Earthly Eyes or
Heavenly Vision?

This week’s topic is God’s omnipotence, which means that God is all-powerful. Like the other attributes we have been discussing, this is another aspect of God’s character that is difficult for us to fully comprehend through our human perspective. It is also important that we consider it alongside His other attributes to gain a more complete understanding of who He is. One attribute closely related to God’s omnipotence is His sovereignty. God rules over all things with absolute authority, complete power, and total independence. He is not only all-powerful; He has the authority and freedom to exercise His power according to His will. That last point is important: God exercises His power according to His will, and His will is always consistent with His character. God’s power is never separated from His perfect holiness, wisdom, love, and knowledge. He is not simply powerful; He is perfectly good in everything He does. A.W. Tozer captures this idea well:

“God’s power is inexhaustible, and He always acts in the fullness of His perfect character. His might never operates apart from His wisdom, holiness, or love.” – Adapted from A.W. Tozer, The Knowledge of the Holy

When we think about God being all-powerful, our minds naturally turn to creation. The vastness of the universe, the complexity of life, and the wonders of the world around us are incredible reminders of His power. And rightfully so! But God’s power extends far beyond the act of creation. Here are a few other areas where Scripture reminds us of His power:
 

• The preservation of creation. God not only created the universe; He continues to sustain it.

• Governments and leaders. No human authority exists beyond God’s ultimate rule and sovereignty.

• Satan and demons. Even spiritual forces opposed to God are not equal to Him or beyond His authority.

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Consider these verses that help us understand the power of God:

“Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable.” – Isaiah 40:28

“Ah, Lord GOD! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you.” – Jeremiah 32:17

“I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.” – Job 42:2

As you reflect on these verses, consider what this means for us personally. God has adopted us as His children, not because we have earned His favor, but because of His grace. The same God whose power created and sustains the universe is the God who loves us and has made us His own.

What a humbling and comforting truth! We are not left to navigate life relying only on our own limited strength, wisdom, or understanding. Our heavenly Father has unlimited power, perfect wisdom, and perfect love. He is never powerless to accomplish His purposes, and He never exercises His power apart from His perfect character.

Earthly Eyes or Heavenly Vision?
Earthly eyes tend to focus on what we can control, what we can accomplish, and what we believe is possible. When circumstances seem impossible, we can become anxious, discouraged, or convinced that there is no way forward. We may even begin to measure what God can do by what we can understand. As a result, we may take matters into our own hands because we doubt that God can handle our situation.

Personal Reflection

• Am I facing a situation in which I doubt God can carry me through?