UNSTOPPABLE AUTHORITY

UNSTOPPABLE AUTHORITY

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Luke 10:19

Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:18, Mark 16:17-18, Acts 3:6-8, Philippians 2:9-11, Ephesians 1:19-23

INTRODUCTION:
Authority is not merely about shouting loud or displaying boldness—it is a divine backing to enforce God’s will on earth. Jesus said, “Behold, I give unto you power...” (Luke 10:19), which means that believers are not powerless; we carry heaven’s endorsement to overcome every power of the enemy.

Many believers live below their spiritual potential because they are unaware of the unstoppable authority they possess in Christ. Authority is the believer’s legal right to rule in the spirit and dominate in the natural. Once we understand and activate this authority, we can no longer be defeated by the works of darkness.

To live an unstoppable life, we must rise and walk in the reality of Christ’s finished work. Authority makes us dangerous to the kingdom of darkness and effective in enforcing divine victories wherever we go.

1. THE SOURCE OF OUR AUTHORITY

a) CHRIST IS THE AUTHOR OF AUTHORITY
All authority in heaven and earth has been given to Jesus (Matthew 28:18), and He shares that authority with His followers.

b) AUTHORITY FLOWS FROM RELATIONSHIP
Authority in Christ is not for strangers; it flows from intimacy and alignment with Him (John 15:7).

c) SPIRITUAL IGNORANCE LIMITS AUTHORITY
Many perish due to lack of knowledge (Hosea 4:6). A believer must understand their rights in Christ to exercise authority.

d) THE HOLY SPIRIT EMPOWERS US TO WALK IN AUTHORITY
The presence of the Holy Spirit is what gives life and force to our spiritual authority (Acts 1:8).

Biblical Example: Jesus casting out devils with authority (Mark 1:27) demonstrated His unmatched power and dominion.

2. EXERCISING YOUR SPIRITUAL AUTHORITY

a) AUTHORITY MUST BE DECLARED BOLDLY
Jesus spoke to situations and they responded (Mark 11:23). Authority must be vocalised.

b) FAITH ACTIVATES AUTHORITY
Without faith, authority remains dormant. Believe in what Christ has given you (Mark 16:17).

c) YOU MUST STAND IN RIGHTEOUSNESS
The righteous are as bold as a lion (Proverbs 28:1). A clean life gives strength to your spiritual stance.

d) OBEDIENCE STRENGTHENS AUTHORITY
Submission to God is key before resisting the devil (James 4:7).

Biblical Example: Peter and John at the Beautiful Gate exercised their authority and lifted the lame man (Acts 3:6-8).

3. THE ENEMIES OF SPIRITUAL AUTHORITY

a) FEAR AND DOUBT
Fear neutralises authority. God has not given us the spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7).

b) SIN AND COMPROMISE
Sin weakens a believer’s power. A life of holiness maintains our spiritual sharpness (Isaiah 59:2).

c) IGNORANCE OF THE WORD
You cannot use what you do not know. Authority is rooted in the knowledge of God's Word (Ephesians 6:17).

d) SPIRITUAL LAZINESS
An idle believer is a powerless believer. Spiritual disciplines are essential to stay sharp (Romans 12:11).

Biblical Example: The sons of Sceva were overpowered because they lacked true spiritual authority (Acts 19:13-16).

4. BENEFITS OF UNSTOPPABLE AUTHORITY

a) DOMINION OVER DARKNESS
No demon can resist a believer who knows and uses his authority (Luke 10:19).

b) UNLIMITED ACCESS TO VICTORY
Spiritual authority guarantees success in battles (Romans 8:37).

c) HEAVEN BACKS YOUR WORDS
When you speak, heaven confirms (Mark 16:20).

d) YOU BECOME A CHANNEL OF GOD’S POWER
Authority makes you an instrument of miracles, signs and wonders (Acts 5:12).

Biblical Example: Paul exercised his authority over demonic forces and regions (Acts 16:16-18).

5. MAINTAINING AND GROWING IN AUTHORITY

a) CONTINUED FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD
Stay connected to the Vine to remain fruitful in authority (John 15:5).

b) CONSISTENT STUDY AND MEDITATION ON THE WORD
The Word builds spiritual stamina and confidence (Joshua 1:8).

c) INTENTIONAL PRAYER AND FASTING
Some challenges only respond to a higher level of authority (Matthew 17:21).

d) LIVING A LIFE OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP
God inhabits the praises of His people—authority flows in His presence (Psalm 22:3).

e) Biblical Example: Daniel maintained authority through a consistent spiritual life even in Babylon (Daniel 6:10-23).

CONCLUSION:
Unstoppable authority is not reserved for pastors and apostles alone—it is the heritage of every believer in Christ. You are not a victim, you are a victor through Christ Jesus. Stop tolerating what you were empowered to terminate!

Stand in your God-given authority today. Speak to mountains. Rebuke devils. Declare breakthroughs. The more you exercise your authority, the stronger and bolder you become. You are unstoppable because the One who backs you is unshakable!

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, help me to walk daily in the consciousness of my spiritual authority.
2. Every spirit of fear limiting my boldness, be destroyed now!
3. Father, renew my fire and faith to exercise dominion always.
4. Let every demonic opposition bow before the authority of Christ in me.
5. Lord, baptise me afresh with Holy Ghost power and boldness.
6. I receive the grace to live in obedience and righteousness always.
7. Father, back my words with signs, wonders, and power.
8. I break every chain of ignorance and spiritual laziness in my life.
9. I declare that I will not fall into the trap of compromise and sin.
10. Father, make me a true channel of authority and deliverance.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. You are walking in unstoppable spiritual authority from today!
2. Every voice that has silenced you is now silenced by fire!
3. You shall trample upon serpents and scorpions without fear!
4. No demon shall prevail over your home, ministry, or destiny!
5. The heavens shall back every word you declare in Jesus’ name!
6. From today, your presence shall command divine attention!
7. You shall be a vessel of power and deliverance to your generation!
8. Your tongue shall carry fire and your hands shall carry power!
9. You will rise above every spiritual and physical opposition!
10. You will dominate your world and reign with divine authority!