What does it mean to stand for Jesus in these last days? Inspired by Desmond Doss’s prayer, this message encourages us to let the Holy Spirit work through us and to pray boldly for others. Visit awr.org to watch more testimonials and read miracle stories that will inspire your faith. Like, comment, and subscribe for more uplifting stories of courage and conviction. #FaithJourney #PowerOfPrayer #HolySpiritAtWork #awr #adventistworldradio Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJK7bkfiS2c #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JktytimiASs
Monday: Pantokrator
Daily Lesson for Monday 17th of February 2025
Throughout Scripture, God’s amazing power is made manifest. The Bible includes countless narratives of His exercising His power and working miracles. And yet, despite this, many things happen that God does not want to happen.
Read Revelation 11:17, Jeremiah 32:17-20, Luke 1:37, and Matthew 19:26. Consider also Hebrews 1:3. What do these passages teach about God’s power?
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These texts and others teach that God is all-powerful and that He sustains the world by His power. Indeed, Revelation repeatedly refers to God as the “Lord God Almighty” (for example, Revelation 11:17; compare with 2 Corinthians 6:18, Revelation 1:8, Revelation 16:14, Revelation 19:15, Revelation 21:22) and the word translated “Almighty” (pantokrator) literally means “all-powerful.” The fact that God is all-powerful is not only affirmed in words but also manifest in the many amazing instances in which God uses His power to deliver His people or otherwise miraculously intervenes in the world.
However, to say God is “all-powerful” does not mean that God can do anything whatsoever. Scripture teaches that there are some things God cannot do; for example, 2 Timothy 2:13 declares, God “cannot deny Himself” (NKJV).
Accordingly, most Christians agree that God is all-powerful (omnipotent), meaning that God has the power to do anything that does not involve a contradiction—that is, anything that is logically possible and consistent with God’s nature. That some things are not possible for God because they would involve a contradiction is apparent in Christ’s prayer in Gethsemane. While Christ affirmed that “with God all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26), He also prayed to the Father as the crucifixion neared, “ ‘O My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as You will’ ” (Matthew 26:39, NKJV).
Of course, the Father possessed the sheer power to deliver Christ from suffering on the cross, but He could not do this while also saving sinners. It had to be one or the other, not both.
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Scripture also teaches that God wants to save everyone (for example, 1 Timothy 2:4-6, Titus 2:11, 2 Peter 3:9, Ezekiel 33:11), but not everyone will be saved. What does this fact teach about the reality of free will and the limits of God’s power with beings granted free will? |
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Desmond Doss’s testimony and the stories of AWR listeners remind us of the power of prayer and the importance of standing firm on God’s Word. Are you ready to make an eternal impact? Watch this video to learn how you can fight your battles on your knees and live a life of bold faith. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring content. #PrayerAndFaith #UnashamedOfTheGospel #HeroesOfFaith #awr #adventistworldradio Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJK7bkfiS2c #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHN89__t3Ak
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What does it mean to be loyal to God? Desmond Doss’s heroic faith during World War II is a powerful reminder of what it looks like to stand boldly for God’s truth. Today, AWR listeners are following his example, taking their stand for Jesus no matter the cost. Watch to learn how you can live a life of prayer, Bible study, and courageous witnessing. Like, comment, and subscribe for more faith-filled content. #FaithInAction #StandForTruth #DesmondDoss #awr #adventistworldradio Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJK7bkfiS2c #short Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NJtHzLsi1A
Editorial: Fundamentalism or Simple Faith?
A friend of mine wrote this note to me: I think our church falls under the fundamentalist umbrella—and the so-called progressives do not feel at home. The trouble with fundamentalism is that it is “kicking against the pricks” of reality, and cannot stand scrutiny. This would mean that the church will only be successful evangelically […] Source: https://atoday.org/editorial-fundamentalism-or-simple-faith/
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