This sermon from Apostle Allison Smith Conliff centers on the divine authority and healing power of Jesus Christ as depicted in the Gospel of Mark. The Apostle emphasizes that deliverance ministry is a biblical mandate, illustrating how Jesus liberated those possessed by spirits and restored the paralyzed through faith and compassion. Worshippers are encouraged to remain spiritually sensitive and flexible, ensuring that human traditions do not hinder the movement of the Holy Spirit. By sharing personal testimonies of financial blessing and modern-day miracles, the preacher argues that God remains active in transforming lives today. Ultimately, the text calls for believers to lead sanctified lives and exercise active faith to witness God's supernatural intervention.

Key Points:

The relationship between divine authority and spiritual deliverance is one of total dependence and empowerment, where deliverance is a direct manifestation of Christ’s supreme power.

According to the Apostle, the relationship is characterized by the following concepts:

• Christ as the Source of Authority: The Minister asserts that "Christ is the authority" and that every aspect of the service, from the leader to the worshippers, must function strictly "under his authority". This authority is not just theoretical; it was demonstrated by Jesus’ ability to command unclean spirits to obey him, a power that the Minister explains has been passed down to believers today.
• The Power to Command Spirits: Deliverance is defined as the active use of this divine authority. The Apostle highlights that Jesus operated with a type of authority that allowed him to "cast out devils" and bring those who were "mad" back to their right minds. The Apostle explains that the church has received this same power from Jesus to perform signs, wonders, and miracles.
• The Presence of Purity: Divine authority is linked to the presence of Jehovah, which inherently disrupts spiritual darkness. The Apostle explains that when "pure worship" and the "presence of purity" are established under God’s authority, demons become uncomfortable and are forced to manifest. It is the "power and the presence of Jehovah God" that initiates change and facilitates the removal of spirits.
• Flexibility and the Holy Spirit: For divine authority to result in deliverance, there must be "sensitivity to Holy Spirit". The Apostle teaches that while church programs can be fixed, they must remain flexible so that "no man must stand in God's way" or "hinder the move of God" when He intends to rescue His people.
• Multidimensional Power: The Apostle conveys divine authority as a comprehensive power that covers both the spiritual and physical realms. This includes the authority to forgive sins as well as the power to command physical healing and spiritual deliverance. The ability to tell a spirit to "be silent" and "come out" is seen as a demonstration of being "all powerful" in every dimension.
• Human Partnership: The ministry views itself as a partner with the God of heaven. Deliverance is seen as an opportunity for "surrendered vessels of honor" to showcase God’s power and fulfill His will on earth.

In summary, the sermon teaches spiritual deliverance as the practical application of Jesus' authority, executed through believers who remain sensitive to the Holy Spirit and maintain a "mind of Christ".

Rec. Date: 5th March, 2023