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The power of God is a central theme throughout the Bible, manifesting in various forms and circumstances, particularly in the deliverance of His people. This divine power is not only a testament to God's sovereignty but also a demonstration of His covenantal faithfulness and love for His chosen ones.

Old Testament Deliverances

1. The Exodus from Egypt: One of the most significant displays of God's power is the deliverance of the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. Through a series of miraculous plagues, God demonstrated His supremacy over the gods of Egypt. The parting of the Red Sea is a pivotal moment, where God made a way for His people to escape Pharaoh's army. As recorded in Exodus 14:21-22 , "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."

2. Conquest of Canaan: The power of God is further exhibited in the conquest of Canaan, where He delivered the Promised Land into the hands of the Israelites. The fall of Jericho is a notable example, where the walls of the city collapsed after the Israelites marched around them for seven days, as instructed by God (Joshua 6:20).

3. Deliverance from Oppressors: Throughout the period of the Judges, God repeatedly delivered Israel from the hands of their enemies. Judges 2:16 states, "Then the LORD raised up judges, who delivered them from the hands of these raiders." This cycle of deliverance underscores God's enduring commitment to His people despite their recurring disobedience.

Prophetic Deliverances

1. Deliverance from Babylonian Exile: The return from Babylonian captivity is another profound demonstration of God's power. Through the decree of Cyrus, king of Persia, God orchestrated the return of the Jewish exiles to Jerusalem, fulfilling His promise through the prophets (Ezra 1:1-3).

2. Protection of Daniel and His Friends: In the book of Daniel, God's power is vividly displayed in the protection of Daniel in the lions' den and his friends in the fiery furnace. Daniel 6:22 records Daniel's testimony: "My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, because I was found innocent in His sight."

New Testament Deliverances

1. The Ministry of Jesus: The life and ministry of Jesus Christ are replete with instances of divine power. Jesus' miracles, such as healing the sick, casting out demons, and raising the dead, are acts of deliverance that reveal God's power and compassion. In Matthew 8:16-17 , it is written, "When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to Him, and He drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick."

2. The Resurrection: The resurrection of Jesus is the ultimate demonstration of God's power over sin and death. Romans 1:4 declares, "and who through the Spirit of holiness was appointed the Son of God in power by His resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord."

3. Deliverance from Sin: The New Testament emphasizes deliverance from sin through the atoning work of Christ. Colossians 1:13-14 states, "He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins."

Eschatological Deliverance

The Bible also speaks of a future deliverance, where God's power will be fully revealed in the final redemption of His people. Revelation 21:4 promises, "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away."

Throughout Scripture, the power of God in delivering His people is a recurring theme that underscores His omnipotence, faithfulness, and love. This divine power is not only historical but also present and future, assuring believers of God's continual presence and ultimate victory.

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Psalm 106:8
Nevertheless he saved them for his name's sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known.
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On the Offices of Our Lord Jesus Christ
... poor;" (Matthew 11:5;) because it exhibited GRACE and ... of lords," (Revelation 17:14,)
"all power being given ... unto Him every knee may bow." God also furnished or ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 1/disputation 14 on the offices.htm

The Epistle of Judas
... belief underlies the remark about the cities being exhibited as a ... they are unblemished,
and exulting in the power and goodness of the God who has ...
/.../moffat/the general epistles james peter and judas/the epistle of judas.htm

The Irish Articles of Religion. AD 1615.
... kings, and princes, is a usurped power, contrary to ... and offered, but also truly
exhibited and communicated. ... ought to be ministered unto God's people; and it is ...
/.../the irish articles of religion.htm

In the Creation of the World, and all Things in It, the True God ...
... to speak in due terms of the inestimable wisdom, power, justice, and goodness of
God, in the ... the immense treasures of wisdom and goodness exhibited in the ...
/.../calvin/the institutes of the christian religion/chapter 14 in the creation.htm

The Knowledge of God Conspicuous in the Creation, and Continual ...
... consider how it is that the Lord there manifests his wisdom, power, and energy ... 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

Entire Sanctification
... the stature of littleness, dwarfishness, and emptiness, is often exhibited. ... crimes
by all means in their power; and we ... The soul was made for God, and can never ...
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The Mouth of the Beast.
... on the beast an homage which was due only to God. ... subjects of the beast who should
fall into their power. ... In this was to be exhibited the patience and faith of ...
/.../bliss/a brief commentary on the apocalypse/the mouth of the beast.htm

The Life of Christ.
... and interesting illustrations of His presence, His power, His wisdom, and ... things
pertaining to the kingdom of God," [31:1 ... the types, how He was exhibited in the ...
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On Marriage.
... had no other joy than this, that it exhibited to us a ... it is the liberty of the children
of God to which ... of her way all restrictions, so that the power of their ...
/.../schleiermacher/selected sermons of schleiermacher/vii on marriage.htm

Different Degrees of Knowledge.
... God is the person of the truth which is exhibited; and the subject is the power
of faith ... of the Lord; [3431] for the deposit rendered to God, according to ...
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