Elohim, The Omnipotent God
“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Gen. 1:1).
Introduction
Have you ever thought how the planets and stars stay so well organized in the sky? And that the sun, is just the right distance from the earth. None of this is by accident. “Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name. Because of His great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing” (Isa. 40:26).
Show the video about the solar system. https://youtu.be/libKVRa01L8?si=H_MoVePsz6nmgKF5
First Women in Space
Man is interested in space and exploring the great universe. Show the video about the first woman in space.
https://youtu.be/bWaIHWWHbc4?si=Y8530GXNHgq4LLoK
Earth Bound
While it is fun and interesting to gaze into the sky and behold all that God has created, we are earth bound and live on this wonderful planet that He has created for us. We are to care for it and the people in our community. Organize a prayer walk in your community addressing the many concerns of the people who live there.
On index cards list some of the concerns the group can pray about as they walk: Safety for the children. That the Lord would make His presences know. That marriages will be strong. That harmful influences would be banned from the community. Divide the group into smaller groups so that you can cover a greater area around the corps.
The Creator of Heaven and Earth
As I walked into the rooms of the beautiful National Air and Space Museum, I had one of those special moments that often can’t be explained, but clearly came straight from the Heavenly Father to me. While most people were taking selfies and playing little games, I was deep in my thoughts. “Why is the Earth so small compared to the other planets? Our sun looks too close to us. How is it that the planets “obey” a rule of not touching one another? It’s mind-blowing that the Milky Way Galaxy consists of several hundred billion stars!” Indeed, what God has created in the cosmos surpasses our understanding. It’s so vast that astronomers are only at the beginning of understanding its nature.
The Creator was there in the museum with me. I immediately started to thank Him for His omnipotent power that reaches above the earth and the heavens. What was supposed to be a simple holiday trip with my daughter became a reminder of how everything is connected and perfectly designed by the One who has the ability to hold the universe in His powerful hands.
Have you thought about how God Elohim is with you every day, holding your life in His hands, even when things look a little messed up from your perspective?
The Bible refers to God Elohim to emphasize His power as a Creator of the Universe. Let’s take a journey through some powerful truths that remind us about the power of Elohim.
The very first verse of the Scripture in Genesis says: “In the beginning, Elohim created the heavens and the Earth.” And what He created was very good. The term Elohim means “Supreme, Mighty One” and it was also used by the Israelites when referring to the authority of the rulers, judges, and angels.
Jesus is also God Elohim.
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through Him all things were made; without Him nothing was made that has been made” (John 1:1-3).
During his imprisonment, the apostle Paul wrote letters to the early churches regarding their challenges and offered guidance. The church at Colossae was under attack from false teachers who were denigrating the integrity of Jesus. They were teaching that He was not actually God. So, Paul addresses the issue saying: “Christ, He is God Elohim – The Creator. For by Him all things were created that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him” (Col. 1:16).
The Power of Elohim never runs out.
It amazes me that the same God is with us today and His power is with us and over us in every area of our lives. Have you felt powerless or disconnected from the source of your daily energy? I did! Because I am a human, I depend on God’s power over me, not my own. There are moments in our lives when God invited us closer to Himself and His power. This takes place as we submit to Him.
God is unchanging in His identity. There has never been a time when God has not existed. There will never be a time when He will cease to be God. Psalm 102:27 says, “But you are always the same; You will live forever.” All that He is today, He has always been, and forever will be. He cannot improve because He is already perfect. His power can never diminish, and His glory will never fade. His existence never changes.
The same is true with His sovereignty, holiness, power, faithfulness, goodness, patience, grace, and even His wrath. His attributes never change. He never tires.
Never underestimate His Power through your prayers. He can do all things. He can simply say a word and all circumstances will be under His Powerful voice.
The Holy Spirit is the Powerful presence of God Elohim within us.
In Acts 1:8, we get the narrative of when the first believers were gifted with the Holy Spirit. It not only marked the fulfilment of the promise, but it explained the way the Early Church and subsequent generations should carry out ministry as they are moved by the Power of God that it was over them. And this would enable them to be witnesses in the four corners of the World.
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
You can share the gospel with boldness using all your talents because you’ve already received His power. Paul wrote to Timothy, “For the Spirit that God has given us does not make us timid; instead, His Spirit fills us with power, love, and self-control.” (2 Tim. 1:7 GNT)
Time of Commitment
Perhaps these truths have led you to wonder in what area do you need to seek the Power of Elohim. You might have a lengthy list of prayer requests, questions, concerns that you need the powerful intervention of God. Bring them all to Him. The Creator of the Universe, the Powerful One, Elohim is His name. He not only created you for a great purpose on Earth, but He loves you and promises His powerful presence through the Holy Spirit.
Listen to the song “Indescribable” and contemplate the greatness of our God.
