Circumstances a times become overwhelming that believers feel left alone and wander why their belief in God does not provide a way for them, making them feel they are in an impossible situation. Matthew 19:26 and Luke 18:27 echo the words of Jesus, “‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.'” This reveals Jesus’ teaching on God’s power to make the impossible possible.
Some Biblical Examples:
- Sarah’s barrenness (Genesis 11:30; 21:2-3): God made it possible for Sarah to conceive at 90 years old, despite her advanced age and infertility.
- The parting of the Red Sea (Exodus 14:13-31): God divided the sea, allowing the Israelites to escape Pharaoh’s army.
- The resurrection of Lazarus (John 11:1-44): Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, demonstrating God’s power over death.
- The feeding of the 5,000 (Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-44; Luke 9:10-17): Jesus multiplied five loaves and two fish to feed a vast crowd.
- Daniel in the lions’ den (Daniel 6:1-24): God protected Daniel from hungry lions.
Principles to live by
- Faith: Trust in God’s power and promises (Hebrews 11:6).
- Prayer: Seek God’s intervention and guidance (Philippians 4:6-7).
- Obedience: Follow God’s will and commands (John 14:15).
- Surrender: Yield to God’s sovereignty and timing (Romans 8:28).
Modern-Day Applications:
- Financial struggles: God provides unexpected resources or opportunities.
- Health crises: God can heal or provide strength amidst suffering.
- Relationship challenges: God can restore or bring new relationships.
- Seemingly impossible tasks: God can grant wisdom, courage, and ability.
Key Takeaways:
- God’s power is limitless.
- Human impossibilities become possible with God.
- Faith, prayer, obedience, and surrender are essential.
Additional Verses:
- Jeremiah 32:17 (NIV): “Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.”
- Psalm 115:1 (NIV): “Not to us, Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness.”
- Ephesians 3:20-21 (NIV): “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.”
God will never let dash your fervent hope and trust in His ability to turn impossible conditions into possible ones. Don’t give up; keep pressing forward.