Topical Encyclopedia The term "supernatural" refers to phenomena or entities that are beyond or outside the laws of nature and human understanding. In the context of the Bible, the supernatural encompasses the actions and presence of God, angels, demons, miracles, and other divine interventions that transcend natural laws.God and the Supernatural The Bible begins with a supernatural act: the creation of the universe. Genesis 1:1 states, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." This act of creation is a foundational supernatural event, demonstrating God's omnipotence and sovereignty over all things. Throughout Scripture, God reveals Himself through supernatural means, such as the burning bush in Exodus 3:2, where "the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a flame of fire from within a bush." Miracles Miracles are a significant aspect of the supernatural in the Bible. They serve as signs of God's power and authority. In the New Testament, Jesus performs numerous miracles, such as turning water into wine (John 2:1-11), feeding the five thousand (Matthew 14:13-21), and raising Lazarus from the dead (John 11:38-44). These acts confirm His divine nature and mission. The apostles also perform miracles, as seen in Acts 3:6-8, where Peter heals a lame man, saying, "In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, get up and walk!" Angels and Demons Angels are supernatural beings created by God to serve as His messengers and agents. They appear throughout the Bible, delivering messages, providing guidance, and offering protection. For example, in Luke 1:26-38, the angel Gabriel announces the birth of Jesus to Mary. Hebrews 1:14 describes angels as "ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation." Conversely, demons are fallen angels who oppose God's purposes. They are depicted as malevolent forces that can possess individuals, as seen in Mark 5:1-20, where Jesus casts out a legion of demons from a man. Ephesians 6:12 warns believers of the spiritual battle against these forces: "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world's darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." Prophecy Prophecy is another supernatural element in the Bible, where God reveals future events through His chosen prophets. These prophecies often serve to guide, warn, or encourage God's people. In the Old Testament, prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah deliver messages about the coming Messiah and the future of Israel. In the New Testament, the Book of Revelation provides a prophetic vision of the end times, as revealed to the Apostle John. The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is a supernatural presence that empowers, guides, and comforts believers. In Acts 2:1-4, the Holy Spirit descends upon the apostles at Pentecost, enabling them to speak in different tongues and proclaim the gospel. The Holy Spirit is described as a counselor and helper in John 14:26: "But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have told you." Resurrection The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the pinnacle of supernatural events in the Bible. It is the cornerstone of Christian faith, demonstrating victory over sin and death. In 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Paul emphasizes its importance: "For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures." The resurrection assures believers of their future resurrection and eternal life with God. The supernatural elements in the Bible reveal the power and majesty of God, affirming His active involvement in the world and His ultimate plan for humanity. Topical Bible Verses Isaiah 40:22It is he that sits on the circle of the earth, and the inhabitants thereof are as grasshoppers; that stretches out the heavens as a curtain, and spreads them out as a tent to dwell in: Topicalbible.org Job 26:7 Matthew 5:18 Hebrews 1:14 Genesis 1:1-31 Leviticus 19:31 Hebrews 4:12 Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (a.) Being beyond, or exceeding, the power or laws of nature; miraculous.Greek 3701. optasia -- an appearing ... Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: optasia Phonetic Spelling: (op-tas-ee'-ah) Short Definition: a vision, supernatural appearance Definition: ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3701.htm - 7k 2390. iaomai -- to heal 3131. manna -- manna 595. apothesis -- a putting away 1142. daimon -- a demon 3705. horama -- that which is seen 1936. epithesis -- a laying on, an assault 5059. teras -- a wonder, marvel 1114. goes -- a wailer, a sorcerer, a swindler 2392. iasis -- a healing Library Miracles and Supernatural Religion How we Achieve Supernatural Sight in Our Inward Workings Connexion of all the Supernatural Facts in Christ's Manifestation. Letter vii. --Supernatural Fears. Supernatural Prudence. Of the Supernatural Providence which God Uses Towards Reasonable ... Human Beings are Creatures, in a Condition of Nature -- which Can ... Transition from the Natural to the Supernatural in the Miracles. Miracles and Supernatural Religion The Second State of Prayer. Its Supernatural Character. Thesaurus Supernatural (2 Occurrences)... miraculous. Multi-Version Concordance Supernatural (2 Occurrences). 1 Corinthians 10:3 and all ate the same spiritual food; (See RSV). ... /s/supernatural.htm - 7k Tongues (67 Occurrences) Curse (211 Occurrences) Images (158 Occurrences) Temptation (22 Occurrences) Revelation (52 Occurrences) Virgin (62 Occurrences) Inspire (3 Occurrences) Inspired (20 Occurrences) Magic (12 Occurrences) Resources What is supernaturalism? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is continuationism? What is a continuationist? | GotQuestions.org What is nontheism? What does it mean to be nontheistic? | GotQuestions.org Supernatural: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Supernatural (2 Occurrences)1 Corinthians 10:3 1 Corinthians 10:4 Subtopics Related Terms |
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