AUTHORITY (10 Words to Heal Our Broken World Series)

Ideas Have Consequences

This powerful word has been so redefined and repeatedly abused that many Christians shy away at the mention of it. Yet, authority can bring about incredibly positive change when exercised in proper obedience to God's original intentions. In this episode, we delve into the true, biblical meaning of authority, exploring how Jesus entrusts each of us with different forms of it.

We'll challenge the idea that authority is inherently oppressive or self-serving, showing instead how Christ models a selfless, accountable form of leadership. Authority, in its purest form, isn’t about power concentrated in governments or rulers who stray from God’s purposes—it's about serving others with integrity and humility.

Join us as we define and unpack the biblical understanding of authority and discover how, as Christians, we can faithfully live out the roles of authority entrusted to us.

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1. AUTHORITY (10 Words to Heal Our Broken World Series) (00:00:00)

2. Restoring True Authority Through Words (00:00:03)

3. True Authority (00:07:36)

4. The Purpose and Practice of Authority (00:20:42)

5. Understanding True vs. False Authority (00:35:12)

6. Biblical Perspectives on Authority and Submission (00:45:01)

7. Delegated Authority in Modern Politics (00:53:07)

8. Practicing Authority in Everyday Life (01:06:13)