Isaiah 9:6 One of the names of the coming Messiah was Mighty God, which speaks to His power, knowledge and presence. Omnipotence means that God is control of all things. Omniscience means that he is the source of all knowledge and truth. Omnipresence means that God is present everywhere. These three characteristics define our Mighty God, and they yield a rich understanding of creation, providence, and salvation.
READ:
Isaiah 9:6 • Psalm 24:8 • Zephaniah 3:17a • Acts 2:23-24
DISCUSS:
• What is the eternal significance of the identity of Christ being given the title “Mighty God” for us? Why is this an announcement of “great joy”?
• How did/does God display His omnipotence (all-powerful)?
• How did/does God display His omniscience (all-knowledge)?
• How did/does God display His omnipresence (everywhere present)?
• How does the manger, the cross and the empty grave reveal a Mighty God who is mighty to save?
• In reflecting on this prophecy about our ‘Mighty God,’ how does it build your hope in Him—even if things in this world are not currently going the way we wish?
PRAY:
Pray that you will be more aware of God’s omniscience (knowledge), omnipotence (power) and omnipresence (presence).
RESPOND:
Choose one way to experience our Mighty God this week by focusing on His knowledge, power or presence in your life.