Sermons on Authorized:

Obeying Your Authorities Series

Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 26, 2007

This is Message 12 of a 13 part series taken from the Book of Ephesian describing "The Power of a Blessed Life."

Obey Your Authorities Ephesians 6:1-9 I. Seen in An Orderly Family A. Children Obey Parents “…obey your parents in the Lord…” B. Parents Teach Children “…bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.” II. Seen in An Orderly Workplace A. Obey the boss. "…obey your earthly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

He Speaks With Authority Series

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 28, 2008

Jesus has the authority to take care of your problems with Satan, physical illness, psychological problems, and of course, spiritual problems.

HE SPEAKS WITH AUTHORITY Text: Mark 1:21 – 2:12; read 1:21, 22, 32 – 39 Introduction: •Once when I was a substitute teacher, I was given the task of making 300 students sit quietly in the gymnasium at lunch time •I was not able to do it, but the principal came in, shouted, and they all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Your Struggle With Authority Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008

God puts us in this world with a small subset of the human race to begin relating to. Our parents are the first representatives of fallen humanity that we meet and our first model for authority figures that we’ll meet later in life.

Introduction Jesus said that the commandments are summed up in the dual command, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul and strength and your neighbour as yourself." Well today we come to the fifth commandment. This seems to be about loving your neighbour, but it’s one of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

The Cosmic Battle For Authority

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 29, 2009

Jesus came to conquer and disarm Satan. Mark 1 is about "authority". The minisrty of Jesus actively engages and defeats satan and his demons. The ultimate defeat was the cross and resurrection.

In Jesus Holy Name February 1, 2009 Epiphany IV Redeemer Mark 1:21-28 “The Cosmic Battle for Authority” There is an ongoing cosmic battle happening in the world around us as Satan seeks to possess and destroy the lives and souls of men, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Both Sides Of Authority Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 24, 2007

Working harmoniously alongside church leaders has its challenges and raises a lot of questions. Fortunately, God does not leave us in the dark! The text before us raises and answers a number of questions about the interaction of church leaders to the c

Both Sides of Authority (I Thessalonians 5:12-13) 1. It is tough to be in leadership. 2. A “lame duck” President met with his successor in the Oval Office. Near the end of the orientation, he presented the incoming leader three numbered envelopes, with specific instructions to open them, in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

By Whose Authority (Pp) Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 5, 2007

This is the first message in the 10 Commandments series. This is a revamp adapted with Power Points.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many of you have seen the epic, The Ten Commandments with Charlton Heston? What a great classic. I really believe that Moses looks like Charlton Heston!  • What are the Ten Commandments? Are they a set of archaic rules that were meant for people a few ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Authority Of Jesus' Name Series

Contributed by Delfin Corona on Mar 14, 2009

As blievers of Christ of Christ, we are not just called to preach His Word, but we are called to wage war against the enemy of God and the enemy of the gospel. As we engage the enemy we need to realize we have been equipped with authority and power in the

SPIRITUAL WARFARE: THE AUTHORITY OF JESUS’ NAME Jn 14:13 And whatever you may ask in My name, that I will do, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 If you ask anything in My name, I will do it. MAN IN RETROSPECT 1.MAN WAS CREATED FOR DOMINION - Gen 1:26, Ps 8:6 2.MAN ...read more

Scripture: John 14:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Have Authority Series

Contributed by Bong Baylon on Apr 3, 2009

Most believers are not aware that they have authority from God. Consequently, they live defeated lives. We need understand the nature of our authority.

Title: You have authority! Date: March 29, 2009 Text: Luke 10:19 Take-off 1. Are you familiar with the writ of amparo? Erlinda Cadapan and Concepcion Empeno, mothers of Sherlyn and Karen, respectively, were the first to test the writ of Amparo… 2. The reason why we don’t experience much of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Servants By God's Authority

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Feb 8, 2004

Epiphany 5: Our holy God makes us fit to be his servants through the forgiveness that Jesus won for us through his Cross and Resurrection.

Have you ever read about the homeless children that live in Russia, India and South America? There have been several stories and TV documentaries that have aired in which the plight of these children has been described. There are literally thousands of these children that live in the most pitiful ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Keys To Spiritual Authority Series

Contributed by Bruce Morrison on May 26, 2003

From the life of Joseph we see three important keys to having spiritual authority.

Joseph – Keys to Spiritual Authority 2nd in a Series of Messages to Young People Introduction So Pharaoh asked them, "Can we find anyone like this man, one in whom is the spirit of God ?" Genesis 41:38. With these words came the most amazing promotion anyone can imagine. Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:38, Hebrews 11:22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gaining Spiritual Authority Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jun 22, 2004

Have we lost our spiritual authority and if so, how can we regain it? This begins a study of Ephesians.

What has become of the days of Charles Finney, Smith Wigglesworth, and Jonathan Edwards? Where are the days of the Welsh Revival, the Great Awakening, the Azusa Street Revival? Why do we have history but no present day application in the Pacific Northwest? Am I the only one asking these kinds ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paul's Authority And The Gospel Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 19, 2005

In this brief greeting to the Galatians Paul summarizes his authority and his gospel.

Scripture Throughout human history, every person at some time or another has wrestled with the basic question of the human heart: “How can I find true happiness? How can I obtain peace, tranquility, and freedom from fear?” Many solutions have been suggested. These include religion, rigorous ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Man Under Authority

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

The Roman centurion was the only man that caused the Lord Jesus to "marvel". We should strive to grow in faith realizing that "without faith it is impossible to please Him".

A MAN UNDER AUTHORITY "For I also am a man under authority, with solders under me; and I say to this one, ’Go!’ and he goes, and to another, ’Come!’ and he comes, and to my servant, ’Do this!’ and he does it." Matthew 8:9. I COMPASSION EXPRESSED The one showing compassion: The Roman ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:9

Denomination: Baptist

A King Of Power And Authority

Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Aug 12, 2004

No matter what authority has control over us in this present age, we still have a king that is mighty in power and has all authority in heaven and on the earth.

A King of Power and Authority John 18:36 I. Introduction: a. We have been keeping our eyes on the Presidential race i. We cast our votes on November 7th 1. Many of us waited up to see who would be the next president, but were left hanging and have been left hanging for several weeks ii. We have ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Author Of Eternal Salvation Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 12, 2004

Jesus could not be a priest under the Old Covenant because He was of the tribe of Judah. However, he has been made a High Priest under the order of Melchizedek.

THE AUTHOR OF ETERNAL SALVATION Heb 4:14-5:10 You and I have a Great High Priest in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Out High Priest is superior to the Old Testament High Priest and the order of Aaron. In 5:1-4, we discover the qualifications of the high priest. First, he must be taken from ...read more

Denomination: Baptist