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The power of Christ is a central theme in Christian theology, emphasizing His divine authority and supremacy over all creation. This power is not only a testament to His divinity but also a source of hope and strength for believers. The Berean Standard Bible provides numerous passages that highlight the supreme power of Christ.

Divine Authority and Creation

Christ's power is first and foremost evident in His role in creation. John 1:3 states, "Through Him all things were made, and without Him nothing was made that has been made." This verse underscores Christ's supreme authority as the agent of creation, affirming that everything in existence owes its origin to Him. Colossians 1:16-17 further elaborates, "For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together." These passages collectively affirm that Christ's power is not limited to the physical realm but extends to all spiritual and cosmic dimensions.

Miracles and Authority Over Nature

The Gospels provide numerous accounts of Christ's miraculous works, demonstrating His power over nature and the physical world. In Matthew 8:26-27 , Jesus calms a storm with a mere command: "Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm. The men were amazed and asked, 'What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the sea obey Him!'" This event illustrates His authority over the natural elements, reinforcing His divine supremacy.

Power Over Life and Death

Christ's power is supremely manifested in His authority over life and death. In John 11:25 , Jesus declares, "I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies." This statement precedes the raising of Lazarus from the dead, a powerful demonstration of His control over mortality. Furthermore, Christ's own resurrection is the ultimate testament to His power over death, as described in Romans 6:9 : "We know that since Christ was raised from the dead, He cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over Him."

Spiritual Authority and Forgiveness

Christ's power extends to the spiritual realm, where He exercises authority over sin and offers forgiveness. In Mark 2:10 , Jesus asserts, "But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins..." This declaration, made before healing a paralytic, highlights His divine prerogative to forgive, a power reserved for God alone. His sacrificial death and resurrection further solidify His role as the redeemer, providing salvation and eternal life to believers.

Eternal Reign and Sovereignty

The supremacy of Christ's power is also evident in His eternal reign and sovereignty. Revelation 19:16 proclaims, "On His robe and on His thigh He has a name written: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS." This title affirms His ultimate authority over all earthly and heavenly powers. Philippians 2:9-11 echoes this sentiment: "Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."

In summary, the power of Christ is described as supreme throughout Scripture, encompassing creation, nature, life, death, sin, and eternal sovereignty. His divine authority is a cornerstone of Christian faith, offering believers assurance of His ultimate control and redemptive power.

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Ephesians 1:20,21
Which he worked in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places,
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1 Peter 3:22
Who is gone into heaven, and is on the right hand of God; angels and authorities and powers being made subject to him.
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Answer to Another Objection, Showing that the Destruction of ...
... the Baptist points out, when he says of Christ, "He shall ... made free in his will,
and with power over himself ... 2 Samuel 5:7, where David is described as taking ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter iv answer to another objection.htm

Aaron, his Office no Palliation of his Sin, 61.
... greater than the Jewish, [356]48; power of the ... Priesthood, supreme importance of
the, [366]40; difficulties ... Transfiguration, the, of Christ, described, [441]100 ...
/.../chrysostom/on the priesthood/aaron his office no palliation.htm

The Book of Christ
... The miracles reported of Christ have this for their ... is significant that practically
all the miracles described are those ... is this use to which the power was put ...
/.../mcconnell/understanding the scriptures/chapter v the book of.htm

Introductory Address
... progress of the Body of Christ towards its goal is described by St ... give power, but
in such wise that that power is useless ... 1) The Spirit of Christ conforming our ...
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The Man that Stopped Jesus
... you will recall the way in which that last journey to Jerusalem is described in
the ... It teaches a wonderful lesson as to the power which Christ puts into ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture e/the man that stopped jesus.htm

Of the Power of the Church in Articles of Faith. The Unbridled ...
... But if this power of the church which is here described be contrasted ... the people
of God, there will be no more agreement than that of Christ with Belial ...
/.../calvin/the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 8 of the power.htm

Wisdom and Revelation.
... experience the spiritual and moral dynamic exercised by God on Christ when He ... This
is described as "the exceeding greatness of His power." The same ...
/.../thomas/the prayers of st paul/vii wisdom and revelation.htm

The Brazen Serpent
... downwards to a condition which can only be described as death ... that the past shall
be forgiven, and the power of sin ... 'The blood of Jesus Christ cleanseth from ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture i/the brazen serpent.htm

On the Roman Pontiff, and the Principal Titles which Are
... of Lords." (Revelation 19:16.) Christ alone is thus described. But the Roman Pontiff
is not Christ. The distinction of plenary power, with regard to spiritual ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 1/disputation 21 on the roman.htm

On the Person of the Father and the Son
... the term "Person," we comprehend such things as we have now described; and since ...
the Apostles are said to perform miracles in the name and power of Christ. ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 1/disputation 5 on the person.htm