Authority by definition–noun:  “The power to determine, adjudicate, or otherwise settle issues or disputes; jurisdiction; the right to control, command, or determine.” (dictionary.reference.com/browse/​authority) Understanding the Purpose and Value of Authority The origin of all authority ultimately is from God; God has delegated authority to man to rule the earth. Governments through Laws that are established are designed to bring order and to provide citizens benefits, security and wellbeing, and to punish law breakers. Without authority and an established system of law, society breaks down and chaos takes over. One of the greatest problems we face is lack of respect for authority One of the greatest social problems of our day is…