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    Ephesians 3:20 – Meaning & Devotional

    "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 (KJV)

    What This Verse Means

    Paul stacks superlatives to describe God's power: not just above what we ask, not just abundantly above, but exceeding abundantly above all we can even imagine. Our biggest dreams are still too small for God.

    Remarkably, this limitless power works 'in us' — not just for us from a distance. God's immeasurable ability operates through the lives of ordinary believers.

    Historical Context

    This verse concludes Paul's prayer for the Ephesian believers and transitions into a doxology (praise). After praying for their spiritual strengthening, Paul reminds them that God's capacity to answer far exceeds their capacity to ask.

    How to Apply This Today

    Dream bigger. Pray bolder. God's ability to work in your life exceeds your wildest imagination. Don't limit Him with small expectations — He is able to do immeasurably more.

    Related Verses

    Isaiah 55:9

    "For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways."

    1 Corinthians 2:9

    "Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard... the things which God hath prepared for them that love him."

    🙏 A Prayer from Ephesians 3:20

    Lord, You are able to do immeasurably more than I can ask or imagine. Expand my faith to match Your limitless power working in me. Amen.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Paul stacks superlatives to describe God's power: not just above what we ask, not just abundantly above, but exceeding abundantly above all we can even imagine. Our biggest dreams are still too small for God.

    This verse concludes Paul's prayer for the Ephesian believers and transitions into a doxology (praise). After praying for their spiritual strengthening, Paul reminds them that God's capacity to answer far exceeds their capacity to ask.

    Dream bigger. Pray bolder. God's ability to work in your life exceeds your wildest imagination. Don't limit Him with small expectations — He is able to do immeasurably more.

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    The omnipotence of God is His unlimited power and ability to do all things that are consistent with His nature — nothing is too hard for the Lord.

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    The sovereignty of God is His supreme authority and power over all creation — His absolute right to rule and His ability to accomplish all His holy will without hindrance.

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