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800-Pound Gorilla? Or The First Pope?

Contributed by William Mouser on Aug 23, 2005

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In Matthew 16, Jesus confers on Peter (and, later the other Apostles) authority to rule the Church, founded on the truth of Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Messiah.

Matthew 16:13-20 800-Pound Gorilla? Or the First Pope? There’s a phrase that’s popular in modern discussions of any number of topics, and that phrase is this: “an 800 pound gorilla in the room.” An example would be this line which I plucked from a blog entry on the international economy as it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Questions

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 11, 2005

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Do you ever question those who are in positions of spiritual authority over you? Do you ever question God? Maybe you should.

13, November 2005 Dakota Community Church Questions Do these quotes sound familiar? “Children should be seen and not heard.” “Because I’m your father and I said so; that’s why.” Most of us were raised with the idea that it is somehow wrong to question authority. The Church where I became a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18-19

Denomination: Mennonite

Oh Lord, Deliver Me From Deliverance Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 12, 2006

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A Bible study series that addresses the authority of the Believer regarding spiritual warfare and the power of the enemy and answers the question, "Can A Christian Have A Demon"?

Great debate began taking place during the middle of the last century within Christianity as to whether or not a genuine Born-Again Christian can be demon possessed. When asked “can a Christian have a demon?” I always reply, “Why would they want one?!” The debate revolved primarily around the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Healing The Woman With The Issue Of Blood

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Jul 1, 2006

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Jesus has the spoken authority over death, disease and every other aspect of life. So why do we hesitate seeking his face?

Jesus Healing the Woman with the Issue of Blood Luke 8:43-48 Introduction: This morning we are going to take a look at one of the better known examples of where Jesus heals a woman and next week we will see him restore life to a young girl. Attention: Notice please as Jesus responds in these ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48, Luke 8:48

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of The Living

Contributed by William Mouser on May 16, 2005

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In Jesus’ confrontation with the Sadducees concerning the resurrection, Jesus shows from the Sadducees own Biblical authorities that God has always been the God of the Living, not the dead.

Matt. 22:23-33, Lk 20:27-40, Mk 12:18-27 The event in today’s gospel lesson actually occurred within three days of Jesus crucifixion. Therefore, you would think this lesson appropriate for some Sunday during near the end of Lent, or during passion week. But, its subject matter makes it entirely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Do You Still Have No Faith? Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 25, 2005

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Faith needs to be exercised. We can have faith in the Lord because His authority is absolute. Our faith in God is expressed through prayer and action.

Exercise is important. To stay fit and healthy, to stay strong, we’re told to exercise regularly. You go to the gym and you’ll see all kinds of equipment to tone your body muscle and help you stay strong and healthy. In the spiritual realm, we need that too. We say we have faith in God. All ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fetching For The Potter, Not The Clay

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 15, 2004

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This sermon looks at how we as the clay need to do our potter’s bidding not ours by looking at the potter’s authority over and love for the clay.

A minister in Texas used a very creative visual aid to start his message. He brought on to the stage a beautiful Golden Irish Setter that belonged to his youth minister. The Youth minister loved this dog so much that when the dog had been sick and had to be in the vet kennel overnight, he stayed ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Proverbs 31 Mother

Contributed by Tim White on May 7, 2011

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Just as D. L. Moody praised his mother for the impact in his life so does the author of Proverbs 31 praise his godly mother.

The Proverbs 31 Mother The greatly used evangelist, D. L. Moody, said this about the influence of his mother, “All I have ever accomplished in life I owe to my mother.” I hope you can say that about your mother. Moody’s mother like all mothers was not perfect but D. L. Moody ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Godless Dreamers

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 16, 2008

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In our text, Jude speaks specifically about certain godless dreamers. 1- They pollute themselves 2- They reject authority 3- They slander celestial beings

INTRO.- Dreaming isn’t bad, depending on what you dream for. And I’m not talking about night dreams because we all have some crazy night dreams. ILL.- For example, I had a crazy dream that some people were trying to kill me and I defended myself by stabbing my attackers with a set of deer ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unity In The Community

Contributed by John Johnson on Nov 9, 2008

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The greatest danger facing the church today is an attack on the authority of the Word of God. When the church comes together in unity, the spirit of God is poured out in abundance.

The greatest danger facing the church today is an attack on the authority of the Word of God. There has become a gentle coldness and indifference to biblical truth and God’s standards of righteousness. We want to live like we want to live, we want to act like we want to act, we want to do what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Ancient Of Days Takes His Throne

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 16, 2009

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End Time 3/Saints Triumphant (B) - The Ancient of Days takes his throne. He shines with royal appearance. He juges with royal authority.

THE ANCIENT OF DAYS TAKES HIS THRONE (Outline) November 16, 2008 -- END TIME 3 / SAINTS TRIUMPHANT -- Daniel 7:9,10 INTRO: The months of November and December bring many friends and family back to their homes for visits. There is a certain excitement and expectation as we anticipate ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:9-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Where God's Power Flows Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 15, 2009

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The Lord has given us the authority to do His work through the power of the Holy Spirit. We are God’s vessels of hope for a hurting world.

This was the first miracle of healing in the Book of Acts, and a first for the newborn church. This was very unlike the Peter and John we know from the Gospels. • Here they were very confident and they spoke with authority. • We saw a paradigm shift in their understanding and belief. Previously ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Correcting Our Definitions Of Wealth

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Feb 21, 2012

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Paul wrote to the Corinthians saying that Jesus shed the the riches of His own glory and authority, impoverished Himself to make us rich. Is this wealth real or imagined?

Pastor Dan Little The Landmark Church February 19, 2012 email: adfontes.djl@gmail.com ............................................................................................................................................ Riches! Real or Imagined? 2 Corinthians 8:9 For you know the grace of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:37-50

Denomination: *other

God’s End Time Army

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jun 15, 2013

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The end-times is not about the power of Satan or the anti-Christ, but about God and His power and authority. Only God knows how things will work out.

God’s End Time Army Joel 2:11 - The LORD gives voice before His army, For His camp is very great; For strong is the One who executes His word. For the day of the LORD is great and very terrible; Who can endure it? The end-times is not about the power of Satan or the anti-Christ, but about ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:11

Denomination: Charismatic

Walk In Faith - Understanding God Is Sovereign Series

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Oct 10, 2013

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Jesus said that, "all authority has been given to Him on heaven and earth." This is His claim of absolute sovereignty. This means that He is the boss of everything.

Have you ever had a boss you didn't like? According to Forbes magazine over 2 million Americans quit their job every month because they don't like their job. Of those 2 million 31% didn't like their boss. For those who hate to do the math that is about 620,000 people a month who quit because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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