Monday, 13 October 2025

THE GOD WHO RAISES YOU AS A STANDARD IN YOUR GENERATION

THE GOD WHO RAISES YOU AS A STANDARD IN YOUR GENERATION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Genesis 41:38-41

Key Verse:When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him.” — Isaiah 59:19 (KJV)

Supporting Texts: Daniel 6:3;  Esther 2:17; Matthew 5:14-16; Philippians 2:15

Description:
God raises His people as divine standards and examples of righteousness, excellence, and power in their generation.

INTRODUCTION:
In every generation, God raises men and women who stand as His representatives; vessels through whom His glory, power, and righteousness are revealed. These individuals become divine standards, benchmarks of godliness, courage, and integrity. They are not ordinary people; they are heaven’s answer to the moral, spiritual, and social decay around them.

When the world is overwhelmed by corruption and darkness, God looks for men and women who will rise above compromise and reflect His nature. Such people become instruments of revival and transformation in their time. They are not defined by circumstances but by divine calling and empowerment.

To be raised as a standard in your generation means to be distinguished by the Spirit of God, to live in such a way that others see Christ in you. It is to stand firm when others bow, to speak truth when others are silent, and to shine brightly when others fade into darkness.

1. GOD RAISES STANDARDS THROUGH HIS SPIRIT
The Spirit of God empowers believers to rise above the tide of evil and serve as examples in their generation.

a) The Spirit of the Lord as the Source of Power (Isaiah 59:19): When the enemy rises, it is the Spirit who empowers believers to resist and overcome.

b) Empowerment for Righteous Living (Romans 8:11): The same Spirit that raised Jesus dwells in us, giving us power to live victoriously.

c) The Spirit Marks You for Distinction (Daniel 5:12): Daniel had an excellent spirit, which made him stand out in Babylon.

d) The Spirit Enables You to Overcome Darkness (Micah 3:8): True power to confront wickedness comes from the Holy Spirit’s presence in your life.

Biblical Example: Samson was raised by God to be a standard of deliverance against the Philistines. When the Spirit of the Lord came upon him, he subdued his enemies (Judges 15:14-15).

2. GOD RAISES STANDARDS THROUGH CHARACTER AND INTEGRITY
God’s chosen vessels shine through righteousness and moral excellence in a corrupt world.

a) Integrity Distinguishes You (Daniel 6:4): Daniel’s blameless character made him a divine standard in a pagan land.

b) God Honours the Upright (Psalm 84:11): Those who walk uprightly experience God’s favour and honour.

c) Character Builds Divine Trust (Genesis 39:9): Joseph refused sin because of his loyalty to God, and God elevated him.

d) Purity Invites Promotion (2 Timothy 2:21): When a person keeps himself pure, he becomes a vessel of honour fit for the Master’s use.

Biblical Example: Joseph was raised as a standard of purity, wisdom, and leadership in Egypt, becoming a reference point of godliness in a foreign land (Genesis 41:38-41).

3. GOD RAISES STANDARDS THROUGH COURAGE AND FAITHFULNESS
Divine standards are men and women who refuse to compromise their faith, no matter the opposition.

a) Courage in the Face of Threats (Daniel 3:16-18): The three Hebrew men stood firm in faith, refusing to bow to the king’s idol.

b) Faithfulness Under Pressure (Hebrews 11:33-34): The heroes of faith triumphed through courage and loyalty to God.

c) Standing for Truth (1 Kings 18:21): Elijah confronted a backslidden generation, calling them to choose the true God.

d) Obedience Despite Opposition (Acts 5:29): The apostles boldly declared, “We must obey God rather than men.”

Biblical Example: Esther stood as a standard of courage in her generation, risking her life to save her people (Esther 4:14-16).

4. GOD RAISES STANDARDS THROUGH EXCELLENCE AND INFLUENCE
Those raised by God shine through excellence in their field, becoming models of divine wisdom and influence.

a) Excellence Reflects God’s Glory (Daniel 6:3): Daniel’s exceptional spirit made him superior among his peers.

b) Divine Wisdom Attracts Honour (Genesis 41:39-40): Pharaoh acknowledged God’s wisdom in Joseph, promoting him to leadership.

c) Diligence Commands Respect (Proverbs 22:29): A diligent person will stand before kings, not obscure men.

d) Influence Expands the Kingdom (Matthew 5:16): When believers shine in their generation, they draw others to glorify God.

Biblical Example: Deborah was raised as a standard of wisdom, leadership, and courage in Israel, leading the nation to victory (Judges 4:4-9).

CONCLUSION:
To be raised as a standard in your generation means to be God’s chosen vessel of light in a dark world. It means you live in such a way that your life becomes a message — a standard of holiness, courage, wisdom, and power. Every generation needs men and women who will not compromise truth but will stand boldly for righteousness.

When you walk in the Spirit, uphold integrity, demonstrate courage, and pursue excellence, you position yourself to be that standard. You become a divine reference point, an example of what it means to walk with God. Allow Him to refine you, empower you, and use you as a beacon of hope to your generation.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, thank You for calling me to be a divine standard in my generation.
2. Father, fill me afresh with the Spirit of excellence and power.
3. Lord, help me to stand firm in righteousness and integrity.
4. Every power assigned to silence my voice of influence, be destroyed in Jesus’ name.
5. O Lord, make me a vessel of Your glory in my generation.
6. Father, raise me above every form of compromise and corruption.
7. Let my life reflect Your wisdom, courage, and purity at all times.
8. Lord, use me to inspire and strengthen others to follow You faithfully.
9. Every limitation holding me back from shining, be broken now in Jesus’ name.
10. Father, make my life a divine reference point of Your power and faithfulness.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. You shall rise as a divine standard of righteousness in your generation!
2. The Spirit of excellence will distinguish you among your peers!
3. You will not bow to compromise, you shall stand firm in truth and holiness!
4. God will raise you as a voice of influence in your generation!
5. You shall be a light that exposes and overcomes the darkness around you!
6. Divine favour will lift you to positions of impact and relevance!
7. Your life shall become a testimony of divine faithfulness and power!
8. Every attack against your destiny shall be turned into a platform for glory!
9. You will inspire others to know and serve God through your example!
10. You are rising as a standard of victory, purity, and divine excellence in Jesus’ name!

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