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IMPOSSIBLE

Doctrine & Theology • Both
Impossible means beyond human power or ability. Scripture teaches that nothing consistent with God’s nature and purpose is impossible for Him, while God cannot lie or act contrary to His character.
Biblical Usage
Scripture uses the term for human powerlessness and for matters impossible to people but possible with God. The same limitation applies to statements about faith: faith does not make possible what is contrary to God’s nature or purpose. God cannot lie.