Theme passage: “Jesus came and told his disciples, ‘I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, as you go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.’” -Matthew 28:18-20 NLT

Christ’s teachings are authoritative because they are…

TRUE

“Jesus said to the people who believed in him, ‘You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.’” -John 8:31-32 NLT

LIFE

“The Spirit alone gives eternal life. Human effort accomplishes nothing. And the very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.” -John 6:63 NLT

FOUNDATION

“When Jesus had finished these words, the crowds were amazed at His teaching; for He was teaching them as one who had authority, and not as their scribes.” -Matthew 7:28-29,

Since His teachings are authoritative, we…

Walk in His Authority

“We are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making an appeal through us; we beg you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.” -1 Corinthians 5:20 NLT

We Walk in Holy Spirit

“The Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” -Galatians 5:22-23 NLT