Sermons on Spiritual Authority:

The Dangers Of Presumption

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

It is not wise to presume to use the authority of Jesus without knowing you are in His will

Why It Is Not a Good Idea to Presume to Use the Name of Jesus Without His Authority (Acts 19:13-17) 1. Why do you suppose that some people try to get things accomplished for Jesus without the backing of His authority? Many people, consciously or unconsciously, presume to do seemingly good things ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Have Seen The Flowers Fade

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jan 27, 2003

The Word of God will stand for Ever, For He is the author and finisher of our faith.

I Have Seen the Flowers Fade H.H.M. 01-26-02 Pastor Jim Parisi I was studying this week and asking the Lord a question. With all that is happening in the world today.. What is our part? Mat 24:4- 7 4 And Jesus answered and said to them: "Take heed that no one deceives you. 5 For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-7, Isaiah 40:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Here Comes The Judge Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

UNJUST RULERS WILL HAVE TO ANSWER TO THE SUPREME JUDGE WHO IS THE FINAL AUTHORITY

BIG IDEA: UNJUST RULERS WILL HAVE TO ANSWER TO THE SUPREME JUDGE WHO IS THE FINAL AUTHORITY (:1) INTRODUCTION -- CALL TO ORDER IN THE COURTROOM the Judge is God Himself (in the midst of His own congregation) the unjust rulers and unjust judges are the subjects of judgment I. (:2-4) CASE AGAINST ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 82:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can We Trust The Map? Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

An introduction to Luke considering the trustworthiness of the author, the sources of information, the process of writing

Luke – Can we trust the Map? I don’t know how many of you watch the show Survivor. I know – many of you are thinking – that is garbage. It is all about greed and money. And I’ll grant that it is. But I love to watch, it because I learn a lot about people from it. It is amazing how different ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Majestic Is Your God

Contributed by Ed Lucas on Aug 31, 2001

Giving God full supreme authority and power in all of your life.

How Majestic Is Your God? Psalm 8 INTRODUCTION For the next couple of months we will be taking a special journey. We will be traveling through the book of Psalms. Each week, with the exception of Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, we will engulf ourselves in the words of the psalmist. Psalms is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

8 Ways To Obtain Favor Pt.3

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 20, 2006

If God and His word and His men in authority are ignored there will be no friut and no favor!

8 Ways to Obtain Favor Pt.3 Text: Isaiah 1:18-20 Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the LORD, “ Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool. 19 If you are willing and obedient, You shall ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Five Important Questions About Speaking In Tongues

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 12, 2006

This sermon addresses the big picture of the issue of speaking in tongues. The author is not a Pentecostal.

Q1: What is the speaking in tongues that Paul is discussing here? - In Acts, the gift of tongues was the gift of being able to speak in a foreign language. The disciples were miraculously given the ability to communicate in languages that they didn’t understand. This was a mighty sign for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

Start At The Top Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2006

A study on the difference between power and authority and the importance of understanding it in our families

1. Title: Start At The Top 2. Text: Matthew 8:5-13; Matthew 9:2-8; Matthew 21:23-27; Mark 1:22; Luke 7:1-10; John 19:8-11; Rom 13:1-4; 2 Corinthians 10:8, 13:10 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, April 23, 2006, First in the series “Family Made For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sound Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Feb 21, 2009

The sound of Heaven is the sound of worship and the sound of recognizing the authority and glory of God.

n The sound of heaven is always a sound of joy, celebration and thanksgiving because it is there that you are truly in the presence of the Lord. n In many lives today, the common sound is the sound of complaining, the sound of confusion, the sound of despair or the sound of frustration. n We need ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Must I Do? Obey God Rather Than Men Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 8, 2013

Lordship requires our allegiance be first and foremost to the authority and call of God.

WHAT MUST I DO? OBEY GOD RATHER THAN MEN ACTS 5:17-32 “Peter and the other apostles replied: "We must obey God rather than men!”(Acts 5:29) Big Idea: Lordship requires our allegiance be first and foremost to the authority and call of God. ACTS 5:17-32 17 Then the high priest and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Nazarene

Obey God Rather Than Man

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Sep 15, 2024

Be subject to authorities but obey God rather than man where there is a conflict.

Who are you, whom do you serve? I pray you are a Christian, a Christ follower, and a Child of God. Who do you say you are? Children of God obey the laws of this earthly world AND the law that established all earthly rules, God’s Law. Humans are subject to appointed and divine powers. Man is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1, Daniel 2:21, Daniel 4:17, Acts 5:29

Denomination: Other

Sermon On Inspirational Teachings

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 19, 2024

One of the many definitions of teaching is said to be ideas or principles taught by an authority.

Henry Brooks Adams, an American historian once remarked: "A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops." Titus 2:7-8 reminds us: “Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, James 3:1, Psalm 32:8, Colossians 3:16

Learning To Dance Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 15, 2020

In this intro to the book of Galatians, Paul addresses his authority and the grace that changes everything.

I Can’t Dance This may shock you but…I can’t dance. I do dance but just not well. I’m stiff, have very little rhythm, and most of the time look like I’m having some sort of fit. My father tells the story that my mother was one of the best dancers he ever knew. Sadly, I did not inherit any ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Challenged In The Temple Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 23, 2018

As Jesus entered the Temple for the second time during Passion Week, He immediately met opposition. The chief priests, scribes, and elders had conspired against Him. As we strive to serve the Lord, the enemy will bring opposition against us too.

Challenged at the Temple Mark 11: 27-33 Our text today continues to follow Jesus through what is commonly referred to as Passion Week. He had triumphantly entered Jerusalem and returned the next day to cleanse the temple. Again, for the third day in a row, Jesus had returned to Jerusalem and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:27-33

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Sermon 25 the Essential Authority Power To Meet The World’s Desperate Needs John 5:1–16 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 24, 2022

through this healing miracle, Jesus was claiming to have supreme authority over the Sabbath

JOHN SERIES SERMON 25 The Essential Authority Power to Meet the World’s Desperate Needs John 5:1–16 (5:1–47) DIVISION OVERVIEW: Jesus, Authority: Chapter 5 reveals Jesus to be the Authority over all of life. He is due the same worship, obedience, and service as God; for He is equal with God (Jn. ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist