Examining 'Authority, Power, Dominion, Strength, and Lordship' from a Biblical Perspective
Matthew 28:18 "Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.'"
Romans 13:1 "Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God."
Luke 10:19 "Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt you."
Ephesians 2:6 "And raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus."
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Term |
Biblical Meaning |
Theological Distinction |
Examples |
Application |
Relevant Scriptures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Authority |
Derived from Hebrew "selet" and Greek "exousia", indicating legal jurisdiction and decision-making power |
Represents legitimate, authorized ruling status |
1. God granting Christ authority in the church 2. Parents' authority over children 3. Government's ruling authority |
1. Spiritual leadership 2. Organizational management 3. Establishment of spiritual authority |
- Matthew 28:18 (Christ's complete authority) - Romans 13:1 (Authorities exist by God's appointment) - Titus 2:15 (Speaking with full authority) |
|
Power |
Hebrew "koach", Greek "dynamis", indicating internal capacity and influence |
Emphasizes ability, strength, and potential of influence |
1. Holy Spirit's power 2. Healing gifts 3. Power to cast out demons |
1. Spiritual warfare 2. Ministry capability 3. Personal growth |
- Acts 1:8 (Power of the Holy Spirit descending) - Luke 10:19 (Power to trample serpents and scorpions) - 1 Corinthians 2:4 (Testifying with the Spirit's power) |
|
Dominion |
From Hebrew "memshalah", indicating the scope of rule and management |
Emphasizes the range and effectiveness of governance |
1. God's dominion over the universe 2. Christ's dominion over the church 3. Believers' dominion in the spiritual kingdom |
1. Spiritual governance 2. Kingdom expansion 3. Spiritual influence |
- Ephesians 1:21 (Christ above all dominion) - Colossians 1:16 (Created through Him are heavenly dominions) - Revelation 1:6 (Made us a kingdom) |
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Strength |
Hebrew "geburah", indicating the intensity of power and ability |
Emphasizes the strength and explosive power |
1. God's mighty power 2. Strength in spiritual warfare 3. Power of faith |
1. Spiritual warfare 2. Personal breakthrough 3. Ministry breakthrough |
- Psalm 62:11 (Power belongs to God) - Isaiah 40:31 (Those who wait will renew their strength) - Philippians 4:13 (Can do all through Christ) |
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Lordship |
Hebrew "shelet", indicating ruling and sovereign position |
Emphasizes absolute rule and sovereignty |
1. God's absolute sovereignty 2. Christ's kingship 3. Believers' position in Christ |
1. Spiritual authority 2. Kingdom expansion 3. Spiritual governance |
- Colossians 2:10 (Complete in Him) - Revelation 19:6 (Almighty reigns) - Ephesians 2:6 (Seated with Christ in heavenly places) |
Additional Notes:
- 1. These five terms have a cascading and progressive relationship
- 2. They ultimately glorify God's sovereignty and glory
- 3. Believers can progressively experience and release these spiritual dimensions through their relationship with Christ
*Please refer to International Training for Elders and Responsible Brothers October 2024
General Subject: Living in the Reality of the Kingdom of God
Week 7: Spiritual Warfare to Bring in God's Kingdom and Living in the Kingdom of God's Beloved Son
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