Sermons on Delegated Authority:

By Scripture Alone Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Oct 29, 2006

One of the basic questions of the Reformation was where does our authority come from? Answer: From Scripture alone.

By Scripture Alone John 5:30-47 Four key questions of Protestantism: How is a person saved? Where does religious authority lie? What is the church? What is the essence of Christian living? Luther’s new answers: Salvation by faith alone, not by works. Religious authority is not in the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 5, 2007

We are called by God’s Word to be good citizens for God has placed those in authority over us!

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 21, 2007 Date Preached: September 23, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship! Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:13-17 13 Therefore submit yourselves to every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Aim For A Better Life Series

Contributed by Charles Forshee on Sep 15, 2008

This is a the first in a 6 part series on taking AIM for a Better Life using AIM as an acrostic for Authority, Initiative and Maintenance

Taking AIM for a Better Life Part 1 We’ve been talking about NEW BEGINNINGS that END WELL for the past few weeks.... And truly, we know that God is a God of "New Beginnings" He believes in "Starting Over" He believes in Second, Third, Fourth and many more chances..... But we also must know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: *other

Who's Your Boss Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Aug 28, 2010

As servants of Almighty God, we have the authority and awesome privilege of sharing God's message of love with all people.

WHO'S YOUR BOSS? GALATIANS 1:1-5 INTRODUCTION The boss is an interesting individual. Some people like their boss and some do not. Some work harder when the boss is around than when he or she is absent. Many bosses are very difficult to work for while others are very laid back. The boss might be a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

My Identity In Christ Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 22, 2009

In Christ, I am free from the authority of Satan, the property of Jesus Christ, and totally forgiven for my sins.

“My Identity in Christ” Colossians 1:9-14 1. Illus. of elementary school • Classmates assign a “value” to the other kids. This one is the “smart” one, that one is the “plain” one. • Truth is, so often who that child is, is the exact opposite of the lable given to him or her! 2. Who are you? ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Possessions And Stealing

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 27, 2012

The eighth commandment gives us a simple rule to keep us tuned in to God's authority over our possessions.

(From: shopliftingprevention.org) • More than $13 billion worth of goods are stolen from retailers each year. That's more than $35 million per day. • There are approximately 27 million shoplifters (or 1 in 11 people) in our nation today. More than 10 million people have been caught ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rewards That Keep On Giving! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2018

Some of our rewards are represented by crowns. Whether victors’ garlands or signs of authority — or both— they merit further examination.

Rewards That Keep on Giving! (see note at bottom of page first to suggest that diadems are a sub-category of the broader word garland, which includes but is not limited to a victor's wreath but can be used of royal privilege as well). 1. “More than 40,000 people have claimed 078-05-1120 as their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-26, 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20, 1 Peter 5:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Revelation 4:10-11, Matthew 20:20-28, 1 Corinthians 15:40-42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Claiming To Be Christian And Celebrating Halloween Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

October 31st is the Halloween the biggest occultic pagan satanic holy day where Satan is the author of Halloween.

Children and many young people disguise themselves, paint their faces, dress up in ugly scary costumes, and go door to door collecting treats or candy and playing tricks on people , and the adults often decorate their houses with ghostly figures, Cobwebs, carve scary faces on pumpkins, and put ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Romans 12:9, Romans 3:18, 2 Corinthians 11:14-15, Titus 2:11-14  (view more)  (view less)

Live By God’s Wisdom Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 30, 2019

We cannot live life in the best way possible if we ignore the wisdom offered by the author of all life.

An angel appeared at a faculty meeting and told the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord would reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selected infinite wisdom. “Done!” says the angel, and disappears in a cloud ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Oh!, Lord, My God Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 25, 2020

Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, we consider the thought of having power and authority ...

OH! LORD, MY GOD by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (June 23, 2020) “O Lord my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me: Lest he tear my soul like a lion, rending it in pieces, while ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:1-17, John 8:36

Denomination: Friends

On Being An Overcomer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 21, 2021

Jesus was tempted in every way. His battle in the wilderness underscores his authority and victory over temptation and sin

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.GraceCommunity.com Pastor Bradford Reaves Watch this message online: https://youtu.be/Km22OhiY8ng Introduction A few guys were on a men’s retreat together and one night they decided to share with each other their struggles and temptations. The first said, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:11-12, Isaiah 14:12, Daniel 4:17, Acts 17:26, 2 Corinthians 4:4, John 16:11, John 12:31, Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:31, Psalm 107:4-6, Hebrews 4:15, Deuteronomy 6:13, Luke 4:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Grace And Responsibility Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jun 3, 2011

Believers are responsible for obeying the governing authorities as long as doing so doesn’t conflict with obedience to God.

Romans 13:1-10 Introduction: A. Have there ever been laws you didn’t agree with and were therefore tempted to disobey? B. Have you ever disagreed with decisions our government made? C. I think mainly of the political upheaval of the sixties and seventies in our country. D. An enormous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Handing Over The Keys

Contributed by Mari Larson on Sep 7, 2014

The authority to forgive (The Office of the Keys) has been given to us, but we don't use it.

Church life on the prairies of the Midwest is often quite different from church life here (in Arizona). Small congregations of Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, Finnish, and German origins are slowly dying out, and since we no longer preach in the languages of our mother-lands (Thank God!), and because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

When Kings Become Your Helpers Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 11, 2025

This sermon teaches the importance of divine help from people in positions of authority and how to position oneself to receive it.

WHEN KINGS BECOME YOUR HELPERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:10 "And the sons of strangers shall build up thy walls, and their kings shall minister unto thee: for in my wrath I smote thee, but in my favour have I had mercy on thee." Supporting Texts: Esther 6:1-10, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:10, Esther 6:1-10, Nehemiah 2:1-8, 1 Kings 10:1-10, Daniel 6:25-28, Proverbs 21:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Obedience To God Above Man Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025

Obedience to God is the ultimate proof of love, faith, and loyalty to Him, even when it conflicts with human authority or opinion.

OBEDIENCE TO GOD ABOVE MAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 5:29 Key Verse: “Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29) Supporting Texts: Daniel 3:16-18, 1 Samuel 15:22, John 14:15, Acts 4:19-20, Romans ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Assembly Of God