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The concept of the "Power of God" is a central theme throughout the Bible, illustrating God's supreme authority, might, and ability to accomplish His divine will. The magnification of God's power is evident in His creation, His acts of deliverance, His miracles, and His ultimate plan for redemption through Jesus Christ.

Creation and Sustenance

The power of God is first revealed in the act of creation. Genesis 1:1 states, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." This foundational verse underscores God's omnipotence, as He spoke the universe into existence. Psalm 33:6 further emphasizes this, "By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and all the stars by the breath of His mouth." God's power is not only in creating but also in sustaining His creation, as seen in Hebrews 1:3, "The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature, upholding all things by His powerful word."

Deliverance and Miracles

Throughout the Old Testament, God's power is magnified through acts of deliverance. The Exodus narrative is a prime example, where God delivers the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. Exodus 14:21-22 describes the parting of the Red Sea, "Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the LORD drove the sea back with a strong east wind and turned it into dry land. So the waters were divided, and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on their right and on their left." This miraculous event showcases God's power over nature and His ability to save His people.

In the New Testament, Jesus Christ embodies the power of God through His miracles. In Matthew 8:26-27, Jesus calms a storm, demonstrating His authority over creation, "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!'" The miracles of Jesus serve as a testament to His divine nature and the power of God working through Him.

Redemption and Resurrection

The ultimate magnification of God's power is seen in the redemption of humanity through Jesus Christ. Romans 1:16 declares, "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes." The gospel message is the manifestation of God's power to transform lives and bring salvation to all who have faith in Christ.

The resurrection of Jesus is the pinnacle of God's power, as it conquers sin and death. In 1 Corinthians 15:4, Paul affirms, "He was buried, and He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures." The resurrection is a powerful demonstration of God's victory over the grave and His promise of eternal life to believers.

Empowerment of Believers

God's power is not only displayed in His mighty acts but is also imparted to believers through the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:8 promises, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." This empowerment enables Christians to live out their faith boldly and to fulfill the Great Commission.

Ephesians 3:20-21 further highlights the power of God at work within believers, "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, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen." This passage encourages believers to trust in God's limitless power to accomplish His purposes in and through their lives.

In summary, the power of God is a profound and pervasive theme in Scripture, revealing His sovereignty, might, and love for His creation. From creation to redemption, God's power is magnified in His works and His relationship with humanity.

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Psalm 21:13
Be you exalted, LORD, in your own strength: so will we sing and praise your power.
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Jude 1:25
To the only wise God our Savior, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.
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God's Love Magnified in Christ's Death.
... GOD'S LOVE MAGNIFIED IN CHRIST'S DEATH ... that it should soon altogether lose its authority
and power"a law ... as the means by which they could please God and make ...
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Scriptural Instances Wherein it is Proved that God Has Men's Wills ...
... premised, "And David continued to increase, and was magnified, and the ... If, then,
when God wills to set up kings in ... the wills of men more in His power than they ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 45 scriptural instances wherein it.htm

The Story of God's Mighty Acts
... God was exceedingly magnified, for sinners were abundantly saved. ... that could not
get into any edifice; and while preaching, the power of God came upon the ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 5 1859/the story of gods mighty.htm

Prayer and the Word of God (Continued)
... We find, furthermore, the power of prayer to create a real love ... Would we have a relish
for God's Word ... Our Lord was a man of prayer, and He magnified the Word of ...
/.../bounds/the necessity of prayer/xiii prayer and the word.htm

Extracts from the Acts. Session ii.
... Apostolic Roman Church holds the first rank, and the authority of power, now and ...
has come to pass in the days of their reign, God has magnified their pious ...
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Letter Lxi. --Letter to Maximus. (Written About 371 AD )
... them learn that the crucified Christ is at once Lord of Glory, and the Power of
God ... [4794] ' For what He endured by means of the Body, He magnified as God. ...
/.../select works and letters or athanasius/letter lxi letter to maximus written.htm

The Marcionite Interpretation of God and Mammon Refuted the ...
... the Lord knoweth your hearts," [4792] he magnified the power of that God who declared
Himself to be as a lamp, "searching the reins and the heart." [4793] When ...
/.../chapter xxxiii the marcionite interpretation of.htm

The Magnificence of Prayer
... in that very same way that our Lord magnified His royal ... robe and a diadem in the
sight of God, and when ... also, that the aceptableness of it, and the power of it ...
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King of Kings and Lord of Lords
... The thigh is the emblem of power, and is the part of the body on which the sword
is girded (Psalm 45:3 ... Thus the God of Israel was more magnified, and the ...
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Ephesus
... them all, and the name of the Lord Jesus was magnified.". ... influence is exerted to
cause men to forget God, there Satan is exercising his bewitching power. ...
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