6 occurrences in 12 translations

'Powerful' in the Bible

For his letters, say they, are weighty and powerful; but his bodily presence is weak, and his speech contemptible.

Verse ConceptsCriticism, against believersContempt, Examples OfEloquenceIn Men's PresenceWeaknessSpeech

since you seek proof of Christ speaking in me. He is not weak toward you, but powerful among you.

Verse Conceptsdoubt, results ofPower Through GodProofsSpeaking As From God

for we rejoice when we may be infirm, and ye may be powerful; and this also we pray for -- your perfection!

Verse ConceptsGrowthJoy, Of The ChurchStrong PeoplePeople ImprovedYou Will Rejoice In SalvationWeaknessMaturityimprovement

Bible Theasaurus

Adequate (11 instances)
Capable (45 instances)
Competent (12 instances)
Effective (13 instances)
Efficacious (2 instances)
Mighty (576 instances)
Powerful (220 instances)

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