Crossroads Bible Church Podcast

“The closer I get to Jesus the more the realms of darkness begin to know who you are. Not because of you, not because of me, but because our connection to Him.” This message invites you to see spiritual authority in Christ from God’s original design. Pastor Chad Everett teaches that God’s first commission in a sinless world was not about fighting darkness, but about defending and expanding what God created. Subduing and having dominion is ultimately about submission to God, not domination over people. We overcome darkness by saying yes to God, not by fixating on the enemy. Authority in Christ flows from staying connected to His voice. When believers say yes to God’s truth about their identity, marriage, family, and calling, they naturally resist and reject anything that opposes Him. Authority is not about volume, personality, or knowledge. It is about submission, intimacy, and spiritual alignment with Jesus. You do not exercise authority because of your name. You exercise authority because of His. This