THE DISCIPLE LIFE

Lesson 13 - Spiritual Authority


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In this episode, we dive deep into the vital biblical principle of spiritual authority—a truth that shapes every part of our lives: the church, government, and family.


From the Garden of Eden to the teachings of Jesus Christ, authority has always originated with God. We’ll trace how mankind lost it through rebellion, how Christ restored it through obedience, and why our submission to God and His delegated leaders is essential for blessing, order, and protection.


📖 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why all authority is established by God (Genesis 1:28; Matthew 28:18).

• The blessing of submission and the danger of rebellion (Romans 5:19; Numbers 16).

• The role of pastors in watching for our souls (Hebrews 13:17).

• How to honor rulers and government as God’s servants (Romans 13:1–4; 1 Timothy 2:1–2).

• God’s order in the family—husbands, wives, and children walking in love and respect (Ephesians 5 & 6).

• Why staying “under the umbrella” of authority brings peace, protection, and God’s presence (Ephesians 5:21; Isaiah 57:15).


Through Scripture and real-life examples, this teaching reveals how rebellion always leads to loss, but submission leads to life, blessing, and revival.


🔑 Takeaway:

God’s design for authority isn’t about control—it’s about covering. When we humbly submit to God and those He places in our lives, we step into His divine order, His protection, and His blessing.

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THE DISCIPLE LIFEBy Cody D. Thrash