Several times in the Bible, we read that what is impossible for man is possible for God. What does this mean in various settings? Is making the impossible possible a matter of faith? Character? God’s power? What might be dangerous about the possibility for humans? How can we understand and fully live within the boundaries of the possible while stretching to experience God’s power in the impossible?
Receive
When life feels uncertain, it helps to remember who God truly is and that the Bible says repeatedly that nothing is too hard for God. But… the Scriptures also tell us there are things God cannot do—He cannot do evil, He cannot lie, and He cannot be overcome by death. That means His character is completely trustworthy. When we face fear, confusion, or disappointment, we can rely on His goodness, believe His promises, and trust that nothing—not even death—has the final word.
Reflect
* Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you?
* Job 34:10, 12 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Job%2034%3A10%2C%2012%20&version=NIV )
* Hebrews 6:18-19 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews%206%3A18-19%20&version=NIV )
* John 12:24 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2012%3A24%20&version=NIV )
* Psalm 18:3-5 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%2018%3A3-5%20&version=NIV )
* Psalm 16:9-10 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%2016%3A9-10%20&version=NIV )
* Acts 3:15 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts%203%3A15%20&version=NIV )
* Jeremiah 32:37 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah%2032%3A37%20&version=NIV )
* Genesis 18:14 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis%2018%3A14%20&version=NIV )
* Matthew 19:16-30 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2019%3A16-30%20&version=NIV )
* Genesis 11:1-9 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis%2011%3A1-9%20&version=NIV )
* Matthew 17:20 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2017%3A20%20&version=NIV )
* Hebrews 11:6 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews%2011%3A6%20&version=NIV )
* Job 34:10 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Job%2034%3A10&version=NIV ) says that it’s impossible for God to do evil. How does this encourage you in your daily walk with Him?
* Hebrews 6:18 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews%206%3A18&version=NIV ) says that it’s impossible for God to lie. How can this help you trust Him more?
* Acts 2:24 ( https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts%202%3A24&version=NIV ) says that it’s impossible for Jesus to die. How does this give you hope for your own rebirth with Him?
Respond
(Use this prayer to start a conversation with God)
“Thank You Jesus that some things are impossible for You. Because You cannot do evil, cannot lie, and cannot be bound by death—let that help me trust You even more and encourage me to walk closer with You.”
Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources
Mentioned in this episode:
* Our Daily Bread Reading Plans ( https://go.odb.org/dtwodbmrp )
Listen:
* God of Hope ( https://go.odb.org/ghh-godofhope )
* Seemingly Impossible Commands | Week 1 ( https://go.odb.org/seemingly-impossible-w1 )
* Seemingly Impossible Commands | Week 2 ( https://go.odb.org/seemingly-impossible-commands-w2 )
Read:
* Facing The Impossible ( https://go.odb.org/facing-the-impossible-dtw )
* The Love of God: An Intimate Look at the Father-Heart of God ( https://go.odb.org/the-love-of-god-odbp )
Watch:
* The Mysterious Prophecy of Isaiah 53 ( https://go.odb.org/mysterious-prophecy-dtw )
* The Holy Land: Connecting the Land with Its Stories ( https://go.odb.org/holylandytplaylistdtw )
Discover the Word Podcast
Episode 253
March 1, 2026
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