In what ways can you demonstrate faith in Jesus' authority as described in Luke 22:69? Setting the Scene Luke 22:69 – “But from now on the Son of Man will be seated at the right hand of the power of God.” What the Right Hand Means - Position of supreme honor and unrivaled authority (Psalm 110:1; Hebrews 1:3) - Proof that Jesus’ earthly humiliation ends in heavenly exaltation (Philippians 2:9-11) - Pledge that His word carries ultimate weight (Matthew 28:18) Personal Responses that Show Faith in His Authority - Surrender your final say: let Scripture overrule opinion, preference, and culture (2 Timothy 3:16-17) - Obey promptly even when commands conflict with comfort—loving enemies, forgiving offenders, giving generously (John 14:15) - Trust His intercession when guilt accuses; He sits at God’s right hand as Advocate (Romans 8:34) - Rely on His power in prayer, asking “in Jesus’ name” because authority backs every request (John 14:13-14) - Speak boldly of Him; His throne guarantees the gospel will not fail (Acts 4:12-13) Community-Wide Expressions of Faith - Worship with reverence, centering services on Christ’s exalted throne (Revelation 5:11-13) - Submit church decisions to His Word rather than majority opinion (Ephesians 1:22-23) - Practice church discipline and restoration under His delegated authority (Matthew 18:15-20) - Engage missions confidently, knowing the seated King is drawing every nation (Acts 1:8) Everyday Choices that Echo Heaven’s Throne - Replace worry with expectation—He rules circumstances (Matthew 6:33) - Face persecution without panic—He will vindicate (2 Thessalonians 1:6-10) - Serve unnoticed, remembering promotion comes from His right hand (1 Peter 5:6) Living Under His Right-Hand Reign Faith in Jesus’ authority looks like hearts, homes, and churches consistently deferring to the enthroned Son of Man—confident that the One seated at God’s right hand has both the right and the power to carry out every promise He has made. |
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