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Experience the awesome power of God when you see the sun setting behind the hills.

Unleashing God’s Awesome Power in Everyday Life

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What kind of power would it take to free someone from prison and help them experience a brand new life? That’s exactly what God’s awesome power did for you! Romans 1:16 says, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek.”

In the Bible, God’s power is often associated with new life. In Exodus 32 Moses implores God to keep His anger from His people whom He rescued from Egypt. Luke 1:35 tells us about the angel who told Mary she will conceive the Messiah by the power of God. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead to show how great God is. It is God’s awesome power that brings people out of the kingdom of darkness into the marvelous light of the kingdom of Jesus.

Those all are amazing, miraculous works of God. But God’s power to transform your life is no less miraculous. So how can you unleash God’s awesome power in your everyday life? Here are some ideas.

Cultivate a Deep, Personal Relationship with God

  • Begin each day with prayer and meditation, focusing on gratitude and seeking God’s direction for the day.
  • Engage regularly with the Bible to understand God’s teachings and promises, applying these lessons to daily life.
  • Practice mindfulness and presence, recognizing God’s hand in the small details and moments of life.
A hand reaching down to a hand reaching up against a hazy sky illustrates how God's awesome power reaches into our lives today.

Live Out Faith Through Actions

  • Serve others selflessly, embodying the love and compassion God teaches, whether through volunteer work, acts of kindness, or support to those in need.
  • Foster positive relationships and communities, encouraging and uplifting others in their faith and daily challenges.
  • Exercise faith during trials, trusting in God’s plan and using challenges as opportunities to grow spiritually and strengthen one’s reliance on God.

Experience Continuous Spiritual Growth

  • Set aside time for regular self-reflection and spiritual assessment, evaluating areas for growth and reaffirming commitment to walk in faith.
  • Seek fellowship with other believers, participating in church or group studies, to share experiences, learn from one another, and strengthen faith collectively.
  • Pursue ongoing learning about God and faith, through reading, attending workshops or lectures, and exploring different forms of worship and prayer.

You probably won’t part the waters of your nearest ocean, or turn that ordinary glass of water into wine, but by integrating these practices into everyday life, you can unlock a deeper understanding and experience of God’s power, fostering a life that not only seeks personal spiritual fulfillment but also aims to reflect God’s love and light into the world.

Listen to this short segment of an Abide meditation based on Revelation 5:13. Experience how even praise can loose God’s awesome power.

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Stephanie Reeves is the senior editor for Abide. She lives in Orlando, Fla., along with her husband, 3 adult kids, and 1 adorable grandson.