The class is encouraged to study and live by the Sermon on the Mount, underscoring prayer as a vital expression of submission and connection to divine authority. Each individual is called to embrace their place within God’s eternal authority, fostering unity, righteousness, and spiritual growth.
By What Authority – Part 2
This teaching underscores the coherence of the restoration doctrine with biblical foundations, the critical role of Jesus’s authority, and the profound implications of agency and redemption in Christian theology.
By What Authority – Part 1
Authority is framed as essential not only for understanding scripture but also for personal spiritual development and the functioning of church leadership and governance. Richard’s approach is both scholarly and pastoral, incorporating scriptural study, historical literature, and interactive dialogue to address the multifaceted nature of authority.



