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The power of God is a central theme throughout the Bible, reflecting His omnipotence and sovereign authority over all creation. This divine attribute is foundational to understanding God's nature and His interactions with the world. The power of God is not merely an abstract concept but is demonstrated through His works in creation, providence, and redemption.

Creation and Sustenance

The power of God is first revealed in the act of creation. Genesis 1:1 states, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." This declaration underscores God's ability to bring the universe into existence ex nihilo, or out of nothing. Psalm 33:6 further affirms, "By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and all the stars by the breath of His mouth." God's creative power is not limited to the initial act of creation but extends to His ongoing sustenance of the universe. Hebrews 1:3 describes Jesus as "sustaining all things by His powerful word," indicating that God's power is continually at work in maintaining the order and existence of all things.

Providence and Sovereignty

God's power is also evident in His providential care and governance of the world. He exercises sovereign control over the affairs of nations and individuals. Daniel 4:35 declares, "All the peoples of the earth are regarded as nothing. He does as He pleases with the army of heaven and the peoples of the earth. No one can hold back His hand or say to Him: 'What have You done?'" This verse highlights God's absolute authority and the futility of opposing His will. The power of God ensures that His purposes are accomplished, as seen in Isaiah 46:10, where He proclaims, "My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please."

Redemption and Salvation

The power of God is most profoundly displayed in the work of redemption. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the ultimate demonstration of divine power over sin and death. Romans 1:4 states that Jesus "was declared with power to be the Son of God by His resurrection from the dead." This event signifies God's victory over the forces of evil and His ability to grant eternal life to believers. Furthermore, the Apostle Paul emphasizes the transformative power of the gospel in 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."

Miracles and Signs

Throughout the Bible, God's power is manifested through miracles and signs, serving as evidence of His divine authority and compassion. In the Old Testament, the plagues of Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea, and the provision of manna in the wilderness are all acts of God's mighty power. In the New Testament, Jesus performs numerous miracles, such as healing the sick, calming storms, and raising the dead, demonstrating His divine nature and authority. Acts 10:38 describes Jesus as one "who went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him."

Spiritual Empowerment

Believers are also recipients of God's power through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. Ephesians 3:16-17 prays that believers "may be strengthened with power through His Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith." This empowerment enables Christians to live godly lives, resist sin, and fulfill the Great Commission. The Apostle Paul assures believers in Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength," highlighting the sufficiency of God's power in the life of a believer.

In summary, the power of God is an essential attribute that permeates every aspect of His interaction with creation. It is a source of awe, comfort, and hope for believers, affirming God's ability to accomplish His will and fulfill His promises.

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Psalm 62:11
God has spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongs to God.
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Of God and his Attributes.
... of existence and duration, of knowledge and power, of pleasure ... to the Supreme Being,
we enlarge every one of these ... them togther, make our complex idea of God.". ...
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The Absurd Doctrine of Abaelard, who Attributes Properly and ...
... For one and the same thing cannot well be the proprium of two, that is ... he defines
to be not Power simply, but a certain kind of Power in God, namely, the ...
/.../chapter iii the absurd doctrine.htm

Whether God is a Body
... A live body is obviously nobler than a lifeless one. ... The ascription of three dimensions
to God denotes the extent of his power, by the simile of physical ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/nature and grace/article one whether god is.htm

Whether Presumption Relies on God, or on One's Own Power
... third point: presumption on the mercy of God includes turning ... the outcome of inordinate
desire for one's own good. ... as it attributes to the divine power what is ...
/.../aquinas/nature and grace/article one whether presumption relies.htm

To Each one his Work
... of light and pleasure and power.' This is the royal life to which God has called
all His people. The true Christian is one who knows God's power working in ...
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The Attractive Power of God
... by the heavenly Father with the might of His divine power. ... In order that God may
draw more to Himself, and forget ... Emptiness, as we see when we place one end of ...
/.../eckhart/meister eckharts sermons/i the attractive power of.htm

God's Sovereignty Defined
... He chooses, fashioning out of the same lump one vessel unto ... Sovereignty characterises
the whole Being of God. ... He is Sovereign in the exercise of His power. ...
/.../pink/the sovereignty of god/chapter one gods sovereignty defined.htm

Rome, Socinus, Arminius, Calvin.
... is something defective; three persons in one being, completeness ... himself is the image
of God, his whole being ... and active organism exerting influence and power. ...
/.../kuyper/the work of the holy spirit/vi rome socinus arminius calvin.htm

In Scripture, the True God Opposed, Exclusively, to all the Gods ...
... For power and energy are comprehended under the name Jehovah ... is so carefully given
that not one seems to ... In Jeremiah, where God proclaims the character in which ...
/.../calvin/the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 10 in scripture the.htm

My God Will Hear Me
... prayer, in its power with God, and His faithfulness to His promise to ... be said is
this: As little as we can comprehend God can we comprehend this, one of the ...
/.../murray/the ministry of intercession/chapter xii my god will.htm