He Truly Is The Power!

Pompey the Great (military and political leader of the late Roman Republic), boasted, that, with one stamp of his foot, he could rouse all Italy to arms; but God, by one word of his mouth, can summon the inhabitants of heaven, earth, and the undiscovered worlds, to his aid, or bring new creatures into being to do his will.

Yes, God created us in His image (Genesis 1:26-27). And, we have been made as new: to be like Him, truly righteous and holy (Ephesians 4:24). But, we are not like God in that He was, is, and ever shall be (Hebrews 13:8; Jude 1:25). If we don't think of God as all-powerful and all-knowing then we really don't understand Him at all.

His power has, and knows no boundaries (Luke 1:37). Just look around, God's mighty hand is in everything you see. From the tiniest creature, to the dimmest star, His signature may be found there. God's power is everlasting; without end. He is the Alpha and Omega; the beginning and the end (Revelation 22:13).

As far a His abilities go, how about this: He alone has the power to create (Jeremiah 10:12; Jeremiah 32:17), and the power over Death (Hebrews 11:19a). Only God can make things happen whenever; however; and in whatsoever the infinite purity of His will desires.

Thankfully, in His infinite wisdom, He made Himself known to us through His Book, the Bible; displaying Himself sufficiently enough to provide us with a majestic idea of His power to do the impossible! Millions of us use it every day to spend quality time with God, both in reading and prayer,

Needless to say, if God's power is in everything, then that also includes us. It's true! The power is there, it just has to be accessed. It isn't rocket science. God never intended for it to be. There are at least 3 ways we can tap into God's power: by faith; by authority; and by seed (Luke 8:11).

Let's start with the obvious. If we don't have faith in Him, then we can't possibly hope to go any further. "Game over," as they say. Next, there's authority. Jesus said in John 14:12-14, that whatever you asked in his name he would do it. That word asked is translated as authority.

Therefore, Jesus gave you his authority to use. This means that by His authority things would be done on the earth through you by using His authority. Thus, even though He went back to the Father, he could work through you (John 14:10).

Lastly, the word of God is seed (Luke 8:11). According to Hebrews 4:12, it is quick (alive) and powerful. Romans 1:16 kicks it up a notch and says: it is the power of God. You see, God gave his word as a seed with His power in it. But a seed is only good if it is sown. That part is up to you!

God's power is awesome. With it, He has done mighty things. But, the mightiest thing He has done is to place His power inside you and I. Of course we can't do what only He can do. However, we can live our lives as He intended for us to do: with faith, love, obedience, and compassion.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:4; Romans 15:9; Ephesians 1:19; Luke 10:19; Acts 10:38

Prayer: Holy Father, I thank you for the beauty I see in everything created by your hand; You held back nothing in Your creation. Your power is immeasurable, as is Your love. In awe of Your works, I humbly offer you my most sincere praise and prayers for sharing it all with me. Amen

May your day be blessed!

Kymberly