Authorized Part 2

In this sermon, Dr. Pete Pawelek unpacks the profound authority of Jesus and how it empowers His disciples to carry out the mission of God. Drawing from Matthew 28:18–20, he emphasizes that all authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Christ—a truth that holds powerful implications for believers today.

Dr. Pawelek explores the two dimensions of sanctification: positional sanctification, which refers to our standing in Christ at the moment of salvation, and process sanctification, which is our ongoing journey of growing in holiness. He explains that a sanctified disciple is also an authorized disciple—one who walks in the authority of Christ.

The message then focuses on three key aspects of Jesus’ authority. First, the source of His authority, which is given by the Father and affirmed throughout Scripture (John 3:35; Ephesians 1:20–23). Second, the supremacy of His authority, which surpasses all earthly powers and reigns over all creation (Matthew 7:28–29). And finally, our submission to His authority, which is essential for living as faithful and empowered disciples.

Through this teaching, listeners are reminded that walking in Christ’s authority is not about power for its own sake, but about faithful obedience to His mission and message.