OPERATING IN THE SUPERNATURAL THROUGH THE POWER OF THANKSGIVING

Title: OPERATING IN THE SUPERNATURAL THROUGH THE POWER OF THANKSGIVING

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Supporting Texts: John 6:11-12, Luke 17:15-19, Psalm 92:1-2, Philippians 4:6-7

INTRODUCTION:
Thanksgiving is not just an expression of gratitude; it is a spiritual principle that unlocks the supernatural. It positions believers to operate above natural limitations, connecting us to God’s abundance, power, and intervention. In this message, we will explore how thanksgiving activates the supernatural and transforms lives.

1. THANKSGIVING ATTRACTS GOD'S PRESENCE

a) Thanksgiving as a Gateway to God’s Presence:
Thanksgiving opens the door to God’s presence (Psalm 100:4).

b) The Supernatural Thrives in God’s Presence:
Where God’s presence is, miracles, breakthroughs, and deliverance occur (Psalm 16:11).

c) Thanksgiving Invites Divine Intervention:
It causes God to step into our situations and make a difference.

d) Grumbling Repels God's Presence:
Complaining hinders the flow of God's power, but thanksgiving invites it.

Biblical Example: Jesus thanked God before multiplying the five loaves and two fish, resulting in supernatural abundance (John 6:11-12).

2. THANKSGIVING MULTIPLIES GOD'S BLESSINGS

a) The Power of Gratitude:
Gratitude acknowledges God as the source of blessings, prompting Him to do more (Psalm 92:1-2).

b) Thanksgiving Activates Divine Multiplication:
What is insufficient becomes more than enough when we thank God.

c) Thanksgiving Unlocks Supernatural Provision:
Lack and insufficiency give way to God’s abundance in an atmosphere of thanksgiving.

d) Thanksgiving as a Seed for More:
Every heartfelt thanksgiving sown yields a harvest of greater blessings.

Biblical Example: Jesus’ thanksgiving turned insufficient resources into a miraculous feast for thousands (John 6:11-12).

3. THANKSGIVING BRINGS COMPLETE RESTORATION

a) Thanksgiving Restores What Was Lost:
Gratefulness to God leads to divine restoration and wholeness (Joel 2:25-26).

b) Thanksgiving Activates Wholeness in Healing:
Gratitude acknowledges God’s work and completes the process of restoration.

c) Thanksgiving Brings Uncommon Favour:
Those who return with thanksgiving attract God’s attention for complete restoration.

d) Thanksgiving Preserves the Blessing Received:
It ensures that what God has done remains permanent in our lives.

Biblical Example: One leper returned to thank Jesus, and he was made whole while the others missed the fullness of the blessing (Luke 17:15-19).

4. THANKSGIVING PRODUCES SUPERNATURAL PEACE AND JOY

a) Thanksgiving Disarms Worry and Anxiety:
It shifts focus from problems to God’s power (Philippians 4:6-7).

b) Thanksgiving Restores Joy and Hope:
It fills our hearts with supernatural peace and confidence in God’s plan.

c) Thanksgiving Ushers in God’s Comfort:
In challenging times, it reminds us of God’s faithfulness and sustains us.

d) Thanksgiving as an Act of Faith:
It demonstrates trust in God’s promises and opens doors for the miraculous.

Biblical Example: Paul and Silas praised and thanked God in prison, leading to divine intervention and supernatural peace (Acts 16:25-26).

5. THANKSGIVING USHERS IN DIVINE PROMOTION

a) Thanksgiving Provokes Divine Elevation:
Gratitude to God positions believers for supernatural promotion (Psalm 75:6-7).

b) Thanksgiving Prepares the Way for Greater Testimonies:
As we thank God for past victories, He opens the door for new ones.

c) Thanksgiving as a Mark of Humility:
It acknowledges God as the source of every good thing, attracting His grace.

d) Thanksgiving Opens Doors for Divine Honour:
God honours those who honour Him with thanksgiving (1 Samuel 2:30).

Biblical Example: After David thanked and honoured God, he experienced consistent victories and promotion (2 Samuel 6:14-22).

CONCLUSION:
Thanksgiving is a powerful tool for operating in the supernatural. It attracts God’s presence, multiplies blessings, restores wholeness, brings peace, and positions us for divine promotion. Cultivate a lifestyle of thanksgiving, and watch God’s power transform your life in extraordinary ways.

PRAYER POINTS
1. Father, I thank You for all You have done in my life.

2. Lord, let my thanksgiving provoke divine intervention in my situation.

3. Father, multiply my blessings as I thank You.

4. Lord, restore everything I have lost as I give You thanks.

5. Father, grant me supernatural peace and joy through my gratitude.

6. Lord, let my thanksgiving bring wholeness to my life.

7. Father, elevate me to new heights as I offer You my thanks.

8. Lord, let my thanksgiving open doors of supernatural provision.

9. Father, let every complaint in my life turn into thanksgiving.

10. Lord, let my thanksgiving attract greater testimonies in Jesus’ name.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. As you give thanks, God’s presence will overshadow your life.

2. Every limitation in your life will turn into supernatural abundance.

3. Your thanksgiving will provoke divine restoration in Jesus' name.

4. Peace and joy will fill your heart as you operate in thanksgiving.

5. The blessings of God in your life will multiply exceedingly.

6. Every lost opportunity will be restored as you thank God.

7. Divine promotion is coming your way as you live a life of gratitude.

8. Your thanksgiving will attract divine favour and honour.

9. God will turn every challenge into a testimony as you thank Him.

10. Your life will be a reflection of God’s supernatural power through thanksgiving.

Engage the power of thanksgiving, and experience the supernatural in all areas of your life!