Sermons on Faith And Authority:

Vindication Of Paul's Apostolic Authority

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE REALITY OF HIS AUTHORITY (10:1-18) 1.

THE REALITY OF HIS AUTHORITY (10:1-18) 1. His readiness (and reluctance) to exercise his authority (:1-6) Reply to the charge of cowardice 2. His powerful pesonal presence --consistent with his strong letters (:7-11) Reply to the charge of weakness 3. His legitimate sphere of authority ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Which Authority, God Or Man?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2014

To show that as CHRISTian believers we have delegated authority from the LORD JESUS Himself, that's why the LORD JESUS makes sure His WORDS are fulfilled in us.

I. EXORDIUM: Which authority do you have? man or GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that as CHRISTian believers we have delegated authority from the LORD JESUS Himself, that's why the LORD JESUS makes sure His WORDS are fulfilled in us. IV. TEXT: Mark 11:30-33 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:30-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Authority Of The Inspired Word Of God Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Aug 3, 2025

WE BELIEVE the Bible is the verbally inspired and only infallible (incapable of being wrong) and authoritative (having authority over beliefs and conduct) written Word of God (2 Timothy 3:15–17; 2 Peter 1:21).

Today we start a new series on foundations and there is nothing more foundational for believing in Christ than the understanding of the scriptures. WE BELIEVE the Bible is the verbally inspired and only infallible (incapable of being wrong) and authoritative (having authority over beliefs and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17, 2 Peter 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Identify An Abuser Of Authority

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2006

Let us identify twenty of the characteristics of abusers of the truth, their positions of authority and their opportunities

How to Identify an Abuser of Authority (2 Cor 11:12-20) "I would die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money grubbing preachers vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch - pseudo apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Defense Of God Given Authority Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 13, 2015

Those called of God are to use their spiritual authority to build people up & not to tear down. Those who have been granted authority in Christ have within them the ability to call forth the true exercise of authority.

2 CORINTHIANS 10: 7-11 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] A DEFENSE OF GOD GIVEN AUTHORITY As I read these words, I am appalled at the attacks that were leveled at Paul and the pain he must have felt. What spiritual battles he must have fought yet he still maintained the meekness and gentleness of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Pastoral Authority Not Pastoral Acquiescence

Contributed by James Groce on Apr 18, 2001

Government presents the case that rebellion could possibly exist. Rebellion indisputably declares that government does exist!

Pastoral Authority Not Pastoral Acquiescence Elder James Groce Pastor of Calvary Apostolic Tabernacle Molino, Florida Text: Romans 13:1-7 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. Whosoever therefore resisteth the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus The Author Of Eternal Salvation.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 12, 2022

Through His obedience He is made the author of eternal life to all who obey Him.

JESUS THE AUTHOR OF ETERNAL SALVATION. Hebrews 5:7-9. Jesus’ offering is described here as “prayers and supplications with strong crying and tears” (Hebrews 5:7). At Gethsemane Jesus cried ‘Take this cup from me’ – but also ‘not my will but yours be done’ (Matthew 26:39). At Calvary Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Authority Of Jesus In Our Lives. Series

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Sep 24, 2011

Jesus authority superceded all authority in heaven and earth. Unlike the chief priests and elders, who chose to challenge Jesus, we are to bow down to his authority and let His Most Excellency rule our heast, minds and souls.

THE AUTHORITY OF JESUS IN OUR LIVES - BY REVEREND MATTHEW OLANREWAJU It has been coming! It has been coming for a long time, the only surprise here is the fact that the Pharisees, Chief priests and the elders had held on for so long before running out of patience with Jesus. I mean, for a long ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-27

Denomination: Methodist

Restoring The Great Authority Of Mandkind

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 5, 2012

Satan is DEFEATED, Jesus came to DISARM the devil! Now, we should be FREE from the POWER of Satan, POWER of SIN and POWER of DEATH. We are SAVED! Therefore we should be FREE from the works of the Devil! Such as FEAR, WORRY and DOUBT!

We are CALLED and CHOSEN by God to take back the AUTHORITY of Man OVER ALL CREATION which Adam had lost. Genesis 1:27(KJV) “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.” When Adam sinned, the AUTHORITY of man OVER ALL ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-6

Denomination: *other

God Is The Author Of My Identity

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Sep 26, 2001

God has created, shaped and redeemed you with a specific identity, common to all of His creation, unique to you. Discover this wonderful identity that God is writing on your heart.

God is the Author of My Identity “I’ve always wanted to be somebody. But now I see I should have been more specific.” – Lily Tomlin “Who am I?” One of the great myths of our day is that in your teenage years you figure out who you are and then you live out that identity after you’ve grown up. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:3, 1 Corinthians 15:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Authority Over Demons Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To demonstrate that Jesus’ authority extends even to the spirit world in order to encourage all people to enthrone Him as Lord.

The Gospel of Mark #4: Jesus’ Authority Over Demons Text: Mark 1:21-28 Thesis: To demonstrate that Jesus’ authority extends even to the spirit world in order to encourage all people to enthrone Him as Lord. Introduction: (1) Jesus is now in Capernaum, which seemed to be “his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Authority Comes From Identity

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 19, 2023

Who do you say that I am

Authority Comes from Identity Mark 8:22-30 Good morning. When I was in my early twenties, I often ate lunch at a Hamburger restaurant in San Francisco, near my work. One day, the owner of the restaurant was arguing with me about something and the owner said, he would give me his restaurant if ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pastor’s Authority

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

Bible truths about pastoral authority.

THE PASTOR’S AUTHORITY AND THE CHURCH MEMBER’S RESPONSIBILITY THE PASTOR’S AUTHORITY AND THE CHURCH MEMBER’S RESPONSIBILITY There are two things that we desire to cover here. First, we want to reinforce the scriptural authority of the pastorate and warn about the abuse of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28

Denomination: Foursquare

Paul's Authority

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 29, 2023

Did Paul just go about his missionary work without checking with others in the broader church to make sure that his message was orthodox?

The letter to the churches in Galatia describes a problem that still exists today, how they had fallen backwards from the grace of the Gospel into outward works of the law like circumcision. Thus, the theme of Galatians is justification by faith in Christ’s death and resurrection apart from the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Establishes His Authority Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 25:The Great Commission - Jesus establishes His authority and sets things straight.

The Great Commission Part 25 – Jesus Teaches the Parable of the Marriage Feast Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org | www.TruthDigest.org ANNOUNCEMENTS 6:00PM Evening Service at the church – “Seminary Students will be preaching” June 29th – Lori Ulman July 6th – Lynnette ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Bible Church