What does the "voice of the Almighty" teach us about God's authority? The Verse in Focus “When they moved, I heard the sound of their wings like the roar of many waters, like the voice of the Almighty, like the tumult of an army. When they stood still, they lowered their wings.” (Ezekiel 1:24) An Overwhelming Auditory Picture • “Roar of many waters” points to unstoppable power (cf. Revelation 1:15). • “Tumult of an army” conveys irresistible authority and order. • The imagery places God’s voice above all created sounds—He alone commands the scene. What This Reveals About God’s Sovereignty • Creative authority – “And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light.” (Genesis 1:3) • Sustaining authority – “He upholds all things by His powerful word.” (Hebrews 1:3) • Commanding authority – “For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood fast.” (Psalm 33:9) God’s Voice Versus Every Other Voice • Nature obeys instantly (Job 37:4-5). • Angelic beings align their movement with it (Ezekiel 1:24). • Humanity must bow to it: “The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is majestic.” (Psalm 29:4) Living Under That Authority Today • Scripture is the present expression of His voice—final, sufficient, non-negotiable. • Listening means more than hearing; it demands obedience (Luke 11:28). • Trust grows as we recall His voice shaped creation itself; He can shape our circumstances too. • Reverence deepens when we realize the same voice will one day summon every soul to account (John 5:28-29). Key Takeaways • God’s voice is unmatched in power, purpose, and reach. • When He speaks, reality conforms; nothing resists His decree. • Submitting to Scripture places us under the protective, life-giving authority of the Almighty. |
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