Authority and Power, Pt.1

Understanding the differenceNotes:1. If we’re not careful, we’ll spend our lives chasing what looks impressive instead of walking in what is effective.o Luke 10:19 (NKJV)
2. What is Power?3. Power: 1411. δύναμις dúnamis; to be able, capable, the factuality of the ability, not necessarily the accomplishment.4. What is Authority?5. Authority: 1849. ἐξουσία exousía; it is permissible, allowed. Permission, authority, right, liberty, power to do something - denies the presence of a hindrance6. Power is the ability to act, but authority is the right to act.7. The Danger of Having Power Without Authority8. Talent without submission9. Gifts without obedience10. Influence without coveringo Acts 19:13-16 (NLT)o Acts 3:10-16 (NLT)o John 5:19 (NKJV)11. Authority Comes from Proper Kingdom Alignment.12. Submission to God13. Submission to His Word14. Submission to His will with the people He has placed in/over your lifeo James 4:7 (NKJV)15. When you walk in authority…you don’t have to force power.16. Stay connected to God – Authority flows from relationship.17. Stay under God’s Word – Authority flows from truth.18. Stay submitted – Authority flows from alignment.Need Prayer? Send your prayer requests to:journeychurcheva.com/prayerTo give to Journey:journeychurcheva.com/give