Sermons on The Authority Of God:

David's Cave (1 Samuel 24)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 20, 2025

Should we show respect for even corrupt authority? Let's look at 1 Samuel 24.

Should we show respect for authority even when it is corrupt? Did God work things out for David even though he too was very flawed? Let’s begin in 1 Samuel 24. Did David have an opportunity to kill Saul while hiding in a cave? When Saul had returned from following the Philistines, he was told, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

There Is One Lord Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Apr 17, 2023

What if you had a boss that demanded that you check in with him every ten minutes, no matter what? What if he required it even if you were in the middle of other important work?

Alba 4-16-2023 THERE IS ONE LORD Ephesians 4:5 This morning's message is entitled “There Is One Lord” from Ephesians chapter four, verse four. What if you had a boss that demanded that you check in with him every ten minutes, no matter what? What if he required it even if you were in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:5, Romans 10:9, Matthew 7:21-23, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Silence The Ignorant Talk Of Foolish Men Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2009

Our text tells us how to silence the ignorant talk of foolish people. 1- Submit to authority 2- Live as servants 3- Show proper respect 4- Love the believers

INTRO.- Ignorant talk. There is a lot of that going around. Much of it is in Hollywood. Here is some ignorant talk from foolish people. - JODIE FOSTER: "I absolutely love religions and the rituals. Even though I don’t believe in God." - BILLY JOEL: "I wasn’t raised Catholic, but I used to go ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Helping Others Find Freedom

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Helping Others Find Freedom

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Helping Others Find Freedom 10:1-2, 17-24 I am convinced that the greatest tool of Satan in the western, industrialized world is the covert nature of his work. Satan works within the commonly accepted worldview of any culture. So in the western world where we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Helping Others Find Freedom

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Helping Others Find Freedom

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Helping Others Find Freedom Luke 10:1-2, 17-24 I am convinced that the greatest tool of Satan in the western, industrialized world is the covert nature of his work. Satan works within the commonly accepted worldview of any culture. So in the western world ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Get Up!"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 31, 2011

A sermon about Jesus' authority.

Matthew 9:1-8 “Get Up!” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.org Authority has gotten bad press in much of the world. In many of our minds it goes together with nasty ideas like “oppression” and “human ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

I Am Barabbas

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 13, 2023

Recap of last message of Triumphal Entry • We looked at Matthews account of the Triumphal Entry, and • Zechariah’s prophesy of the coming Messiah found in Zechariah 9:9

The setting free of Barabbas is found in all 4 Gospels. We’ll look @ Matthew’s account beginning in verse 15 of chapter 27. Read Matthew 27:15-26 -show video of I am Barabbas- Powerful video huh? Shaye showed me that after he came back from VN. Gave me chills! I’d like us to look at two verses ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15

Lessons From Peter's Life: Lesson 4: Peter Denies Jesus

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 11, 2008

Sometimes the most effective way to learn is from the mistakes of others.

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Lessons From Peter’s Life Dr. Elmer L. Towns Lesson 4: Peter Denies Jesus February 10, 2008 A. INTRODUCTION:MATTHEW 26:33-35, 69-75 1. Jesus warned that some followers would deny Him. “Smite the shepherd, and the sheep . . . will flee” (v. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:33-75

Denomination: Baptist

Who's In Control Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 25, 2009

We as humans have a hard time giving up control of anything, but in order to find the abundant life Jesus offers, we must cede authority of our lives to Him, even if that means going into choppy waters.

We began last time by looking at Jesus as He came down from giving the Sermon on the Mount. He begins to demonstrate that it isn’t all talk—that He really is the coming King and controls His creation, both the visible and invisible. We see Him first approached by two people who really have no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-34

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Bound To Be Set Free

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Dec 14, 2009

This message gives a clear and concise position that will open our eyes that we may realize that to be beaten and bound is only for the purpose of pushing us foreward into our place of purpose. Purpose Got You In It but Praise Will Get You Out.

6 Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of hGalatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in 1Asia. 7 After they had come to Mysia, they tried to go into Bithynia, but the 2Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If Scripture Is Inspired...

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 29, 2010

Paul revealed to Timothy that Scripture is a gift of God’s inspiration. What Christian tenets arise from the gift of God’s inspiration? If “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God,” then We must Believe...

If SCRIPTURE is INSPIRED... VBS Theme verse: 2Tim. 3:16a--“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God...” 2Pet. 1:20-21—“knowing this first, that no prophecy of Scripture is of any private interpretation, for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

'i Know My Rights!'

Contributed by C Vincent on Oct 25, 2009

The right of Paul as a citizen, and our rights as citizens of heaven.

‘I Know My Rights!’ JCC 25.10.09 pm Acts 22 Jewish nationalism was on the rise Paul had to prove the integrity of his Jewishness The Jerusalem church is providing an effective indigenous witness within its culture Modern Gentile Christians opposed Jewish Christians’ keeping the law yet ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go Thy Way: Mark 2-When Jesus Healed A Paralytic Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 24, 2020

There were four men carrying a fifth friend, who was very sick. They couldn't get to Jesus directly, so what did they do instead?

Introduction: Jesus loved people. Many times in the Gospels we can read that He healed someone, performed a miracle, preached, taught, or in some way or another was involved with people. Certainly, He seldom went or stayed where He wasn’t wanted, or if the place didn’t accept Him. The events in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

If You Love Me Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Aug 18, 2023

Loving Jesus means obeying His commandments, and we are empowered to do so with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something super important: loving Jesus and obeying His commands. I know, I know, it sounds kinda boring, but trust me, it's going to be great. So, let's dive in! I want to focus on one main idea: loving Jesus. This means obeying His commands, even ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Topics: Discipline, Authority, Submission, Conformity

The Christian And The Human Family

Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 30, 2007

“Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities.” That’s easy for Paul to say. He didn’t have to deal with a tax-and-spend President, who doesn’t seem to be able to make up his mind. The President smiles nicely but is confused about foreign po

THE CHRISTIAN AND THE HUMAN FAMILY Romans 13:1-7 Introduction “Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities.” That’s easy for Paul to say. He didn’t have to deal with a tax-and-spend President, who doesn’t seem to be able to make up his mind. The President smiles nicely but is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist