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This authority is evident in His teachings, miracles, and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. The New Testament provides numerous accounts and teachings that underscore the authority of Jesus Christ.<br><br><b>Divine Authority</b><br><br>Christ's authority is rooted in His divine nature as the Son of God. In the Gospel of John, Jesus declares, "I and the Father are one" (<a href="/john/10-30.htm">John 10:30</a>), affirming His unity with God the Father. This divine authority is further emphasized in the Great Commission, where Jesus proclaims, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me" (<a href="/matthew/28-18.htm">Matthew 28:18</a>). This statement underscores His supreme authority over all realms.<br><br><b>Teaching with Authority</b><br><br>Unlike the scribes and Pharisees, Jesus taught with inherent authority. The people recognized this distinctiveness, as noted in the Gospel of Matthew: "When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were astonished at His teaching, because He taught as one who had authority, and not as their scribes" (<a href="/matthew/7-28.htm">Matthew 7:28-29</a>). His teachings were not mere interpretations of the law but were delivered with the authority of the Lawgiver Himself.<br><br><b>Authority over Nature and the Supernatural</b><br><br>Christ's authority extends over the natural and supernatural realms. He demonstrated His power over nature by calming the storm, as recorded in the Gospel of Mark: "Then He got up and rebuked the wind and the sea, and it was perfectly calm" (<a href="/mark/4-39.htm">Mark 4:39</a>). His authority over the supernatural is evident in His casting out of demons, as seen in <a href="/luke/4-36.htm">Luke 4:36</a>: "All the people were amazed and said to one another, 'What is this message? With authority and power He commands the unclean spirits, and they come out!'" .<br><br><b>Authority to Forgive Sins</b><br><br>One of the most profound aspects of Christ's authority is His power to forgive sins. In the account of the healing of the paralytic, Jesus declares, "But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins..." (<a href="/mark/2-10.htm">Mark 2:10</a>). This authority, which was traditionally ascribed to God alone, further affirms His divine identity and mission.<br><br><b>Authority over Life and Death</b><br><br>Jesus' authority over life and death is demonstrated in His resurrection and His power to grant eternal life. In <a href="/john/11-25.htm">John 11:25</a>, Jesus states, "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies" . His own resurrection is the ultimate testament to His authority over death, as He conquered the grave and offers eternal life to all who believe in Him.<br><br><b>Authority in Judgment</b><br><br>Christ is also depicted as the ultimate judge, possessing the authority to execute judgment. In <a href="/john/5-22.htm">John 5:22</a>, it is written, "Moreover, the Father judges no one, but has entrusted all judgment to the Son" . This authority to judge is a critical aspect of His role in the eschatological fulfillment of God's plan.<br><br><b>Authority in the Church</b><br><br>The authority of Christ extends to His headship over the Church. <a href="/ephesians/1-22.htm">Ephesians 1:22-23</a> states, "And God put everything under His feet and made Him head over everything for the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all" . As the head of the Church, Christ governs and guides His followers, ensuring the fulfillment of His purposes through them.<br><br>The authority of Christ is a foundational doctrine that permeates the New Testament, affirming His divine nature, His role as Savior, and His sovereign rule over all creation.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/a/authority.htm">Authority</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/a/authority_in_general.htm">Authority in General</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/a/authority_in_religion.htm">Authority in Religion</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/a/authority_over_your_children.htm">Authority Over Your Children</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/plain.htm">Plain (113 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/ashdoth-pisgah.htm">Ashdoth-pisgah (3 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