Introduction
Some statements don’t just sound good, they breathe life into us. Don’t they? They linger in our hearts, echo in our minds, and stretch across our circumstances. And this phrase is such a kind: “With God, all things are possible.” It’s comforting, but when you begin to live through hard phases, this phrase transforms into the only lifeline. Doesn’t it?
This isn’t just a feel-good caption; It’s a truth spoken by the Word, to us, through the Word. In Matthew 19:26, Jesus Himself says this, and it still speaks to our realities today. The verse says (quoting from the NIV): Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Jesus didn’t just make a statement; He was drawing a divine boundary line between human limitation and God’s limitless nature.
We’ve all walked through seasons of impossibilities, be it emotional, spiritual, career, academics, family life, children, parents, you name it. But we’ve also seen those very impossibilities bow down before God’s plan and become the Lord’s given grace testimonials every single time.
This article reflects that faith anchored in His Word. It’s a reminder for you and me that God doesn’t just make things work out; He specializes in the impossible. We will also explore the context of this verse, its meaning, and how it has been proven true throughout scripture and history. More than that, it invites you to live as if it is real, because it is.
The context of Jesus’ statement in Matthew 19:26
The Gospel of Matthew was written to present Jesus, the promised Messiah and king. It is filled with the life of Jesus, His teachings, miracles, parables, the testimony of His disciples while following him, and finally the crucifixion and the promise; All of this revealing the authority of His and the upside-down nature of His Kingdom. In Matthew 19, Jesus is approached by a rich young ruler, a man who seems to have everything figured out. He’s moral, devout, and successful. But when he asks Jesus what he must do to inherit eternal life, Jesus challenges his attachment to wealth and comfort. The ruler walks away sadly, unable to part with his possessions.
It’s in this context that Jesus turns to His disciples and says something that shocks them: “It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the Kingdom of God.” The disciples, astonished, ask, “Who then can be saved?” And that’s when Jesus delivers the powerful truth of Matthew Chapter 19, verse 26. This wasn’t just about money or possessions. Jesus was addressing human inadequacy, pride, and the false sense of control we often cling to. He was saying, “What you cannot do in your strength – salvation, surrender, breakthrough – God can do.” And that word still speaks to our deepest battles.
This was to certify the human inability to achieve salvation by effort or merit. Yes, eternal life is impossible through human striving, but fully possible through God’s grace.
The interpretation of Jesus’ statement
When Jesus said, “With God, all things are possible,” He wasn’t giving us a blank check to fulfill every personal ambition. He was pointing to God’s divine power to accomplish His will, even when it seems beyond reason or ability. It means that what is impossible in the realm of human capability, whether spiritual transformation, healing, or provision, can be done by God. Not just hypothetically, but practically. In Greek, the word used is “dunata” (δυνατά). Which means “possible” or “powerful.” When Jesus made the statement, he was asserting the boundless scope of divine power. Theologically, this statement underscores God’s omnipotence, one of His defining attributes. It means that no barrier, circumstances, or failure can thwart His plans.
This draws our eyes to grace. We don’t earn salvation. We don’t conquer sin or achieve victory through willpower alone. The impossible act of changing a heart, saving a soul, or rewriting a future is God’s territory. And when you look across Scripture, you’ll see this phrase echoed. In Luke 1:37, the angel tells Mary, “For nothing will be impossible with God.” Job says in Job 42:2, “I know that You can do all things; no purpose of Yours can be thwarted.”
In Jeremiah 32:17, the prophet declares, “Ah, Lord GOD! It is You who have made the heavens and the earth… nothing is too hard for You.”
God doesn’t need our logic – He needs our trust. All of these reinforce a central biblical truth: what seems humanly unachievable is not outside the scope of God’s ability. When we encounter our limitations, it is God’s invitation to trust Him.
Biblical Examples Of “Impossible” Things Made Possible
If you ever doubt whether God does the impossible, look at the Word.
- Creation of the World – Something from Nothing Genesis 1 opens with the most impossible act: creation. A simple but scientifically complex earth-shaking declaration: “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1, KJV). This verse isn’t just a fictional narration; it’s a revolution. It doesn’t describe God rearranging pre-existing matter. Instead, it reveals that God created everything from nothing. This concept is known in theology as “creation ex nihilo” – a Latin phrase that means “out of nothing.” The phrase ex nihilo isn’t directly used in the Bible but was coined by early Christian theologians (Tertullian and later Augustine) to describe what Genesis 1 implies: before God acted, there was no physical matter, no time, no space – NOTHING. Only God existed, Like it states in John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” and it goes on in verse 3, “All things were made through Him, and without Him was not anything made that was made.” (ESV).
John, referring to Jesus as the Logos (Word), affirms that everything that exists had its origin in God, not chaos, random matter, or chance. The Hebrew word used in Genesis for creation is “bara”, which is uniquely used for God’s creative activity. It’s not the kind of creating humans do, like crafting from clay or building with wood. Bara indicates a sovereign, divine act of bringing something entirely new into existence, without raw materials. God did not shape existing material – He spoke, and it was. He was the Word, so from the void came beauty; from nothing came everything.
