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Jan 14, 2024 · God Controls Life and Death. As the giver of life, God has power over life and death. He gives life to whom He wills, as seen in the creation story (Genesis 2:7) and the resurrection of Jesus (John 11:43-44). God also takes life, as evidenced by the Genesis flood (Genesis 7:21-23) and deaths of Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5:1-11).
- Introduction
- God’s Power in Creation
- God’s Power Demonstrated at The Exodus
- The Power of God in The New Testament
- God’s Power in The Lives of His Saints
- Conclusion
- If We Really Believed in The Power of God
- Additional Thoughts on The Power of God
Centuries ago, God promised Abraham and Sarah they would have a son through whose offspring the world would be blessed. But there were problems. Abraham and Sarah were getting on in years, and Sarah was barren. When told she would be the mother of Abraham’s child, the child of promise, Sarah laughed. In response to her laughter, God spoke these wor...
The earliest manifestation of God’s power is seen in the creation of the world in which we live: 20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse (Romans 1:20). Throughout Scripture, the creation ...
After having first displayed His power at creation, God’s second great demonstration of power is seen at the Exodus, 1 And afterward Moses and Aaron came and said to Pharaoh, “Thus says the LORD, the God of Israel, ‘Let My people go that they may celebrate a feast to Me in the wilderness.’” 2 But Pharaoh said,“Who is the LORD that I should obey His...
Old Testament prophecies concerning the coming Messiah included the fact of His power. He was called the “Mighty God” (Isaiah 9:6). At the time Messiah’s birth was announced to Mary, she was told this miraculous virgin birth would take place by the power of God: 34 And Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I am a virgin?” 35 And the angel...
God is omnipotent whether we believe it or not. But it is vitally important that we do believe He is omnipotent. An individual’s grasp of the power of God will transform his thinking and his actions. Consider these illustrations of the way God’s power transformed the lives of several men in the Bible. First, let us turn our attention to Abraham. He...
No one who takes the Bible seriously can deny the power of God. God is omnipotent; He is all-powerful. This truth transformed the lives of men in the past, and it can transform our lives today. Allow me to suggest several ways the power of God intersects our lives today. (1) The first thing we should do, in light of the power of God, is to fear, ho...
We would come to Him in prayer first
If we really believed God is omnipotent, we would come to Him in prayer first, not as a last resort after having tried every other means and failed. We would forsake trusting in the idols of our day and trust in Him. We would humbly acknowledge that all the blessings we have are a gift of His grace and the result of the working of His power. Our prayers would be filled with praise and thanksgiving, seeing God as the Source of every blessing. We would be filled with faith and hope, knowing tha...
We would not give so much credit to Satan
If we really understood the power of God, we would not give so much credit to Satan. We would not look at Satan as though he and God were closely matched rivals who have battled for centuries. We would not dare suppose that in the end God will barely defeat this one who is our deadly foe. We would realize that God is the Creator, and Satan is but a creature. We would know that God’s power is infinite, while Satan’s is finite. We would not minimize Satan’s power, but neither would we overstate...
We would not believe the lies of the “good-life gospeleers”
If we really understood and believed in the power of God, we would not believe the lies of the “good-life gospeleers,” those hucksters who line their own pockets by assuring donors that God is standing by with all His power, eager to do their bidding. They lay claim on God’s power by “faith,” by claiming certain possessions like money and healing. “God doesn’t want us to suffer,” they say, “but to prosper.” If they really believed in God’s power, they would know God’s power can just as well s...
What the New Testament Teaches About the Power of God
(1) Creation is a witness to God’s power (Romans 1:20). (2) The gospel is powerful; the power of God can save and radically change men (Romans 1:16). (3) Saints are saved, kept, and constantly empowered for life and ministry by the power of God (Romans 15:13, 18-19; 1 Corinthians 1:18; 6:4; Ephesians 3:7; Colossians 1:11, 29). (4) The resurrection of Christ, and subsequently of every Christian, is through the power of God (Romans 1:4; 1 Corinthians 15:43). (5) Even the unbelief and rebellion...
What God’s Power Enables Him To Do
(1) All power belongs to God—“Thine is the power. . .” (Matthew 6:13). (2) He can therefore do all things (Matthew 19:26; Mark 14:36). (3) Nothing is impossible for God (Luke 1:34-37). (4) He is able to do what He has purposed (Job 42:1-2; Isaiah 14:27). (5) He is able to do what He has promised (Romans 4:21). (6) He is able to judge because He can save and destroy (James 4:12). (7) He is able to destroy the body and soul in hell (Matthew 10:28). (8) He is able to forgive sins (Matthew 9:6)....
How Is The Power of God Exercised or Demonstrated?
(1) In weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9-10; 13:4). (2) In simplicity and clarity, rather than human sophistication and persuasion (1 Corinthians 1 and 2 Corinthians 2:14-17; 4:1-6). (3) In a simple proclamation of the gospel (Romans 1:16). (4) By the exercise of spiritual gifts (Ephesians 3:7). (5) By prayer (Ephesians 3:14-21). (6) By dying daily and thus being conformed to Christ’s death (Philippians 3:10). 22 What if God, although willing to demonstrate His wrath and to make His power known, e...
- Romans 8:28 ESV / 458 helpful votes. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
- Proverbs 19:21 ESV / 325 helpful votes. Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.
- Ephesians 2:10 ESV / 322 helpful votes. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
- Jeremiah 29:11 ESV / 287 helpful votes. For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Oct 3, 2024 · The Bible offers numerous references to showcase God’s power. Some key passages include: Psalms 147:5: “Great is our Lord, and abundant in power; His understanding is beyond measure.”. This verse emphasizes God’s vastness and might. Isaiah 40:29: “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might, He increases strength.”.
3 God’s divine power has given us everything we need for life and for godliness. This power was given to us through knowledge of the one who called us by his own glory and integrity. 4 Through his glory and integrity he has given us his promises that are of the highest value. Through these promises you will share in the divine nature because ...
Oct 12, 2024 · This verse instills hope that God’s power can exceed our expectations and accomplish what we cannot do on our own. 7. Romans 1:16. “For I am not ashamed of the gospel because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes…”. The gospel carries the power of God within it.
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Mar 24, 2022 · God's Omnipotence is our ultimate place of safety. In the same way, God reigns high above every force and views the past, present, and future as if each were unfolding today. Scripture tells us every day of our lives are recorded in His book. This means He knows every attack we’ll encounter and challenge we’ll face.
