THE GOD WHO VISITS AT THE APPOINTED TIME

THE GOD WHO VISITS AT THE APPOINTED TIME

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Genesis 21:1-2

Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:11; Habakkuk 2:3; Galatians 4:4; Psalm 102:13; Romans 9:9

INTRODUCTION:
Our God is the Master of times and seasons. He does not act randomly or by accident. Every divine visitation comes at a carefully appointed time determined by His perfect wisdom. Though human impatience often makes us feel that God is late, He is never behind schedule. When the appointed time arrives, divine promises are fulfilled, long-standing afflictions are terminated, and the waiting season turns into laughter. Sarah and Abraham waited for many years, but at the appointed time, God visited them and turned barrenness into fruitfulness. No matter how long you have waited, God’s appointed time for your visitation will surely come.

1. GOD’S TIMING IS ALWAYS PERFECT

a) God operates by divine schedule (Ecclesiastes 3:1)
There is a divine order and purpose behind every season of life. God has a set time for every event under heaven. Nothing happens by chance in the life of a believer who walks with God.

b) Delay is not denial (Habakkuk 2:3)
What looks like a delay is simply a divine preparation for manifestation. God’s promises may appear slow, but they never fail. His timing ensures that the blessing will come in the fullness of purpose.

c) God’s visitation is never random (Galatians 4:4)
Jesus came into the world at the exact time appointed by the Father. Likewise, every divine visitation in our lives follows the same principle, the fullness of time.

d) Waiting time builds faith and character (Romans 5:3-4)
During seasons of waiting, God strengthens our endurance, purifies our motives, and prepares us for greater responsibility. Waiting is part of divine training.

Biblical Example: God visited Abraham and Sarah at the appointed time, fulfilling the long-awaited promise of Isaac (Genesis 21:1-2).

2. DIVINE VISITATION TERMINATES LONG AFFLICTION

a) God’s visitation brings healing and deliverance (Exodus 3:7-8)
When God visited Israel in Egypt, centuries of bondage ended in one divine moment. His visitation always comes with the power to rescue and restore.

b) Every divine visitation changes the story of the afflicted (Luke 7:16)
When God steps into a situation, hopelessness gives way to hope, and sorrow is replaced with joy. His presence transforms destinies.

c) One visitation can reverse years of suffering (Genesis 50:24)
Joseph assured his brothers that God would visit them and bring them out of captivity. Divine visitation can overturn years of limitation in one instant.

d) God’s visitation silences mockers and reveals His faithfulness (Psalm 126:1-2)
When God turned the captivity of Zion, the people’s mouths were filled with laughter, and the nations acknowledged God’s goodness.

Biblical Example: The woman with the issue of blood suffered for twelve years, but one divine encounter brought her instant healing (Mark 5:25-34).

3. DIVINE VISITATION ACTIVATES FORGOTTEN PROMISES

a) God never forgets His covenant (Psalm 105:8)
The promises of God are eternal and unchangeable. Even when it seems as though He is silent, He is watching over His word to perform it.

b) God’s visitation revives dying hope (Romans 4:19-21)
Abraham believed against all odds because he trusted the faithfulness of the One who promised. When God visits, faith is rekindled and hope is renewed.

c) What seems forgotten is being prepared for fulfilment (Isaiah 60:22)
Sometimes God delays a promise because He is preparing the perfect circumstances for its manifestation. “At the right time, I, the Lord, will make it happen.”

d) God ensures every spoken word finds expression (Joshua 21:45)
None of God’s words fall to the ground. His promises may tarry, but they will surely come to pass.

Biblical Example: God visited Hannah after years of barrenness, and she gave birth to Samuel, the prophet who changed Israel’s history (1 Samuel 2:21).

4. DIVINE VISITATION BRINGS SUPERNATURAL PROMOTION

a) God’s visitation changes position and status (1 Samuel 2:8)
When God visits, the lowly are lifted, and those forgotten are remembered. He raises the poor out of the dust and seats them among princes.

b) Divine visitation releases hidden potentials (Genesis 41:14)
Joseph was forgotten in prison until divine visitation located him and brought him before Pharaoh. One visitation moved him from the dungeon to the palace.

c) God’s visitation commands favour before men (Psalm 102:13)
At the set time, divine favour compels people to recognise and bless you. Divine visitation makes you remembered by those who matter.

d) When God visits, long-standing barriers are broken (Isaiah 45:2)
Obstacles that hinder your progress melt away before the presence of God. His visitation clears the path to your destiny.

Biblical Example: Mephibosheth was living in obscurity until David remembered him and restored his inheritance through covenant favour (2 Samuel 9:6-7).

5. DIVINE VISITATION RELEASES JOY AND FULFILMENT

a) God’s visitation replaces sorrow with laughter (Genesis 21:6)
Sarah declared, “God has made me to laugh.” When God visits, sorrow is exchanged for overflowing joy.

b) Joy is the natural outcome of divine encounter (Psalm 30:5)
Weeping may endure for a night, but when the Lord visits, morning joy arrives with fresh glory.

c) God’s presence guarantees fullness of joy (Psalm 16:11)
Every divine visitation brings satisfaction, peace, and fulfilment that the world cannot give.

d) The fruit of divine visitation is lasting testimony (Luke 1:68)
God’s visitation does not bring temporary excitement but enduring joy and undeniable evidence of His power.

Biblical Example: Elizabeth rejoiced greatly when the Lord visited her and took away her reproach by giving her a son, John the Baptist (Luke 1:24-25).

CONCLUSION:
God is never late in fulfilling His promises. His visitations come at the appointed time and in perfect alignment with His divine plan. No matter how long you have been waiting, God’s appointed time will surely come, and when it does, nothing can stop it. Your tears will turn to laughter, your delay will end in testimony, and your story will bring glory to God. Hold on in faith, your appointed time of visitation is near.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, thank You for being the God of perfect timing and faithfulness.
2. O Lord, visit my life today and let every delay turn into divine testimony.
3. Every long-standing affliction in my life, end today by the power of divine visitation.
4. Lord, remember every forgotten promise concerning me and bring it to speedy fulfilment.
5. Father, visit my family and wipe away every reproach in the name of Jesus.
6. O Lord, let my waiting season produce deeper faith, wisdom, and maturity.
7. Father, at the appointed time, cause my destiny helpers to locate me without delay.
8. Lord, visit my career, ministry, and finances with divine increase and favour.
9. Every barrier standing between me and my manifestation, crumble by divine visitation.
10. Father, let this be my set time for divine remembrance, joy, and laughter.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. Your appointed time of divine visitation has come in the name of Jesus!
2. The Lord will visit your family and turn every tear into laughter!
3. Every forgotten promise concerning your destiny shall manifest speedily!
4. You will not miss your moment of divine visitation in this season!
5. Every long-term affliction in your life is coming to an end now!
6. Every delay you have suffered is turning into a testimony of joy!
7. The Lord will open your womb of fruitfulness and fill your life with laughter!
8. Divine visitation will lift you from obscurity to prominence!
9. This is your appointed time for favour, breakthrough, and fulfilment!
10. You shall testify that the Lord visited you and made you exceedingly glad!