Sermons on Human Authorities:

Getting Rid Of That Attitude About Government's Authority Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 2, 2004

hristians should generally take a positive, constructive approach toward government (and authority in general) rather than nurture a cynical, rebellious attitude. We need government, like it or not. It is not man’s idea, but God’s. We should try to be

Getting Rid of That Attitude About Government’s Authority (Romans 13:1-7) 1. It is easy to be negative about authority and government. 2. One of my favorite authors and theologians, John Piper, said this: One of the crucial issues before the Church in America today is: Shall we be American with a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Did We Get It? Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 2, 2016

To show how God gave us the Bible

Opening Illustration. Turn to 2 Peter 1:20-21 If you were here last week, you know we began this 4 part series entitled ‘Text’ (touch series logo, video runs with books/texting from last week). And last week we discussed why (touch Why? logo from last week that gives way to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Authority That Overcomes - Spiritual Warfare Part 2 Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) We have been at war but not in a war. Understanding the critical fight we are engaged in, and the stakes we are fighting for.

Spiritual Warfare (SW-02) Authority that Overcomes Matthew 28:18-19 We are standing in the face of the greatest confrontation mankind has ever known. I am further persuaded, that other than Calvary, we have entered the most intense concentration of that battle humanity has ever gone through. I do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: *other

What Is This? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' authority and power, and encourages believers to align their lives with His values, prioritizing love over knowledge.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together in His name, to open His Word, and to seek His wisdom. We are here, not because of any merit of our own, but because of the grace and mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is His love that draws us, His truth that guides ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Topics: Teaching, Authority

The Necessary Foundation Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 16, 2018

The analysis of the concept of submission in Ephesians 5:21 teaches us what God expects of his new society.

Scripture Today we are beginning a new sermon series in Ephesians 5:21-6:9 that I am calling, “Focus on the Family.” In our previous study (of Ephesians 5:18-21) we saw that Paul gave two commands, one negative and one positive. Paul wrote in Ephesians 5:18: “And do not get drunk with wine [that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Submission Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 16, 2022

Submission Series: Spiritual Practices Brad Bailey – Dec. 12, 2021

Submission Series: Spiritual Practices Brad Bailey – Dec. 12, 2021 Intro Now less than two weeks from Christmas... I want to welcome us into the wonder of how God came to us. It begins with the will of heaven... the good will being declared to earth... a world of defiant independence... like a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35-38, Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Watcher And The Wolf Man

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 10, 2008

The election is over....can we relax?

I blessed the Most High, and praised and honored the one who lives forever. For his sovereignty is an everlasting sovereignty, and his kingdom endures from generation to generation. 35 All the inhabitants of the earth are accounted as nothing, and he does what he wills with the host of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:4-37

Denomination: United Methodist

Our Authority In Christ - A Sermon On The Demonic Realm

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 19, 2019

Our culture seems fascinated by evil. As Christians we need to be aware of this. This sermon gives a biblical framework on the demonic. It also talks our authority in Jesus.

Today, our culture seems fascinated with death and vampires and witches and ghosts and horoscopes and clairvoyants and numerous other dark pathways to evil. It is disturbing because people feel they can control it. These kinds of choices have consequences and things like Demons are real and not to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:9, Isaiah 14:12-15, Ezekiel 28:12-15, James 2:19, Luke 4:41, Revelation 9:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 2:18, 1 Timothy 4:1-3, 2 Timothy 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Warfare: A Winnable War, Pt. 2

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Oct 11, 2008

If you are a Christian you also are in a battle everyday! And upon this battle depends your joy, overcoming sin, happiness in your marriage, and the well being of your children!

Ephesians 6:13-17 If you are a Christian you also are in a battle everyday! And upon this battle depends your joy, overcoming sin, happiness in your marriage, and the well being of your children! The problem: most Christians don’t realize this is a fact of life and too many of us are asleep in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Of All Flesh Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025

Throughout Scripture, God continually reveals Himself as the God of all flesh—a title that affirms His supreme authority over every living being, situation, and circumstance.

GOD OF ALL FLESH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 32:27 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:14, Luke 1:37, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2, Romans 4:17-21 INTRODUCTION: Throughout Scripture, God continually reveals Himself as the God of all flesh—a title that affirms His supreme authority over every ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wrong Way: The Way That Seems Right

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013

ALL THROUGH THE BIBLE ... THERE ARE STATEMENTS DESIGNED TO MAKE US AWARE OF POTENTIAL DANGER. One such warning is in Proverbs 14:12: "There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death."

ALL THROUGH THE BIBLE ... THERE ARE STATEMENTS DESIGNED TO MAKE US AWARE OF POTENTIAL DANGER. The Lord reveals to us those things; knowing what is best for us and what can hurt our relationship to Him. We are often informed of wrong choices, and told of the expected consequences. We need to be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12, 1 Samuel 15:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Renewal Of Baptism Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 12, 2021

The baptism of Jesus declares that Jesus’s full authority to save is rooted in his full union with humanity.

The Renewal of Baptism Jeffery Anselmi / General The Power of the Gospel / Baptism / Matthew 3:13–17 The baptism of Jesus declares that Jesus’s full authority to save is rooted in his full union with humanity. INTRODUCTION • Do you remember the sense of excitement and awe you felt when you first ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Opens Unusual Doors

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 8, 2025

God alone has the authority to open doors that defy human logic, limitations, opposition, and closed systems.

THE GOD WHO OPENS UNUSUAL DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:7-8 Key Verse: “These things saith he that is holy, he that is true… behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it.” — Revelation 3:7-8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 45:1-3; 1 Corinthians 16:9; Acts ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Faith Factor Series

Contributed by Sam Baker on Mar 25, 2012

It has always been at this point in people’s lives where faith seems to "fail" for them. For some unknown reason, they feel as if faith has "let them down" and not "done what it was suppose to do" for them.

The Faith Factor Part 5 : Having Authority in Faith It has always been at this point in people’s lives where faith seems to "fail" for them. For some unknown reason, they feel as if faith has "let them down" and not "done what it was suppose to do" for them. In this next message, we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Model Of Christian Minisry Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

How should power and authority be exercised and approached as a Christian

By Rev Heather Cetrangolo Paul began his letter to the Colossians emphasising the supremacy of Christ. In chapter 1 he told us that in him all things were created, “in heaven and on earth, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers.” (1:16) All ...read more

Denomination: Anglican