The Almighty
DAY 43 WRITTEN BY: JONATHAN CARTER-
Revelation 1:8
“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “the one who is, who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.”
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God gives us a glimpse in this passage of just who He is. In one short sentence, we are confronted with the sheer awesomeness of an eternally existent, all- powerful, and ever-present God. He begins with “I AM” and describes Himself in more detail as the Alpha and Omega—the Beginning and the End. This echoes God stating His name for the first time in Exodus 3:14: “I AM Who I AM.” God’s overwhelming greatness encompasses everything. He exists outside the limits of space, time, and matter. He was, is, and is to come. He is the Lord God Almighty.
This theme is repeated throughout Scripture. Colossians 1:17 states, 'He is before all things, and in Him, all things hold together.' Psalm 90:2b declares, 'From beginning to end, you are God.'
How encouraging it is to know that God, “The Almighty," is for you. His power laid the foundations of the earth and set it in motion. His faithfulness has continued from generation to generation. He is intimately aware of your circumstances and needs; His love knows no limits. And your future is secure with the wonderful promise of His return.
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Almighty God — you have no rivals. Help me to rest in You, knowing that You are in complete control. I pray for wisdom and understanding that I might know You deeper, and that my life would demonstrate Your power.
