Pastor Tommy Pierce, in his sermon “Who’s the Boss?” is centering on the notion of authority. He unpacks this theme by delving into the book of Mark, chapters 11 and 12, reflecting on society’s generally rebellious response to authority, both on a human and divine level. This resistance towards God’s authority and His Word is underlined with personal experiences from the Pastor’s own childhood, highlighting that rebellion against authority is a universal human trait.The sermon moves deeper into the Scriptures as Pastor Pierce examines Jesus’s interaction with the scribes and Pharisees from Mark 11:29-33, paralleling their questioning of Jesus’s authority to our own acceptance of Holy authority. Subsequently, the Pastor interprets Jesus’s parable of the vineyard owner and the vine growers from Mark 12:1-12. The parable, interpreted as a warning to the spiritual leaders of Israel for their rejection of Him, is used to underline the consequences of resisting God’s authority.Running parallel to the main sermon, the Pastor also touches on the divine concept of God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility. Though admitting that both these concepts are beyond complete human comprehension, he encourages the congregation to worship and trust confidently in God’s authority. In conclusion, the sermon prompts self-reflection within the listeners, asking them to evaluate their own reactions to authority. Pastor Pierce conclusively invites the congregation to choose repentance and submission to God’s authority, emphasizing the joy and freedom that this brings. In sum, the sermon creates a compelling reflection on the scriptural importance of recognizing and surrendering to God’s ultimate authority.
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