DIVINE RECOVERY

Title: DIVINE RECOVERY

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Joel 2:25-26
“And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpillar, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.”

Supporting Texts:
1 Samuel 30:8
Jeremiah 30:17
Zechariah 9:12
Isaiah 61:7
John 10:10

INTRODUCTION:
Divine recovery refers to the supernatural restoration of what has been lost, stolen, or destroyed. God is a restorer who specialises in bringing back not only what was taken but also in giving greater blessings. Recovery is a promise from God, but it requires faith, action, and alignment with divine principles. This message unveils the process and power of divine recovery.

1. THE PROMISE OF DIVINE RECOVERY

God’s promise to restore is a recurring theme in the Bible.

a) God as the Restorer:
He restores time, health, relationships, and blessings (Joel 2:25).

b) Divine Timing in Recovery:
God’s restoration comes in His perfect time (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

c) Restoration with Abundance:
When God restores, it is more than what was lost (Job 42:10).

d) Recovery Is for His Glory:
God’s restoration showcases His power and love (Psalm 23:3).

Biblical Example:
The Israelites recovered their freedom and wealth when God delivered them from Egypt (Exodus 12:35-36).

2. KEYS TO EXPERIENCING DIVINE RECOVERY

Recovery is achieved by aligning with God’s principles.

a) Seek God First:
A relationship with God is the foundation of restoration (Matthew 6:33).

b) Engage in Prayer and Fasting:
Prayer moves God to intervene in your situation (Jeremiah 29:12).

c) Walk in Faith:
Faith unlocks the power of God for restoration (Mark 11:22-24).

d) Obedience to God’s Instructions:
Obeying divine direction ensures recovery (1 Samuel 30:8).

Biblical Example:
David recovered all at Ziklag after seeking and obeying God’s instruction (1 Samuel 30:1-19).

3. OBSTACLES TO DIVINE RECOVERY

Certain attitudes and actions can hinder restoration.

a) Doubt and Unbelief:
Lack of faith can block God’s hand (James 1:6-7).

b) Sin and Disobedience:
Sin separates us from God’s restoration (Isaiah 59:1-2).

c) Fear and Inaction:
Fear paralyses faith and delays recovery (2 Timothy 1:7).

d) Negative Confession:
Speaking doubt instead of faith hinders restoration (Proverbs 18:21).

Biblical Example:
The Israelites’ unbelief delayed their recovery of the Promised Land (Numbers 14:28-34).

4. THE POWER OF GOD IN DIVINE RECOVERY

God’s power is the ultimate force behind restoration.

a) God Recovers the Irrecoverable:
He restores even things thought to be lost forever (Ezekiel 37:1-10).

b) He Turns Loss into Gain:
God uses loss as a setup for greater blessings (Romans 8:28).

c) He Restores Supernaturally:
God’s restoration does not depend on human ability (Zechariah 4:6).

d) He Redeems Time:
God can compress time to recover wasted years (Joel 2:25).

Biblical Example:
The woman with the issue of blood experienced total recovery when she touched Jesus in faith (Mark 5:25-34).

5. LIVING IN CONTINUOUS DIVINE RECOVERY

To sustain recovery, believers must maintain a victorious lifestyle.

a) Maintain Fellowship with God:
Restoration is sustained through intimacy with God (John 15:5).

b) Cultivate a Thankful Heart:
Gratitude attracts more of God’s blessings (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

c) Guard Your Blessings:
Protect what God has restored through prayer and vigilance (1 Peter 5:8).

d) Share Your Testimony:
Testimonies glorify God and inspire others (Revelation 12:11).

Biblical Example:
Job maintained his faith and worshipped God after his restoration (Job 42:10-17).

CONCLUSION:
God specialises in restoring what has been lost, and His recovery plan is always better than we could imagine. Divine recovery requires faith, obedience, and perseverance. Trust God to recover everything that has been stolen or lost in your life, and expect Him to do more than you could ask or think.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, restore every good thing the enemy has stolen from me.

2. Lord, redeem the wasted years in my life and give me a fresh start.

3. Father, help me to align with Your plan for divine recovery.

4. Lord, let every hinderance to my restoration be destroyed.

5. Father, grant me the faith to believe in Your power to recover all.

6. Lord, restore peace and joy to my life in Jesus' name.

7. Father, I receive double for all my losses as promised in Your Word.

8. Lord, give me the wisdom to maintain what You restore to me.

9. Father, let my testimony of divine recovery inspire others.

10. Lord, make my life a showcase of Your restoring power.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. I declare that everything you have lost shall be recovered in Jesus' name.

2. Every wasted year in your life is being redeemed right now.

3. From today, you will experience double blessings for every loss.

4. God will open doors of restoration that no man can shut.

5. The power of God will bring back every good thing stolen from you.

6. You will recover your health, peace, and joy in Jesus' name.

7. The enemy’s grip on your destiny is broken permanently.

8. Your testimony of restoration will be heard worldwide.

9. God will restore relationships and opportunities in your favour.

10. You will walk in continuous divine recovery for the rest of your life!