True Authority

TRUE AUTHORITY
02/02/2025; Luke 4:31-44; Richie Pendred; Christ Proclamation Church

Sermon Theme: Jesus displays His authority by proclaiming the good news, casting out demons, and healing the sick, ultimately pointing forward to His triumph over sin, disease, and the devil. Therefore, Christians should be in awe of Christ’s authority and confident of His victory when He returns in glory.

I. AUTHORITY IN MINISTRY – (Luke 4:31-44)
   A. Authority Over Scripture – (Luke 4:31-32;42-44)
   B. Authority Over Demons – (Luke 4:33-37;41)
      1. Demon’s Declaration – (vv.33-34;41a)
      2. Jesus’ Rebuke – (vv.35-37;41b)
   C. Authority Over Disease – (Luke 4:38-40)
      1. Disease Revealed – (vv.38;40a)
      2. Disease Rebuked – (vv.39;40b)

II. AUTHORITY FOREVER – (APPLICATION)
   A. Reality of Jesus’ Authority
      1. Authority Now
      2. Authority Forever
   B. Response to Jesus’ Authority
      1. In Awe of the King
      2. Confidence in the King