When God Does the Impossible!

Turning Impossible Situations into Powerful Testimonies!

In a world filled with limitations, boundaries, and insurmountable obstacles, the concept of impossibility is something we encounter regularly. We face situations that appear hopeless, problems without solutions, and mountains too steep to climb. Yet, throughout scripture and human history, we find a consistent pattern: where human capability ends, God's miraculous intervention begins.

The Bible is replete with examples of God taking impossible situations and transforming them into powerful testimonies of His sovereignty and love. These accounts weren't preserved merely as historical curiosities but as evidence of an unchanging truth: "Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever" (Hebrews 13:8 KJV).

Biblical Examples of God Doing the Impossible

Consider Abraham and Sarah, who received God's promise of a son when they were well beyond childbearing years. Scripture tells us Abraham "against hope believed in hope" (Romans 4:18 KJV). When Sarah laughed at the prospect, God's response was profound: "Is anything too hard for the LORD?" (Genesis 18:14 KJV). Through their story, we learn that biological impossibilities are no match for divine promises.

Moses and the Israelites found themselves trapped between Pharaoh's army and the Red Sea—a textbook definition of an impossible situation. Yet God commanded, "Go forward" (Exodus 14:15 KJV), before spectacularly parting the waters. What seemed like certain death became a pathway to deliverance and a testimony of God's power that continues to inspire faith thousands of years later.

The walls of Jericho stood as an impenetrable barrier to the Israelites' possession of the Promised Land. Human military strategy offered no viable solution. Yet God's unusual instructions—marching around the city for seven days—resulted in the impossible: "The wall fell down flat" (Joshua 6:20 KJV). This demonstrates how God's methods often defy human logic but achieve what we cannot.

Daniel survived a night with hungry lions. Three young Hebrew men walked through fire without harm. A shepherd boy defeated a giant warrior. Five loaves and two fish fed thousands. A virgin conceived and bore the Saviour of the world. And ultimately, Jesus Christ conquered death itself through His resurrection—the ultimate victory over the ultimate impossibility.

God's Unlimited Power

These accounts reveal profound truths about our God. First, His power knows no limitations. As Jesus declared, "With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible" (Matthew 19:26 KJV). This isn't hyperbole or exaggeration—it's a statement of absolute truth regarding God's nature and ability.

The prophet Jeremiah understood this when he proclaimed, "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" (Jeremiah 32:17 KJV). The Creator who spoke the universe into existence certainly isn't constrained by what appears impossible to us.

The angel's declaration to Mary reinforces this truth: "For with God nothing shall be impossible" (Luke 1:37 KJV). Notice the absolute nature of this statement—not some things, not most things, but nothing is impossible with God. This means that whatever impossible situation you're facing today falls within the realm of what God can transform.

Accessing God's Power in Our Impossible Situations

How, then, do we move from knowing about God's ability to experiencing His intervention in our impossible circumstances?

First, we must recognise and acknowledge our limitations. The pathway to seeing God do the impossible begins with humility—admitting we cannot resolve the situation through our strength or wisdom. As Paul learned, God's "strength is made perfect in weakness" (2 Corinthians 12:9 KJV). Our impossible situations become opportunities for God's power to be displayed when we stop relying on ourselves.

Second, we must anchor ourselves to God's promises. Scripture is filled with assurances that God is both willing and able to work beyond human capability. The psalmist reminds us, "Our God is in the heavens: he hath done whatsoever he hath pleased" (Psalm 115:3 KJV). His Word provides the foundation for faith when facing impossible challenges.

Third, persistent prayer is essential. Jesus taught the importance of persistence in Luke 18:1 (KJV), saying men "ought always to pray, and not to faint". Sometimes the miracle isn't instantaneous—it requires steadfast, continued seeking. As James encourages, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much" (James 5:16 KJV).

Fourth, obedience positions us to receive God's supernatural intervention. Like Joshua at Jericho, God sometimes gives instructions that seem illogical to human reasoning. Yet Scripture consistently shows that obedience, even when the command seems illogical, creates the context for God's miraculous power. As Samuel declared, "Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice" (1 Samuel 15:22 KJV).

Finally, we must prepare to give God all the glory. When He does the impossible in our lives, it's never to elevate us but to demonstrate His power and draw others to Himself. "Not unto us, O LORD, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory" (Psalm 115:1 KJV).

Finding Hope in Your Impossible Situation

What impossible situation are you facing today? A relationship fractured beyond human ability to repair. Financial problems with no solution in sight? A health diagnosis that offers little hope? A loved one whose heart seems completely closed to God.

Whatever your mountain, remember that your situation doesn't surprise God, nor does it challenge His ability. The God who promised, "I will do a new thing" (Isaiah 43:19 KJV) specialises in creating pathways where none exist. The same God who told Ezekiel, "I am the LORD: I will speak, and the word that I shall speak shall come to pass" (Ezekiel 12:25 KJV) stands ready to fulfil His Word in your circumstances.

Scripture invites us to "come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need" (Hebrews 4:16 KJV). In your impossible situation, approach God with confidence—not in yourself, but in His unfailing love and unlimited power.

Remember Job's powerful declaration: "I know that thou canst do everything, and that no thought can be withholden from thee" (Job 42:2 KJV). This remains true today. The God who has consistently done the impossible throughout history is your God, and He is still in the business of doing what human reasoning deems impossible.

As you face your impossible situation, choose faith over fear. Choose to believe that "the things which are impossible with men are possible with God" (Luke 18:27 KJV). When we place our impossible situations in His capable hands, we will see His glory revealed as He does what only He can do—the impossible…

Key Takeaways:

• God consistently transforms impossible situations into powerful testimonies of His sovereignty and love
• Biblical examples (Abraham and Sarah, Moses at the Red Sea, Jericho's walls) demonstrate God's supernatural intervention
• "With God all things are possible" (Matthew 19:26 KJV) - God's power has no limitations
• To access God's power in impossible situations: acknowledge limitations, anchor to God's promises, pray persistently, obey faithfully, and prepare to give God glory
• Our impossible situations become opportunities for God's power to be displayed when we stop relying on ourselves
• Whatever impossible situation you face today, it doesn't surprise God nor challenge His ability to intervene