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Tag Archives: Authority
“Teacher, we know you are truthful and don’t care what anyone thinks, nor do you show partiality but teach the way of God truthfully” ~Religious elites to Jesus
Am I trying to trap Jesus? Do I have some trick questions for Him? Do I scour the scriptures to …
“Governors as sent by God for the punishment of evildoers and the praise of those who do right.” ~Apostle Peter
God is clear. I must recognize that authority comes from God. This is a foundational principle. I am challenged by …
“I will ask you one question; then answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these things.” ~Jesus
Jesus has a question for me. Actually, He has a lot of them. When He asks them, I am compelled …
“Say the word, and my servant will be healed.” ~Roman Centurion
What does faith look like? How can I know how to grab ahold of it and have more of it …
“All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth.” ~Jesus
Jesus is clear. Jesus gives us power and authority. We are the ambassadors of Jesus here on earth. We speak …
“You shall not curse God, nor curse a ruler of your people.” ~Moses
We honor and respect our governing authorities because they exist by the very will of God. Such respect must be …
“Give, then, to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” ~Jesus
God is clear. I must recognize that authority comes from God. This is a foundational principle. I am challenged by …
Does Jesus have authority over sin?
I miss God’s goal for my life (aka sin). I sin. I need forgiveness. I need a pardon. Jesus stands …
“First, let me ask you a question.” ~Jesus
Jesus likes to ask questions. Jesus wants an answer. Jesus doesn’t answer to me. I answer to Jesus. I need …
Is God’s country here already? What should I do?
We keep looking. We think, someday we will go to heaven. We hold out hope. We trust in lots of …
Are rulers God’s servants to do good and restrain evil?
God is clear. I must recognize that authority comes from God. This is a foundational principle. I am challenged by …
“And to my slave, ‘Do this!’ and he does it.” ~Roman Centurion to Jesus
The Centurion understood authority. He had slaves. Slaves do what they are told. Do I get this? Do I do …
“Your throne is God’s throne, ever and always; the scepter of your royal rule measures right living.” ~King David
Jesus is King of God’s country. Jesus will rule forever and ever. There is no end to His authority. Jesus …
Holy Tuesday is a busy day
Holy Tuesday is a busy day. Many chapters of the Gospels are devoted to it.(Matthew 21:23—23:39; Mark 11:27—12:44; Luke 20:1—21:4). Here is …
What are examples of Jesus as a prophet who speaks with authority?
I must recognize that Jesus is the Messiah and the prophet of God. Jesus speaks to me with authority. The …
“Here is your king.” ~Pilate about Jesus
Pilate gets it right. Jesus is King. God has anointed Him, as the Messiah, as King of God’s country. Most …
Does Jesus have authority over nature?
The authority of Jesus is stunning. Since He created everything, everything obeys Him. I am in awe. I am amazed. …
Are believers given authority by Jesus the Messiah?
Jesus is clear. Jesus gives us power and authority. We are the ambassadors of Jesus here on earth. We speak …
Should we respect authority?
We honor and respect our governing authorities because they exist by the very will of God. Such respect must be …
Are human authorities instituted and established by God?
God is clear. I must recognize that authority comes from God. This is a foundational principle. I am challenged by …
Do I have joy because of the victory and deliverance that Jesus gives me?
Jesus teaches us the great joy that there is in victory and deliverance. There is a threefold joy here: the …
“To this you were called, because the Messiah suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.” ~Apostle Peter
I am to show respect to everyone. It starts with the fear of God. It continues with love of my …
“First let me ask you a question. Answer my question and then I’ll present my credentials.” ~Jesus
The religious elites and leaders have it in for Jesus. They are going to try and trap Jesus. Do I …
“If I cast out demons by the Spirit of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.” ~Jesus
Is Jesus my Master? Am I His slave? Does Jesus own me? Jesus is the King, anointed by the Holy …
“And when Jesus finished these sayings, the crowds were astonished at his teaching, for he was teaching them as one who had authority, and not as their religious elitist leaders.” ~Apostle Matthew
Jesus wrapped up His Manifesto (Matthew 5 – 7). The teaching is over. What He has said is amazing. The …
Preeminence of Jesus – Does He have it over his enemies?
