Authority

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Authority - Role in Salvation

Submit to authority
Mt 8:9-10	Jesus praises centurion's faith	The centurion's understanding of authority is praised by Jesus, especially in regard to how it relates to faith.
Lk 7:8-9	Jesus praises centurion's faith
Rm 13:1	every soul be subject to authority
Mt 23:2-3	Obey the Pharisees, scribes	Even though Jesus roundly excoriated the religious leadership of Israel for their job performance, he also confirmed their authority. Similarly, Jesus has established an Authoritative Church with a grant of lawful authority to which all Christians should submit.

Authority

Authority - Role in Salvation

Submit to authority