25. AUTHORITY OF CHRIST

1. Christ has authority over all flesh (Jhn 17:2, R.V.).

2. Christ has all authority given to Him in heaven and earth (Mat 28:18, R.V.).

3. Christ had authority from His Father to lay down His life (Jhn 10:18). The word "power" in this verse is the same that is rendered "authority" in Jhn 17:2, R.V.

4. Christ has authority to forgive sins (Mat 9:6, margin, R.V.).

5. Christ gives authority to those who receive Him, to be the children of God (Jhn 1:12). The word "power" is the same as "authority" in Jhn 5:27.

6. Christ gave His disciples authority over disease and demons when He was here on earth (Mat 10:1, R.V.).

7. Christ has authority to execute judgment (Jhn 5:27).

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