FULFILLING DIVINE PURPOSE

FULFILLING DIVINE PURPOSE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Jeremiah 1:5 — “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.”

Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28, Ephesians 2:10, Acts 13:36, Isaiah 46:10

DESCRIPTION: Fulfilling divine purpose means walking in God’s plan for your life and completing the assignment for which you were created.

INTRODUCTION:
Every person on earth was created with a divine purpose. Life is not a product of chance; it is carefully orchestrated by God who has a plan for every individual. You were not born by accident—your existence is intentional and tied to a greater plan that God wants to accomplish through you.

Purpose is the reason for existence, the assignment God has placed in your hands, and the destiny He designed for you before you were born. Until a person discovers and walks in their divine purpose, life remains empty, unfulfilled, and directionless. True joy and satisfaction in life come only when you are aligned with the will of God for your existence.

Sadly, many live and die without ever discovering or fulfilling their divine purpose. But God’s desire is that you will rise to fulfil the reason for your creation. As Acts 13:36 says of David, “For David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell on sleep.” Beloved, you were created to fulfil divine purpose, and heaven is counting on you.

1. DIVINE PURPOSE IS GOD-ORDAINED
Your purpose originates from God and not from human ideas.

a) God is the author of purpose (Isaiah 46:10): He declares the end from the beginning and ordains your destiny.

b) Purpose is predetermined (Jeremiah 1:5): Before birth, God had already assigned you a unique calling.

c) Purpose gives life meaning (Proverbs 19:21): Many plans are in a man’s heart, but only God’s counsel will stand.

d) Purpose is spiritual, not just physical (Ephesians 2:10): We are created in Christ Jesus for good works prepared beforehand.

Biblical Example: Jeremiah — God revealed to him that he was ordained as a prophet even before his birth (Jeremiah 1:5).

2. DIVINE PURPOSE REQUIRES DISCOVERY
No one can fulfil what they have not discovered.

a) Discovery comes through seeking God (Matthew 7:7): Ask, seek, and knock, and God will reveal His plan.

b) The Word reveals purpose (Psalm 119:105): God’s Word is a lamp that directs us into divine purpose.

c) The Holy Spirit guides into purpose (John 16:13): He reveals God’s will and leads believers into destiny.

d) Prayer is key to discovery (Jeremiah 33:3): Call upon God, and He will show you great and mighty things.

Biblical Example: Paul — On the road to Damascus, he discovered God’s divine purpose for his life (Acts 9:3-6, 15).

3. DIVINE PURPOSE REQUIRES OBEDIENCE
Purpose can only be fulfilled when we yield to God’s will.

a) Obedience is better than sacrifice (1 Samuel 15:22): Purpose is aborted without obedience to God’s instructions.

b) Partial obedience hinders purpose (Jonah 1:3): Jonah ran from God’s assignment and faced consequences.

c) Obedience brings fulfilment (John 2:5): Miracles happen when we do whatever God commands.

d) Obedience attracts divine support (Isaiah 1:19): If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the good of the land.

Biblical Example: Noah — He obeyed God’s instruction to build the ark, fulfilling his divine assignment (Genesis 6:22).

4. DIVINE PURPOSE IS FOR GOD’S GLORY
Your life’s assignment is not about self, but about God’s glory.

a) Purpose must glorify God (1 Corinthians 10:31): Whatever you do must bring glory to God.

b) Purpose blesses others (Genesis 12:2): God blesses you to be a blessing to others.

c) Purpose is kingdom-focused (Matthew 6:33): Seek first the kingdom of God, and everything else will follow.

d) Purpose impacts generations (Psalm 145:4): One generation shall praise His works to another.

Biblical Example: Esther — She fulfilled purpose by saving her people “for such a time as this” (Esther 4:14).

CONCLUSION:
Your greatest fulfilment in life is tied to living out God’s divine purpose for your existence. Anything outside purpose is a wasted effort and misplaced energy.

Therefore, seek God, discover His assignment for your life, and obey His instructions diligently. When you live for divine purpose, your life becomes impactful, fulfilling, and eternally rewarded.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, thank You for creating me with a divine purpose.
2. Lord, open my eyes to discover the reason for my existence.
3. Every power assigned to derail me from my purpose, be destroyed.
4. Father, grant me the grace to walk in Your divine plan.
5. Lord, help me to obey You fully in fulfilling my assignment.
6. My life will not be wasted on things outside divine purpose.
7. Father, connect me with people who will help me fulfil destiny.
8. Lord, silence every voice of distraction against my calling.
9. Father, use my life to glorify Your name in every generation.
10. I shall finish my divine assignment like David in my generation.

GOD’S WORD FOR YOU TODAY (Prophetic Declarations):
1. You will discover your divine purpose and walk in it.
2. Every confusion concerning your destiny is cleared today.
3. You will not miss the reason for which you were created.
4. Divine purpose will prevail over every plan of the enemy in your life.
5. God will order your steps into His perfect will.
6. You will receive grace to obey divine instructions.
7. Your life will bring glory to God in every season.
8. You will fulfil your assignment and bless generations.
9. No power will cut short your destiny before its time.
10. Like David, you will serve your generation according to the will of God.