What does "mighty arm" in Psalm 89:13 reveal about God's character?

◄ What does "mighty arm" show about God? ►

Scripture focus

Psalm 89:13: “Mighty is Your arm; strong is Your hand. Your right hand is exalted.”

Understanding the metaphor

- In Hebrew thought the “arm” represents visible, active power.

- Calling God’s arm “mighty” asserts literal, unlimited strength that intervenes in history.

- The verse pairs “arm,” “hand,” and “right hand,” piling up images to underline absolute capability.

Character traits highlighted

- Power that never diminishes

• Isaiah 40:10 – “See, the Lord GOD comes with power, and His arm rules for Him.”

- Sovereign authority

• Psalm 98:1 – “His right hand and His holy arm have worked salvation for Him.”

- Faithful protection

• Deuteronomy 33:27 – “The eternal God is your dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms.”

- Active deliverance

• Exodus 6:6 – “I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.”

- Triumph over opposition

• Luke 1:51 – “He has shown strength with His arm; He has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.”

How this truth plays out in Scripture

1. Egypt’s bonds shattered (Exodus 14:26-31).

2. Canaan conquered (Joshua 4:23-24).

3. Nations subdued in David’s reign (2 Samuel 8:6).

4. Final victory secured in Christ (Revelation 19:15).

Living in light of His mighty arm

- Confidence when culture shifts: His strength is constant.

- Courage in personal battles: the same arm that split the sea upholds you.

- Worship marked by awe: the incomparable power of God deserves wholehearted praise.