be in the power of

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Pray that in our churches our mission interest and mission work may be in the power of the Holy Spirit and of prayer.

From The Ministry of Intercession A Plea for More Prayer by Murray, Andrew

Whether it may be in the power of Congress to adopt any measures which can in any manner counteract the design of the enemy is submitted to their wisdom.

From Patrick Henry by Tyler, Moses Coit

All three laughed, and George shuddered as he realized what it meant to be in the power of such creatures.

From Under the Rebel's Reign by Neufeld, Charles

This objection is valid, whether the depravity is supposed to be in the power of willing, or in the acts of the will.

From Calvinistic Controversy Embracing a Sermon on Predestination and Election and Several Numbers, Formally Published in the Christian Advocate and Journal. by Fisk, Wilbur

It was evident that Onthank must do something speedily, or he would be in the power of the bear.

From The Young Miner or Tom Nelson in California by Alger, Horatio