Tuesday, March 31, 2009

What is "Dunamis"


NOW TO HIM WHO IS ABLE TO DO EXCEEDINGLY ABUNDANTLY ABOVE ALL THAT
WE ASK OR THINK, ACCORDING THE POWER THAT WORKS IN US”. (Ephesians 3:20) NKJV

Most of us who are familiar with the above passage of scripture have a tendency to focus on the phrase “exceedingly abundantly” yet we lose sight of what causes this to manifest in our lives – “exceedingly abundantly” manifests “…according to the power that works in us.” God Himself has placed a great force within our souls that will cause us to do mighty exploits. We must understand that the God-given force we possess is dunamis (miraculous ) power. Let’s go deeper….

Dunamis is a Greek term for “power.” It is an immovable force and relentlessness within our souls (minds, emotions, and wills) that produces His greatness in the earth. Isn’t this amazing? We look for miracles to happen from external resources when the miracles we need in our lives are already on the inside of us. God has given us so much strength and ability. On a daily basis miracles should manifest in our lives, homes, communities, churches, and businesses based upon the power we have been given. This is why it is so important that we become aware of what causes us to produce this kind of dunamis power.

Life can present so many negative forces, obstacles, challenges, and circumstances. They have caused us to feel powerless, helpless, tired, and complacent, among many other things. However, Dunamis Woman is here in various aspects to affirm your true authentic nature, as well as place a demand on you to become healed and empowered in your soul, so the dunamis power in you can manifest.

God has a special remnant of women that has been hidden for many years yet preserved for such a time as this. Many dunamis women such as; Oprah Winfrey, Dorothy Brown, Maya Angelou, Michelle Obama, and Harriett Tubman, just to respectfully name a few, are living examples that perseverance is a part of activating your dunamis power. These women of greatness have been through many trials, tragedies, and major disappointments throughout their lifetime; however, they never gave up on their dreams. Like unto yourself, you have faced many life challenges, but NOW is your time to experience greatness, as you break through every barrier for great success.

As the Publisher & CEO of Dunamis Woman Magazine, I am honored to be a part of God’s plan to expose and empower His great people. The ministries and businesses that are featured in this quarterly publication have made powerful choices to fulfill their purpose and destiny, and so can you. Stop being careful and be creative, stop being skeptical and be skillful, stop being full of fear and be full of faith. There are creative ideas and skills in you that only you can produce. No one can replace you in the earth, because when God created you, He created you an original and His patent is on you!