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  • Dave Martin avatar

    Knowing Our Authority Series

    Contributed by Dave Martin on Jul 22, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,008 views

    When we speak of authority, what do we mean? It could mean flashing lights coming up fast from behind you.

    "Knowing Our Authority!" "Knowing" series part 3 of 4 Text: Eph. 1:17-23 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - July 22, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! When we speak of authority, what do we mean? It could mean flashing lights ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    You Have Authority Series

    Contributed by Bong Baylon on Apr 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,673 views

    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

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Authority To Clean Temples Series

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jun 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,885 views

    Jesus gave His life for our sins and He raised Himself from the dead for our life. That’s what gives Jesus the authority to be a temple cleanser. Hallelujah! He won our victory over death, hell and the grave and He has the authority to clean us up.

    This message is an edited version of a sermon given at Loving God Fellowship. Copyright © 2007 Loving God Fellowship, Inc. http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org You are encouraged to share this message with those you know that are hungry for God’s Word. Authority to Clean Temples The Life of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Respect Civil Authority Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 6, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,101 views

    Peter indicates that our salvation should impact how we related to governmental authority. Submission is not a popular topic, but it is needful, in our rebellious & self-gratifying society. Submission is recognition of God¡¯s right to govern our lives.

    1 PETER 2: 13-17 RESPECT CIVIL AUTHORITY [Renewing Hope Series] [Romans 13:1-7 / Acts 4:19-20; 5:29] From this point on 1 Peter discusses the effect of our salvation on our life and relationships. Because of our fallen understanding, what living the Christian life entails needs to be spelled ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Living Under Authority Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 26, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,085 views

    Having instructed Timothy on relationships with widows and elders, now Paul addressed relationships between slaves and masters. Paul emphasized the importance of submission and obedience so that God's Word will be held in high esteem.

    Introduction: A. The relationship between bosses and employees can be fodder for many jokes and most of them are not too funny! (Especially if you are the boss) 1. I heard about a boss who put a sign on the company bulletin board that announced: “To err is human, to forgive is not a company ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A King Of Power And Authority

    Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Aug 12, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,993 views

    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

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Gaining Spiritual Authority Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,104 views

    God wants us to get close to Him, using His authority to accomplish His will.

    Gaining Spiritual Authority “Who’s the Boss?” Acts 19:13-20 Intro: Have you ever been caught in the middle of a power struggle? I can think of jobs I’ve had in the past when there was more than one boss to whom I was accountable. Sometimes one of them would try to get the upper hand on another of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Recognizing Gods Authority

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 25, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 11,720 views

    God is God! He is to be Supreme in our lives. We need to recognize His authority over us and have regard for His Word to us.

    Recognizing God’s Authority Isaiah 42:8 "I am the LORD: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images." INTRODUCTION: Tom Eliff in his book Unbreakable lays out seven pillars for Kingdom Families, families that will have a positive impact on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding Your Authority

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 11, 2013
     | 3,648 views

    We need to realize the unraveling of the enemy's power has already been accomplished by Christ and we engage the enemy based on the fact that his authority over us has been stripped and we have authority over him by the blood of Jesus and in Jesus Name

    He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil. 1Jn 3:8 KJV Eph 2:1-7 KJV And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; 2 Wherein in time past ye ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James W Hare avatar

    Understanding Your Authority

    Contributed by James W Hare on May 10, 2016
     | 3,488 views

    understanding the authority the God has entrusted to us

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR AUTHORITY Ephesians 2:1-2:7 He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil. 1Jn 3:8 KJV Eph 2:1-7 KJV And you hath he quickened, who were dead in ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Billy Ricks avatar

    Authority Of The Servant King

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 2, 2012
     | 4,155 views

    The Gospel of Mark presents Jesus as the Greatest Servant. This servant has the authority to forgive sin, free people of disease, force demon to flee. Most of us have some type of reistance to authority. Jesus made it clear the real and eternal life is

    Intro: Illustration about “God is watching you.” My first thought was an old angry man in the sky pointing His finger at me saying look out I’m going to get you. My second thought was of the heavenly father I know. Jesus is the only one capable of watching over me, you, every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ellie Wakeman avatar

    Jesus’ Authority Is Sufficient

    Contributed by Ellie Wakeman on Nov 22, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,857 views

    The sermon explores the main truth that Jesus’ authority is enough.

    You know, just this past week, I was reminded of an event that had occurred some years back that I wanted to share with you all. This young lady, in her mid 30s was at a time in her life when everything seemed to be going great! Every time she turned around things seemed to be falling right into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • James May avatar

    Covered By The Authority Of God Series

    Contributed by James May on Aug 11, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 26,001 views

    1st in a series based upon the book titled "Under Cover" by John Bevere that teaches the Protection we receive if we are covered by God’s Authority.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    Submit To The Governing Authorities

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jan 23, 2003
    based on 76 ratings
     | 9,962 views

    Since earthly governments are an extension of God’s authority in the lives of mankind we are call upon to submit to them.

    A government surveyor brought his surveying equipment to a farm to do some work for the state and county by which he was employed. He knocked on the farmhouse door and asked the farmer for permission to go into one of his fields and take some readings. The farmer had no hospitality for any state ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Foundational Authority Of Scripture

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 25, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,633 views

    We have the prophetic word fully confirmed in Jesus.

    THE FOUNDATIONAL AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE. 2 Peter 1:19-21. The church is built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief corner stone (Ephesians 2:20). At the back of Peter’s apostolic testimony to the transfiguration of our Lord (2 Peter 1:16-18) lies ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational