Introduction
Matthew 8Authority – the right to act or to command others to act.Isaiah 45:9We should respect God’s authority and be thankful that His laws are good for us.
Hebrews 10:30Deuteronomy 4:5-8 – God’s laws were for their good!Malachi 3:12Deuteronomy 10:12-13Acts 2:36-38 – Jesus has authority! He is Lord!I John 5:3 – Obedience is how we experience God’s love.Philippians 3:1II Timothy 3:16-17I should submit to God’s authority.But many reject God’s authority and turn to a different one.
Colossians 2:8-9, 20-23I John 3:4I John 2:4Matthew 7:21-23, 15, 20James 1:26Romans 1:21, 25, 29-31Others attempt to ignore the need for God’s authority.
Hebrews 7:12-14; 6:20; 8:5Deuteronomy 4:2; 12:32Proverbs 30:5-6 – Do not add to God’s words!Revelation 22:18-19