Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, New Living Translation Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. English Standard Version Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, Berean Standard Bible Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, Berean Literal Bible Now to the One being able to do exceedingly above all things that we ask or think, according to the power working in us, King James Bible 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, New King James Version 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, New American Standard Bible Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, NASB 1995 Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, NASB 1977 Now to Him who is able to do exceeding abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, Legacy Standard Bible Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or understand, according to the power that works within us, Amplified Bible Now to Him who is able to [carry out His purpose and] do superabundantly more than all that we dare ask or think [infinitely beyond our greatest prayers, hopes, or dreams], according to His power that is at work within us, Christian Standard Bible Now to him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think according to the power that works in us— Holman Christian Standard Bible Now to Him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think according to the power that works in us— American Standard Version 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, English Revised Version 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, GOD'S WORD® Translation Glory belongs to God, whose power is at work in us. By this power he can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine. Good News Translation To him who by means of his power working in us is able to do so much more than we can ever ask for, or even think of: International Standard Version Now to the one who can do infinitely more than all we can ask or imagine according to the power that is working among us— Majority Standard Bible Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, NET Bible Now to him who by the power that is working within us is able to do far beyond all that we ask or think, New Heart English Bible 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, Webster's Bible Translation Now to him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us. Weymouth New Testament Now to Him who, in exercise of His power that is at work within us, is able to do infinitely beyond all our highest prayers or thoughts-- World English Bible 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, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand to Him who is able to do exceedingly [and] abundantly above all things that we ask or think, according to the power that is working in us, Berean Literal Bible Now to the One being able to do exceedingly above all things that we ask or think, according to the power working in us, Young's Literal Translation and to Him who is able above all things to do exceeding abundantly what we ask or think, according to the power that is working in us, Smith's Literal Translation And to him being able to do above all things more abundantly above what we ask or think, according to the power being energetic in us, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow to him who is able to do all things more abundantly than we desire or understand, according to the power that worketh in us; Catholic Public Domain Version Now to him who is able to do all things, more abundantly than we could ever ask or understand, by means of the virtue which is at work in us: New American Bible Now to him who is able to accomplish far more than all we ask or imagine, by the power at work within us, New Revised Standard Version Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to accomplish abundantly far more than all we can ask or imagine, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNow to him who is able by power to do for us more than anyone else, and to do for us more than we ask or think, according to his mighty power that works in us, Aramaic Bible in Plain English But to him who is more than almighty to do for us and is greater than what we ask or imagine, according to his power that is active in us, NT Translations Anderson New TestamentNow to him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think according to his power which works in us, Godbey New Testament And to him who is able to do exceedingly above all things which we ask or think, according to the power working in us, Haweis New Testament Now to him that is able to do above all things, exceeding abundantly, beyond what we ask or think, according to the power which effectually worketh in us; Mace New Testament Now unto him that is able to do infinitely above what we ask or comprehend, by his power operating in us, Weymouth New Testament Now to Him who, in exercise of His power that is at work within us, is able to do infinitely beyond all our highest prayers or thoughts-- Worrell New Testament Now to Him Who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that is working in us, Worsley New Testament Now to Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we can ask or think, according to the power operating in us, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Paul's Prayer for the Ephesians…19of the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. 20Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, 21to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.