{"id":30,"date":"2020-09-21T12:06:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-21T12:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/?p=30"},"modified":"2026-09-19T17:36:19","modified_gmt":"2026-09-19T21:36:19","slug":"if-you-want-to-speak-with-authority-heres-how","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/if-you-want-to-speak-with-authority-heres-how\/","title":{"rendered":"If You Want to Speak with Authority, Here&#8217;s How"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1 Peter 1:13-15 NLT<br>So prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. So you must live as God\u2019s obedient children. Don\u2019t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. You didn\u2019t know any better then. But now you must be holy in everything you do, just as God who chose you is holy.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cSo prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When we submit our hearts to Jesus Christ, things in our lives will change. If that has not happened, bring it before God and ask Him to do that work in you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our desires should change. What we focus on should change. What we allow into our minds should change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is not about works as the path to salvation. We are made right with God only by faith in Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As my pastor often reminds us, \u201cJesus accepts us just as we are, but He loves us too much to leave us there.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Galatians 2:16 NLT<br>Yet we know that a person is made right with God by faith in Jesus Christ, not by obeying the law. And we have believed in Christ Jesus, so that we might be made right with God because of our faith in Christ, not because we have obeyed the law. For no one will ever be made right with God by obeying the law.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Romans 3:28 NLT<br>So we are made right with God through faith and not by obeying the law.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ephesians 2:8-9 NLT<br>God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can\u2019t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Romans 11:6 NLT<br>And since it is through God\u2019s kindness, then it is not by their good works. For in that case, God\u2019s grace would not be what it really is\u2014free and undeserved.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These verses confirm that He accepts us as we are. Faith comes from God. When that faith leads us to trust Jesus, we are saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From that point, the real work begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We become a servant of our Savior. That is how the early leaders of the church described themselves. It should be how we see ourselves as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2 Peter 1:1 NLT<br>This letter is from Simon Peter, a slave and apostle of Jesus Christ. I am writing to you who share the same precious faith we have. This faith was given to you because of the justice and fairness of Jesus Christ, our God and Savior.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>James 1:1 NLT<br>This letter is from James, a slave of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ. I am writing to the \u201ctwelve tribes\u201d\u2014Jewish believers scattered abroad. Greetings!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Romans 1:1 NLT<br>This letter is from Paul, a slave of Christ Jesus, chosen by God to be an apostle and sent out to preach his Good News.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jude 1:1 NLT<br>This letter is from Jude, a slave of Jesus Christ and a brother of James. I am writing to all who have been called by God the Father, who loves you and keeps you safe in the care of Jesus Christ.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the Christian, we have been given a commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Matthew 28:19-20 NLT<br>Therefore, 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.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cTeach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To fulfill that part of the mission, we must know and understand the commands. That requires study of Scripture. It also requires that the Word become part of who we are and what we do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It was said of Jesus that He spoke with authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Matthew 7:28-29 NLT<br>When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were amazed at his teaching, for he taught with real authority\u2014quite unlike their teachers of religious law.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This does not mean you must become a Bible scholar. It does mean you must be grounded in what you believe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1 Peter 3:15 NLT<br>Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-speaking-with-authority-looks-like\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Speaking with Authority Looks Like<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Luke gives us the pattern in the opening of Acts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Acts 1:1-2 NLT<br>In my first book I told you, Theophilus, about everything Jesus began to do and teach until the day he was taken up to heaven after giving his chosen apostles further instructions through the Holy Spirit.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cJesus began to do and teach.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jesus spoke with authority and drew crowds because of His character. It was the way He lived. It was what He did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Psalm 86:5 NLT<br>O Lord, you are so good, so ready to forgive, so full of unfailing love for all who ask for your help.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When we live submitted to Jesus Christ, our character should change as well. What we do should change. Our thoughts and attitudes should change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If they are not changing, it is often because we are neglecting God\u2019s Word. When we neglect Scripture, we leave room for other voices to shape our behavior, thoughts, and attitudes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For me, this time in the Word happens while others in the house are still sleeping, before the day begins. If I put it off, the day\u2019s activities take its place. That is exactly what Satan wants. He does not want the Christian in the Word, because he knows a believer who studies Scripture will change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Joshua 1:8 NLT<br>Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your life will speak louder than the words that come out of your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to influence the people around you\u2014if you want to teach them to obey the commands\u2014you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Know and understand the commands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Live those commands. This is the more important of the two.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me the faith to accept Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I pray that the way I live reflects the saving grace of my Lord and Savior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And I pray that my life is a reflection of Your Word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I pray that You open my eyes to any area of my life that does not line up with Your commands, and that You give me the strength and courage to change it for Your glory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And I thank You for the hearts of those around me. I pray that they come to know You as Lord and Savior. Give me the willingness and compassion to minister to their needs as Jesus does for His church\u2014with gentleness and humility of heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray, Amen!! \ud83d\ude4f\u2764\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-suggested-reading\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suggested Reading:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-stand-firm wp-block-embed-stand-firm\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"nchrmk0SyS\"><a href=\"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/we-are-on-a-mission-set-forth-from-the-creator-of-the-universe-time-to-get-busy\/\">We Are On A Mission Set Forth From The Creator Of The Universe, Time To Get Busy!<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"\u201cWe Are On A Mission Set Forth From The Creator Of The Universe, Time To Get Busy!\u201d \u2014 Stand Firm\" src=\"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/we-are-on-a-mission-set-forth-from-the-creator-of-the-universe-time-to-get-busy\/embed\/#?secret=Ge97Ddqa4T#?secret=nchrmk0SyS\" data-secret=\"nchrmk0SyS\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-stand-firm wp-block-embed-stand-firm\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"ISM45eDnND\"><a href=\"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/the-key-to-fruits-in-our-lives-is-a-direct-result-of-our-obedience-to-the-lord\/\">The Key To Fruit In Our Lives Is A Direct Result Of Our Obedience To The Lord<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"\u201cThe Key To Fruit In Our Lives Is A Direct Result Of Our Obedience To The Lord\u201d \u2014 Stand Firm\" src=\"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/the-key-to-fruits-in-our-lives-is-a-direct-result-of-our-obedience-to-the-lord\/embed\/#?secret=MUHVZiPLl9#?secret=ISM45eDnND\" data-secret=\"ISM45eDnND\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-stand-firm wp-block-embed-stand-firm\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"nsCNBu7Kxj\"><a href=\"https:\/\/standingfirminfaith.com\/blog\/is-it-possible-to-find-heaven-on-earth-it-all-depends-on-how-you-look-at-your-life\/\">Is It Possible To Find Heaven On Earth? It All Depends On How You Look At Your Life<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"\u201cIs It Possible To Find Heaven On Earth? 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