Sermons on Sovereign Authority:

Exousia (The Authority Of Jesus) Series

Contributed by Stephen Weatherby on Aug 16, 2021

Examining the authority of Jesus, by which the disciples were sent into the world to make disciples

Good morning! Last week I spoke from John 6, and we went through the story of Jesus walking on water after the feeding of the 5000. We spoke about being aligned with God’s will, and the continual need that we have both as the church and as individuals to make sure that we are realigning ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul's Authority

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Feb 2, 2021

This sermon was the first one of a series on the book of Ephesians. It unpacks the first two verses. Specifically Paul's authority to write the letter, and the value of the specific recipients of the letter (i.e., who Paul would refer to as "Saints)."

Good morning. We are beginning a new series on the book of Ephesians called The Church in Christ and the Church in Culture. In case you are not familiar with the book of Ephesians, it is actually a letter that the apostle Paul wrote to the church that he founded in the ancient city of Ephesus. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

We Have It On Good Authority

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 15, 2021

We must come to grips with the authority of Christ and live accordingly.

Title: We have it on good authority! Text: Mark 1:21-28 Thesis: We must come to grips with the authority of Christ and live accordingly. Introduction Babe Ruth was the great home run hitter for the New York Yankees baseball team. During one particular at-bat, the umpire, called Ruth out on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Gave You This Authority?

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 4, 2023

The masterful answers of the Master.

WHO GAVE YOU THIS AUTHORITY? Luke 20:1-26. 1. The authority of Jesus questioned (Luke 20:1-8). This conversation follows hard on the heels of Jesus’ cleansing of the Temple (Luke 19:45-48) “Who gave you this authority?” demanded the Temple authorities, and the leaders of the people (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Authority

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 29, 2023

Did Paul just go about his missionary work without checking with others in the broader church to make sure that his message was orthodox?

The letter to the churches in Galatia describes a problem that still exists today, how they had fallen backwards from the grace of the Gospel into outward works of the law like circumcision. Thus, the theme of Galatians is justification by faith in Christ’s death and resurrection apart from the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Apostolic Testimony And The Authority Of Scripture.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 4, 2022

At the back of Peter’s apostolic testimony to the transfiguration of our Lord lies the foundational authority of the Old Testament Scriptures

THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY AND THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE. 2 Peter 1:16-21. I). THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY. 2 Peter 1:16-18. Peter had a genuine pastoral concern for the purity of the church after his own death, literally his “exodus” (2 Peter 1:14-15). The Apostle wrote his second letter against ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Accountability To The Next Level Of Authority

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 26, 2019

Many decisions that we must make in our lives are based on our accountability to someone. No matter how much we like to think we are own our own, the fact remains, we must give account to someone.

ACCOUNTABILITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL OF AUTHORITY I. INTRODUCTION: As a teacher, I must enforce the rules of the school. Not always do I enjoy this portion of my job. In fact, this responsibility is often a dreaded one. We are teachers who often must perform in the role of a patrol officer. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:12, 2 Corinthians 5:10, 2 Corinthians 11:1-3, Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kingdom And Chaos - Honoring Authority

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 21, 2019

God places people in authority. Most leaders have pure motives and are leading sincerely.

Kingdom and Chaos Honoring Authority March 24, 2017 1 Samuel 24:1-7 NIV After Saul returned from pursuing the Philistines, he was told, "David is in the Desert of En Gedi." 2 So Saul took three thousand chosen men from all Israel and set out to look for David and his men near the Crags ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, 1 Timothy 5:19-20, Hebrews 13:17, Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Samuel 24:12, 2 Samuel 23:14-16, Ephesians 4:30-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foundations Of The Faith: The Authority Of Scripture

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017

The world and unfortunately the Chuirch is wandering away from the authority of Scripture. The Word of God must be at the forefront of our Christian experience today.

FOUNDATIONS OF THE FAITH: THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE 2 TIMOTHY 3:1-17 I WANT TO CONTINUE MY SERIES ON THE FOUNDATIONS OF OUR FAITH TODAY, BY LOOKING AT THE AUTHORITY AND INSPIRATION OF THE SCRIPTURES. TODAY WE LIVE IN A TIME OF GREAT CRISIS. FAMILIES ARE BEING DECIMATED BY DIVORCE, SUICIDE RATES ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

His Word Possessed Authority

Contributed by James Snyder on Mar 26, 2013

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

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Are You Set "Under Authority"?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 19, 2016

Most Christians truly want to live the kind of life that Jesus requires but often find it difficult to do so. Why? They don't understand what it means to be in submission? This is something Jesus understood and we need to also.

Are You “Set Under Authority”? We know that Jesus operated in faith. He had complete trust in who he was as God’s Son and he knew that all of the resources of Heaven were available to him. If we have the same life in us that Jesus has in him, then why do we not have complete ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Commissioned With Authority Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 13, 2017

Do you have authority against the forces of this world?

“I Am Commissioned with Authority” Series: Identity: Becoming Who We Are June 4, 2017 – Brad Bailey Intro Let me ask you to consider this question: Do you have authority against the forces of this world? That is the question we dare ask as we continue our focus this season in identity… on how God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-4, Luke 10:8-9, Luke 10:17-21, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reason We Submit To Authority Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 15, 2021

Obedience that originates from this kind of fear of penalty is not true obedience. That is the reason why the apostle Paul exhorts us in Romans 13:5, that our obedience must stem from our conscience and not because we fear the consequences of disobedience.

The Reason We Submit to Authority In Romans 13:5 we read, “We must obey therefore, not only in order to escape punishment, but also for conscience' sake.” (WNT) All of us are familiar with the principle that if we don’t obey rules and submit to those in authority, we will get punished, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:5

Denomination: Other

The Inerrancy Of Scripture: Truth And Authority Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 15, 2024

We delve into the foundational truth of the inerrancy of Scripture, exploring its significance as the ultimate source of truth and authority for our lives. As we journey through God's Word, may our hearts be open to receive the transformative power of His truth.

The Inerrancy of Scripture: Truth and Authority Introduction: Today, we delve into the foundational truth of the inerrancy of Scripture, exploring its significance as the ultimate source of truth and authority for our lives. As we journey through God's Word, may our hearts be open to receive ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 19:7-8, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Preacher's Authority Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 4, 2021

1) The Authority of the Word (Titus 2:15a), 2) The Authority to Exhort (Titus 2:15b) and 3) The Authority to Rebuke (Titus 2:15c). Using the word of God, it is the command to hear, believe and obey God.

Titus 2:15. 15 Declare these things; exhort and rebuke with all authority. Let no one disregard you. (ESV) When I grew up in Toronto, I attended the Catholic Church, went to Catholic schools and participated in Catholic service originations. I sought to be faithful to what I thought God desired. I ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:15

Denomination: Other