The term omnipotent comes from a blend of two Latin words: omni (meaning all) and potens (meaning powerful). These two terms encapsulate the idea of unlimited power and absolute dominion over all things. In its most literal sense, omnipotence refers to an entity’s ability to accomplish anything without restriction. An omnipotent being, therefore, represents an embodiment of ultimate power.

The Christian understanding of omnipotence, this power is often combined with omniscience (all-knowing) and omnibenevolence (all-good). These attributes are perceived as being inseparable. In order to exhibit all-powerfulness, the Almighty must be everywhere all at once. He must be able to perceive the past, present, and future. To explain omnipotence in modern scientific terms, we’d say God remains unconfined by space or time....