EPISODE · Jan 26, 2025 · 39 MIN
Courageous Faith Part 4 - Archie Callahan
from Bridge Church Virginia Beach · host Bridge Church Media
January 26, 2025Series: Courageous FaithSermon: The Great CommissionScripture: Matthew 28:18-20 NIV“Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.””INTRODUCTION: The church has been empowered by the Holy Spirit to go make disciples of all nations. Jesus has all authority...Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.-Matthew 28:18Jesus has given us authority...What is authority (Exousia)?Authority is the right or privilege to exercise influence or control. It implies a recognized position or role that grants ability to influence or direct others. “He replied, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.”-Luke 10:18-19 NIV“Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness.”-Matthew 10:1 NIVJesus has given us power...What is power (Dunamis)?Power is the ability or capacity to do something, often emphasizing strength, might, or miraculous abilities. It is the ability to enact authority or to perform actions. “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.””Acts 1:8 NIVConclusion: Not only has Jesus given us power but he has given us the authority to function in the power of the Holy Spirit. “He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.””-Mark 16:15-18 NIV ★ Support this podcast ★
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January 26, 2025Series: Courageous FaithSermon: The Great CommissionScripture: Matthew 28:18-20 NIV“Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.””INTRODUCTION: The church has been empowered by the Holy Spirit to go make disciples of all nations. Jesus has all authority...Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.-Matthew 28:18Jesus has given us authority...What is authority (Exousia)?Authority is the right or privilege to exercise influence or control. It implies a recognized position or role that grants ability to influence or direct others. “He replied, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.”-Luke 10:18-19 NIV“Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness.”-Matthew 10:1 NIVJesus has given us power...What is power (Dunamis)?Power is the ability or capacity to do something, often emphasizing strength, might, or miraculous abilities. It is the ability to enact authority or to perform actions. “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.””Acts 1:8 NIVConclusion: Not only has Jesus given us power but he has given us the authority to function in the power of the Holy Spirit. “He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.””-Mark 16:15-18 NIV ★ Support this podcast ★
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