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As Christians, God Gives Us Authority

Written by Associate Pastor Wayne Durden

Friday, 26 September 2008 09:31

Associate Pastor Wayne Durden And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the LORD God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, except at my word” (1 Kings 17:1). “If you love Me, keep My commandments" (John 14:15). Please keep this scripture in mind as you read this article, you will see how much it fits what we're going to say.

In the very beginning (Gen. 1:26) God gave Adam responsibility to rule over the garden of Eden, and have "dominion over the fish of the sea, over the fowl of the air, over the cattle, and all creeping things." Authority is given; it should never be assumed, which is a terrible mistake. Noah had authority and direction from God to build an ark. (Gen. 6)

Moses had authority to lead the children out of Egypt (Exodus 3). Abraham under God's authority formed a new nation (Gen. 12), these individuals had directions and authority from God. In 2 Kings Elijah is called "a man of God" this was a term used when God manifested His might and power in His man.

Let's look at another biblical example of Elijah when he approached King Ahab and said to him it's not going to rain til I speak the word (1 Kings 17:1). These are examples of the authority given by God. These men didn't just assume the authority. How does all of this affect us as christians? We are commanded to do the Father's will and please remember as our God gave these men authority, He is the same today, and He wants to use us Praise God. God help us to submit to the will of God and be an instrument in His hands for God's glory. (Deut. 28) Let's us know that all of God's blessings are found in obeying Him. Remember obedience to God is better than sacrifice. Let's be obedient.

In His Care,Pastor Durden