Sermons on Respect Authority:

Always Be Prepared

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 4, 2023

Are you ready to meet Jesus? In this narrative the author tells us that a spiritual relationship to Jesus is key!

Always be Prepared John 11:55-12:11? Rev. Dr. Michael Koplitz John 11:55 Now the Passover of the Jews was near, and many went up to Jerusalem out of the country before the Passover bo purify themselves. 56 So they were seeking for Jesus, and were saying to one another as they stood in the ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Stay United In Spirit

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Jan 16, 2022

Spiritual unity and the Gospel of Jesus Christ have the power and authority to bind us together in peace.

Father God, we honor your holy name and are thankful for your presence in our life. Please help us wait patiently and follow your lead as your plan for spiritual unity unfolds. Lord, we pray for the strength to forgive, the patience to be understanding, and the courage to be steadfast in your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Other

The God Who Commands The Wind Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025

God has the authority to control every storm and wind, bringing peace and calm in every situation.

THE GOD WHO COMMANDS THE WIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:39 “And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 107:29, Job 37:12, Isaiah 43:2, Luke 8:24, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Exemption By The Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 5, 2025

The name of Jesus is God’s seal of authority that exempts believers from danger, destruction, and defeat.

EXEMPTION BY THE NAME OF JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:9-11 Key Verse: “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Declares You Unstoppable Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 9, 2025

God exercises His sovereign authority to pronounce a believer unstoppable in purpose, destiny, and divine assignment.

THE GOD WHO DECLARES YOU UNSTOPPABLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 54:17 Key Verse: “No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Only Say The Word PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power and authority of God's Word, urging believers to trust and apply it in their lives.

Grace and peace to each of you, my brothers and sisters in Christ. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of the Lord. We are here to seek His face, to hear His Word, and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. For God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Topics: God Speaks, It Is Done

The Great Dilemma

Contributed by Hans Krause on Nov 1, 2018

Does our faith permit us to disobey the government or to evade taxes? Are Romans 13 and Acts 5 incompatible? How can we sincerely and creatively live as citizens of two kingdoms? What is the underlying principle that governs our choices?

[Sermon preached on 4 November 2018, 24th Sunday after Pentecost / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Some years ago, we needed to get a little home renovation done. I asked someone for a quotation. When he had given me the price, he added: “That’s without a receipt. If you want a receipt, I will have to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, Matthew 17:24-27, Acts 5:29

Denomination: Lutheran

24 - On Submission Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 4, 2021

This is the 24th of 30 Studies on the Book of Romans and talks about the importance of us being submissive to government authorities, rules and regulations.

Romans 13:1-3 1Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. 2 Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment on themselves. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14, Genesis 2:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Prison Of God's Promotion

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 25, 2020

Your restriction, though onerous, may be God's means of bringing glory to His Name through promoting you. This becomes obvious through a study of Joseph's trials and promotion as God worked in his life.

“Joseph’s master took him and put him into the prison, the place where the king’s prisoners were confined, and he was there in prison. But the LORD was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison. And the keeper of the prison put Joseph in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Anointing Still Speaks Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 24, 2025

The story of Elisha’s final days and posthumous miracle reveals that the anointing of God is eternal and powerful, regardless of human condition or death.

THE ANOINTING STILL SPEAKS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 13:14-21 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:4; Psalm 92:10; 2 Timothy 1:6; Romans 11:29; Acts 19:11-12 INTRODUCTION: The closing days of Elisha’s life were marked by prophetic activity and supernatural legacy. Even on his deathbed, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Journey Towards Transformation: The Damascus Road (Newly Update 3/23/24) Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 25, 2016

In a moment, Paul was transformed, where the confronter became the confronted. The hunter became the hunted. The accuser was now the accused. And while he thought he had the authority, in that moment he found himself powerless when he heard the true voice of authority.

A Journey Towards Transformation?“The Damascus Road” Acts 9:1-19 Thinking about this whole idea that we’ll be exploring in our Easter message, “God Will Make a Way,” the concept of the various roads that both Jesus and His disciples took up to and following His resurrection came to mind. We’ll ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Foursquare

Who Is The Antichrist? Paul, And Conclusions (Final In Series) Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on May 25, 2015

The apostle Paul's comments about the coming man of sin jive perfectly with Daniel's, Jesus', and John's. One would expect this in a Book that proclaims itself to be the Word of God. One author in Heaven speaking His truths through many authors on earth.

7. PAUL: II THESSALONIANS 2 Did Paul ever deal with the question of the antichrist? Most assuredly. And as one might expect, this passage, II Thessalonians 2, has been abused quite a bit through the years. Let’s look at the first 12 verses. In the first place, Paul meant in no way to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Journey Towards Transformation: "The Damascus Road” Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 1, 2024

In a moment, Paul was transformed, where the confronter became the confronted. The hunter became the hunted. The accuser was now the accused. And while he thought he had the authority, in that moment he found himself powerless when he heard the true voice of authority.

A Journey Towards Transformation?“The Damascus Road” Acts 9:1-19 Thinking about this whole idea that we’ll be exploring in our Easter message, “God Will Make a Way,” the concept of the various roads that both Jesus and His disciples took up to and following His resurrection came to mind. We’ll ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Foursquare

Dethroning Witchcraft Manipulation In Marriage

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 22, 2025

Witchcraft manipulation in marriage seeks to control, divide, and destroy the divine covenant between husband and wife, but through the power of Christ, every manipulation can be dethroned and divine harmony restored.

DETHRONING WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION IN MARRIAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 3:1 Key Verse: “O foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth…?” — Galatians 3:1 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Genesis 3:1-6, 1 Samuel 15:23, Ephesians 5:22–33, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Contempt For The Angels Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 9, 2026

Jude delivers a full on assault against those who wear the livery of the Faith while denying the authority the Lord has instituted for mankind.

“Yet in like manner these people also, relying on their dreams, defile the flesh, reject authority, and blaspheme the glorious ones. But when the archangel Michael, contending with the devil, was disputing about the body of Moses, he did not presume to pronounce a blasphemous judgment, but said, ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-9

Denomination: Baptist