The concept of the "mighty power of God" is a central theme throughout the Bible, reflecting God's omnipotence, sovereignty, and ability to accomplish His divine will. This power is evident in creation, history, and the lives of individuals, demonstrating that nothing is beyond God's control or capability.

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 ability to bring the universe into existence by His word alone. 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 mighty power is not only creative but also sustaining, as Hebrews 1:3 declares, "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 Salvation

Throughout the Old Testament, God's mighty power is demonstrated in His deliverance of His people. The Exodus from Egypt is a prime example, where God displayed His power through the plagues and the parting of the Red Sea. Exodus 15:6 proclaims, "Your right hand, O LORD, is majestic in power; Your right hand, O LORD, has shattered the enemy." This deliverance is a foreshadowing of the ultimate salvation through Jesus Christ, who, by His death and resurrection, conquered sin and death. Romans 1:16 affirms, "For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes."

Judgment and Justice

God's power is also evident in His righteous judgment. The Bible recounts numerous instances where God exercises His power to bring justice, such as the flood in Noah's time (Genesis 6-9) and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19). These acts serve as reminders of God's authority and the certainty of His justice. Revelation 19:1-2 praises God for His judgments, "Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God, for His judgments are true and just."

Empowerment of Believers

The New Testament reveals that God's mighty power is available to believers through the Holy Spirit. Ephesians 1:19-20 speaks of "the surpassing greatness of His power to us who believe. He displayed this power in the working of His mighty strength, which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead." This power enables believers to live godly lives, resist sin, and fulfill the Great Commission. Philippians 4:13 encourages believers with the assurance, "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."

Eternal Kingdom

Finally, God's mighty power assures the establishment of His eternal kingdom. Daniel 2:44 prophesies, "In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed." The book of Revelation confirms this ultimate victory, where God's power culminates in the new heaven and new earth (Revelation 21:1-4).

In summary, the mighty power of God is a testament to His unparalleled authority and ability to accomplish His purposes. It is a source of hope, strength, and assurance for believers, affirming that God's will is both unstoppable and benevolent.Job 9:4
He is wise in heart, and mighty in strength: who has hardened himself against him, and has prospered?
Torrey's Topical Textbook

Psalm 89:13
You have a mighty arm: strong is your hand, and high is your right hand.
Torrey's Topical Textbook

1411. dunamis -- (miraculous) power, might, strength
... "Power through God's ability" (1411 ... Word Origin from dunamai Definition (miraculous)
power, might, strength ... 4), meaning (1), mightily (1), mighty (1), miracle ...
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2478. ischuros -- strong, mighty
... strong (originally and generally of physical strength); mighty, powerful, vehement ...
For the believer, 2478 () is God's power "standing by" -- ready to itself to ...
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2900. krataios -- strong
... Short Definition: strong, powerful Definition: strong, powerful, mighty. Cognate:
2900 (from 2904 ) -- (manifested) power, referring to God's supreme mastery ...
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410. el -- God, in pl. gods
... gods (3), helpless* (1), mighty (3), Mighty One (3), power (1), strong
(1). God, goodly, great, idol, mighty one, power, strong. ...
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God Showed Himself, by the Fall of Man, as Patient, Benign ...
... of man, as patient, benign, merciful, mighty to save ... 1. Long-suffering therefore
was God, when man became a ... it showed the kindness and transcendent power of God ...
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In God's Name I Beseech You Let Prayer Nourish Your Soul as Your ...
... the power of God. Praying men means much more than men who say prayers; much more
than men who pray by habit. It means men with whom prayer is a mighty force ...
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God Has Everything to do with Prayer
... How mighty prayer is with God may be seen as he readily sets aside His ... are found
in the illimitable promise, the willingness and the power of God to answer ...
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The Power of the Blood of the Lamb
... It is, however, most important for us that we should see what it is that gives the
Blood of Christ its mighty power with God on behalf of men, for then we ...
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The Person and Work of the Substitute
... volumes in whose brief but blessed pages are written the records of God's mighty
mercy; records ... It is this gospel which is "the power of God unto salvation ...
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Marcion's Cavils Considered. His Objection Refuted, IE , Man's ...
... is reputed"good, and prescient, and mighty"so has ... happened, because He is not such
a God. ... in question"namely, His goodness and foreknowledge, and power. ...
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The Power of Little Things.
... When we are like lambs God can use us, and we are strong in His service. We can
all be weak can we not? Then let us lean on the mighty power of God. ...
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Impossible with Man, Possible with God
... Look at Christ's resurrection. We are taught that it was according to the exceeding
greatness of His mighty power that God raised Christ from the dead. ...
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The Absolute Godhood of God is Seen in Salvation
... They know not that they have no more power to thwart His secret counsel ... of the
profoundest mysteries of the Incarnation is that "the mighty God" descended from ...
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Power "In" and "Upon. "
... before Peter preached that memorable sermon, as they were praying, the Holy Ghost
came, and came in mighty power. We now pray for the Spirit of God to come ...
//christianbookshelf.org/moody/secret power/chapter ii power in and.htm

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