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  • Ronnie Miller avatar

    The Authority Of Jesus Luke 20

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jan 11, 2013
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     | 9,363 views

    Remember it was Passover week the temple and the streets were full and Jesus had just caused a great disturbance the day before by cleaning out the temple by turning over tables and calling the money changers and those who bought and sold inside the templ

    Luke 20….The Authority Of Jesus We have seen the triumphant entry of our Lord in presenting Himself as the king of kings. The Jews were looking for a political leader to save them from the Roman Empire but, were getting the Saviour of world. ***************** We’ve seen Jesus as He cleaned the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christians & Politics

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,558 views

    God states in Romans 13 the picture of Government, our responsibilities and obligations.

    In the course of any given week we can hear of stories of corruption. It becomes most distressing when it is from elected officials, for we know that is was our money. From this past week: In Romans 13, the Apostle Paul, a Roman citizen by birth, is writing to a church located in the very capital ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Authority Thing: Choice Or Coercion? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,321 views

    To the Jewish people, the Greatest men of the Old Testament were Moses, David, and Elijah, and they expected the Messiah to be like all three of these men in some ways. Jesus proved Himself greater than them all.

    The Authority Thing: Choice or Coercion? (Mark 1:21-34) Intro 1. Every quarter in our bulletins we have an insert from Voice of the Martyrs. 2. Today’s insert is about Li Dexian. Let me read part of it: Pastor Li Dexian has been beaten so hard by Chinese government officials that he coughed ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Serving In Captivity Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 6, 2021
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     | 6,490 views

    What would we do if our country ever came under siege by a foreign nation that did not believe in God? How could we practice our faith, and how could we live according to biblical principles?

    I have entitled our message this morning “Serving in Captivity,” as we’ll be examining the events surrounding the Babylonian captivity of 587 B.C. What would we, as believers, do if our country ever came under siege by a foreign nation that did not believe in God or His Son, Jesus Christ? How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Snyder avatar

    His Word Possessed Authority

    Contributed by James Snyder on Mar 26, 2013
     | 6,467 views

    God's word is not dormant but alive and powerful to the pulling down of strongholds in our life.

    We live in a power-hungry culture. Whether it is religious, political, business, sports or entertainment people are hungry for power at whatever cost. The definition of power… A: general (1): ability to act or produce an effect (2): ability to get extra-base hits (like a power hitter) (3): ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Who Kicked Jesus Out Of Politics? Theocracy And Democracy.

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jul 17, 2016
     | 4,924 views

    Today the neglect of the Bible and of God in society is evident. The separation of Church and state was originally designed to protect both Church and state, but is now used to subjugate any influence of God in politics?

    WHO KICKED JESUS OUT OF POLITICS? Theocracy and Democracy. DEMOCRACY We get what we ask for, but for Australia it seems we don’t really know what that is. Australia voted and it seems no-one really likes any particular party. The common definition of democracy is “government of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Federal Control - A Christian Reaction

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Apr 10, 2015
     | 4,382 views

    People have willingly allowed the government to gain influence and control over almost every facet of their lives, just because of their need to believe in the existence of a higher power who offers them succor and security.

    Federal Control –a Christian’s Reaction. Illustration The young missionary arrived early in the morning at a native village where he was to share the word of God through an interpreter. The fellowship meeting would not take place until the next day so the missionary was given time to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Study Of “authority” Series

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 20, 2015
     | 3,058 views

    The Study Of “Authority”

    The Study Of “Authority” John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. We must have standards and authorities in all the affairs of life. If we do not, then we have much confusion. Every nation has a government ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Difference Between Authority And Power Series

    Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 9, 2019
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     | 29,966 views

    Understanding power and authority and the difference between the two will cause your prayer life and ministry to become more effective.

    Difference between power and authority. The KJV USES POWER AND AUTHORITY INTERCHANGEABLY AND THIS CAN BE MISLEADING. They are two different words in the Greek with two different meanings. 1. Power and authority are two different things 2. Power and authority, to be effective and legitimate, have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When God's People Are Stuck With Ungodly Government Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 10, 2018
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     | 9,426 views

    1. Keep embracing the truth (Acts 24:22-25). 2. Keep helping people escape the tragedy (Acts 24:25-27). 3. Keep expanding your trust in God (Acts 24:27-25:12).

    When God's People Are Stuck with Ungodly Government The Book of Acts - Part 83 Acts 24:22-25:12 (Read Acts 24:22-27) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 17, 2015 BACKGROUND: *Back in Acts 21, the Apostle Paul arrived in Jerusalem to worship the Lord and deliver a generous love ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Sense Of Suffering Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 2,529 views

    God is the unseen factor for the world. They will never understand our behavior when we live to God.

    William Jackson was a slave in the home of Confederate president Jefferson Davis during the Civil War. It turns out he was also a spy for the Union Army, providing key secrets to the North about the Confederacy. Jackson was Davis' house servant and personal coachman. He learned high-level ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Respect And Obey God’s Delegated Authority (How Christian Ought To Behave Continue)

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 22, 2022
     | 4,228 views

    What does obedience to God’s delegated authority look like? How can we be a good example for the world to see? How can we live peaceable with all men especially those in authority? Paul devotes an entire chapter to the subject of respect for authority.

    Sermon – Respect and Obey God’s Delegated Authority (How Christian ought to Behave) Romans 13: 1-10, “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God. 2 So anyone who rebels against authority is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Blessings Of Praying For Our Authorities

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,848 views

    With tears in his eyes, Lincoln responded, “You are the very first person who has ever come into my office asking not, expecting not, but rather bringing me a gift of prayer. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

    Benefit Yourself By Praying for Your Authorities (I Tim 2:1,2) There is a general skepticism about authorities in our world today. But the Bible makes it clear that it is our obligation to pray for those who are in authority over us so that we live peaceful and quiet lives. Failue to pray for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Jesus: Authority Over The Sabbath Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,938 views

    This message examines the implications of Jesus’ confrontation with the Pharisees over the Sabbath.

    casual reader of the Bible can find evidence to prove just about any point they want to make within the pages of Scripture. It is in these types of readings that many of the idols or golden calves that are found in the modern church are born. Wait a minute…there are not any idols in the modern ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Seeking The Power And Taking Authority

    Contributed by James May on Apr 15, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,894 views

    We need the empowerment of the Holy Ghost before we can take authority over the devil.

    Seeking the Power and Taking Authority Pastor Jim May We live in an age when everyone wants to be empowered. Every segment of our society, every little group of dissidents and every club or organization wants to have the power to control its own destiny. Men and women want the power to just be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible