Sermons on Authority:

"After Christmas... Now What?”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Dec 25, 2018

The purpose of these Christmas stories, as recorded by the authors of the gospels, is to remind us that the silent, holy night of unnatural calm that we celebrate on Christmas is really the point of the eye of the storm.

The Christmas season would be over next week.... “AFTER THE ADVENT SEASON... NOW WHAT?” Let’s follow the footsteps of the Family as they continue their trek to God’s plans and purposes.... for His Glory.... It is also in great relation and realization for everyone of us here as we enter 2019.... ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Leadership

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 31, 2017

When is religious authority right and wrong? How should we behave in an imperfect church? Should we quit church and return to the devil or stay and be a force for good?

Prelude When is religious authority right and wrong? How should we behave in an imperfect church? Should we quit church and return to the devil or stay and be a force for good? Let’s look at Jesus’ blunt assessment of human religious leadership in Matthew 23:1-12 and see if we can learn a better ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Leadership Style Of Jesus: Is It Your Style?

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Sep 6, 2015

Many people love harshness in a leader, but Jesus was loving and forgiving. People desire to be leaders but few qualify, only those who rule as Jesus deserve authority.

The Leadership Style of Jesus: Is It Your Style? By Kelly Durant 9-6-15 Matthew 11: 18 For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, He hath a devil. 19 The Son of man came eating and drinking, and they say, Behold a man gluttonous, and a winebibber, a friend of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:18-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Why We Carry What We Carry

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 19, 2018

Our lives and the exhibition of the power and authority given us should stay others unto God to know Jesus, repent, believe in Him, accept Him and be saved

May the peace of the Lord be with you Topic: WHY WE CARRY WHAT WE CARRY Acts 9:36-43 King James Version (KJV) 36 Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did. 37 And it came to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Charismatic

The Life And Death Struggles Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 11, 2021

Today we are in a struggle like that between Moses and Balak, or between Jesus and the religious authorities, a battle to the death between God’s people and a pagan secular culture.

Homily for Monday in 3rd Week of Advent Balaam was a prophet for hire. He was a wealthy and respected prophet of Yahweh, but he was not an Israelite. Balak, a king who was in the way of Israel as they moved toward the Promised Land, was nervous about all these people moving across his territory. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 24:2-7, Numbers 24:15-17, Matthew 21:23-27, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

What Does God Want From Elders? (Job 29:1-25; Joshua 20:1-9; Acts 6:1-7) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 28, 2022

Job was the ideal role model, for a good "elder" in ancient Israel. Authority is used for the vulnerable, to create authentic unity. Part 3 of cities of refuge.

I'd like to begin this morning by simply reading Joshua 20:1-9, from start to finish: (1) And Yahweh spoke to Joshua, saying, (2) "Speak to the sons of Israel, saying, "Make for yourselves cities of refuge, which I had spoken to you by the hand of Moses, (3) to flee there, a ...read more

Scripture: Job 29:1-25, Joshua 20:1-9, Acts 6:1-7

The Master’s Call

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 5, 2017

A message for church membership day. It describes the call of Jesus on our lives. The nature, purpose, and authority of His call and its superiority over all other priorities.

Many of us are quite familiar with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Mark 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Mighty Man Of Valour

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 18, 2022

At the 1997 North American Christian Convention, author Stuart Briscoe told the old story of a farmer who was walking along the road with his horse and his dog.

• A pickup truck came racing by and knocked them off the road into the ditch • The farmer sued for damages: Including loss of work time, claiming he had a broken leg, some facial injuries, and several cracked ribs that kept him bedridden • The defense attorney told the judge, "Your honor, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Mighty Man Of Valour

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

At the 1997 North American Christian Convention, author Stuart Briscoe told the old story of a farmer who was walking along the road with his horse and his dog.

• A pickup truck came racing by and knocked them off the road into the ditch • The farmer sued for damages: Including loss of work time, claiming he had a broken leg, some facial injuries, and several cracked ribs that kept him bedridden • The defense attorney told the judge, "Your honor, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

1 Peter 2:18-25 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 7, 2023

In today's study we look at the issue of submission to our authorities in the work place, where Jesus Himself was a perfect example of submission to the point of death.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/Gs-GbN4Qe9A For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kbmxrgE7w2Lv3VAcw3y3S?si=c1bee78a6de34e16 1 Peter 2:18-20 Servants, be submissive to your masters with all fear, not only to the good and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7, 2 Corinthians 6:14, Galatians 3:26-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spirit Of The Law Part 1

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 27, 2023

Who better to give a commentary on the Old Testament than it's author, Jesus? Let's look at the Spirit of the law in Matthew 5.

The best commentary on the Old Testament is by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. In each case we learn several things, 1) the Spirit of the law, 2) our utter failure to live up to it, and 3) our need for forgiveness and mercy. Let’s begin to understand the intent of the law by its author. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Baptist

Never Man Spake Like This Man!

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Conclusion: What a man! What a message! What a voice! Jesus spoke with authority! To whom did Jesus speak that gave Him such a reputation as our text describes? I.

Conclusion: What a man! What a message! What a voice! Jesus spoke with authority! To whom did Jesus speak that gave Him such a reputation as our text describes? I. THE STORM - Mark 4:35-41 (Disciples in the ship with Jesus) The winds and the waves new His voice! Hurricane Georges typifies what ...read more

Scripture: John 7:40-46

Commendable Conduct

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

COMMENDABLE CONDUCT--ESPECIALLY SUBMISSION TO EVERY APPROPRIATE HUMAN AUTHORITY--IS THE ONLY ANSWER TO PERSECUTION AND THE BEST WAY TO GLORIFY GOD (2:11-3:12) A.

COMMENDABLE CONDUCT--ESPECIALLY SUBMISSION TO EVERY APPROPRIATE HUMAN AUTHORITY--IS THE ONLY ANSWER TO PERSECUTION AND THE BEST WAY TO GLORIFY GOD (2:11-3:12) A. Introduction (2:11-13a) 1. Commendable Conduct Viewed Negatively (:11) a. Description of Such Conduct ("lusts of the flesh") b. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Of All Flesh Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025

Throughout Scripture, God continually reveals Himself as the God of all flesh—a title that affirms His supreme authority over every living being, situation, and circumstance.

GOD OF ALL FLESH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 32:27 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:14, Luke 1:37, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2, Romans 4:17-21 INTRODUCTION: Throughout Scripture, God continually reveals Himself as the God of all flesh—a title that affirms His supreme authority over every ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Men No Longer Fear God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

This message is both a warning and a call to return to godly fear—a holy reverence that honours God's authority, obeys His commandments, and trembles at His Word.

WHEN MEN NO LONGER FEAR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 3:18 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 1:7, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Psalm 36:1-4, Jeremiah 2:19, Malachi 3:16-18 INTRODUCTION: The fear of God is the foundational principle of wisdom and godly living. It produces reverence, obedience, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God