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How do we know Christ's authority over the church is true?

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Christ’s authority over the church is affirmed through numerous scriptural declarations and the historical church’s affirmation of His headship.

The truth of Christ's authority over the church is rooted in both Scripture and the historical understanding of the Christian faith. The New Testament consistently refers to Christ's supremacy, particularly in Ephesians 1:22-23 and Colossians 1:15-19, where His role as head is depicted with emphasis on His dominion and preeminence. Additionally, the church throughout history has recognized this truth in its confessions and creeds, affirming that Christ, and not any human leader, is the ultimate authority over the church. This acknowledgment serves to protect the church from errors such as the elevation of popes or other figures as substitutes for Christ.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:22-23, Colossians 1:15-19, Ephesians 1:21, Colossians 1:18, Ephesians 5:25-26, Ephesians 1:22, Revelation 2:18, Matthew 16:18

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Matthew 16:13-20
J.C. Ryle · Feb 7, 2016