Authority

Follow Along with the Message

The Life of Jesus Christ: Authority (Mark 1:21-34; Luke 4:31-41)

Authority over Demons (Mark 1:21-28)

1. Jesus’ teaching carried the weight of authority.
   • He taught the  .
   • He talked about important matters of life.
   • His teaching was  .
   • He used illustrations.
   • He spoke with  .
2. Jesus has authority over the spiritual.
   • The demon recognized Christ as the   of God.
   • Jesus   the demon.
   • He   the demon.
3. The people are amazed.
4. Because Jesus has authority over the   realm, we don’t need to fear.

Authority over Illness (Mark 1:29-34)

1. Jesus   Peter’s mother-in-law (so Peter was married).
2. He has authority over our   as well as our bodies.
3. Jesus heals the multitude. 

Application

1. Christ has   power and authority over all things.
2. He gives us the ability to   and encourages us to honor Him in all of life’s circumstances.
3. We are already healed because of the work of Christ on our behalf.