“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us…”
(Ephesians 3:20 NKJV)

God is able

This comforting and encouraging passage comes at the end of a discussion of God’s ability to answer prayer (Eph. 3:14). He gives us the strength we need through His Spirit (Eph. 3:16), so that Christ may dwell in our hearts through faith (Eph. 3:17).

The basis for these great blessings is the love of Christ. Though this amazing love surpasses knowledge (Eph. 3:19), He wants us to comprehend its width, length, depth, and height (Eph. 3:18).

After reading these incredible promises, this question may arise: is He capable of fulfilling such blessed assurance?

Ephesians 3:20 answers this question with a five-fold affirmation of His power. God is…

1. able to do (what we ask for): yes, God can answer our prayers. But this is just the beginning of this glorious revelation.
2. above (this describes a power that is more than capable of granting our requests). If Paul stopped here, it would have given us lavish encouragement. But he is not through yet.
3. abundantly above (this promises another level of power and ability far beyond our power to comprehend).
4. exceedingly abundantly above (this intensifies the previous promises). God is not barely able to answer; His powers are very far above His abundant giving. He is not exhausted.
5. all (not simply some things that we ask, but immeasurably above ALL things that we ask or even think).

God has placed His unlimited power at our disposal. He deserves all the glory forever and ever (Eph. 3:21). He has provided beyond all measure for our spiritual victory. Let us live in love, faith, and gratitude as we draw nearer to our glorious hope.

– Rick Duggin