- The Flood and Noah’s Ark – Obedience Before the First Drop The account in Genesis 6 -9 presents one of the most staggering acts of faith in human history. God looked upon the earth and saw that mankind had become exceedingly wicked (Genesis 6:5). But “Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord” (Genesis 6:8). God told Noah to build an ark – not a canoe or a boat, but a massive structure 450 feet long, 75 feet wide, and 45 feet high (Genesis 6:15). At that time, rain hadn’t even fallen on the earth yet (Genesis 2: 5 -6). Can you imagine the ridicule Noah faced? But Noah obeyed God completely, despite not seeing the rain or understanding the full plan. “Noah did this; he did all that God commanded him.” (Genesis 6:22, ESV). This was faith in action, trusting in what he couldn’t yet see (Hebrews 1:7). And in the end, what seemed foolish became the very means of salvation for him and his family. Just like Noah, we are often called to prepare, obey, and walk by faith before the first “drop” of God’s plan is visible. What may seem absurd in obedience becomes the ark of deliverance in hindsight. Faith requires obedience even when you don’t see the rain.
- Parting of the Red Sea – When the Way is Shut
In Exodus 14, the Israelites had just been freed from slavery in Egypt after generations of oppression. But not long into the journey, Pharaoh changed his mind and pursued them with his army. The Israelites were trapped – the Red Sea in front of them, Pharaoh’s army behind them. In the face of terror and grumbling, God tells Moses: “Lift up your staff, and stretch out your hand over the sea and divide it, so that the people of Israel may go through the sea on dry ground.” (Exodus 14:16, ESV). God didn’t just make a narrow path or a muddy walkway – He split the waters, and they walked through on dry land. (Exodus 14: 21 – 22). To us, this event screams impossibility. But for God, it was a display of His power and faithfulness. Sometimes in life, we’re hemmed in on both sides by fear, failure, or overwhelming pressure. But God still parts seas. He still makes ways where there are none. Your dead end is just a miracle waiting to happen. The Israelites walked on dry ground, showing us that where man sees dead ends, God makes highways. - Virgin Birth of Jesus – A Womb Without a Seed
In Matthew 1:18-25, we’re introduced to one of the most astonishing moments in history. Mary, a young virgin from Nazareth, is visited by the angel Gabriel. He tells her: “You will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus.” (Luke 1:31, ESV). Naturally, she’s confused: “How will this be, since I am a virgin?” (Luke 1:34). Gabriel replies: ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you “(Luke 1:35). This moment, the incarnation, defies biology, science, and human reason. It was impossible, except that God said so. Mary’s “yes” birthed hope into the world. This miracle became the doorway for the Savior to enter the world. God didn’t choose the rich, the powerful, or the prestigious. He chose a surrendered heart. This reminds us: God’s miracles don’t need man’s methods. They need our “yes.” When God calls us to carry something divine, even if it defies understanding, He also empowers us to fulfill it. - Resurrection of Jesus – When Death Lost Its Hold
The resurrection is the greatest miracle of all. In Matthew 28, after being brutally crucified and buried in a guarded tomb, Jesus rises on the third day, just as He promised. The angel declares: “He is not here, for He has risen, as He said.” (Matthew 28: 6, ESV). The stone was rolled away, which is not just about Jesus defeating death. It was about validating everything He ever said and did. Without the resurrection, there is no gospel. As Paul writes: “If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins.” (Corinthians 15:17). But he was raised. This means: sin is defeated, death is dethroned, Hope is eternal. If Jesus could rise from the dead, there is nothing too dead in your life for God to resurrect. Not your dreams, not your calling, not even your joy. This isn’t just a story; it is the cornerstone of our faith. If Jesus conquered death, what else could limit Him?
Application In Christian Life
This truth isn’t just theological – it is personal! Faith in God’s possibilities touches every area of our daily life, especially in a world filled with anxiety, depression, and relentless striving.
Overcoming Personal Limitations:
Everyone has moments of inadequacy, a weakness that seems immovable. So have I, whether it’s facing career uncertainty, fears about the future, or my weaknesses. Some of us also live in quiet dread of not being enough – Am I smart enough? Successful enough? Spiritual enough? Aren’t those our constant questions? Or I’m not smart enough, successful enough, or spiritual enough; our certificate to ourselves? But Scripture reminds us, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9). God’s strength doesn’t need your perfection; it only asks for your surrender. Weakness is no longer something to hide; it’s the canvas on which God paints His power.
