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  • As One With Authority

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 29, 2024
     | 668 views

    A sermon for the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany, Year B

    January 28, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 1:21-28 As One with Authority Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. For the most part, we know what to expect when we gather for worship. We anticipate the general order ...read more

  • The Authority Of Jesus

    Contributed by Gary Holt on Aug 31, 2024
     | 589 views

    Jesus is God in the flesh. He wants us to believe in Him and for people to submit to His authority with genuine faith.

    “The Authority of Jesus” John 2:18-25 One Sunday a visitor showed up: - to a more formal, liturgical church - than he was used to attending. The church was so quiet you could hear a pin drop: - That made it even more obvious - when this visitor got excited about something the minister said and ...read more

  • Authority Is Not The Issue

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 19, 2024
     | 1,857 views

    The Body of Christ has spiritual authority in this world. So, why aren'tr more of us walking in it? Why aren’t more of us demonstrating it for the kingdom? This message looks at three reasons.

    Good evening. You are the blessed of the Lord. The message tonight is something I have been thinking about for quite a while. What I am going to share tonight dovetails into what Pastor taught Sunday morning. I’m going to use the phrase “no excuses” in terms of where we are in our relationship ...read more

  • Authority Of The Believer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,741 views

    This sermon explores the authority given to believers by Christ, encouraging them to rely on God's power to accomplish things beyond their own abilities.

    Good morning, family! It's a joy to be with you all today. We're here to talk about something incredibly important—something that can change your life and the way you live your faith. It's all about authority. Now, I don't mean the kind of authority that comes with a badge or a title. I'm talking ...read more

  • The Ultimate Authority PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,013 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' authority and power over chaos and evil, emphasizing our reliance on God's grace throughout our Christian journey.

    Beloved friends, it is a joy to gather once again in the house of the Lord. We find ourselves here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are drawn together by the love of Christ, bound by the fellowship of faith, and driven by the desire to know and understand the Word of God more ...read more

  • Respect Authority PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,146 views

    Explores our relationships with rulers, neighbors, and our Redeemer, emphasizing the importance of respect, love, and conscious submission in these relationships.

    Good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in this sacred place we call our spiritual home? A place where we can lay down our burdens, where we can find comfort in fellowship, and where we can grow in our understanding of God’s Word. Today, we are going to open up ...read more

  • Divine Authority PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 828 views

    Explores the call to servitude, sacrifice, and courage in faith.

    Good morning, beloved. How wonderful it is to gather in the house of the Lord, to sit beneath His grace and mercy, to bask in His love and bountiful blessings. We are here not by accident, but by divine appointment, hand-picked by God Himself to be part of this family, this body of Christ. Today, ...read more

  • When The Protectors Become Predators

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 31, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,864 views

    Church leaders are appointed to protect the flock. When the protectors become predators, you may be sure that God will shortly expose the sin and deliver judgement.

    “Jerusalem sinned grievously; therefore, she became filthy; all who honored her despise her, for they have seen her nakedness; she herself groans and turns her face away.” [1] Shocked, disgusted, grieved, hurt—what a confused jumble of emotions flooded the heart of Christians when they ...read more

  • Responding To False Accusations And Verbal Abuse Series

    Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 15, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 218 views

    we are to rebuke such wrong behavior in the name of Jesus and by the power of the blood of Jesus Christ.

    As Christians, we are called to respond to false accusations and verbal abuse in a manner that honors God. When someone falsely accuses, assassinates our character, blames us for wrong things, or speaks negative words against us, we are not to remain silent. Instead, we are to rebuke such behavior ...read more

  • The Devastating Impact Of Domestic Abuse On Family . Series

    Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 686 views

    Domestic abuse and regret can weigh heavily on a home, stifling its potential for joy and harmony.

    Today, let me address a painful reality that affects far too many families. Domestic abuse and regret can weigh heavily on a home, stifling its potential for joy and harmony. But I come to you with a message of hope: God sees, God hears, and God heals. Domestic abuse is a pervasive issue that ...read more

  • Abuse Of Power (1 Samuel 22)

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 18, 2025
     | 242 views

    What does abuse of power look like? Let's examine 1 Samuel 22.

    How dangerous is it to trust a man who abuses power? Are we arrogant and dictatorial or models of Christian living? Let’s begin in 1 Samuel 22. Did David find safety in a cave with a group of loyal followers? David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren ...read more

  • Respect Civil Authority Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 6, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,130 views

    Peter indicates that our salvation should impact how we related to governmental authority. Submission is not a popular topic, but it is needful, in our rebellious & self-gratifying society. Submission is recognition of God¡¯s right to govern our lives.

    1 PETER 2: 13-17 RESPECT CIVIL AUTHORITY [Renewing Hope Series] [Romans 13:1-7 / Acts 4:19-20; 5:29] From this point on 1 Peter discusses the effect of our salvation on our life and relationships. Because of our fallen understanding, what living the Christian life entails needs to be spelled ...read more

  • Living Under Authority Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 26, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,122 views

    Having instructed Timothy on relationships with widows and elders, now Paul addressed relationships between slaves and masters. Paul emphasized the importance of submission and obedience so that God's Word will be held in high esteem.

    Introduction: A. The relationship between bosses and employees can be fodder for many jokes and most of them are not too funny! (Especially if you are the boss) 1. I heard about a boss who put a sign on the company bulletin board that announced: “To err is human, to forgive is not a company ...read more

  • The Test Of Power And Authority

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Aug 24, 2014
     | 8,651 views

    Many times, we get hurt and we wanted to take revenge. But God reminds us through the story of Joseph that we have been placed by God in that position of authority for a greater purpose and that we must always manifest a humble heart.

    THE TEST OF POWER AND AUTHORITY Last week, we talked about the promotion of Joseph to the second highest in command of Egypt. He had been lifted up from the dark dungeon of despair to the palace of great responsibility, authority and power. It was a long process of waiting patiently and ...read more

  • Finalizing His Authority Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 9, 2023
     | 1,367 views

    In this section of Mark's Gospel, we see Jesus finalizing His authority. We see His superior wisdom, knowledge and power as He is confronted by three groups of Jewish religious leaders and rises above each confrontation.

    Introduction: A. Christian Herter was governor of Massachusetts back in the 1950s and one day when he was campaigning for a second term in office, he went looking for votes at a church barbecue. 1. Herter was famished and as he moved through the serving line, he held out his plate to the woman ...read more