INTRODUCTION:
We must preach the word (2 Tim. 4:2).
We must teach with authority (Mt. 7:28-29; Tit. 2:5).
ALL AUTHORITY ORIGINATES FROM THE FATHER.
Governmental authority (Rm. 13:8, 4)
Religious authority (Mt. 21:23, 25)
WHERE DID JESUS GET HIS AUTHORITY?
Establishing the authority of Jesus
Jesus claimed all authority (Mt. 28:18).
Direct statements from the Father (Mt. 3:17; 17:5; Jn. 10:33-36; 2 Pet. 1:17-18)
Statements from inspired writers (1 Tim. 6:15; Rev. 17:14)
Because Jesus has all authority, His word is authoritative (Jn. 3:27; 7:16; 12:48-49; Lk.6:46; Mt. 7:29).
HOW DID JESUS TRANSMIT HIS AUTHORITATIVE MESSAGE FROM HEAVEN?
Jesus sent His message to the apostles and prophets through the Holy Spirit (Jn. 14:26; 16:13-15).
The apostle and prophets were inspired by the Holy Spirit (2 Pet. 1:21; 2 Tim. 3:16; 1 Cor. 14:37; 2 Tim. 4:2).
ESSENTIAL APPLICATIONS:
We must abide in Christ’s word (Jn. 8:31-32).
Our message must be Bible-centered or it carries no authority.
We must handle His word with respect (Mt. 22:29; 2 Tim. 2:15; Ps. 119:160; Eph. 4:15).
CONCLUSION:
Our message is divinely powerful (Rm. 1:16).
Our faith must rest its power (1 Cor. 2:4-5).