Eph. 6:10-20, Our Omnipotent God (1)

Here, for two posts, is a great study.  Eph. 6:10 says: Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.  “Strong,” “power” and “might” are 3 different Greek terms.  How do they go together.

endunamoō: strengthen (passive: to become strong)

·       Ac 9:22: Paul kept increasing in strength (v19: physical)

·       Ro 4:20: Abraham didn't waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith (passive)

·       Eph 6:10: be strong in the Lord (passive)

·       Phil 4:13: I can do all things thru Christ who strengthens me

·       1Ti 1:12: Paul thanks Christ Jesus who strengthened him

·       2 Tim 2:1: to Tim: be strong in grace that is in Christ Jesus (passive)

·       2 Tim 4:17: the Lord strengthened Paul (physical)

§  Vincent defines “dunamis,” that which is infused in us as Eph. 6:10 calls for, as, Inherent power, miraculous power, or ability. It refers to a dynamic, explosive energy, which is where the English word "dynamite" comes from. It can manifest as miraculous works.  In other words, what comes from God is a full dose of power or capability for our lives and ministry.

 

kratos: power, might; strength, intensity

·       Lk 1:51: Mary's song: he has done mighty deeds

·       Ac 19:20: at Ephesus word of Lord was growing mightily

·       Eph 1:19: God works in us acc. to the strength of his might. (iscos)

·       Eph 6:10: be strong in the Lord, in the strength of his might    ""

·       Col 1:11: God's word strengthens us w/all power acc to his glorious might

·       1Ti 6:16: doxology, to him be honor & eternal dominion

·       Hb 2:14: Jesus rendered powerless him who had power of death

·       1Pt 4:11: Christ: to him belongs glory & dominion forever

·       1Pt 5:11: Christ: to him be dominion forever & ever. Amen.

·       Jd 25: to God thru Christ be glory, majesty, dominion, authority

·       Rev 1:6: Christ: to him be glory & the dominion

·       Rv 5:13: to God & Lamb be dominion.

§  This term is only used of God!  Vincent’s word studies defines it like this: Dominion or ruling power. It is the power that has dominion over others, suggesting a strong display of force and sovereign authority. 

§  So far, in Eph. 6:10, we read: Be strong (capable, able) in the Lord, in the power (ruling power, effectiveness) of His might.