… Cross References Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Romans 16:25-27 Now to Him who is able to strengthen you by my gospel and by the proclamation of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery concealed for ages past / but now revealed and made known through the writings of the prophets by the command of the eternal God, in order to lead all nations to the obedience that comes from faith— / to the only wise God be glory forever through Jesus Christ! Amen. Jude 1:24-25 Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished in His glorious presence, with great joy— / to the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority through Jesus Christ our Lord before all time, and now, and for all eternity. Amen. 2 Corinthians 9:8 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. Colossians 1:29 To this end I also labor, striving with all His energy working powerfully within me. 2 Timothy 1:12 For this reason, even though I suffer as I do, I am not ashamed; for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him for that day. 1 Corinthians 2:9 Rather, as it is written: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no heart has imagined, what God has prepared for those who love Him.” 2 Peter 1:3 His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. Hebrews 13:20-21 Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, / equip you with every good thing to do His will. And may He accomplish in us what is pleasing in His sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen. Matthew 19:26 Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Luke 1:37 For no word from God will ever fail.” Genesis 18:14 Is anything too difficult for the LORD? At the appointed time I will return to you—in about a year—and Sarah will have a son.” Jeremiah 32:17 “Oh, Lord GOD! You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too difficult for You! Isaiah 40:29-31 He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. / Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. Job 42:2 “I know that You can do all things and that no plan of Yours can be thwarted. Treasury of Scripture Now to him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, able. Genesis 17:1 And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect. Genesis 18:4 Let a little water, I pray you, be fetched, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree: 2 Chronicles 25:9 And Amaziah said to the man of God, But what shall we do for the hundred talents which I have given to the army of Israel? And the man of God answered, The LORD is able to give thee much more than this. exceeding. Exodus 34:6 And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, 2 Samuel 7:19 And this was yet a small thing in thy sight, O Lord GOD; but thou hast spoken also of thy servant's house for a great while to come. And is this the manner of man, O Lord GOD? 1 Kings 3:13 And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days. according. Ephesians 3:7 Whereof I was made a minister, according to the gift of the grace of God given unto me by the effectual working of his power. Ephesians 1:19 And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power, Colossians 1:29 Whereunto I also labour, striving according to his working, which worketh in me mightily. Jump to Previous Able Abundantly Exceeding Exceedingly Exercise Far Full Highest Immeasurably Infinitely Measure Power Prayers Think Thoughts Within Work Worketh Working WorksJump to Next Able Abundantly Exceeding Exceedingly Exercise Far Full Highest Immeasurably Infinitely Measure Power Prayers Think Thoughts Within Work Worketh Working WorksEphesians 3 1. The hidden mystery that the Gentiles should be saved was made known to Paul by revelation;8. and to him was that grace given, that he should preach it. 13. He desires them not to be discouraged over his tribulation; 14. and prays that they may perceive the great love of Christ toward them. Now to Him who is able This phrase emphasizes the omnipotence of God. The Greek word for "able" is "dynamai," which conveys the idea of inherent power and capability. In the context of Ephesians, Paul is reminding the believers in Ephesus of God's limitless power. Historically, Ephesus was a city known for its idolatry and magic, and this declaration serves to contrast the true power of God with the false powers worshipped in the city. It is a call to trust in God's supreme ability to act beyond human limitations. to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine according to His power that is at work within us
Greek Nowδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. to [Him] who Τῷ (Tō) Article - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. is able δυναμένῳ (dynamenō) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 1410: (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible. to do ποιῆσαι (poiēsai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do. infinitely ὑπὲρ (hyper) Preposition Strong's 5228: Gen: in behalf of; acc: above. more than ὑπερεκπερισσοῦ (hyperekperissou) Adverb Strong's 5228: Gen: in behalf of; acc: above. all πάντα (panta) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. we ask αἰτούμεθα (aitoumetha) Verb - Present Indicative Middle - 1st Person Plural Strong's 154: To ask, request, petition, demand. Of uncertain derivation; to ask. or ἢ (ē) Conjunction Strong's 2228: Or, than. A primary particle of distinction between two connected terms; disjunctive, or; comparative, than. imagine, νοοῦμεν (nooumen) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Plural Strong's 3539: From nous; to exercise the mind, i.e. to comprehend, heed. according to κατὰ (kata) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). [His] τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. power δύναμιν (dynamin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1411: From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power. that τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. is at work ἐνεργουμένην (energoumenēn) Verb - Present Participle Middle - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1754: From energes; to be active, efficient. within ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. us, ἡμῖν (hēmin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Plural Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. Links Ephesians 3:20 NIVEphesians 3:20 NLT Ephesians 3:20 ESV Ephesians 3:20 NASB Ephesians 3:20 KJV Ephesians 3:20 BibleApps.com Ephesians 3:20 Biblia Paralela Ephesians 3:20 Chinese Bible Ephesians 3:20 French Bible Ephesians 3:20 Catholic Bible NT Letters: Ephesians 3:20 Now to him who is able (Ephes. Eph. Ep) |