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    Credentials

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 20, 2019
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    A study in the book of Matthew 21: 23 – 27

    Matthew 21: 23 – 27 What are your credentials 23 Now when He came into the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people confronted Him as He was teaching, and said, “By what authority are You doing these things? And who gave You this authority?” 24 But Jesus answered and said to them, “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Who's In Charge Around Here Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019
     | 2,422 views

    Why would Paul bring up this subject? Because the Corinthians needed to decide who their authority would be.

    WHO’S IN CHARGE AROUND HERE? II CORINTHIANS 10:7-11 INTRODUCTION: A man wandered into the pastor’s study and said, “I’m looking for someone around here with a little authority.” The pastor replied, “I’ve got just about as little authority as anyone, what you need?” Who’s in charge around ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Necessary Foundation Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 16, 2018
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     | 5,434 views

    The analysis of the concept of submission in Ephesians 5:21 teaches us what God expects of his new society.

    Scripture Today we are beginning a new sermon series in Ephesians 5:21-6:9 that I am calling, “Focus on the Family.” In our previous study (of Ephesians 5:18-21) we saw that Paul gave two commands, one negative and one positive. Paul wrote in Ephesians 5:18: “And do not get drunk with wine [that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Boys, Bears And Baldness Series

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Sep 19, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,819 views

    Elisha teaches us the importance of respecting divine authority

    September 15, 2013 Weird Stories in the Bible Boys, Bears and Baldness 2 Kings 2:23-25 Opening words: Today, I begin a new six part sermon series, Weird Stories in the Bible. Before I begin, I will admit two things. First, I will admit I have not selected these pieces of scripture. They were ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Is This? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 874 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' authority and power, and encourages believers to align their lives with His values, prioritizing love over knowledge.

    Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together in His name, to open His Word, and to seek His wisdom. We are here, not because of any merit of our own, but because of the grace and mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is His love that draws us, His truth that guides ...read more

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    Astounding Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 565 views

    Explores the authority of Jesus, the application of His teachings in our lives, and understanding differences through His wisdom.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. I am so pleased to see each of you here today, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to share the Word of God with you. We are gathered here, not merely by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we stand ready ...read more

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    What Are The Keys Of The Kingdom? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 142 views

    Jesus entrusts believers with real spiritual authority, inviting us to pray boldly and trust God’s wisdom as we partner with Him to bring heaven to earth.

    Some of you jingled a set of keys on your way in today. House keys. Car keys. Office keys. Each one says, “You belong here. You can open this.” Keys are tiny, but they carry quiet authority. They don’t raise their voice. They don’t flash and flare. They simply turn, and doors obey. That’s why the ...read more

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    "A New Song In Heaven" Series

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 5, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,334 views

    This is a chapter from the author’s book on Revelation.

    A NEW SONG IN HEAVEN Text: Revelation 5:8-14 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: The worthy Lamb has taken the book that He alone could open. Immediately upon His receiving of the book the atmosphere changed. The weeping has now turned to singing. The tense ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord God Triumphant

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 20, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,777 views

    This is a chapter from the author’s book on Revelation.

    THE LORD GOD TRIUMPHANT: Part two Text: Revelation 14:9-20 This continuation of chapter fourteen, beginning in verse number nine lets us know that God deals with sin and He does so in a very firm manner. During the tribulation, the Lord God Almighty will bring His powerful anger ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Last Judgments Introduced

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 24, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,824 views

    This is a chapter from the author’s book on Revelation

    THE LAST JUDGMENTS INTRODUCED Revelation 15 W. Max Alderman We are reading and studying the shortest chapter in the Book of Revelation. This chapter certainly is no accident in both its size and in its content. The importance of the Gettysburg Address was not minimized by its shortness. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Battle Between Spiritual And Worldly Authority 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 47 ratings
     | 6,914 views

    Many people tend to forget that their greatest struggle is not with people, but against evil. The evil may come from within their sinful nature, the world or directly from the devil. Paul made it clear that our chief battle is not between "Flesh and blo

    1. Many people tend to forget that their greatest struggle is not with people, but against evil. The evil may come from within their sinful nature, the world or directly from the devil. Paul made it clear that our chief battle is not between "Flesh and blood (physical opponents) but against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Delegated Responsibility And Authority

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 118 ratings
     | 17,942 views

    Jesus knew that the disciples would do their greatest work after He left them to do their ministries with the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit. Jesus said, "He who believes in Me the works that I do will he do also and greater works than these will He

    How Jesus Delegated Responsibility and Authority - Acts 1:8 Illustration:Peter Drucker offers insightful guidance to the church when he calls leadership a peak performance by one who is "the trumpet that sounds a clear sound of the organizations’ goals." His five requirements for this task are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Exercising Spiritual Authority Over The Devil

    Contributed by Levi Wright on Dec 30, 2002
    based on 259 ratings
     | 73,815 views

    God has given all believer power over evil spirits and the Devil and we must exercise our authority.

    Evangelist Cry Teaching Ministry Huger, South Carolina Dr. Levi Howard Wright, D.Min. “EXERCISING SPIRITUAL AUTHORITY OVER THE DEVIL” TEXT: ST LUKE 10:17-19: "And the seventy returned again with joy saying, Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through thy name. And he said unto them, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Utilize The Authority You Have In The Spirit

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 13, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,030 views

    The Holy Spirit gives you the authority to be delivered from all of your problems. Paul said, "I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I can do everything God asks me to do with the help of Christ who gives me the strength and power.

    Utilize the Authority You Have in the Spirit - (Phil. 4:11-13) Autoarkeo - Self-sufficient. Through the indwelling Holy Spirit we have become sufficient in Christ according to Phil. 4:11-13. Listen to the verse from the amplified Bible: "I have strength for all things through Christ who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus' Authority Over Death & Disease Series

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,153 views

    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

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