Sermons on Appeal To Authorities:

How I Want Our Beginning To Be Remembered

Contributed by Michael Milton on Jul 26, 2002

This sermon is the author’s first message to his new congregation. It focuses on the sufficiency of Christ in all things.

HOW I WANT OUR BEGINNING TO BE REMEMBERED 1 Corinthians 1.18-25 and 2.1-5 Dr. Michael A. Milton, Senior Pastor First Presbyterian Church, Chattanooga, Tennessee Preached on February 3, 2002 Introduction to the Reading We don’t mean to, but we often make Christianity more complicated than it ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Destruction Of Evil Using What God Has Put In You Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 14, 2018

Beloved you are inbuilt with the Authority and Power of Jesus, exercise this Authority and exhibit His power for a victorious life

*DAY 12 OF 11TH HOUR FASTING* May the peace of the Lord be with you. Prayer Topic: *GOD EMPOWER AND STRENGTHEN ME THAT I MAY EXERCISE MY AUTHORITY AND POWER WITHOUT FEAR TO BREAK AND DESTROY ANY DEMON OR EVIL OR MAN AGAINST ME AND OR WHATEVER GOD HAS PUT IN MY HANDS. (DESTRUCTION OF ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:19, Romans 8:37

Denomination: Charismatic

The Scriptures

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

A message on the value and authority of the Bible.

THE SCRIPTURES 2 Timothy 3:10-17 INTRO: How much is your Bible worth? A person can buy one very cheaply. I have paid as little as $4 for one and as much as $75 for another. A pulpit Bible costs about $100 Some German Bibles are worth $40,000. A Gutenberg Bible is worth $100,000. An original ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Descriptive Greeting Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Jun 30, 2017

The Author and Audience of the book of Jude

A Descriptive Greeting 1 Jude, a bond-servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, To those who are the called, beloved in God the Father, and kept for Jesus Christ: 2 May mercy and peace and love be multiplied to you. Jude 1:1-2 The Nelson Study Bible notes, "Few books in the N.T. have more ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Away To Jesus

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 23, 2019

Jesus as the author and finisher of faith.

LOOKING AWAY TO JESUS. Hebrews 12:1-3. Throughout Hebrews 11, the reader has been privileged to watch a review of the race run by the great heroes of the Old Testament faith. The “therefore” at the beginning of Hebrews 12 is an emphatic particle connecting New Testament believers to the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Who Laughs

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 6, 2013

RESISTING GOD'S AUTHORITY IS DANGEROUS!

HE WHO LAUGHS INTRODUCTION: KING DAVID WROTE ABOUT ONE HALF OF THE PSALMS (TOTAL 150). OTHER AUTHORS INCLUDE SOLOMON, MOSES, ASAPH, ETHAN AND THE SONS OF KORAH. SOME PSALMS MENTION NO AUTHOR. PSALMS RUNS THE GAMUT OF EMOTION SUCH AS SORROW AND REJOICING. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: PSALMS 2:4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Salvation Of God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 1, 2019

The author and cause of Gods salvation.

THE SALVATION OF GOD Acts 28: 28 Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it. What is true salvation? Do know we have that salvation in our hearts? You will see the truth in the message today. (1) The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Autoreactive And Inerrant Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 6, 2019

Jesus believed in the authority of Scripture

A. JESUS BELIEVED IN THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE 1. Because Jesus is God, He has always known Scripture. “My word is forever settled in heaven” (Ps. 119:89, BBJ). 2. Jesus, along with the Father and Holy Spirit, gave the Scriptures to Old Testament writers. “No word of prophecy was written by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89, 2 Peter 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Say A Word! Part 2 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on Apr 28, 2022

Focusing on the power and authority of God

When we go before the Almighty God in prayer, when we go and stand before the Almighty God in prayer, we need to know that He has the authority over everything, every situation. He has the authority over the wind and the wave. He has the authority over sickness. He has the authority over demonic ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20, John 16:33, Psalm 21:4, James 1:17, Psalm 34:15, Matthew 8:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Why Pain? Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 27, 2023

God is not the author of pain or suffering.

A. GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF PAIN OR SUFFERING 1. God created a perfect man and placed Him in a perfect environment. 2. Pain and suffering are the consequences of living in a fallen world. “To the woman He said: ‘I will greatly multiply your sorrow and your conception; In pain you shall bring ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-19, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Baptist

Witnessing In The Light Of Eternity.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 12, 2023

Speaking with authority in the face of opposition.

WITNESSING IN THE LIGHT OF ETERNITY. Luke 12:1-12. LUKE 12:1. Crowds of people were thronging Jesus, so much so that they trampled upon one another. But Jesus’ priority was to speak “to His disciples first.” He began to say, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.” LUKE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do In Pain Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

God is not the author of pain or suffering.

A. GOD IS NOT THE AUTHOR OF PAIN OR SUFFERING 1. God created a perfect man and placed Him in a perfect environment. 2. Pain and suffering are the consequences of living in a fallen world. “To the woman He said: ‘I will greatly multiply your sorrow and your conception; In pain you shall bring ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering The Giant Of Revenge Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Apr 12, 2012

Revenge is MINE, says God. When you lash out and take revenge on someone you are hurting them and yourself and usurping God's authority over the situation

Conquering the Giants Message two of four REVENGE April 15, 2012 Michael Wiley Romans 12:9-19 Introduction: “Welcome to the Hamptons, a glittering world of incredible wealth and privilege, where smiles hide secrets - and nothing is colder than revenge. It's easy to see why the Hamptons are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beyond Citizenship

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007

Authority comes from God and applies to the way we regard our government and others who are in positions of authority.

Where do citizenship and Christianity meet? Millions have struggled with this question. A vocal minority in our nation seems bent on convincing us that they never should meet – that a person’s religious convictions shouldn’t interfere with his civil life. Should the President talk about his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Respect And Obey God’s Delegated Authority (How Christian Ought To Behave Continue)

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 22, 2022

What does obedience to God’s delegated authority look like? How can we be a good example for the world to see? How can we live peaceable with all men especially those in authority? Paul devotes an entire chapter to the subject of respect for authority.

Sermon – Respect and Obey God’s Delegated Authority (How Christian ought to Behave) Romans 13: 1-10, “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God. 2 So anyone who rebels against authority is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14, Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Peter 2:23

Denomination: Methodist