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The concept of the glory of God is central to Christian theology, representing the manifestation of His divine attributes and presence. One of the most profound ways God's glory is exhibited is through His power, which is evident throughout the biblical narrative. This power is not only a demonstration of His might but also a testament to His sovereignty, authority, and majesty.

Creation as a Display of Divine Power

The opening chapters of Genesis reveal the glory of God through the act of creation. "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth" (Genesis 1:1). The sheer act of speaking the universe into existence showcases His unparalleled power. The psalmist echoes this sentiment, declaring, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands" (Psalm 19:1). The intricate design and vastness of creation reflect God's omnipotence and serve as a continuous testament to His glory.

Miracles as Manifestations of Power

Throughout the Old and New Testaments, miracles serve as tangible expressions of God's power. In the Exodus narrative, God's power is vividly displayed through the plagues in Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea, and the provision of manna in the wilderness. These acts not only deliver His people but also reveal His glory to both Israel and the surrounding nations. In the New Testament, Jesus' miracles, such as calming the storm (Mark 4:39) and raising Lazarus from the dead (John 11:43-44), further demonstrate divine power, affirming His identity as the Son of God and revealing the glory of the Father.

Sustaining and Governing the Universe

God's power is not limited to acts of creation and miracles; it is also evident in His ongoing sustenance and governance of the universe. Hebrews 1:3 states, "The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature, upholding all things by His powerful word." This continuous upholding of creation underscores His omnipotence and the glory inherent in His sovereign rule.

Redemption and Salvation

The power of God is supremely displayed in the work of redemption. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the pinnacle of divine power, conquering sin and death. Paul writes, "And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit, who lives in you" (Romans 8:11). This transformative power not only reveals God's glory but also assures believers of their future resurrection and eternal life.

Judgment and Justice

God's power is also manifest in His righteous judgment. The prophetic literature often speaks of the "day of the Lord," a time when God's power will be revealed in judgment against sin and evil. Isaiah 2:12 declares, "For the Day of the LORD of Hosts will come against all the proud and lofty, against all that is exalted—it will be humbled." This aspect of divine power underscores His holiness and justice, further revealing His glory.

The Power of God in the Believer's Life

Believers are called to live in the power of God, which is made available through the Holy Spirit. Ephesians 3:20 proclaims, "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." This power enables Christians to live godly lives, bear witness to the gospel, and experience the fullness of God's glory in their daily walk.

In summary, the glory of God is magnificently exhibited in His power, which is evident in creation, miracles, sustenance, redemption, judgment, and the believer's life. This power not only reveals His divine nature but also invites humanity to recognize, worship, and trust in the Almighty God.

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Exodus 15:1,6
Then sang Moses and the children of Israel this song to the LORD, and spoke, saying, I will sing to the LORD, for he has triumphed gloriously: the horse and his rider has he thrown into the sea.
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Romans 6:4
Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life.
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Why Man was not Made Perfect from the Beginning.
... 3. With God there are simultaneously exhibited power, wisdom, and ... kindness, receive
growth and a long period of existence, do reflect the glory of the ...
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The Power of Christianity.
... who was made unto us wisdom from God, and righteousness ... written, he that glorieth,
let him glory in the ... Caligula, Nero, and Domitian, and exhibited a picture ...
/.../schaff/history of the christian church volume i/section 44 the power of.htm

The Patience of Christ.
... patience in all its fulness and perfection the Son of God exhibited in His ... childhood
was spent, and when in His twelfth year the Glory of His Deity flashed ...
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The New Covenant: a Covenant of Grace
... of meetness for God's indwelling, that the glory of grace ... me according to the working
of His power." "The grace ... tells us of "the grace of God" exhibited in the ...
/.../murray/the two covenants/chapter xiv the new covenant .htm

The Ascension of Messiah to Glory
... They exhibited a faint and general outline of the mediation and glory of MESSIAH. ...
The word glory, when applied to the blessed God, seems to denote that ...
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The Knowledge of God Conspicuous in the Creation, and Continual ...
... It is indeed true, that the brightest manifestation of divine glory finds not ... of
the ungodly in not pondering the deep counsels of God, as exhibited in the ...
/.../calvin/the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 5 the knowledge of.htm

Jesus Life-Giver and Judge.
... which receive glory one of another, and the glory that cometh from the only God
ye seek not ... on the Sabbath resulted from and exhibited His perfect unison ...
/.../xiii jesus life-giver and judge.htm

Three Things Briefly to be Regarded in Christ --viz. His Offices ...
... A visible symbol of this grace was exhibited at the ... that put all things under him,
that God may be ... merely is, that, in that perfect glory, the administration ...
/.../the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 15 three things briefly.htm

Impiety of Attributing a visible Form to God. --The Setting up of ...
... and flame, though they were symbols of heavenly glory (Deut.4:11 ... 25:17, 18, 21),
where, under the Law, God exhibited the presence of his power, was so ...
/.../the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 11 impiety of attributing.htm

(As to Whether a Priest May Minister after a Lapse. )
... the holy Church, that if they have fallen, and thereafter have exhibited a right ...
says: "All have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; being justified ...
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