Sermons on Authority And Power:

Who Were The Authors Of The Books Of The Bible? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2024

The Bible, composed over approximately 1,500 years, was written by more than 40 different authors from diverse backgrounds. These authors include kings, prophets, fishermen, tax collectors, and scholars, all inspired by the Holy Spirit.

Who were the authors of the books of the Bible? The Bible, composed over approximately 1,500 years, was written by more than 40 different authors from diverse backgrounds. These authors include kings, prophets, fishermen, tax collectors, and scholars, all inspired by the Holy Spirit. Here’s a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Submitting To Those In Authority Over Us Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on May 31, 2008

How Christians are supposed to live in submission under the God given governing and workplace authorities.

Since Easter we have been looking at Jesus’ disciple Peter and his first letter. This is a man who walked with Jesus when he was on the earth. He was one of the twelve disciples. His life was transformed by the resurrected Lord Jesus Christ and he became one of the leaders of the early ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-24

Denomination: Methodist

Basis For Paul Boasting In His Authority

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

BASIS FOR HIS BOASTING IN HIS AUTHORITY -- THE MARKS OF HIS APOSTLESHIP 1.

BASIS FOR HIS BOASTING IN HIS AUTHORITY -- THE MARKS OF HIS APOSTLESHIP 1. Superiority over the false apostles (preaching the truth without charge) (11:1-15) 2. Sufferings in serving Christ as a true apostle (perseverance in the face of afflicting and weakness) (11:16-33) 3. Power of Christ ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus' Authority Over Death & Disease Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To stress that we must come to Jesus if we wish to be healed.

The Gospel of Mark #14: Jesus’ Authority Over Death & Disease Text: Mark 5:21-43 Thesis: To stress that we must come to Jesus if we wish to be healed. Introduction: (1) After healing the demon-possessed man, Jesus crossed back over to the crowd from which he had previously departed. (2) Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus The Author And Finisher Of Our Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 10, 2025

Jesus initiates, sustains, and completes our faith journey, perfecting us through trials, endurance, and His divine guidance.

JESUS THE AUTHOR AND FINISHER OF OUR FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:2 Key Verse: “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Submitting To The Authority Of God’s Word

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 5, 2024

As you can tell from the scripture reading this morning I will be preaching about submission.

Illus: When I think about submission I think about the three fellows talking about submission in their marriage. Two of them were bragging about how that they rule their house by having their wife under submission. • After a while one of the first two turns to the third and says, "Well, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Talk About #2 - Authority! Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 19, 2006

We are living in a rebellious generation that has no respect for authority... No one will rule over me! I have my rights! I make my own decisions. No one likes to be under the authority of someone else.

LET’S TALK ABOUT #2: AUTHORITY LET’S TALK ABOUT! Last week we started a series called, “Let’s Talk About!” We’re going to consider different hot-topic questions and issues that you face in your life, including everything from sex and dating to life, the universe, and everything! KEY TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-17

Denomination: *other

The Devil Comes To Church Too

Contributed by Thomas Bell on Feb 3, 2009

A message on the authority of Jesus cleansing unclean spirit in the synagogue which fits a pattern on ministry given by Dr. James MacDonald at a conference I attended in 2008, 5 points of pattern: communication, opposistion, perserverance, friut, glory.

Mark 1: 21-28 The Devil Comes to Church Too We have a whole lot of things going on in these verses. We have the deep desire to keep the Sabbath, the desire to be in synagogue, the desire to teach and preach, we have the desire of those who want to be taught and learn the truth as it is in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Not Be Outdone In Generosity

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 25, 2015

The revolutionary call of Jesus to us is to act with power and authority to bring God's love to the world.

Fourth Sunday in Course 2014 The Courage to Be Astonished When I consider the words of the Holy Gospel today, I wonder if any of us can really understand the feelings that overwhelmed the Jews who heard Jesus preaching on this day nearly two thousand years ago. It’s a bit like going to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Catholic

The Living Christ

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 29, 2025

The healing of the crippled man showed that Peter and John believe in the presence of Christ, His power and the authority of His Name.

Acts 3:1-8, 12-16 - The Living Christ What Peter and John did was remarkable and out-of-the-ordinary. Their actions tell us at least THREE realities: (1) They believe that Christ has risen and is with them. No one would invoke the name of a dead man and expect something to happen. (2) They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Embracing Your Power In Christ SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Christ, possessing all power in heaven and on earth, has shared a portion of this power with those who believe in His name and live a new life through His redemption. These individuals are expected to exercise dominion in all areas of their lives.

Walking in Dominion Introduction: Dominion is the power, authority, and control over something or someone. It is the ability to request or command and expect fulfillment. As believers, we are called to walk in dominion in every area of our lives. In this sermon, we will explore the plain truth, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19-23

Topics: Dominion, Power In Christ

Divine Authority To Preach The Gospel Of Grace.

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 29, 2010

Paul's gospel did not come from man but God.

Admin OptionsFeature Edit Discussion Close Discussion Add Tags Cancel Delete Discussion Intro: 1. E. Stanley Jones tells about a missionary who was lost in an African Jungle – he was surrounded by nothing but thick brush. Finally he came to an opening and found a native hut. He asked him ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Our Risen Head - All Saints 11/02/2025 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2025

God’s resurrection power and Christ’s reign are for us now, assuring us of hope, worth, and strength as His beloved church in every circumstance.

“‘The best of all is, God is with us.’” — John Wesley Friends, welcome. If you arrived today with a weary heart, a worried mind, or a wandering list of what-ifs, you’re in good company. The church in Ephesus knew the press of pressures and the pull of distractions. And yet, through Paul’s pen, the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-23

Topics: Christ's Headship, Church Authority

The Power Of Jesus Name:

Contributed by William D. Brown on Dec 10, 2008

Let’s read the account of the lame man that was healed, and how the religious leaders of that day rebuked Peter and John for proclaiming Jesus, and the using of His name.

THE POWER OF JESUS NAME: Acts 3:1-16 + 4:1-20 Today we’ll talk for a little while about the power of the name of the Lord Jesus. First of all I want to read us the account of the lame man that was healed, and how the religious leaders of that day rebuked Peter and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Knowledge Is Power And Leads To More Power

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 5, 2015

There is power in the cross, and there is hope in the cross. Hope keeps us fighting for Christ in our evil world. Hope keeps us going when times are tough. Hope keeps us going when we face persecution. Hope abides. God isn’t finished with us yet

In Ephesians 1:15- the apostle Paul prays that the church in Ephesus will embrace their spiritual gifts into their hearts. He prays that the Ephesians will understand the revelation God has given them regarding their spiritual gifts. Paul was intent on bringing the true light of Christ with the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Anglican