In what ways can acknowledging God's power strengthen our faith and trust? \Power Proclaimed in Psalm 68:34\ “Proclaim the power of God, whose majesty is over Israel, whose power is in the heavens.” \Foundational Truths about God’s Power\ • Limitless: “Ah, Lord GOD! You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm; nothing is too difficult for You!” (Jeremiah 32:17) • Personal: “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us…” (Ephesians 3:20) • Active: “He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak.” (Isaiah 40:29) \Ways Acknowledging His Power Strengthens Faith and Trust\ 1. Assurance of Sovereignty – Seeing His throne above all rulers steadies the heart (Psalm 93:1). 2. Freedom from Fear – “The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread?” (Psalm 27:1) 3. Unshakeable Hope – “Those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength.” (Isaiah 40:31) 4. Bold Obedience – Knowing “the battle is not yours, but God’s” emboldens action (2 Chronicles 20:15). 5. Perseverance in Weakness – “My power is perfected in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:9) 6. Confidence in Prayer – His limitless ability invites big, faith-filled requests (Ephesians 3:20). \Practical Habits for Keeping His Power in View\ • Memorize key verses (Psalm 68:34; Jeremiah 32:17; Romans 8:31). • Recount answered prayers; keep a written record of God’s interventions. • Sing songs that declare His might (Exodus 15:2; Psalm 59:16). • Share testimonies within family and church; hearing strengthens everyone. • Reflect daily on creation’s grandeur (Psalm 19:1), reminding the mind and emotions of His creative authority. \Living Today in Strengthened Trust\ Continual recognition of God’s unmatched power moves faith from theory to vibrant reality. Hearts rest, voices praise, hands serve, and feet advance—confident that the God whose power fills the heavens is personally committed to those who proclaim His name. |
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