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- Power is the Greek word dynamis, from which we get our word, dynamite. It is often used of miraculous power. But Paul goes further, stating that this power is “in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.” We get our word “energy” from the Greek word translated working.
bible.org/seriespage/lesson-11-god’s-mighty-power-ephesians-119-23Lesson 11: God’s Mighty Power (Ephesians 1:19-23) - bible.org
Paul attributes the effectiveness of his ministry to the Holy Spirit, rather than his own abilities. "Spirit" (Πνεῦμα, Pneuma) refers to the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, who empowers believers and authenticates the gospel message. "Power" (δύναμις, dynamis) indicates the miraculous and transformative work of God.
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Nov 7, 2024 · When Paul encourages believers to “be strong in the Lord,” he is calling them to faithfulness—to abiding in Christ and trusting in the Lord’s power for everything in life. True Christian strength comes from recognizing our utter dependence on God.
Jan 4, 2022 · Paul was “stretching at the seams” as he tried to describe the power of God and pour more meaning into his words. What Paul is really telling us is that God’s power exceeds or surpasses everything—it is unimaginable power.
Paul told us that the two primary purposes of these riches were that we would use them to give glory to God and gain knowledge of God. And in Ephesians 1:18-19, Paul wanted us to gain knowledge of three specific things. First was our hope, second was our riches, and third was our power.
Mar 21, 2023 · Paul would be found in Christ (Philippians 3:9) and knew Christ and the power of His resurrection (Philippians 3:10). Paul even knew the fellowship of Jesus’ sufferings, being conformed to the death of Christ (Philippians 3:10).
Nov 20, 2021 · What did Paul mean by "power" in 1 Corinthians 4:19-20? "Power": Authority in the congregation given to him by the Lord. The authority was for spiritually building up the members of the congregation, with the teachings of Jesus and the power of God's spirit.
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Jan 3, 2021 · First, the phrase "Spirit's power" does not actually appear in the original text of 1 Cor 2:4. The Greek text is: Πνεύματος καὶ δυνάμεως = Spirit and power, suggesting two different entities.