Sermons on Authority Choices Prepare:

Rewards That Keep On Giving! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2018

Some of our rewards are represented by crowns. Whether victors’ garlands or signs of authority — or both— they merit further examination.

Rewards That Keep on Giving! (see note at bottom of page first to suggest that diadems are a sub-category of the broader word garland, which includes but is not limited to a victor's wreath but can be used of royal privilege as well). 1. “More than 40,000 people have claimed 078-05-1120 as their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-26, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20, 1 Peter 5:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Revelation 4:10-11, Matthew 20:20-28, 1 Corinthians 15:40-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Possessions And Stealing

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 27, 2012

The eighth commandment gives us a simple rule to keep us tuned in to God's authority over our possessions.

(From: shopliftingprevention.org) • More than $13 billion worth of goods are stolen from retailers each year. That's more than $35 million per day. • There are approximately 27 million shoplifters (or 1 in 11 people) in our nation today. More than 10 million people have been caught ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Claiming To Be Christian And Celebrating Halloween Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

October 31st is the Halloween the biggest occultic pagan satanic holy day where Satan is the author of Halloween.

Children and many young people disguise themselves, paint their faces, dress up in ugly scary costumes, and go door to door collecting treats or candy and playing tricks on people , and the adults often decorate their houses with ghostly figures, Cobwebs, carve scary faces on pumpkins, and put ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Romans 12:9, Romans 3:18, 2 Corinthians 11:14-15, Titus 2:11-14  (view more)  (view less)

On Being An Overcomer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 21, 2021

Jesus was tempted in every way. His battle in the wilderness underscores his authority and victory over temptation and sin

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.GraceCommunity.com Pastor Bradford Reaves Watch this message online: https://youtu.be/Km22OhiY8ng Introduction A few guys were on a men’s retreat together and one night they decided to share with each other their struggles and temptations. The first said, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:11-12, Isaiah 14:12, Daniel 4:17, Acts 17:26, 2 Corinthians 4:4, John 16:11, John 12:31, Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:31, Psalm 107:4-6, Hebrews 4:15, Deuteronomy 6:13, Luke 4:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

We Can't Help It

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Nov 14, 2022

We can’t help it. We must obey God rather than any human authority.

The book of Acts is marked by an outbreak of God's word confirmed by signs and wonders through the acts of the apostles who received the empowerment of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost in Chapter 2. And from there, the gospel continued to spread and flourish through men and women who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:18-20, Mark 16:17

Denomination: Foursquare

Fighting Your Bullies Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 28, 2025

Fight the bullies in your life with God’s ability, with God’s authority, and within God’s assignment.

In his book Fuzzy Memories, Jack Handey tells the story of a bully who demanded his lunch money every day when he was a child. Because Handey was smaller than the bully, he simply gave the bully his money. “Then I decided to fight back,” Handey says. “I started taking karate lessons, but the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18, Colossians 2:15, Hebrews 2:14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Obedience To God Above Man Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025

Obedience to God is the ultimate proof of love, faith, and loyalty to Him, even when it conflicts with human authority or opinion.

OBEDIENCE TO GOD ABOVE MAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 5:29 Key Verse: “Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29) Supporting Texts: Daniel 3:16-18, 1 Samuel 15:22, John 14:15, Acts 4:19-20, Romans ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus The Lion Of The Tribe Of Judah Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 11, 2025

Jesus, the Lion of Judah, is revealed as the powerful and victorious King who conquers every foe and reigns with divine authority.

JESUS THE LION OF THE TRIBE OF JUDAH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 5:5 Key Verse: “And one of the elders saith unto me, Weep not: behold, the Lion of the tribe of Juda, the Root of David, hath prevailed to open the book, and to loose the seven seals thereof.” – Revelation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Impact Of The Name Of Christ

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 9, 2025

The name of Jesus Christ is more than just a label; it carries divine essence, heavenly power, and unstoppable authority.

THE IMPACT OF THE NAME OF CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:9–11 "Wherefore God also hath highly exalted Him, and given Him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am In The Right Place PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' divine power and authority to forgive sins and heal, emphasizing the role of faith in overcoming difficulties.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to another blessed day where we gather under the grace of God, united in faith and love. It is a privilege to be here, to share in the fellowship of believers, to stand in this holy place, to delve into the Word of God together. We are not here by accident, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8

Topics: Spoken Word

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

The New Temple PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' authority and challenges believers to question their own systems, striving to be faithful followers rather than passive observers.

Dear beloved, there is a warmth in our gathering today, isn't there? A sense of unity, a shared understanding that we are all here to partake in the divine banquet of God's word, to be nourished and filled, to be challenged and changed. It is in this spirit of shared anticipation that we approach ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Topics: Christ, Shakes, Up

Why Peter Failed

Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 18, 2016

Peter failed because he ignored Jesus warning and slept when he should have been preparing (praying).

Luke 22:31-34: 31"Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift you as wheat. 32But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers." 33But he replied, "Lord, I am ready to go with you to prison and to death." 34Jesus answered, "I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-72

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

When We Are Haled Before The Magistrate--Now What?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 13, 2022

If we deny Christ and His divine authority and eternal power, then we will be denied by Christ at the judgement, and face an eternity of suffering and radical aloneness.

Saturday of 28th Week in Course 2022 Today’s Gospel has been misused far more times than it has been used by Christians facing martyrdom by the power of some civil or religious authority. What Jesus seems to intend in His challenge to us disciples is that when we are haled, or hauled, before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:8-12, Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus And The Demon Possessed Man Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 9, 2014

Talking with Jesus changed people’s lives in the Bible. Have you talked to Jesus this week? Has it changed your life? We need to make time to talk to Jesus and learn from His conversations with others in the Bible because it has the potential to transform our own lives

Theme: Let’s Talk Summary: Over the last few months we have explored conversations that Jesus had with others. I believe we have learned things about Jesus we never knew. Could you imagine yourself having a talk with Jesus face to face – one on one? What would He say to you? What would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational