Sermons on Kingdom Authority:

Speaking With Authority

Contributed by William Mouser on Jan 31, 2006

Jesus’ words and works demonstrate that he has God’s authority to speak and to act, the same as -- and greater than -- the Old Testament Prophets and Kings.

Psalm 111, Deuteronomy 18:15-20, 1 Corinthians 8:1b-13, Mark 1:21-28 Speaking with Authority Today’s Gospel lesson shows us a remarkable fulfillment of a prophecy contained in the lesson appointed for today from the Old Testament. Mark does not directly link the two passages, but it is virtually ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

God's Authority

Contributed by Michael Galloway on Oct 2, 2005

Sermon about the authority of God, and why it is important we abide by it.

God’s Authority 1. Intro. A. Story B. Religious World C. Mt. 28:18 And Jesus came and spoke to them saying, All Authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth. Means All authority has been given to Christ D. Col. 3:17 And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Value Authority Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 14, 2005

Christian parents need to model and teach what it means to respect authority.

The Bible makes it clear that showing respect for authority is to be a priority for the child of God. "Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Consequently, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Authority Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Nathan Eyland on Feb 17, 2005

Jesus is lord of his church through the Scriptures

What is Scripture? What are our scriptures? Wordnet from Princeton Uni defines Scriptures as ‘any writing that is regarded as sacred by a religious group’. Scripture is the religious writings that help form the basis of a religious group. For Christianity scripture (or the scriptures) is the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Steven W on Mar 15, 2005

What must we know about the Authority of Christ? How does the Authority of Christ apply to us? Is the Authority of Christ important to my Christian life? Find out and be inspired.

The Authority of Christ Question: What must we know about the Authority of Christ? Question: How does the Authority of Christ apply to us? Question: Is the Authority of Christ important to my Christian life? These are some of the questions that we will attempt to answer from today’s message. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

By Whose Authority Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 24, 2003

What is the 1st commandment about? I used Dr. Laura’s Book on the 10 Commandments for a Jewish perspective on this series.

INTRODUCTION • How many of you have seen the epic, The Ten Commandments with Charlton Heston? What a great classic. I really believe that Moses looks like Charlton Heston!  • What are the Ten Commandments? Are they a set of archaic rules that were meant for people a few thousand years ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Authority Of Love Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jan 26, 2003

The authority of Jesus and all of his would-be followers is rooted in love.

Sermon for 4 Epiphany Yr B, 2/02/2003 Based on I Cor 8:1-13 & Mk 1:21-28 “The Authority of Love” By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Authority and love; the authority of love; that is a common thread woven into our second lesson and gospel today. In our world, authority and love continue to be ...read more

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

Denomination: Lutheran

Responsibility And Authority

Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Aug 26, 2002

An examination of the words of Jesus and Peter as set forth in the Gospel. A brief explanation of the Office of the Keys and Confession.

August 25, 2002 – Matthew 16:13-20 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Confirmation is going to be starting in just about a week. We’re going to have at least four of our young people in the class, three starting their first year and one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The Authority Of The Believer

Contributed by Paul Vincent on Oct 18, 2000

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I. INTRODUCTION: A. AS I STUDY THE WORD OF GOD, ESPECIALLY THE NEW TESTAMENT IT BECOMES CLEAR TO ME THAT GOD DESIRES FOR US TO HAVE AUTHORITY FROM HIM, AND FOR US TO USE THAT AUTHORITY AS THE HOLY SPIRIT LEADS US. 1. Mark 16:15-20 2. 2 Corinthians 2:1-5 } Go to and read each passage 3. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-39, Matthew 10:1-7

The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Quintin Marrow on Oct 18, 2000

Text Summary: In his narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Son of God, and, as such, that He alone possesses the authority of God the Father.

Text Summary: In his narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Son of God, and, as such, that He alone possesses the authority of God the Father. INTERPRETATION: Jesus’ authority is demonstrated: 1) In His teaching (vv. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

The Governing Authorities

Contributed by Shane Williams on Oct 18, 2000

How should we act toward those who rule over us?

Over the past couple years, most of us have heard, read, and watched a lot about our president. There are many things we see going on in our executive branch that have never happened before. Whether it is lying, felonies, or adultery, there are a lot of things we disagree with that the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-2, 1 Peter 2:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Respect For Authority Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

We respect earthly authorities out of our love for God

Respect for Authority 1 Peter 2:13-17 Today we are going to talk about respect for earthly authority. Who are some earthly authorities? The President, Governor, Police Officers, Military Officers, etc... God’s word give us direction for our relationship with these authority figures. We are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Authority Of Faith

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Aug 31, 2007

Getting believers to understand that through faith they can receive practically anything they need from God.

AUTHORITY OF FAITH HEB. 11 – The great Faith Chapter Tremendous importance placed on faith  Elders obtained by faith,  By faith Abel offered a more excellent sacrifice,  It’s impossible to please God without faith, etc. Looking at the closing verses of Chapter 10, one can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Final Authority? Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jan 29, 2008

Every person in America believes that they are the final authority on who Jesus is, period. Our downfall? When one is the final authority, all others must be sidelined.

In high school I was on the track team – I was a sprinter. Our coach would make us sprinters run long distance as well as run sprints for practice. We hated running long distance, it was so boring, it was so tedious, we felt it was against our nature. But still we had to run a three mile loop that ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Author Of Life Series

Contributed by Chris Clay on Feb 1, 2008

This sermon describes how that God is the author of all life.

God of Wonders The Author of Life Genesis 1:31 Introduction: “Top Ten Ways to Know You Need to Study Genesis”: 10. The kids are asking you too many questions about your unusual bedtime Bible story: “Noah the Shepherd Boy and His Ark of Many Colors.” 9. You keep falling ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:31

Denomination: Baptist