How do we know church authority is truly from God?

The legitimacy of church authority stems from its foundation in Scriptural teachings and the heart of the Gospel. When church leaders lead according to Christ’s directives, as stated in Matthew 18:20, 'For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them,' it affirms that authority is derived from the God of order. Authority in the church is to reflect Christ’s example of servant leadership, which serves, empowers, and nurtures the congregation. It is this adherence to biblical principles that ensures church authority is indeed divinely sanctioned and vital for unity among believers.