THE ALMIGHTY GOD
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Genesis 17:1
“When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, ‘I am God Almighty; walk before me faithfully and be blameless.’”
Supporting Texts:
Job 42:2
Revelation 1:8
Isaiah 40:28
Jeremiah 32:17
Psalm 91:1
INTRODUCTION:
The Almighty God is the One who has supreme power and authority over all creation. He is El Shaddai, the All-Sufficient One, whose might and strength are limitless. His omnipotence means that there is no force, power, or situation that can challenge Him. Throughout Scripture, we see God demonstrating His almighty power in creation, deliverance, and the fulfillment of His promises. As believers, recognizing God as Almighty gives us the assurance that we are under the care and protection of the One who controls everything. This study will explore the various aspects of God’s almightiness and how it relates to our lives.
1. GOD IS ALMIGHTY IN CREATION
God’s power is seen from the beginning of time as He created the heavens and the earth by His word.
a) God Created Everything by His Word:
The entire universe was formed by the word of God, displaying His supreme power (Genesis 1:1-3).
b) God’s Power Is Sustaining Creation:
He not only created everything but also sustains all things by His mighty power (Colossians 1:17).
c) Creation Reveals God’s Majesty and Might:
The heavens declare the glory of God, and the earth shows His handiwork (Psalm 19:1).
d) God Has Control over All Natural Elements:
The winds, seas, and all elements of nature respond to the command of Almighty God (Matthew 8:27).
e) God’s Might Is Unquestionable in Creation:
No one can stand against His power, for He is the sovereign Creator of all things (Isaiah 45:12).
Biblical Example:
In the creation story, God’s almighty power is evident as He spoke everything into existence—light, land, sea, animals, and humans (Genesis 1).
2. GOD IS ALMIGHTY IN DELIVERANCE
God’s almightiness is evident in how He delivers His people from trouble and danger.
a) God Rescues His People from the Enemy:
He is able to deliver His children from the hands of any enemy, no matter how powerful (Exodus 14:30).
b) God’s Power Sets the Captives Free:
When the enemy holds people in bondage, God’s almighty hand is able to break every chain (Isaiah 61:1).
c) God Provides Miraculous Deliverance:
He can perform miracles that defy human logic to bring about deliverance (Daniel 3:27).
d) God’s Deliverance Is Final and Complete:
When God delivers, no enemy can reverse His work (Isaiah 43:13).
e) God Protects His People from Harm:
Under the shadow of His almighty wings, we find refuge and safety (Psalm 91:1).
Biblical Example:
God delivered the Israelites from Pharaoh’s oppression in Egypt, showcasing His almighty power through the plagues and the parting of the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21-22).
3. GOD IS ALMIGHTY IN FULFILLING HIS PROMISES
No word from God ever fails. He is faithful to fulfill every promise He makes.
a) God’s Promises Are Backed by His Power:
What God has spoken will surely come to pass because He has the power to bring it to fulfillment (Isaiah 55:11).
b) God’s Promises Are Unshakeable:
Unlike human promises, God’s promises are established forever, and nothing can alter them (Numbers 23:19).
c) God Has the Power to Bring Life to the Dead:
Even when situations seem dead and hopeless, God can still fulfill His promise (Romans 4:17).
d) God’s Timing Is Perfect:
God may delay, but He is never late, and His promises are fulfilled in His perfect timing (Habakkuk 2:3).
e) God Is Faithful to His Covenant:
He will never break His covenant, and His faithfulness endures to all generations (Psalm 105:8).
Biblical Example:
When God promised Abraham a son, He fulfilled that promise despite Sarah’s barrenness and Abraham’s old age, proving that nothing is impossible for the Almighty (Genesis 21:1-2).
4. GOD IS ALMIGHTY IN JUDGMENT
As the supreme ruler, God has the authority to judge the world with righteousness.
a) God’s Judgment Is Just and Fair:
He will judge the nations with righteousness, and no one can question His decisions (Psalm 9:8).
b) God Has the Power to Execute Judgment:
His authority is unmatched, and He will bring justice to the wicked and reward the righteous (Revelation 20:12).
c) God’s Judgment Cannot Be Overturned:
Once God passes judgment, no one can appeal or reverse His decision (Isaiah 43:13).
d) God Is Merciful in Judgment:
Even in judgment, God shows mercy to those who repent and turn to Him (Micah 7:18).
e) God’s Judgment Establishes His Sovereignty:
Through His judgments, God reveals His supreme authority over all creation (Psalm 96:13).
Biblical Example:
God’s judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah demonstrated His almighty authority to bring justice upon wickedness while showing mercy to the righteous like Lot (Genesis 19:24-25).
5. RESPONDING TO THE ALMIGHTY GOD
Knowing God as Almighty should inspire a deep reverence and trust in His power.
a) Fear the Lord and Honour His Power:
As we recognize God’s almightiness, we should respond with awe and reverence (Proverbs 9:10).
b) Trust in His Power to Save and Deliver:
No matter the circumstance, trust in God’s ability to bring you out of every trouble (Psalm 46:1).
c) Live a Life of Faith in God’s Promises:
Our faith should be anchored in the fact that God is almighty and nothing can stop His promises from being fulfilled (Hebrews 11:11).
d) Rest in God’s Sovereignty:
Because God is almighty, we can rest knowing that He is in control of all things, and His plans will stand (Psalm 115:3).
e) Worship God for His Greatness:
Our response should be a heart of worship, acknowledging God’s supreme power and majesty (Revelation 4:11).
Biblical Example:
The three Hebrew boys—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—trusted in the Almighty God, declaring that He was able to deliver them from the fiery furnace (Daniel 3:17).
CONCLUSION:
God is the Almighty One, supreme in power, wisdom, and authority. His almightiness is demonstrated in creation, deliverance, the fulfillment of His promises, and judgment. As we come to know Him as the Almighty, we are called to trust in His power, rest in His sovereignty, and honour Him with reverence. No situation is beyond His reach, and no force can stand against Him. The Almighty God is our refuge, strength, and salvation.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, I thank You for being the Almighty God in my life.
2. Lord, show Your almighty power in every situation I face.
3. Father, I ask for Your deliverance from every challenge confronting me.
4. Almighty God, let Your promises be fulfilled in my life.
5. Lord, let Your mighty hand protect and guide me daily.
6. Father, may Your almighty power fight my battles for me.
7. Lord, help me to trust in Your unfailing promises.
8. Almighty God, let Your sovereignty rule over every area of my life.
9. Father, I thank You for Your faithfulness in fulfilling Your word.
10. Lord, let Your mighty presence be evident in all I do.
