“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,” Ephesians 3:20.

The word able is defined as having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something. My grandson Ezail is ten years old; he never ceases to prove to me that he can lift, move, or complete heavy tasks…and sure enough, he faithfully carries through as he promised, showing me that He’s able to do it!

Ephesians chapter three ends with a soul-inspiring doxology. The Apostle Paul’s preceding prayer request for the Ephesian saints was bold and seemingly impossible. Yet, he concludes with these words: “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,” Ephesians 3:20.

Take heart in this truth- that regardless of how things appear, God is able to do it. Let us look closer at this wonderful affirmation of God’s omnipotence to carry out whatever it is that needs to be done.

The Apostle Paul directs our attention to the very present tense-now– right at this time.  Whatever you need, focus on the One to whom praise, honor, and glory belong, because He-meaning God- is omnipotent and able to perform, carry out, and provide all that we could possibly need. 

The scripture continues and says God acts exceedingly, or extremely and abundantly- meaning more than sufficiently and in great supply. And He does it above all that we ask or think, which supersedes anything the human intelligence can even imagine!

My Lord, it is what one commentator calls super abundant blessings from God! The verse concludes with, according to the power that worketh in us, which is the power of the Holy Ghost that resides in every born-again believer. He is El Shaddai-Almighty God-the All-Sufficient One, with whom nothing is impossible!

So, let me ask you again, what do you need?  Know that God’s got it; whether it is spiritual, mental, physical, or financial, He has it all in His all-powerful hands. “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19.

Gospel singer Darwin Hobbs sings these beautiful, encouraging words in his song “He’s Able:

God is able to do just what he said he would do
He’s gonna fulfill every promise to you
Don’t give up on God, ’cause he won’t give up on you
He’s able!

My friends, may God give us the strength to remain confident in hope, steadfast, and forever trusting in His omnipotence and faithfulness, because He’s able