In the New Testament, Jesus is referred to as “the captain of our salvation,” “the head of the church,” “the King of kings, and Lord of lords,” and, “the Son of God.” Each of these appellations suggests supreme and absolute authority.

Jesus has authority in creation. All things were created by Him and for Him (Col. 1:17). Nothing exists or consists without the authority of Christ.

He has authority in revelation. Jesus is the source of the revelation of the New Covenant (Gal. 1:12). When the Holy Spirit revealed these things, He did not speak of Himself but of Jesus (John 15:26).

Jesus has authority in the church. He is the “head of the body, which is His church.” He is the King of His kingdom. He is the Shepherd of His sheepfold. As the body goes nowhere without the head, so the church goes nowhere without Jesus. Thus Paul writes, “Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord…” (Col. 3:17).