Christ's Authority

Horatius Bonar emphasizes the significance of Christ as the Holy One, the True One, and the possessor of the Key of David in his sermon. He explains that Christ's holiness and truth are foundational to His character, and that He holds the keys to various aspects of life, including the house, castle,

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that the culmination of God's purpose in the eternal governance of the world is revealed in the book of Revelation, which serves as the final summation of all ages, encompassing creation, redemption, and perdition. He highlights that the ultimate issue is the purpose of G

J.C. Ryle emphasizes the significance of the Great Commission, where Jesus commands His disciples to spread the Gospel to all nations, highlighting the authority given to Christ and the necessity of public confession of faith through baptism. He addresses the doubts of the disciples and the importan

David Wilkerson emphasizes that Christ is still King over all nations and nature, despite the apparent chaos and rejection of His authority in society and the Church. He highlights the alarming trend of Christians and churches turning away from Christ's lordship and relying on worldly wisdom instead

J.R. Miller emphasizes the significance of Jesus' teachings about His kingdom, particularly in light of His resurrection, which affirmed His divine authority. He highlights that Jesus, having all authority in heaven and earth, commissions His disciples to make disciples of all nations, a task that m

John Nelson Darby emphasizes the significance of Christ's character as it relates to the conditions of the seven churches, particularly highlighting His attributes of judgment and authority. In Smyrna, He is presented as 'The first and the last, which was dead, and is alive,' offering comfort amidst

David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus as the rightful king over our lives, despite the chaos and rejection of His authority in society and even within the church. He reminds us that true peace and abundant life come from submitting to Christ's lordship, which dispels fear, g

T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the spiritual significance of Jesus' trial and crucifixion, asserting that this pivotal 'hour' reveals Christ's true nature and authority. He challenges the Jewish rulers and exposes their moral corruption, demonstrating that despite their apparent power, they are judged

Horatius Bonar preaches on Revelation 1:13-16, emphasizing the majestic glory of the Son of Man, who stands in the midst of the seven churches. He describes Christ's royal and priestly attire, symbolizing His authority and service, and highlights His purity, power, and penetrating gaze. Bonar illust

Erlo Stegen emphasizes the absolute power of Christ and the necessity of confessing sins as a true Christian. He reflects on the doubts of the disciples even after witnessing the resurrected Jesus, highlighting that their doubt was in His authority and power. Stegen urges believers to recognize that

Charles Alexander preaches about the nearing climax of the Lord's coming, emphasizing His identity and purpose as He moves towards Calvary. The story of the woman caught in adultery showcases Christ's authority over the law and His divine forgiveness, revealing the deeper spiritual interpretation of

C.I. Scofield preaches on the authority and power of Jesus Christ as demonstrated in Mark 1:21-34. He emphasizes how Jesus taught with original, divine authority, contrasting it with the traditional teachings of the scribes. The sermon also highlights the inherent divine power of Christ in casting o

David Servant delves into the story of the Temple tax, highlighting how Jesus, as the Son of the King of all creation, was exempt from paying a tax on a house that belonged to God, reaffirming His divine identity. Despite not having the responsibility to pay the tax, Jesus chose not to offend the ta

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on four unveilings of the heart of God that Jesus revealed to his disciples the night before his crucifixion. The first unveiling is Jesus' deep love for his disciples, even knowing that his hour had come to depart from the world. The second unveiling is the betra

Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the significance of Jesus' authority in clearing the temple and the Jews' persistent demand for a sign, emphasizing that God gives no sign to those who refuse to believe. Jesus refers to his body as a temple, highlighting the indwelling of God within him, a concept ex

Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the story of the poor demoniac, illustrating the intense malice of devils, the unmatched power of Christ, and the deep-seated wickedness of man. The demons' cruelty towards the man led him to a desolate and tormented existence, reflecting the spiritual state they desi

Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the Pharisees' unjust accusations against Jesus and his disciples for plucking corn on the Sabbath, highlighting how malice will always find fault with the people of God. Jesus defends his disciples with wisdom, using examples from David's life and the priests' wor

George Warnock preaches about the Messianic prophecy in Psalms 110:1, emphasizing how Christ currently reigns over the earth from the throne of God, subduing His enemies under His feet. Despite the presence of many enemies of God in the world, Christ's authority and power are complete and eternal, a

G.H. Lang preaches about the consciousness of two worlds within man, the disorder in both the outer and inner worlds, and the inability of man to bring order to his life. He contrasts the unique life of Jesus Christ, who lived a completely disorder-free life and had authority over physical, moral, a

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and submitting to the authority of Christ. He states that although many people in the world may not recognize it, there will come a day when everyone will bow to Christ and confess that he is Lord. The preacher also highlights t

John Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of living with great diligence as we will be held accountable for our words and actions before the Judgment-seat of Christ. He highlights the fear of facing a fearful tribunal after this life and the need to remember the final judgment. Chrysostom explains t

Thomas Watson preaches on the importance of kissing the Son, Jesus Christ, as a sign of adoration, subjection, and love. He emphasizes the futility of opposing Christ, highlighting that all power is given by Him and that those who resist Him will face His wrath. Watson explains that kissing the Son

This sermon delves into Ephesians chapter 1, emphasizing the richness of its content and the significance of understanding the power and authority given to believers through Christ. It highlights the unity between Christ as the Head and the Church as His body, emphasizing the exalted human nature of

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the authority of Jesus Christ and the program he has set in motion to spread the gospel, bring in his elect, benefit the church, and judge the world. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus has all authority to carry out this program and gives two commands to his disc

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Psalm 110 and the authority of Jesus Christ at God's right hand. The psalm begins with the words of God the Father at the coronation of Jesus, declaring him to sit at His right hand until His enemies are made His footstool. The speaker emphasizes the unique aut