The Bible speaks of the authority and power God has given to mankind. Whether it’s power over creation or spiritual authority, these verses show the responsibilities that come with the power entrusted to us by God.
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Bible Verses About Power Given To Man
Matthew 28:18 – Jesus has been given all authority in heaven and on earth
“Then Jesus came to them and said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.'” – Matthew 28:18
Acts 1:8 – The Holy Spirit empowers believers to be witnesses
“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.” – Acts 1:8
2 Timothy 1:7 – God has given us a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
1 Peter 4:11 – Serve with the strength God provides
“If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.” – 1 Peter 4:11
Ephesians 3:20 – God is able to do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine
“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.” – Ephesians 3:20
Philippians 4:13 – We can do all things through Christ who strengthens us
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
2 Corinthians 12:9 – God’s power is made perfect in our weakness
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9
Romans 1:16 – The Gospel is the power of God for salvation
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile.” – Romans 1:16
Colossians 1:11 – Strengthened with all power according to God’s glorious might
“Being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience.” – Colossians 1:11
Psalm 68:35 – God gives power and strength to his people
“You, God, are awesome in your sanctuary; the God of Israel gives power and strength to his people. Praise be to God!” – Psalm 68:35
Isaiah 40:29 – God gives power to the weary, and strength to the weak
“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” – Isaiah 40:29
Zechariah 4:6 – Not by might, nor by power, but by God’s Spirit
“So he said to me, ‘This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the LORD Almighty.'” – Zechariah 4:6
2 Chronicles 20:6 – Power comes from God’s hand
“and said, ‘LORD, the God of our ancestors, are you not the God who is in heaven? You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. Power and might are in your hand, and no one can withstand you.'” – 2 Chronicles 20:6
Psalm 62:11 – Power belongs to God
“One thing God has spoken, two things I have heard: ‘Power belongs to you, God.'” – Psalm 62:11
Psalm 89:13 – The arm of the Lord is strong and mighty in power
“Your arm is endowed with power; your hand is strong, your right hand exalted.” – Psalm 89:13
2 Samuel 22:33 – God is my strength and power
“It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.” – 2 Samuel 22:33
Psalm 27:1 – The Lord is the strength of our life
“The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?” – Psalm 27:1
Psalm 46:1 – God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” – Psalm 46:1
Isaiah 12:2 – The Lord is our strength and our song
“Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.” – Isaiah 12:2
Nahum 1:7 – The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble
“The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.” – Nahum 1:7
Psalm 118:14 – The Lord is our strength and our song
“The LORD is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.” – Psalm 118:14
Psalm 138:3 – The Lord strengthens and encourages us
“When I called, you answered me; you greatly emboldened me.” – Psalm 138:3
Proverbs 24:5 – A wise man is strong, and a man of knowledge enhances his strength
“The wise prevail through great power, and those who have knowledge muster their strength.” – Proverbs 24:5
Joshua 1:9 – Be strong and courageous, God is with you wherever you go
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9
1 Corinthians 16:13 – Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” – 1 Corinthians 16:13
Isaiah 41:10 – Do not fear, God will strengthen and help you
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10
Psalm 105:4 – Seek the Lord and his strength
“Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.” – Psalm 105:4
Psalm 121:1-2 – Our help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth
“I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.” – Psalm 121:1-2
Isaiah 40:31 – Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength
“But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” – Isaiah 40:31
Psalm 18:32 – God equips us with strength and makes our way perfect
“It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.” – Psalm 18:32
Jeremiah 32:17 – Nothing is too hard for our mighty God
“Ah, Sovereign LORD, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.” – Jeremiah 32:17
Psalm 147:5 – God’s understanding is infinite and his power is great
“Great is our Lord and mighty in power; his understanding has no limit.” – Psalm 147:5
Psalm 139:13-14 – God’s power is displayed in our fearfully and wonderfully made bodies
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:13-14
Matthew 19:26 – With God, all things are possible
“Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.'” – Matthew 19:26
John 14:12 – Jesus’ followers will do the same works and even greater things through His power
“Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father.” – John 14:12
Ephesians 1:19-20 – God’s incomparably great power is available to us who believe
“and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is the same as the mighty strength he exerted when he raised Christ from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms.” – Ephesians 1:19-20
Jeremiah 10:12 – God made the earth by his power and established the world by his wisdom
“But God made the earth by his power; he founded the world by his wisdom and stretched out the heavens by his understanding.” – Jeremiah 10:12
Matthew 22:29 – Jesus explained that God’s power is not limited by human understanding
“Jesus replied, ‘You are in error because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God.'” – Matthew 22:29
Revelation 19:6 – The Lord our God reigns in power and glory
“Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: ‘Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns.'” – Revelation 19:6
1 Corinthians 1:24 – Jesus is the power and wisdom of God
“but to those whom God has called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God.” – 1 Corinthians 1:24
Psalm 66:7 – God rules with power forever
“He rules forever by his power, his eyes watch the nations—let not the rebellious rise up against him.” – Psalm 66:7
Psalm 68:28 – God displays his power among his people
“Summon your power, God; show us your strength, our God, as you have done before.” – Psalm 68:28
Psalm 89:8 – God is surrounded by his power and faithfulness
“Who is like you, LORD God Almighty? You, LORD, are mighty, and your faithfulness surrounds you.” – Psalm 89:8