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  • Michael Koplitz avatar

    Religious Authority

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 24, 2022
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    Jesus demonstrated that the religious authorities did not have the authority to create laws for the people which violated God's Torah.

    Religious Authority John 5:1-18 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 5:1 After these things there was aa feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. John 5:2 Now there is in Jerusalem by athe sheep gate a pool, which is called bin 1Hebrew 2Bethesda, having five porticoes. 3 In these lay a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Final Authority

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 15, 2022
     | 1,723 views

    What do you know?

    THE FINAL AUTHORITY (MARK 1:21-45) It is said that George Whitefield at one time dined with Lady Huntington: an unconverted brother of his was present. During the dinner hour, Mr. Whitefield and Lady Huntington had a religious conversation. Such was the nature of it that this brother's ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Our Authority Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 17, 2021
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     | 3,907 views

    Adam was able to exercise this power over creation with the word of his mouth, until the day he disobeyed the command of God. The day Adam and Eve disobeyed, they lost this authority that God had bestowed on them.

    Psalm 91 - Study 32 - Our Authority We read in Psalm 91:13, “You will have power to trample on lions and poisonous snakes.” (ERV) Our studies on Psalm 91 hitherto have described in detail the protection that is available to those who have made the Lord their refuge and dwelling place. Psalm 91 ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Authority And Respect

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jul 16, 2019
     | 3,625 views

    Respect authority as instituted by God. Consider not the humanity of a person in authority but the divinity working through him

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *AUTHORITY AND RESPECT* 1 Corinthians 11:2-3 King James Version (KJV) 2 Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered them to you. 3 But I would have you know, that the head of every ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Authority Acknowledged

    Contributed by Leonard Davis on Mar 1, 2016
     | 5,240 views

    Why did God create mankind and establish a relationship with man? Why did God speak through prophets, through angels, and why did He send Jesus?

    AUTHORITY ACKNOWLEDGED John 2:1-16 People are curious about many things. Some are trivial and others are quite profound. Many questions we raise do not have clearly defined answers and we often wind up with a multitude of opinions that are likely to be in conflict. Many of life’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Authority In The Name Series

    Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 23, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,524 views

    We have power and authority through the Name of Jesus

    Title: The Name of Jesus – 3 “Authority in the Name” Text: Mark 16:17-19 Last week we started a series on the Name of Jesus. I am just going to do a quick review of what we learned last week before we get into this message this morning. In the first message we set the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus With Authority

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 27, 2024
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    The authority of Jesus was questioned by the religious leaders. Jesus did not his source of authority to those wicked inquirers. But Bible reveals that his authority is unquestionable.

    Text: Matthew 21:23-27 Theme: Challenge of Jesus’ Authority Introduction: The authority of Jesus was questioned while he was teaching in the Temple in Jerusalem, as reported in all three synoptic gospels: Matthew 21:23–27, Mark 11:27–33 and Luke 20:1–8. During the time of Jesus, chief priests, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Authority Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 24, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,617 views

    The conclusion to the series

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Today is the conclusion to our study on the Sermon on the Mount. Over the last several months (36 individual sermons), we have covered some of the most powerful words ever spoken. They are the words of our Lord and ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Under Authority

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 29, 2022
     | 1,243 views

    What we perhaps don’t realize is that Christians are also under authority, civilians enlisted in the same cause, fighting evil and promoting the good.

    I was watching an old Humphrey Bogart movie the other night, called Action in the North Atlantic. It was about the merchant marine in WWII, not about the navy. I was particularly interested because my brother Jeremy up in Alaska was in the merchant marine. And then I got even more interested, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Submit To Authorities Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2022
     | 1,584 views

    One thing that is clear in his thinking and interpretation of Paul regarding authority is that Subjects are subjected to the laws and regulations of the authorities. The authorities are subjected to the laws and regulations of God.

    Romans 13:01-07 Submission to Authorities 1. World Authorities (Romans 13:1-3) St. Paul wrote that no governing authority exists without the establishment of God. The days of Paul were witnessed by the kingdoms, emperors, armies, and rulers. He would like to approve that those kingdoms and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Unstoppable Authority Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025
     | 509 views

    Authority is not merely about shouting loud or displaying boldness—it is a divine backing to enforce God’s will on earth.

    UNSTOPPABLE AUTHORITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:19 Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:18, Mark 16:17-18, Acts 3:6-8, Philippians 2:9-11, Ephesians 1:19-23 INTRODUCTION: Authority is not merely about shouting loud or displaying boldness—it is a divine backing to enforce God’s will on ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Authority Is Not The Issue

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 19, 2024
     | 2,072 views

    The Body of Christ has spiritual authority in this world. So, why aren'tr more of us walking in it? Why aren’t more of us demonstrating it for the kingdom? This message looks at three reasons.

    Good evening. You are the blessed of the Lord. The message tonight is something I have been thinking about for quite a while. What I am going to share tonight dovetails into what Pastor taught Sunday morning. I’m going to use the phrase “no excuses” in terms of where we are in our relationship ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Authority Of The Believer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,886 views

    This sermon explores the authority given to believers by Christ, encouraging them to rely on God's power to accomplish things beyond their own abilities.

    Good morning, family! It's a joy to be with you all today. We're here to talk about something incredibly important—something that can change your life and the way you live your faith. It's all about authority. Now, I don't mean the kind of authority that comes with a badge or a title. I'm talking ...read more

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    The Ultimate Authority PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,132 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' authority and power over chaos and evil, emphasizing our reliance on God's grace throughout our Christian journey.

    Beloved friends, it is a joy to gather once again in the house of the Lord. We find ourselves here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are drawn together by the love of Christ, bound by the fellowship of faith, and driven by the desire to know and understand the Word of God more ...read more

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    Respect Authority PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,297 views

    Explores our relationships with rulers, neighbors, and our Redeemer, emphasizing the importance of respect, love, and conscious submission in these relationships.

    Good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in this sacred place we call our spiritual home? A place where we can lay down our burdens, where we can find comfort in fellowship, and where we can grow in our understanding of God’s Word. Today, we are going to open up ...read more

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