Sermons on Godly Authority:

Where Do God & Country Meet?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 31, 2002

Where do God & country meet? How can we be good Christians & yet good citizens? Can we be both, or do we have to be one or the other? Do we have to sacrifice our love of God for love of country, or vice-versa?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2022) TEXT: Romans 13:1-7; 2 Chronicles 7:14; 1 Timothy 2:1-4; Philippians 3:17-21 ILL. A few years ago Dr. James Dobson began his Focus on the Family Newsletter with words as important, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Philippians 3:17-21, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keys To A Lifestyle Of Worship Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Oct 30, 2003

Malachi - The Final Prophet (Part 2) GODLY INSIGHT FOR TODAY!

✎ ILLUSTRATION: YARD SALE–FLEA MARKET. One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! All too often stuff that is in the yard sale today is in the dumpster tomorrow. Sometimes we feel like the leftovers from a yard sale; our self esteem is in the dumpster. We’re useless; we’re no good for ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Has To Die

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 9, 2014

There can be no coexistence of sin and a godly life. There are something's that need to die.

“It’s has to die” By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. TEXT:- Exodus 20:13 is the sixth commandment it says "Thou shalt not kill." Deuteronomy 20:16-18 “But of the cities of these people, which the LORD thy God doth give thee for an inheritance, thou shalt save alive nothing that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:16-18

Denomination: Apostolic

Finding The Right Priorities In Life Series

Contributed by Brian Vickers on Oct 11, 2007

A sermon about finding Godly priorities to live our lives by.

Finding the Right Priorities in Life John 4:31-38 Are any of you busy? One of the great revelations of life is that while some folks will spend a lot of their later years relaxing, many people retire only to discover that if they hadn’t, they wouldn’t have had enough time to hold down a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:31-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Calming The Perfect Storm, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008

We must take authority ocer the things in life we have been given the authority to take. To do less is to invite disaster and defeat

Calming the perfect storm Part 2 Opening: 1. Last week we learned there can be several responses to the reversal that come in our life. a. We can take what life hands us and try and make the best of it b. Get mad, depressed, throw up our hands c. Or we can try and discern what is going on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-40

Denomination: Mennonite

The Canopy Of God's Provision Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 10, 2003

As the third in a series concerining our response to authority over our lives, this message discusses the guidance, protection, and blessing found in humble submission to authority.

The Canopy of God’s Provision Submission to Human Authority (Part III) 3-10-02 In previous messages we have discussed: I.The Appointment of Human Authority Comes from God. II.All Human Authority is Limited in its Scope. III.Submission to Human Authority is NOT based upon our Respect for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:8, Proverbs 12:15

Denomination: Charismatic

The Mighty Word: Jesus' Authority And Our Transformation - 1 Peter 1:24-25 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 2, 2024

Jesus, the Living Word, demonstrates His authority over every aspect of life and how this truth transforms us.

The Mighty Word: Jesus' Authority and Our Transformation - 1 Peter 1:24-25 Text: 1 Peter 1:24-25 (NLT): “As the Scriptures say, ‘People are like grass; their beauty is like a flower in the field. The grass withers, and the flower fades. But the word of the Lord remains forever.’ And that word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:24-25, John 1:14, Mark 4:35-41, Matthew 8:1-4, Mark 5:1-13, Luke 4:16-20, Hebrews 4:14-16, Colossians 1:15-17, Psalm 33:9, Isaiah 55:11, Romans 10:17, Hebrews 10:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Wisely Use Your Rights As Paul Did

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001

Learning to utilize and assert your rights in a godly manner

How To Wisely Use Your Rights as Paul Did (Acts 16:35-40) Illustration:Early in my career as a doctor I went to see a patient who was coming out of anesthesia. Far off church chimes sounded. "I must be in heaven," the woman murmured. Then she saw me. "No, I can’t be," she said. "There’s Dr. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:35-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Integrity In Living And Ruling Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GODLY LEADERS NEED TO MAINTAIN PERSONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL INTEGRITY

BIG IDEA: GODLY LEADERS NEED TO MAINTAIN PERSONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL INTEGRITY INTRODUCTION: Very timely topic given the lack of integrity in U.S. politics; sunk to new depths under President Clinton But compare church politicians as well Psalm of David with Messianic application to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A M Other's Legacy

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 12, 2006

A Godly mother prepares her children for this life and the next.

A Mothers Legacy Text: Ruth 1:1-18 Introduction 1. Read Ruth 1:1-18 2. Illustration: When the will of Henry J. Heinz, wealthy distributor of the famous ’57 Varieties’ line, was read, it was found to contain the following confession: ’Looking forward to the time when my earthly career will ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The 24/7 Godlyparent

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 11, 2003

Being a godly parent is something one does deliberately.

The 24/7 Godly Parent Duet. 6:4-9 August 10, 2003 Baby Dedication Service Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: Psalm 127:3-5 DT 6:4 Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. [5] Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. [6] ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Just Like Mom

Contributed by David Rogers on Apr 26, 2005

A Sermon that shows God’s charcter in a Godly mother.

Just Like Mom! Text: Isaiah 66:10-14 Rejoice ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all ye that love her: rejoice for joy with her, all ye that mourn for her: 11 That ye may suck, and be satisfied with the breasts of her consolations; that ye may milk out, and be delighted with the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Mother's Four Qualities"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on May 6, 2008

Four godly qualities every mother should possess.

Mom’s Day – 2008 May 11, 2008 ”I thank God, whom I serve, as my forefathers did, with a clear conscience, as night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. Recalling your tears, I long to see you, so that I may be filled with joy. I have been reminded of your sincere faith, which first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-5

Denomination: Holiness

Abraham & Lot

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 16, 2008

Two godly men, one faithful & one compromised

Background: judgement on Sodom [Show pic of Dead Sea.] The ruins of Sodom and Gomorrah have been discovered southeast of the Dead Sea. Both places were destroyed at the same time by an enormous conflagration. The destruction debris was about three feet thick. Archaeologists found that buildings ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The High Ministry Of Lamp Dressing

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 7, 2006

This message is concerned with the importance of living a clean and godly life.

NOTE: I TOOK AN OIL LAMP AND LIT IT JUST PRIOR TO READING THE TEXT AND ALLOWED IT TO BURN THE ENTIRE TIME THAT I PREACHED THIS MESSAGE. THE EFFECT WAS VERY GOOD ESPECIALLY WHEN I GOT TO THE POINT ABOUT THE WICK AND THE OIL OF THE LAMP. Exodus 30:7 KJV And Aaron shall burn thereon sweet incense ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:7

Denomination: Pentecostal