IT IS MY SEASON OF LAUGHTER

IT IS MY SEASON OF LAUGHTER

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Genesis 21:6 (NKJV) - "And Sarah said, 'God has made me laugh, and all who hear will laugh with me.'"

Supporting Texts: Psalm 126:1-3, Luke 1:37, Job 8:21, Psalm 30:5, Romans 4:19-21

INTRODUCTION:
There are seasons in life ordained by God, each with its unique purpose and expression. We journey through seasons of sowing, waiting, weeping, and reaping. But today, the word of the Lord declares that for someone listening, your season of reaping with joy has come. A season where tears are replaced with triumph and mourning is turned into laughter.

This laughter is not a mere emotional response to a funny situation; it is the profound, irrepressible joy that bursts forth from a heart that has witnessed the miraculous intervention of God. It is the joy that comes when God defies every odd, breaks every chain, and fulfills a long-awaited promise against all human expectations.

Many have endured a period of hardship, a night filled with weeping and questions. But the Psalmist reminds us that joy comes in the morning. That morning is here. God is turning your story around in such a dramatic fashion that your only reasonable response will be to laugh with overwhelming, holy joy. Get ready, for you are entering your season of laughter.

1.  THE PROPHETIC NATURE OF HOLY LAUGHTER

a) Laughter as a Fulfillment of Promise -
The laughter God gives is a testimony of a finished work.  Sarah's laughter in our main text was not one of doubt as before, but of fulfillment. It was the sound of a promise conceived by God coming to full term. Your season of laughter is God's way of announcing that what He said concerning you has come to pass.

b) Laughter as a Weapon of Spiritual Warfare -
Joy is the atmosphere of heaven and a weapon against the enemy.  Nehemiah 8:10 says the joy of the Lord is your strength. When you laugh by faith, you are declaring that your trust is not in what you see but in the unshakable word of God. It confuses the enemy and strengthens your spirit for victory.

c) Laughter as a Testimony to Others -
Sarah said, "all who hear will laugh with me."  Your breakthrough is not just for you; it is a public testimony of God's faithfulness. Your season of joy will become a source of encouragement and faith for others who are still waiting. Your laughter will prophesy to them that their time is coming.

d) Laughter that Replaces Pain -
This divine laughter heals the wounds of past disappointments.It is the balm of Gilead that soothes the soul that has ached for answers. When God gives you laughter, the memory of the pain loses its sting, for the joy of the present reality overwhelms the struggles of the past.

Biblical Example: The story of Sarah and Abraham (Genesis 18:9-15, 21:1-7).
They received a promise that seemed impossible due to their advanced age. Sarah initially laughed in disbelief, but God's promise prevailed. Her laughter of doubt was transformed into laughter of joy at the birth of Isaac, whose name means "he laughs."

2.   POSITIONING YOURSELF FOR YOUR SEASON OF LAUGHTER

a) Stand on the Promise of God - Like Abraham,who did not waver in faith regarding God's promise, you must anchor your heart to the word of God. Your season of laughter is triggered by your unwavering belief in His faithfulness, especially when circumstances seem contrary.

b) Give Thanks in Advance -
1 Thessalonians 5:18 instructs us to give thanks in all circumstances.Thanksgiving is the language of faith that anticipates the breakthrough. Begin to thank God for your season of laughter even before you see its full manifestation.

c) Surround Yourself with Faith - Proverbs 13:20 tells us that he who walks with the wise becomes wise.Likewise, walking with those of faith will build your expectation for your miracle. Distance yourself from the voices of doubt and negativity that ridicule God's promise for your life.

d) Declare it Until You See It - Romans 4:17 tells us God calls things that are not as though they were.  Begin to declare your season of laughter. Speak it over your life, your family, your finances, and your health. Your confession of faith activates and accelerates the manifestation.

Biblical Example: The story of the Israelites in Psalm 126.
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, they were "like those who dream." Their mouths were filled with laughter and tongues with joy. Their restoration was a direct result of God turning their captivity around, a testament to holding onto promise through a long season.

