How Biblical is "What God cannot Do Does not Exist" By Drake Omonode

 



The phrase "What God cannot do does not exist" is a modern expression of faith in God's omnipotence, commonly used in motivational Christian teachings and sermons (particularly in some African church contexts). However, it is not a direct quote from the Bible. Instead, it appears to be inspired by several scriptural passages that emphasize God's unlimited power and ability to accomplish the impossible. Here are the most relevant Bible verses that convey a similar idea:


Luke 1:37 (KJV): "For with God nothing shall be impossible."  

  This is spoken by the angel Gabriel to Mary regarding the miraculous conception of Jesus.

-Matthew 19:26 (KJV): "But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible."  

  Jesus says this in response to the disciples' question about salvation.

- Mark 10:27 (KJV): "And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible."  

  A parallel to the Matthew verse, in the context of the rich young ruler.

- Jeremiah 32:17 (KJV): "Ah Lord God! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee."  

  The prophet Jeremiah's prayer affirming God's creative power.

- Jeremiah 32:27 (KJV): "Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh: is there any thing too hard for me?"  

  God's response to Jeremiah, reinforcing His sovereignty.

- Genesis 18:14 (KJV): "Is any thing too hard for the Lord? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son."  

  Spoken to Abraham regarding the promise of Isaac's birth despite Sarah's old age.

- Job 42:2 (KJV): "I know that thou canst do every thing, and that no thought can be withholden from thee."  

  Job's acknowledgment of God's supreme ability after his trials.


These verses collectively highlight that nothing is beyond God's capability when aligned with His will and nature. If you're looking for the origin of the exact phrase, it gained popularity through contemporary preachers and social media, but it's not found verbatim in any Bible translation.

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