Sermons on Adams Authority:

Kingdom Authority

Contributed by Steve Keeler on Jan 5, 2007

This messages teaches about the power and authority found in the name of Jesus Christ for those who have chosen Him as their Savior.

Kingdom Authority by Steve Keeler Scripture Matthew 16:19 Each and every one of us through the power of the name of Jesus Christ are possessors of the authority of all heaven. The authority I’m speaking of is the authority that comes only through the name of Jesus Christ. Isn’t that a great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Authority Of Jesus

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Dec 17, 2006

Jesus demonstrates a kind of authority that they could not have guessed. He has already shown power over nature, but authority is more than power, it is the right to exercise power.

The authority of Jesus Mark 1:21-28 The apostles are with Jesus at this point, going back toward their home base. Here Jesus demonstrates a kind of authority that they could not have guessed. He has shown power nature, but authority is more than power, it is the right to exercise power. Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Mennonite

Authority Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Nathan Eyland on Feb 17, 2005

Jesus is lord of his church through the Scriptures

What is Scripture? What are our scriptures? Wordnet from Princeton Uni defines Scriptures as ‘any writing that is regarded as sacred by a religious group’. Scripture is the religious writings that help form the basis of a religious group. For Christianity scripture (or the scriptures) is the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Submission To Authority

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 12, 2004

This is a message given for Wed. Night Prayer Meeting, and deals with our responsibility to Authority, and how we handle non-Biblical authority

SUBMISSION TO AUTHORITIES A Biblical Perspective Romans 13:1-7 I THE UNIVERSAL SUBMISSION TO AUTHORITY A The unbeliever has an obligation to submit to authority. B The believer has an obligation to submit to authority. C The authority we are obligated to submit to is BIBLICAL AUTHORITY II THE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Value Authority Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 14, 2005

Christian parents need to model and teach what it means to respect authority.

The Bible makes it clear that showing respect for authority is to be a priority for the child of God. "Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Consequently, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Of The Believer

Contributed by Paul Vincent on Oct 18, 2000

I. INTRODUCTION: A.

I. INTRODUCTION: A. AS I STUDY THE WORD OF GOD, ESPECIALLY THE NEW TESTAMENT IT BECOMES CLEAR TO ME THAT GOD DESIRES FOR US TO HAVE AUTHORITY FROM HIM, AND FOR US TO USE THAT AUTHORITY AS THE HOLY SPIRIT LEADS US. 1. Mark 16:15-20 2. 2 Corinthians 2:1-5 } Go to and read each passage 3. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-39, Matthew 10:1-7

The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Quintin Marrow on Oct 18, 2000

Text Summary: In his narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Son of God, and, as such, that He alone possesses the authority of God the Father.

Text Summary: In his narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Son of God, and, as such, that He alone possesses the authority of God the Father. INTERPRETATION: Jesus’ authority is demonstrated: 1) In His teaching (vv. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Apostolic Authority

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 29, 2001

This message will be unpopular because it challenges the foundation of those claiming to have this authority.

Apostolic Authority I realize this is not a popular message, but I also believe it is necessary and relevant to a biblically sound church. This is a follow up to the message, ‘Is Speaking in Tongues Essential?’ In this message, we looked at scripture that testified that not all Christians under ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:12-17, Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Governing Authorities

Contributed by Shane Williams on Oct 18, 2000

How should we act toward those who rule over us?

Over the past couple years, most of us have heard, read, and watched a lot about our president. There are many things we see going on in our executive branch that have never happened before. Whether it is lying, felonies, or adultery, there are a lot of things we disagree with that the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-2, 1 Peter 2:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

By What Authority

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 24, 2002

This sermon is about how our words match our actions when it comes to obedience to the will of God.

BY WHAT AUTHORITY Text: Matthew 21:23-32 I once heard the story about a young man who wanted a custom paint job on his car. He wanted the car to be two different colors. He wanted the whole right side to be one color and the left another color. When asked why he wanted his car ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: United Methodist

Biblical Authority

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 23, 2007

This sermon is from a Southern Baptist point of view concerning biblical authority. Even among Southern Baptists there is not complete agreement on the authority of Scripture. My point of view comes from my belief in the inerrancy of Scripture.

Introduction With the exception of the Lord Jesus Himself, the Bible has been the single most important influence in my life. When Paul wrote of Timothy, "From childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Submit To The Authorities

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jun 6, 2007

Apostle Paul preached the gospel in such a way that the gospel was heard in every places. But he did not resist the authorities. If they wanted them to put them into prison, he let them. He didn’t shout, “That’s against human freedom.” No, he didn’t. Inst

Submit to the Authorities Romans 13:1-7 Introduction Last week we focused our attention on verse 1b. In that verse we have seen three (3) implications that solidify our understanding why we have to submit to governing authorities. Let’s review it again. 1. It implies the truth that man did ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Authorized

Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Jul 28, 2004

Even if churches, ministers, or ministries cast out demons in Jesus name, they can miss heaven. How? By not being authorized to do the things they are doing.

Are you Authorized? Matthew 7:21-23 21 "Not all people who sound religious are really godly. They may refer to me as `Lord,’ but they still won’t enter the Kingdom of Heaven. The decisive issue is whether they obey my Father in heaven. 22 On judgment day many will tell me, `Lord, Lord, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Higher Authority

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Sep 5, 2006

A Sermon on the fiery furnace and our need to answer to the higher authority of God rather than the earthly authorities in our lives.

"A Higher Authority" Sermon on Daniel 3:1-30 September 3, 2006 Badin United Methodist Church Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. I heard an interview with a lady who has always been one of the most respected preachers in America. It became known somehow that she didn’t watch television. The ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Authority Of Faith

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Aug 31, 2007

Getting believers to understand that through faith they can receive practically anything they need from God.

AUTHORITY OF FAITH HEB. 11 – The great Faith Chapter Tremendous importance placed on faith  Elders obtained by faith,  By faith Abel offered a more excellent sacrifice,  It’s impossible to please God without faith, etc. Looking at the closing verses of Chapter 10, one can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible