Authority of Jesus Christ
The right of Jesus Christ to speak and act on his Father’s behalf in forgiving sin, pronouncing judgment, and promising eternal life to those who believe in him.
Jesus Christ’s authority emphasizes his divine status
Jn 8:28
Also see: Jn 8:58; Jn 14:6; 1 Co 1:24; Col 2:10
The source of Jesus Christ’s authority
It is given by God the Father
Jn 3:35
Also see: Mt 28:18; Lk 10:22; Jn 5:26–27; Jn 7:16; Jn 10:18; Jn 12:49–50; Jn 17:2
It is limited by the Father
Mk 10:40
Also see: Mt 24:36; Php 2:6–8
It is examined by others
Mt 12:24–28
Also see: Mt 21:23–27; Jn 2:18
The authority of Jesus Christ is witnessed in his works
Jesus has authority over nature
Mt 8:23–27; Mt 14:22–33; Mt 21:18–22
Jesus has authority over sin
Mt 9:1–8; Lk 7:37–38; Lk 7:44–50
Jesus has authority over sickness
Mt 8:14–15; Mt 20:29–34; Ac 3:16; Ac 4:30
Jesus has authority over evil
Mk 1:23–27; Lk 10:17
Jesus has authority over death
Mt 9:18–25; Mt 28:1–7; Lk 7:11–16; Jn 11:38–44
The authority of Jesus Christ is seen in his teaching
Jesus Christ claims authority for his own words
Lk 4:18
Also see: Mt 5:21–22; Mt 5:27–28; Mt 12:41–42; Mt 17:5; Mk 2:5; Mk 2:10; Mk 8:38; Mk 10:15 The use of the phrase “I tell you the truth” emphasizes Jesus Christ’s authority; Mk 13:26; Mk 13:31; Jn 4:24–26; Jn 6:63; Jn 7:15–18; Jn 12:48–50; Jn 13:13; Jn 14:6 The “I am” sayings in John’s Gospel emphasize the divine nature of Jesus Christ’s authority; Jn 15:3
Jesus’ authority is recognized by others
Mt 7:28–29
Also see: Mt 22:33; Mt 22:46; Mk 1:22; Mk 1:27
Jesus’ authority is questioned and opposed by others
Mt 26:65–68; Lk 4:28–30
Jesus Christ delegates his authority to others
His followers preach in his name
Mt 10:7; Mt 28:18–20
Jesus’ followers continue his works
Mt 10:1; Mt 10:8; Mk 3:15; Mk 6:13; Mk 16:17–18; Lk 10:1–12; Jn 14:12; Ac 3:6; Ac 3:16
Jesus’ followers pronounce his forgiveness and judgment
Mt 18:18; Mk 6:11; Lk 22:28–30; Jn 20:22–23; 1 Co 6:2–3
The results of Jesus Christ’s authority
Jesus receives honour and glory
Jn 5:22–23
Also see: Jn 11:4; Jn 17:5
Jesus arouses amazement
Mt 9:33; Mt 12:23
Jesus is opposed
Mt 12:14
Jesus is feared
Lk 8:37
Jesus’ disciples are opposed
Ac 16:16–24
The authority of the exalted Christ
Jesus is Lord
Eph 1:20; Php 2:9–11; Col 3:1; 1 Pe 3:22; Re 3:21
Jesus is Lord of creation
Col 1:16–17
Jesus is Lord of the church
Eph 1:22; Eph 5:23; Col 1:18
Jesus is judge
Ac 10:42; Ac 17:31
Jesus is Saviour
Jn 3:15; Jn 14:3; Col 1:19–20; Tt 2:13; Heb 7:24–25; Heb 9:28
Jesus is intercessor
Ro 8:34; Heb 7:25; Heb 9:24; 1 Jn 2:1
Lord Jesus, I believe you are the son of God, and you died for my sins and rose again from the dead, I trust you for cleansing and forgiveness, and you have received me as a Child of God. If there is any resentment or unforgiveness for anyone, I lay it at your feet and ask you to forgive me. I ask your forgiveness for being involved in other religions, witchcraft, or the occult seeking other gods. I acknowledge this as sin and loose myself right now in Jesus name. And now, Lord Jesus, I come to and yield my body, mind, and spirit to you. I give you my all. Come into my heart and be my personal Saviour. I surrender my tongue to you to be an instrument of righteousness to worship you in a new language. By faith, I receive it now, Lord in Jesus name. Amen.