S – They were astonished at his teaching because he was teaching them as one who had authority, and not like the scribes.

Mark 1:22 CSB

O – Commentary:

His hearers were amazed (exeplēssonto, lit., “astounded, struck out of their senses, overwhelmed”; also in 6:2; 7:37; 10:26; 11:18) at the manner and the content (cf. 1:14–15) of Jesus’ teaching. He taught with direct authority from God and had the power to evoke decisions. This contrasted sharply with the teachers of the Law (lit., “scribes”) who were schooled in the written Law and its oral interpretation. Their knowledge was derived from scribal tradition, so they simply quoted the sayings of their predecessors.

“Mark,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

“Authority” – ĕxŏusia:  privilege, i.e. (subj.) force, capacity, competency, freedom, or (obj.) mastery  delegated influence:— authority, jurisdiction, liberty, power, right, strength.

The New Strong’s Dictionary of Hebrew and Greek Words 

A – Jesus interacted with people with the power and privilege to move toward decisions.  We have that same power through the Holy Spirit.  The same Holy Spirit that descending upon Jesus after his baptism is in us today.  Our words and actions will move people closer or farther from Christ.  It is important that we live a life that cultivates other’s desire to choose Him as their Lord and Savior.

R – Heavenly Father, you are unlimited in your power and love for us.  Empower us today to live in alignment with your character and Word through the power of the Holy Spirit.  We have the same authority in you and want to walk in ia way that brings you honor and glory.  We can approach today with confidence and humility that you are with us.