Jesus is first in my life. Jesus is preeminent. Jesus comes before anything else. Let it be so! The word preeminence is …
“Good leadership is a channel of water controlled by God; He directs it to whatever ends He chooses.” ~King Solomon
God is God. God is in control. I don’t get that some days. What about that jerk that is …
Authority — Without it sin is Unrestrained
According to the Bible, human and governmental authority ought to be submitted to and respected. This is a hard teaching …
Authority of Jesus — It is Questioned
The authority of Jesus is questioned by others: Am I questioning that Jesus has the authority from God? I need …
“But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father alone.” ~Jesus
God is God. No one else is. God alone is in control. God is Great and God is Good. I …
“In Jesus you have been made complete, and He is the head over all rule and authority.” ~Apostle Paul
What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment and promising …
Self-control — It Affects the Whole Person Including Physical Self-control
Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. It is physical and emotional self-mastery, particularly in situations of intense provocation or temptation. It …
“What you believed could happen has happened.” ~Jesus
Jesus challenges me. Jesus wants me to believe. When I do, Jesus is loving, kind and faithful. Jesus wants to …
The authority of Jesus — It is limited by the Father
What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment and promising …
Authority of Jesus the Messiah — Jesus’ authority underlines his divine status
What gives Jesus the right to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment and promising …
Κύριε Ἰησοῦ Χριστέ, Υἱέ τοῦ Θεοῦ, ἐλέησόν με τὸν ἁμαρτωλόν
Κύριε Ἰησοῦ Χριστέ, Υἱέ τοῦ Θεοῦ, ἐλέησόν με τὸν ἁμαρτωλόν Translated: “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on …
“Nor will I tell you by what authority I do these things.” ~Jesus
Holy Tuesday is is a busy day. Many chapters of the Gospels are devoted to it.(Matthew 21:23—23:39; Mark 11:27—12:44; Luke 20:1—21:4). Here …
“My authority comes directly from Jesus the Messiah and God the Father, who raised him from the dead.” ~Apostle Paul
I live and work in a world where authority comes from a vote or an appointment. I see, every day, …
“Your authority is connected to the mission.” ~Bill Johnson
Bill Johnson teaches how our mission is to carry a spirit of breakthrough into the world. Watch full sermon on …
“What a huge harvest! How few workers! On your knees and pray for harvest hands!” ~Jesus
Jesus was on a mission. He wanted everyone to hear the good news (aka the Gospel). He wouldn’t stop until …
“You haven’t a shred of authority over me except what has been given you from heaven.” ~Jesus
Pontius Pilate was the fifth prefect of the Roman province of Judaea from AD 26–36. He served under Emperor Tiberius. Essentially he was a Governor in the Roman empire. …
“Then neither will I answer your question.” ~Jesus
It is stunning and kicks my rear end, but Jesus doesn’t have to answer my questions. Jesus is the Son …
“Does it sound like we’re patting ourselves on the back, insisting on our credentials, asserting our authority?” ~Apostle Paul
Recommendations. Endorsements. Credentials. References. Likes. The way of this world. Is this God’s way? It is definitely not. Should I …
Is Jesus a respectable religious leader? A Mr. Rogers with a beard?
Is Jesus a respectable religious leader? Jesus is not interested in being a “respectable religious leader”. He is not Mr. …
“I came with the authority of my Father, and you either dismiss me or avoid me.” ~~Jesus
With Jesus I am faced with a choice. Will I dismiss Jesus? I can. I shouldn’t. Will I avoid Jesus? …
“I’ve come to start a fire on this earth! I’ve come to change everything, turn everything right side up!” ~Jesus
Jesus is radical. Jesus is the ultimate change agent. Jesus is the ultimate disruptor. Jesus upsets relationships. Jesus doesn’t make …
“Be a good citizen.” ~Apostle Paul
I am a citizen of the country of God. Jesus is in charge. Jesus is my absolute ruler. The United …
"The one who rejects you, rejects me." ~Jesus
Jesus has given me His authority. I am His ambassador to His world (Kingdom) here on earth. I fully represent Jesus. If this …
“Is Jesus Christ more and more dominating every interest of my life?” ~Oswald Chambers
Is Jesus, the Messiah, dominating more today than the day before? Is Jesus dominating every interest in my life? Is …
"Quiet! Get out of him!" ~~Jesus to the demons in a man
Jesus has authority over everything. To the demons He says “Get out” and they do. They know who Jesus is. …
“Mortals make elaborate plans, but God has the last word.” ~King Solomon
I love to plan. It is a passion of mine. It is comforting to me. It provides me the illusion …
“Don’t you know me?” ~Jesus
Wow, after all that time. Imagine what Phillip has seen Jesus do firsthand. How the words of our Lord must have …
"Beat it, Satan!" ~~Jesus
Jesus understands Satan’s approach. Three times Satan tempts him. Jesus quotes God’s word and then uses his authority to send …
The Digital Ministry: A Manifesto
Jesus has a mission for us. He commissioned us. He commanded us to do it. He demands we pay attention. …
“A wise heart takes orders; an empty head will come unglued.” ~~King Solomon
We live in a world where we must respond to others and take orders. We have bosses, police, parents, teachers …
It is so true — Jesus Rocks
We know it is true. Jesus rocks. He is amazing. His love for us can’t be compared to anyone …
"Tell me your name." ~~Jesus to the demons in a man
God is great. Nothing is impossible for Him. Jesus shows us how great God is and what a good mood …
“I’ve been given it all by my Father!” ~~Jesus
Oh my goodness. Jesus has everything. It is a great gift from His Father. All authority, power, love. Everything!! Nothing …
The resurrected Jesus is in charge of everything, forever!
Who is Jesus? The very Son of God who, as man, died for us and is now resurrected. But in …
“The great triumph is not in your authority over evil, but in God’s authority over you and presence with you.” ~Jesus
Some days we get excited about the wrong thing. What matters is God’s complete rule in our life. What mattes …