Facing Insurmountable Challenges:
Whether it’s sickness, failure, broken families, or lost opportunities, our mountains are real. But so is our Mountain Mover. If He can raise Lazarus, still storms, and break prison chains, He can handle our mess. Faith speaks into these moments with truth, as the song goes, ‘God is our refuge and our strength… an ever-present help in times of trouble,’ which was derived from the verse “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1). We live in a culture that worships control. We plan, calculate, and strategize, trying to safeguard ourselves from pain and unpredictability. But the truth is, life isn’t something we can manage to perfection. As Like said earlier, sometimes the Lord calms the storm, and other times He calms us within it. Either way, He is with us.
Faith Unlocks the Impossible:
Hebrews 11:1 says, “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” Faith isn’t denial of reality; it’s choosing to believe a greater reality. Hebrews 11 is a testimony of people who “by faith” saw the impossible become possible; it’s rooted in God’s character. For those who overthink, stress, and analyze every decision, faith is not irrational – it’s invitational. It invites us to rest in God’s wisdom when ours runs out. It teaches us to walk when we can’t see the entire road. Faith moves mountains, not because we are strong, but because the One we trust is.
Faith doesn’t dismiss logic, but it does place God above it. And when we let that truth sink in, peace replaces panic, rest replaces striving, and courage replaces fear.
Scientific And Philosophical Perspectives
Some may argue that belief in miracles defies logic and science. But faith and science don’t always have to be enemies. Science observes and explains what is; it describes how things work. Faith believes in what can be; it speaks to why they exist, especially when it’s divinely initiated. Science says a virgin can’t give birth. Faith says, “But the Holy Spirit will overshadow you.” Miracles, by definition, interrupt natural laws. But that doesn’t make them less real – it makes them supernatural. Therefore, miracles defy natural laws, but they don’t deny them – they reveal a higher law: the sovereignty of our Father in Heaven. For example, modern medicine, logic, and technology still cannot explain many events where lives are changed in ways that only faith accounts for. And our God is above nature, not bound by it. Philosophically, the idea of impossibility is challenged when God is introduced into the equation. As C.S. Lewis said, “Miracles are a retelling in small letters of the very same story which is written across the whole world in letters too large for some of us to see.” “Miracles are irrational” – isn’t that what they say? But also believe in an all-powerful Creator naturally leads to accepting that such a being can work beyond the limitations of human logic. If God exists, nothing is impossible.
Inspirational Stories And Testimonials
Their lives weren’t easy, but they made room for God of the impossible to work through them.
- Modern Day Miracles – Faith Stories, Not Fairy Tales
Miracles aren’t just things of the past; they happen today, and we’ve seen them. At least some of us have stood in prayer meetings where people received healing, physically and emotionally. We’ve watched prodigals come home after years of rebellion, hearts softened not by argument but by the grace of the Father. We’ve seen anxious hearts become worship leaders, addicts walk in freedom from sin, and small ministries grow into communities that touch thousands. The impossible didn’t just become possible because of luck – it became possible because God said yes when His people chose to believe. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8, ESV). If he moved then, and He moves now, He will move for you too and forever. - Personal Testimonies of Believers – Faith Stories – God Has Always Been at Work.
It’s not just us. The history of the church is filled with people who did the “impossible” through faith:
George Muller: a man who cared for thousands of orphans in 19th-century England, never once asked for money, but always prayed. And so provision always came. Food would show up at the orphanage door minutes before mealtime. That’s not a coincidence; it’s the God of Matthew chapter 6 verse 33.
Corrie Ten Boom: a Dutch Christian who helped Jews escape the Holocaust, survived a Nazi concentration camp and later preached the gospel of forgiveness around the world. She once said, “There is no pit so deep that God’s love is not deeper still.”
David Wilkerson: an ordinary preacher who obeyed God’s tug to minister to violent gangs in New York. His “yes” birthed Teen Challenge, a ministry that helps addicts find freedom in Jesus.
These are not superhumans. They are everyday believers with an extraordinary God. They walked by faith, even when everything around them looked impossible. And so do we. And so can you.
- Impact on Others – Testimonies that Travel
Faith is not meant to be private; it’s meant to be shared. Faith that lives is faith that spreads. We share testimonies not because we are strong, but because someone needs to know God is still writing redemption stories. “He’s not done yet; not with me, and not with you.” And this is how faith grows: one testimony at a time.
Conclusion: ‘With God All Things Are Possible’
“With God all things are possible” isn’t just a verse to memorize – it’s a truth to live by. From Genesis to Revelation, from ancient seas to modern testimonies, God proves that nothing is beyond His reach. He moves mountains, heals wounds, opens wombs, and raises the dead. He softens hearts, provides for needs, and makes a way in the wilderness. In our world of uncertainties, limitations, and brokenness, this truth is oxygen: we are not limited by our capacity. We are released by His Sovereignty.
So here’s an encouragement to you, dear reader:
Don’t pray small. Don’t limit God to what you can understand. Believe in the impossible, because your God makes all things possible; Like in Matthew 7:7, “Ask and it shall be given to you, seek and you shall find, knock and the door shall be open to you.” Let your life be the next testimony. And then, go tell someone: “With God, all things are possible.”