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The power of God is a central theme throughout the Bible, manifesting in various forms and demonstrating His sovereignty, might, and faithfulness. One of the most profound expressions of God's power is His ability to deliver His saints from peril, oppression, and sin. This divine deliverance is a testament to His covenantal love and His commitment to His people.

Old Testament Deliverances

In the Old Testament, God's power to deliver is vividly illustrated in the Exodus narrative. The Israelites, enslaved in Egypt, cried out to God, and He responded with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm. Through a series of miraculous plagues and the parting of the Red Sea, God delivered His people from Pharaoh's grasp. As Moses declared to the Israelites, "The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still" (Exodus 14:14).

Another notable example is the deliverance of Daniel from the lions' den. Despite the decree that no one should pray to any god or man except King Darius, Daniel remained faithful to God. As a result, he was thrown into the lions' den, but God sent an angel to shut the lions' mouths, showcasing His power to protect and deliver His faithful servant (Daniel 6:22).

New Testament Deliverances

In the New Testament, the power of God to deliver is most profoundly seen in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Jesus delivered many from physical ailments, demonic oppression, and even death. One such instance is the deliverance of the demon-possessed man in the region of the Gerasenes. Jesus commanded the unclean spirits to leave the man, demonstrating His authority over the spiritual realm (Mark 5:8).

The ultimate deliverance is found in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus delivered humanity from the bondage of sin and death. As Paul writes, "He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of His beloved Son" (Colossians 1:13).

Deliverance in the Early Church

The early church also experienced God's delivering power. In Acts 12, Peter was imprisoned by King Herod, but the church prayed earnestly for him. In response, an angel of the Lord appeared, and Peter's chains fell off, leading him out of the prison (Acts 12:7). This event underscores the power of prayer and God's ability to intervene in seemingly impossible situations.

Theological Implications

The deliverance of the saints by the power of God is not merely historical but carries profound theological implications. It affirms God's sovereignty and His active involvement in the lives of His people. It also highlights the importance of faith and obedience, as God's deliverance often comes in response to the faithfulness of His saints.

Moreover, the deliverance experienced by the saints serves as a foretaste of the ultimate deliverance that awaits all believers. The Apostle Paul speaks of the hope of eternal deliverance, stating, "The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed and will bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom" (2 Timothy 4:18).

In summary, the power of God to deliver His saints is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, demonstrating His might, faithfulness, and love. From the deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt to the resurrection of Jesus Christ, God's power is evident and continues to be a source of hope and assurance for believers today.

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Nehemiah 1:10
Now these are your servants and your people, whom you have redeemed by your great power, and by your strong hand.
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Daniel 3:17
If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king.
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God's People Delivered.
... and they are yet to see Him sitting on the right hand of power. ... and the roar of thunder,
the voice of the Son of God calls forth the sleeping saints. ...
/.../the great controversy between christ and satan /40 gods people delivered.htm

God's People Delivered
... and they are yet to see Him sitting on the right hand of power. ... and the roar of thunder,
the voice of the Son of God calls forth the sleeping saints. ...
/.../white/the great controversy/chapter 40 gods people delivered.htm

The Perseverance of the Saints
... cleave even to the best works of the saints. ... But God is faithful, who, having conferred
grace, mercifully ... of the flesh cannot prevail against the power of God ...
/.../anonymous/synod of dort/the perseverance of the saints.htm

The Great Power of God
... CHAPTER XIV THE GREAT POWER OF GOD. ... writings being borne in mind), the friend of
God' used purposely ... speaks of our dear lady,' and of the saints, though without ...
/.../bevan/three friends of god/chapter xiv the great power.htm

This HomilyWas Delivered in the Old Church of Antioch
... That this, therefore, may not be done towards the Saints, [1031] God permitted them ...
wonders, and that they contributed nothing of their own power; but that ...
/.../chrysostom/on the priesthood/homily i this homily was.htm

Praying Without Doubting
... he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the ... have put down all rule and
all authority and power. ... He shall come to be glorified in His saints, and to ...
/.../anderson/prayer availeth much/chapter 5 praying without doubting.htm

Perseverance of Saints.
... teaching, or unequivocally implying the fact of the fall and ruin of real saints. ...
even for one day or hoar, if not kept by the power of God through faith ...
/.../finney/systematic theology/lecture li perseverance of saints.htm

A Manifestation of God in Answer to Prayer
... to contend for the faith once delivered to the saints. ... of believers today are girded
with the power of the ... God did not answer their impassioned prayer in the ...
/.../anderson/prayer availeth much/chapter 7 a manifestation of.htm

God Has Everything to do with Prayer
... spared not his own Son, but delivered him up ... illimitable promise, the willingness
and the power of God ... men, than should the prayers of God's saints declare the ...
/.../bounds/the reality of prayer/iv god has everything to.htm

But Some Seem to be Moved by the Fact...
... But some seem to be moved by the fact, that the prayers of saints are often said
to have been heard. ... David was repeatedly delivered by the power of God. ...
/.../calvin/of prayer--a perpetual exercise of faith/chapter 26 but some seem.htm