Omnipresence: Omnipresence is a theological term that refers to the unlimited nature of God or His ability to be everywhere at all times. Relying upon Webster’s once again, we see omnipresence defined as “presence in every place at the same time; unbounded or universal presence; ubiquity.” Unlike the idols of ancient cultures or the mythical gods of Greek and Roman culture, God is not limited to one altar, one temple or one geographic area. God reveals Himself in His word as being everywhere. God was present as Lord in all creation (Ps 139:7-12), and there is no escaping Him. 7 Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? 8 If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. 9 If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, 10 even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast. 11 If I say, Surely the darkness will hide me and the light become night around me, 12 even the darkness will not be dark to you; the night will shine like the day, for darkness is as light to you. Ps 139:7-12 (NIV) He is present in our innermost thoughts. Even as we are formed in the womb, He knows and numbers all the days of our future. (Psalm 139:15-16). Those things done in secret are not secret to God. He observes not only a person’s outward actions, but more importantly, He evaluates the inner attitudes of a persons heart (Matt 6:1-18). Remember what He told Samuel when Samuel was evaluating Jesse’s sons as the next king of Israel. 7 But the LORD said to Samuel, Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. 1 Sam 16:7 (NIV) For the believer, God actually takes up residence through the Holy Spirit and is therefore present with the believer all of the time. 38 Peter replied, Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off-for all whom the Lord our God will call. Acts 2:38-39 (NIV) Conclusion: When I was growing up, children would sometimes taunt each other with, “My dad can beat up your dad.” Of course, no one ever found out if it were true because parents were more mature than seven year olds. I know now that it is true. Despite my periodic despair and disbelief, my Father will triumph. He always has before and there is no reason, especially now, why He won’t again. But it goes much further than just God’s ultimate victory over Satan at the end of this age. God knows all things, He sees all things and He is everywhere all of the time. God is the Creator of all and through His power, He holds all things together. He plays many roles in the lives of His children; He is our Comforter, our Savior, our Redeemer and our Friend. Nay, He is more than that; He is our Father who renews our strength and our spirit. Nothing is hidden from Him and nothing is beyond His power. 27 Why do you say, O Jacob, and complain, O Israel, My way is hidden from the LORD; my cause is disregarded by my God? 28 Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. 29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isa. 40:27-31 (NIV) During the end times of the church age, people will grow weary; they will stumble and fall. However, those who rely upon the Lord for strength instead of their own power and abilities will be renewed. They will not just walk or run but they will soar like eagles. Soaring is an attitude based upon faith in the power of God and the acceptance of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Are you soaring with the eagles or are you chained to this earth with its worries, frustrations and hardships? You could be soaring if the all-knowing, all-powerful, all-seeing God of the universe is your hope and your strength. It’s your choice. Comments or questions may be directed to the author at info@rapturenext. -John Funk
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