DIVINE COMPENSATION

Title: DIVINE COMPENSATION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Joel 2:25
"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:
Romans 8:28, Zechariah 9:12, 1 Peter 5:10, Isaiah 61:7, Job 42:10

INTRODUCTION:
Divine compensation refers to the process by which God restores, rewards, and rewards His people for all they have lost or suffered. It is the act of God's divine grace in providing blessings and abundance in return for the hardships or injustices we have faced. This compensation goes beyond material things; it includes spiritual growth, restoration of relationships, and the fulfilment of God's promises in our lives. In times of loss, disappointment, or delay, we can trust in God's promise of restoration and divine compensation.

1. UNDERSTANDING DIVINE COMPENSATION

a) The Nature of Divine Compensation:
Divine compensation is an act of God's grace and mercy, where He restores what was lost or stolen (Joel 2:25).

b) It’s More Than Material Restitution:
While divine compensation may include material restoration, it often involves spiritual, emotional, and relational blessings (Romans 8:28).

c) God’s Promise of Restoration:
God’s Word assures us that He will restore what we have lost and multiply it beyond our expectations (Zechariah 9:12).

d) It Is Part of God’s Justice:
Divine compensation is part of God’s justice system, where He makes things right for His children who have suffered unjustly (Isaiah 61:7).

e) Biblical Example: Job’s restoration after his suffering shows God's ability to compensate for years of loss (Job 42:10-12).

2. THE POWER OF DIVINE COMPENSATION IN TIMES OF LOSS

a) God Sees Our Losses:
God is aware of every loss, and He promises to restore what the enemy has stolen from us (John 10:10).

b) From Mourning to Joy:
Divine compensation turns our mourning into joy, replacing what was lost with abundant blessings (Psalm 30:5).

c) Restoration of Years Lost:
God promises to restore not just things but years, turning the clock back on all that has been taken or wasted (Joel 2:25).

d) The Blessing of Double for Trouble:
God often rewards those who have suffered for His sake with double blessings (Isaiah 61:7).

e) Biblical Example: Naomi's restoration through Ruth’s marriage to Boaz reflects divine compensation in her life (Ruth 4:13-17).

3. HOW GOD COMPENSATES US DIVINELY

a) Through Restoration of Relationships:
Divine compensation brings healing to broken relationships and restores fellowship with loved ones (Malachi 4:6).

b) Blessings Beyond Expectations:
God compensates with blessings that surpass what we have lost, fulfilling His promise of abundance (Ephesians 3:20).

c) Spiritual Growth and Maturity:
In the midst of loss, God uses the experience to cultivate spiritual maturity and strengthen our faith (James 1:2-4).

d) Open Doors of Opportunity:
Divine compensation opens new doors for growth, prosperity, and service, enabling us to flourish in God’s will (Revelation 3:8).

e) Biblical Example: David’s recovery of everything taken from him at Ziklag is a clear example of divine compensation (1 Samuel 30:8-18).

4. CONDITIONS FOR DIVINE COMPENSATION

a) Faith in God's Promise:
To receive divine compensation, we must trust God’s Word and believe in His ability to restore and compensate (Hebrews 11:6).

b) Patience and Perseverance:
Divine compensation often requires patience, as God works His purpose through the process of restoration (Romans 5:3-5).

c) Obedience to God’s Word:
God rewards those who follow His commands and align their lives with His will (Deuteronomy 28:1-14).

d) Letting Go of Past Hurts:
To fully experience divine compensation, we must forgive and release the past, allowing God to heal our wounds (Ephesians 4:31-32).

e) Biblical Example: The Israelites' faith and obedience in the wilderness brought about their eventual restoration in the promised land (Joshua 1:3-6).

5. THE MANIFESTATION OF DIVINE COMPENSATION IN OUR LIVES

a) Overflowing Blessings:
Divine compensation often comes in the form of blessings that overflow, enriching every area of life (Psalm 23:5).

b) Complete Restoration:
God will restore us fully, bringing back everything we lost in greater abundance (2 Samuel 9:7).

c) Uncommon Favor and Honor:
As a result of divine compensation, we experience favor with God and man, and He lifts us up to positions of honor (Esther 8:15-17).

d) Renewed Strength and Purpose:
Divine compensation refreshes and renews our strength, empowering us for greater service and impact (Isaiah 40:31).

e) Biblical Example: Solomon’s reign after David’s time reflects divine compensation in the form of peace, prosperity, and wisdom (1 Kings 10:23-24).

CONCLUSION:
Divine compensation is not just a concept but a reality that believers can experience when they trust God, remain faithful, and allow Him to work in their lives. God, in His mercy, restores what we have lost, multiplies our blessings, and rewards us beyond measure. No matter the setbacks, losses, or sufferings we may face, we can hold onto the promise that God will compensate us in ways that far exceed our expectations.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, I receive Your promise of divine compensation in my life today.

2. Father, restore all that the enemy has stolen from me in Jesus' name.

3. I declare that every area of my life will experience divine restoration and compensation.

4. Father, turn my mourning into dancing and my sorrow into joy.

5. Lord, reward me double for the trouble I have endured in Your name.

6. I claim the restoration of lost opportunities and dreams in Jesus' name.

7. Father, open doors of favor and blessings that will surpass my expectations.

8. I receive overflowing blessings in every area of my life.

9. Lord, help me to walk in obedience and trust in Your perfect timing for my compensation.

10. Father, empower me to forgive and release the past so I can fully receive Your divine compensation.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. You will experience divine restoration in every area of your life.

2. God will compensate you for every loss and disappointment with greater blessings.

3. As you trust in God, He will open new doors of favor and opportunity for you.

4. Every sorrow will be replaced with joy, and every loss will be compensated with abundance.

5. God will restore the years that the locusts have eaten in your life.

6. You will walk in favor and honor as a result of God’s divine compensation.

7. Your spiritual growth will be accelerated, and you will receive a double portion of His blessings.

8. Divine compensation is coming to your family, relationships, and finances.

9. God will bless you beyond your wildest expectations.

10. The pain and loss of the past will lead to a greater testimony of God’s faithfulness and goodness.