Sermons on Worldly Governments:

The Powers That Be

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 5, 2012

What is the Christian’s relationship to government, and why does God make a big deal out of their authority in this passage?

The Powers that Be Romans 13:1-7 http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/120905pm.mp3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html In chapter 13, we look at our relationship with government and all ordained authority over us. ’the powers that be’ in v. 1 is a direct reference to all authority God has allowed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Limits On The Authority Of The State Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 16, 2011

Exploring the limits of government authority through study of God’s Word.

“Pilate said to [Jesus], ‘You will not speak to me? Do you not know that I have authority to release you and authority to crucify you?’ Jesus answered him, ‘You would have no authority over me at all unless it had been given you from above. Therefore he who delivered me over to you has the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Authority Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 23, 2011

Who has authority for faith and practise? The state? The Word? The message explores the continuing tension between government and church.

“Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.” Throughout their long history as a people of faith, Baptists have consistently opposed any diminution of the rights of the individual to seek ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Slow Death With Only One Cure

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 28, 2011

This woman had no hope until she seen Jesus from a distance and said "If I may touch his clothes, I shall be whole"

Mark 5:25 And a certain woman, which had an issue of blood twelve years, 26 And had suffered many things of many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse, 27 When she had heard of Jesus, came in the press behind, and touched his garment. 28 For she ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian’s Obligations Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 11, 2011

Much has changed in the past 10 years since our country was attacked. Some feel that the increased role of government in our lives has been too much. As Christians, what are our obligations to the civil authorities as well as to those whom we live in th

Our Obligations as Christians The Christians’ Obligations to the Powers that Be We should Submit to them The Christians’ Obligations to the People by Me We should Love them Video Slide Good morning. It is hard to believe that it has been 10 years since America was attacked by terrorists on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spiritual Discipline Of Christian Submission Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 29, 2015

A sermon examining the importance of submission in the Christian Life.

The Spiritual Discipline Of Christian Submission I Peter 2:13-20 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ Roger Staubach, led the Dallas Cowboys to the World Championship in 1971. But he faced a great struggle that year. Staubach said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Serving Through Submission Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

Jesus saved me through His submission so that I can serve Him through my submission

ENGAGE/TENSION This morning I’m going to preach on a section of Scripture that I don’t particularly like. And my guess is that if most of you are completely honest, you don’t like it either. That’s because it flies in the face of our natural tendencies. Submission is not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ In The Old Testament: He Rules!

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Nov 2, 2018

The Lamb of God Is also the Lion Of Judah!

Jesus Christ in the Old Testament: He Rules! Isaiah 9.6-7 Introduction: No one can afford the price of war. One website reports 64 nations are currently involved in armed conflicts. When and how will they end? We want peace, but not at the expense of justice. Jesus was born during a time of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

#2 - When God Cganges Your Plans Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Mar 16, 2016

God sometimes changes our plans, and not always the way we think He should.

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> THIS SERMON AVAILABLE WITH POWERPOINT IN RESOURCE DOWNLOAD! This sermon (and several hundred others) are available for download. > Microsoft Word > Most with handouts More info: www.sermonsubscribe.com or darrellstetler2@gmail.com >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Lu 19:28 After ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus, Elephant And Donkeys

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Sep 2, 2013

What's are Christians to do in a politically obsessed nation? That's what we'll cover in this lesson: Jesus, Elephants and Donkeys.

There’s been a lot talk the last couple of weeks about the health care bill that was signed into law today and how it will doom our country. Many of my friends have written passionate pleas for the people of this country to rise up in opposition against this president, his policies, and the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: *other

Authorities Distinguished Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 19, 2021

The plot was to twist Jesus' words in order to accuse Him. To accomplish this trickery Jewish authorities, attempt to implicate Jesus in rebellion against the Roman Government.

LUKE 20: 20-26 [JESUS’ LAST WEEK SERIES] AUTHORITIES DISTINGUISHED [Roman 13:1–7] The leaders now step back from personally trying to discredit the popular teacher. They hire spies to do their dirty work hoping to catch Jesus off guard as the spies’ act interested and innocent. Christ though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Priority Of Constructing Prayers Of Leaders And Peace

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Sep 3, 2020

The holy scriptures instruct that the administration of the church’s role on earth begin with prayer. This is not just a general call to pray and worship, but it is a calling to pray for the health, blessing and functioning of our country.

The Priority of Constructing Prayers of Leaders and Peace The holy scriptures instruct that the administration of the church’s role on earth begin with prayer. This is not just a general call to pray and worship, but it is a calling to pray for the health, blessing and functioning of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1, 1 Timothy 2:2, 1 Timothy 2:1-2

Evil Kings Gone (2 Kings 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 21, 2025

Will evil national leaders eventually lose out? Can we wait on the Lord? Let's look at 2 Kings 9.

Do we trust in human political leaders or God? Will God eventually put a permanent end to evil human governments? Let’s look at 2 Kings 9. How did Jehu become anointed as the tenth king of Israel? Elisha the prophet called one of the sons of the prophets, and said to him, “Put your belt on your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Trust?

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 25, 2025

God is in control, even when the world seems out of control. Kings, Presidents, and Prime Ministers can’t fix everything. Legislation can’t make people ethical. Psalm 146 makes that clear: “Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save.”

We live in a broken world. What can we do about it? We could anxiously obsess over all the turmoil and moral decay, or rest in God. Worry is fretting over things we can’t control. Prayer is taking our concerns to the One who can change things. God is in control, even when the world seems out ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Death And Taxes

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Aug 14, 2023

Jesus was questioned about taxes paid to Rome

Death and Taxes Mark 12:13-27 In 1789, Benjamin Franklin said, “Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency. …but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Is that statement true; nothing is certain except death and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational