Confident God’s Able of Immeasurably More
Praying for you to the God who does immeasurably more than we ask or imagine.
I sent this message to a friend with the assurance we serve and pray to the God of immeasurably more.
Immeasurably More
Because this particular Scripture is one of my favorites:
“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, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21 (NIV)
Google tells us immeasurably means, “to an extreme or extensive degree; immensely.”
And defines more as “a greater or additional amount or degree.”
Therefore, it’s doubled in degree and greatness and amount.
Far More Abundantly
I also like how the ESV states it.
“Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21
Again, according to Google, abundantly means “in large quantities; plentifully.”
And so we conclude these things about God’s ability. It’s extreme or extensive, greater and additional amount, and in large, plentiful quantities.
Kneeling and Praying
But what does it mean for us and praying? Also, what comes before verse 20 in chapter 3 of Ephesians causing the Apostle Paul to began with Now?
In the preceding verses, Paul offers a prayer for the Ephesians:
“For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” Ephesians 3:17-19 (NIV, Emphasis mine)
God’s Glorious Riches-Immeasurably More
Further, Paul reminds us that because of God’s glorious riches, power, Spirit, love, and Christ in our hearts; we are filled with the fullness of God. These are all the reasons Paul uses to lead up to verses 20-21 when he says, “Now.”
So here are 4 ways Ephesians 3:10-21 encourages us in our Now:
(1.) We pray to a God who is able. He is able to do all things—anything and everything.
(2.) God does immeasurably more. He does far more abundantly than all we ask or think or imagine—to a greater degree and plentiful. Because God provides all His glorious riches to us.
God does immeasurably more. He does far more abundantly than all we ask or think or imagine—to a greater degree and plentiful. Because God provides all His glorious riches to us. (Ephesians 3) Click To Tweet(3.) God’s power is at work within us. When Jesus Christ reigns in our hearts, and the Holy Spirit dwells in our spirit, God’s power is alive and well inside us! Hallelujah!
(4.) God deserves the glory. Notice how Paul says to let God be glorified in both the church and in Christ Jesus. Giving God His deserved glory begins with us, and carries on throughout all generations and forever.
Praying in Our “Now”
What are you praying for now?
What aspect of God’s glorious riches do you currently need?
Is it mercy, love, grace, peace, healing, comfort, strength or something else?
What immeasurably more do you need right now?
Brothers and sisters, we pray to Him who is able to do immeasurably and abundantly more than we ever imagine in our human minds and limitations!
Brothers and sisters, we pray to Him who is able to do immeasurably and abundantly more than we ever imagine in our human minds and limitations! Click To Tweet
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He is indeed able to do more than we hope for. Such an encouraging post, Karen.
God does immeasurably more. He does far more abundantly than all Nancy asks or thinks or imagines—to a greater degree and plentiful. Because God provides all His glorious riches to her.
We pray to a God who can move mountains, who stands by, ready to act above and beyond all we can ask or think. We’ve seen him do so again and again. Thank you for this timely post. Tomorrow is a day when we need the Lord to again move a mountain, to do above and beyond all we can ask or think. We’re praying for his hand to bring about protection and justice and blessings.
Melinda, I will continue to pray for this protection and justice you referred to in your comment. Think I have somewhat of an idea from a previous private conversation we had. Not only does the Lord still move mountains, part seas, send mana from heaven, and other miracles, He does them today…for us!
What an inspiring, encouraging, and faithful friend you are Ms. Karen. I was so blessed by your post this morning. I stand humbled before God’s throne to praise Him for creating such wonderful friends that I am blessed to share this life with. You make the journey easier dear lady. God’s blessings.
You are so kind, J.D. Thank you. Hope and pray Diane continues to get stronger every day. God does immeasurably more. He does far more abundantly than all J.D. asks or thinks or imagines—to a greater degree and plentiful. Because God provides all His glorious riches to him.
Hi Karen,
I should have asked you to write this for my blog! I’m writing and getting others to write on confidence this year. Great post. I’ll schedule on my FB account.
Thank you, Mandy! Confidence in God Almighty is the best kind!
This verse encourages me especially in regard to family members not walking with the Lord. I know God will do everything in His power to bring them to Himself.
Barbara, I’ll add this prayer to my prayer journal and stand with you to the God who is able!
Yes! Our God is worthy of all our thanks and praise, Karen. He is most definitely can do immeasurably more than we could ever imagine.
Blessings!
Martha, we sometimes forget the thanks and praise for all God has done and will do. And not only that, but just for who He is.
Oh, how I love the tone of this post! And I love even more that words such as immeasurable, abundant, extensive, and plentiful still fall short of all God is!
So true, Ava. God is far above and beyond anything our earthly definitions attempt to express.
I am thankful to be able to pray to God and know He hears me. This is a wonderful message Karen.
Thank you, Melissa. That is so simple and yet so profound.
Thanks for sharing the encouraging message Karen!We should never limit Gods abilities, because the scripture tells us He is truly able to do exceedingly ,abundantly above all that we ask or think!🙏🙌
Yes, Jody! God does immeasurably more. He does far more abundantly than all Jody asks or thinks or imagines—to a greater degree and plentiful. Because God provides all His glorious riches to her.
I enjoyed reading all your encouragement today. Sometimes my heart just needs to be reminded of the immeasurable love of God. Thanks Karen.
Yvonne, my heart needs these reminders, too. Everything about God is immeasurable!
Thank you for this incredible reminder, Karen. I love those Google definitions which tie in with the article. And that verse from Ephesians 3:20…just wow. My faith and imagination can be small. But God is immeasurable. 🙏
Appreciate your thoughts, Carl. Yes, our human limitations and imaginations are so tiny compared to the Almighty God!
Thank you for this encouraging post, Karen! I think it is crucial for us to pause at the beginning of our prayers to remember just who we are praying to. To think of His majesty, His power, His love, and yes His ability and willingness to do abundantly more than we can ever ask or think. When we remember, it brings us such comfort and peace as we rest in His goodness and power.
I agree, Carlie. Because we sometimes forget the thanks and praise for all God has done and will do. And not only that, but just for who He is. He’s the God who IS able and the God of immearsurably more.
I love seeing God “show up and show off” when we expect nothing but pain and gloom and doom. God’s miracles and His mercy are so, so good.
Oh, yes, Jessica. That’s our God, the God of immearsurably more!
Amen and Sing Glory Glory Hallelujah and Maranatha Everyone!! Thanks so much for Sharing this Karen!!
Love Always and Shalom, YSIC \o/
Kristi Ann
Thanks for sharing, Kristi Ann. God does far more abundantly than all Kristi Ann asks or thinks or imagines—to a greater degree and plentiful. Because God provides all His glorious riches to her.
I needed this reminder breathed into a particular situation. Thank you.
Thankful when the Lord does that, Lauren.
I love the verses you shared. When we remember who God is and how mighty is His power, then we can remind ourselves that He’s got whatever we’re going through…and He’s got us. He is abundant and immeasurable and so much more!
Amen to this, Lisa, “He’s got whatever we’re going through…and He’s got us.”
Thank you for this encouragement today! God is able to do more than I can imagine (and he already does so very much for me). When I see impossibilities, he sees potential for growth for his child.
Anita, seeing God as able definitely grows us up in Him spiritually.