jesus, Just the Mention of Your Name” is a gentle reminder that in the midst of trials, the name of Jesus alone is enough to calm the storms in our hearts.
When Jimmy Swaggart sings this song, it’s not just a performance — it’s an invitation to experience the love and power of Christ through the sheer mention of His name. And in that moment, everything else fades away.