3.  THE CHARACTERISTICS OF DIVINE LAUGHTER 

a) It is Sudden and Supernatural - God's joy often comes suddenly and unexpectedly, breaking into impossible situations. One moment you are in despair, and the next, God moves and your mourning turns to laughter. This laughter is not manufactured; it is a supernatural gift from God that overwhelms your natural circumstances.

b) It is Contagious and Inclusive - Just as Sarah declared that others would laugh with her,divine joy impacts your entire atmosphere. Your personal breakthrough becomes a corporate blessing, bringing joy to your family, your friends, and all who have shared in your journey. Your testimony will spark faith in others.

c) It is Rooted in Redemption -
This isn't shallow happiness;it's the deep joy of redemption. It's the laughter that comes when God doesn't just give you something new, but when He restores what was lost, broken, or stolen. It's the joy of seeing God rewrite the narrative of your life with a redemptive ending.

d) It Confounds Human Wisdom The world laughs at God's promises because they seem foolishness to the natural mind. But divine laughter is God's response to human doubt. When He performs the miracle, your laughter becomes a declaration that God's foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, confounding the experts and the skeptics.

Biblical Example: The healing of the lame man at the Beautiful Gate (Acts 3:1-10).
His situation was hopeless and lifelong. In a sudden supernatural moment, Peter and John declared healing in the name of Jesus. He leaped up, walking and praising God. His joy was contagious, filling everyone with wonder and amazement at what had happened.

4.  LIVING IN YOUR SEASON OF LAUGHTER

a). Guard Your Joy Jealously -
Once God has brought you into this season, it is your responsibility to protect it.   Philippians 4:4-7 instructs us to rejoice always and guard our hearts with thanksgiving and prayer. Do not allow the cares of this world or the whispers of the enemy to steal your divinely appointed joy.

b) Become a Dispenser of Joy -
Your season of laughter is not for you alone.You are now a conduit of God's joy to others. Share your testimony freely. Encourage those who are still in their season of weeping. Let your life demonstrate that their turn is coming, and use your joy to lift the burdens of others.

c) Let Laughter Fuel Your Worship - Your laughter should translate into passionate praise. The joy of the Lord is your strength for worship. Let your thanksgiving be vigorous and your praise be extravagant. Your worship in this season should be a direct reflection of the overwhelming joy God has placed in your heart.

d) Anticipate Continuous Victory - This season of laughter is not a fleeting moment but an entry into a new dimension of faith and victory.It sets a precedent for your life. Expect God to continue doing the impossible. Let this miracle become the foundation for believing God for even greater things in the future.

Biblical Example: The story of King David bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 6:12-15).
After a previous setback, David ensured the Ark was carried correctly. When God blessed the move, David danced before the Lord with all his might, dispensing joy to all of Israel. He was not ashamed of his extravagant, joyful worship, and it ushered in a new season of victory for the nation.

CONCLUSION:
This is not a sermon of empty hype, but a declaration of divine timing. God is shifting you from a season of testing to a season of testimony. The same God who visited Sarah in her hopeless situation is visiting you today. He is turning your story around for His glory.

Get ready to laugh. Get ready to experience a joy so deep it can only come from Heaven. Your breakthrough is here. Your miracle is now. Your long-awaited promise is being birthed. Embrace it, celebrate it, and laugh the laugh of victory. For truly, this is your season of laughter.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, I thank you for ending every season of weeping in my life, in the name of Jesus.
2. Every power assigned to postpone my joy, be paralyzed by the fire of God, in the name of Jesus.
3. My Father, by your power, turn every situation that has become a source of pain into a testimony of joy.
4. I receive the grace to believe your promises like never before, removing every shadow of doubt.
5. Let my laughter begin now, and let it be heard by my enemies that You have triumphed on my behalf.
6. Father, surprise me with a miracle that will cause me to laugh uncontrollably for joy.
7. I break every curse of stagnation and delayed blessings over my life and family.
8. Let my life become a manual of testimony that will cause others to believe in your power.
9. Every good thing that is dead in my life, be resurrected now and bring me joy.
10. My Father, let this new season of laughter usher me into a new realm of favor and abundance.

GOD'S WORD FOR YOU TODAY:
1. Your time of shame is over; your time of celebration has begun.
2. The Lord will fill your mouth with laughter and your tongue with songs of joy.
3. What has made you cry in secret will now make you laugh in public.
4. You will laugh at your enemies and their failed schemes against your destiny.
5. The Lord is giving you beauty for the ashes of your past disappointments.
6. Your household will become a hub of joy and celebration from this day forward.
7. You will laugh so hard that you will forget the pain of your past struggles.
8. God is surprising you with a blessing so big it will leave you in joyful awe.
9. Your financial account will experience a supernatural turnaround that causes laughter.
10. Get ready to laugh at the impossible, for with God, all things are possible.