Tri-Annual Singing!
June 20, 2026
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Category: Authority
Subject: Authority
The Patternists: Whatever You Do
Paul admonished the Colossians, “And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him” (Colossians 3:17).
The admonition does not mean that we are to SAY we are doing what we do in His name. Jesus asked, “But why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do the things which I say?” (Luke 6:46). The key to doing “all in the name of the Lord” is to do what HE tells us to do.
The phrase “in the name of the Lord” is an indication that what we do is authorized by Jesus. It can’t be done “in His name” unless it is His will. No man has the right to go beyond the pattern established by Jesus.
There is a consequence to accepting Jesus as your Lord. If He is your Lord, He has authority over you. This limits your actions to what He allows and approves. As Paul, you must say, “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me” (Galatians 2:20).
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Sermon: The Consequences of Accepting Jesus as Lord
Many religious people are willing to accept that Jesus Christ is the Lord of their lives. However, they are resistant to accepting the consequences of that pledge. As Lord, Jesus is to be obeyed without hesitation or questioning.
Progressive VS Conservative
Webster’s Dictionary defines progressive as, (a) of, relating to, or characterized by progress; (b) making use of or interested in new ideas, findings, or opportunities. In relation to politics and societal trends, a progressive is interested in change. He wants to try new ideas, take advantage of new technologies, and is always trying to make the world a better place by replacing old ideas and ways with new ones.
One antonym of progressive, as supplied by Webster, is the word conservative. Again, speaking politically and societally, the conservative is wary of change. He embraces the way things have been done in the past, declaring them tried and true. He does not believe that change is for the better, and rejects new ideas and technologies as merely novel, fearing unknown consequences should they be adopted.
Sermon: The Ark of the Covenant
The lesson gives a concise history and description of the ark of the covenant. Examining Israel’s dealing with the ark, several applications come to mind:
- God’s instructions are to be followed
- What happens when the glory of God departs
- The concept of Sanctification
- The consequences of disobedience
Sermon: Where Paul’s Authority Came From
In 2 Corinthians 10:8 Paul noted that he had authority to preach the gospel to the Corinthians. This lesson answers the question concerning the origin of Paul’s authority, and makes applications.
Sermon: The Church that Jesus Built
The lesson posits that the church that Jesus built can be identifed by its builder, as well as its place and time of origin. This church is the one true church, acceptable to God.
Invitation: The Exalted Jesus
Invitation delivered by: Josh Jackson
Jesus taught as one having authority (cf. Matthew 7). He is our Lord, the exalted one, and deserves our reverence and obedience.
Sermon: The Unknown God
Lesson 7 of 8 in a series on Awesome Texts.
The Apostle Paul preaches the gospel of Christ to the Athenians on Mars Hill, explaining to them who the Unknown God truly is, and what He requires of man. (Acts 17:16-34)
In the News: The Second Amendment
After reading this article, you might consider the title a bit misleading. It is less a discussion of the merits of the second amendment to the constitution, and more an examination of the question of authority. But, at least it piqued your interest!
You would have to have spent the last few weeks under a rock to not have gotten wind of the rather passionate current debate over the relative need for gun control. The debate has become more contentious in the aftermath of the mass shooting on December 14th at an elementary school in Newtown, Connecticut. This shooting has led gun control advocates to call for comprehensive legislation that will greatly limit the type and numbers of firearms available to American citizens. At the other end of the spectrum, it has led others to call for the arming of teachers, principals and other law abiding citizens to combat these violent criminals.
Sermon: Accepting the Bible at Face Value
Much of the religious error and problems that exist do so because men are not willing to accept the Bible as it is written. The problem can be present among God’s people as well as those caught in denominational error.
Sermon: Why We Do Not Use Hand Made Music in Worship
Sermon by Marc Smith.
In this lesson Marc gives a reasoned and thorough explanation of why Christians, in New Covenant worship, refrain from using mechanical instruments of music in their worship to God.
Sermon: Conservative or Liberal
Sermon by Marc Smith:
In this lesson, Marc points out that while the terms conservative and liberal have been helpful in differentiating between churches in the past, they are irrelevant with regard to a congregation’s standing before God. Only one scriptural term is truly relevant: Sound. Is a congregation sound?
In the News: The Bible Only
On the PBS channel’s website, I recently came across a transcribed interview with a woman named Lori Anne Ferrell. Dr. Ferrell is a professor of early modern history and English at Claremont Graduate University, in Claremont, California. The interview covered aspects of English history in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, around the time that the King James Version of the Bible was translated. During the interview, Dr. Ferrell was asked about the influence of John Wycliffe upon Christian thought in that time period. As a part of her response, she said:
Sermon: Concepts of Authority (9) Inference and Silence
The lesson discusses Hebrews 7, and the precedence there set in establishing authority and its limits through the use of necessary inference and silence.
Invitation: Hitting the Bullseye
Invitation delivered by: Roger Paulsel
In this talk, brother Paulsel asks an interesting question. Do we “hit the bullseye” regarding our spiritual activity because we are fulfilling our own expectations? Or because we are fulfilling God’s expectations?! It is only truly hitting the mark if we submit ourself to God’s requirements of us.
