What are miracles in the Bible?
Miracles are extraordinary acts of God that go beyond the ordinary working of nature, revealing his power and pointing people to him. The greatest is the resurrection of Jesus.
The Bible records God doing what only God can do — parting the sea, healing the sick, raising the dead. These are not magic but signs that reveal God’s power and confirm his messengers and message.
Jesus’ miracles were ‘signs’ pointing to who he is. John writes that they were recorded ‘that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God’ (John 20:31). They displayed his authority over nature, sickness, and death.
The central miracle is the resurrection, the foundation of the faith. While God still works as he wills today, miracles in Scripture always serve a purpose: to point beyond themselves to God.
Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.