What does the Bible say about the authority of Jesus?

The Gospel of Luke emphasizes the authority and power of Jesus Christ in his ministry. In Luke 4:36-37, we see the people marveling at his words, saying, 'What a word is this! For with authority and power he commanded the unclean spirits and they come out.' This authority demonstrates not only his divine nature but also his role as the Messiah who fulfills the prophecies concerning healing and deliverance. Jesus’s ability to command unclean spirits and heal the sick showcases the fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy, where he is anointed to 'preach the gospel to the poor' and 'set at liberty them that are bruised' (Luke 4:18). It reaffirms his position as the one who has come to save and restore creation, embodying the very grace of God.