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  • Steven Buhr avatar

    Submitting To Authority Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023
     | 2,043 views

    Today we are going to explore what is written in the Word of God (talk about authority!) when it comes to submitting to authority.

    Submitting to Authority Part 4 of A study through Peter July 2nd 2023 We are in the book of 1 Peter, a letter to the church written by a fellow who was an uneducated fisherman, who was called by Jesus to be one of His closest followers, was well-known for speaking his mind, acting without ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    As One With Authority

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 29, 2024
     | 702 views

    A sermon for the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany, Year B

    January 28, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 1:21-28 As One with Authority Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. For the most part, we know what to expect when we gather for worship. We anticipate the general order ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Authority Is Not The Issue

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 19, 2024
     | 1,920 views

    The Body of Christ has spiritual authority in this world. So, why aren'tr more of us walking in it? Why aren’t more of us demonstrating it for the kingdom? This message looks at three reasons.

    Good evening. You are the blessed of the Lord. The message tonight is something I have been thinking about for quite a while. What I am going to share tonight dovetails into what Pastor taught Sunday morning. I’m going to use the phrase “no excuses” in terms of where we are in our relationship ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Submit To Authorities Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2022
     | 1,496 views

    One thing that is clear in his thinking and interpretation of Paul regarding authority is that Subjects are subjected to the laws and regulations of the authorities. The authorities are subjected to the laws and regulations of God.

    Romans 13:01-07 Submission to Authorities 1. World Authorities (Romans 13:1-3) St. Paul wrote that no governing authority exists without the establishment of God. The days of Paul were witnessed by the kingdoms, emperors, armies, and rulers. He would like to approve that those kingdoms and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Under Authority

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 29, 2022
     | 1,153 views

    What we perhaps don’t realize is that Christians are also under authority, civilians enlisted in the same cause, fighting evil and promoting the good.

    I was watching an old Humphrey Bogart movie the other night, called Action in the North Atlantic. It was about the merchant marine in WWII, not about the navy. I was particularly interested because my brother Jeremy up in Alaska was in the merchant marine. And then I got even more interested, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus With Authority

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 27, 2024
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    The authority of Jesus was questioned by the religious leaders. Jesus did not his source of authority to those wicked inquirers. But Bible reveals that his authority is unquestionable.

    Text: Matthew 21:23-27 Theme: Challenge of Jesus’ Authority Introduction: The authority of Jesus was questioned while he was teaching in the Temple in Jerusalem, as reported in all three synoptic gospels: Matthew 21:23–27, Mark 11:27–33 and Luke 20:1–8. During the time of Jesus, chief priests, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Divine Power For A Divine Purpose

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 29, 2011
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    The power of the Holy Spirit is given to us so that we can be effective witnesses for Christ and to expand His kingdom.

    DIVINE POWER FOR A DIVINE PURPOSE STUDY TEXT: ACTS 1:8 Introduction God promised a divine power which shall be solely for a divine purpose. This is because the power will come through the Holy Spirit, and the primary purpose shall be to win souls to the kingdom of God. Thus, the baptism in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Divine Presence, Divine Inspiration Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 4, 2012
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     | 6,258 views

    It is the enduring presence of God in His Church, His sacraments and His Scriptures that gives our life meaning and purpose.

    Monday of 5th Week in Course St. Paul Miki & Companions Verbum Domini One of the critical teachings of both the Old and New Testaments is that the presence of God is not like the presence of the pagan gods. The latter came and went with their whims, and their arrival was usually bad news for ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Gates Of Hell Shall Not Prevail

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 3, 2025
     | 301 views

    The Church of Jesus Christ is divinely established to stand firm against all the assaults of hell, and no power of darkness can overthrow it.

    THE GATES OF HELL SHALL NOT PREVAIL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 16:17-19 Key Verse: “And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” (Matthew 16:18) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17; Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lesson 5: Why I Believe In The Authority Of The Bible

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 17, 2011
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     | 1,566 views

    Reasons for belief in the Divinely inspired Word of God.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Voltaire, an atheist and opponent of Christianity, tried to translate Psalm 51 into a poem, i.e., “Create in me a clean heart, O God.” He got a great horror of hell. 2. A. W. Pink, “Christianity is a religion of the Book. The entire edifice of Christianity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power Over Satan

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 257 ratings
     | 42,547 views

    Let’s contrast the power & authority of Jesus & of Satan in our lives.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. One of the great conflicts of life is the conflict over authority. "Who is in charge? Who controls what is going on?" This conflict occurs in the home between parents & children. It occurs between students & ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Providence Part 7 - Providence And Civil Governments Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Nov 27, 2018
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     | 7,408 views

    Part 7 of an 8-part series that was originally developed as a 13-week adult class. This part examines the Christian's relationship with and responsibility to civil government.

    DIVINE PROVIDENCE This is Part 7 of an 8-part series that was originally developed for a 13-week adult class, with some of the parts taking more or less than a 45-minute class period. I am starting to post the series on SermonCentral, and plan to post the remaining parts over the next few days as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Exousia (The Authority Of Jesus) Series

    Contributed by Stephen Weatherby on Aug 16, 2021
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     | 3,520 views

    Examining the authority of Jesus, by which the disciples were sent into the world to make disciples

    Good morning! Last week I spoke from John 6, and we went through the story of Jesus walking on water after the feeding of the 5000. We spoke about being aligned with God’s will, and the continual need that we have both as the church and as individuals to make sure that we are realigning ourselves ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Empowerment (Part 2)

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 27, 2025
     | 306 views

    In this second part, we shall go deeper into how divine empowerment transforms a believer’s spiritual authority, how it operates through the anointing, and how to sustain this empowerment in your daily life.

    DIVINE EMPOWERMENT (Part 2) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Micah 3:8, Isaiah 10:27, John 14:12, Romans 8:11, Philippians 2:13 INTRODUCTION: In Part 1, we explored how divine empowerment is given by the Holy Spirit for fulfilling God’s purpose, overcoming ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Who's In Charge Around Here? Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 25, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,181 views

    All authority has been given to the Lord Jesus and we are His body.

    Who’s In Charge Around Here? Ephesians 1:15-23 April 30, 2006 Ephesians 1:15 (NLT) Ever since I first heard of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for Christians everywhere Your Reputation The church at Ephesus  Known for strong ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational