DIVINE FULFILLMENT

Title: DIVINE FULFILLMENT

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Philippians 1:6
"Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ."

Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 138:8, Isaiah 55:11, Habakkuk 2:3, 2 Corinthians 1:20

INTRODUCTION:
Divine fulfillment refers to the complete accomplishment of God’s plans and purposes in our lives. It is God’s will that His promises are brought to fruition, and He is faithful to fulfill every word He has spoken over us. This message will explore how divine fulfillment operates, the importance of waiting on God, and how we can align ourselves with His will to experience fulfillment in our lives.

1. GOD INITIATES DIVINE FULFILLMENT

a) God’s Purpose for Our Lives:
Before we were born, God had already determined a plan for our lives, and He is committed to fulfilling it (Jeremiah 29:11).

b) God's Faithfulness to His Promises:
God is faithful, and He will complete the good work He has begun in us, ensuring His promises come to pass (1 Thessalonians 5:24).

c) Fulfillment is Part of God's Will:
God’s desire is to bring His plans to fulfillment in our lives, for it is part of His good and pleasing will (Romans 8:28).

d) Divine Timing:
God operates in His own timing, ensuring that His plans are fulfilled at the right moment for our benefit and His glory (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

e) Biblical Example:
God fulfilled His promise to Abraham by giving him a son, Isaac, in His perfect timing, even when it seemed impossible (Genesis 21:1-2).

2. UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS OF DIVINE FULFILLMENT

a) Preparation Before Fulfillment:
Before God fulfills His promises, He often prepares us, refining our character and faith to handle the fulfillment (James 1:3-4).

b) Trusting God's Timing:
It’s essential to trust that God’s timing for fulfillment is always perfect, even if we face delays (Habakkuk 2:3).

c) The Role of Patience:
Patience is necessary in the process of divine fulfillment, as God often works behind the scenes to bring His purposes to pass (Romans 8:25).

d) Faith in God's Ability:
We must have faith in God’s ability to fulfill His promises, knowing He has the power to accomplish what He has said (Luke 1:37).

e) Biblical Example:
Joseph endured years of hardship before the fulfillment of his dream, but God's plan for him was accomplished in the right time (Genesis 41:46).

3. THE PURPOSE OF DIVINE FULFILLMENT

a) To Glorify God:
The ultimate purpose of divine fulfillment is to bring glory to God, as His work in our lives testifies to His greatness (Psalm 138:8).

b) For Our Good:
God’s fulfillment of His promises is always for our benefit, even when we don’t fully understand it (Romans 8:28).

c) To Strengthen Our Faith:
Experiencing divine fulfillment strengthens our faith, helping us to trust God more deeply in the future (Hebrews 10:23).

d) To Demonstrate God’s Faithfulness:
Fulfillment is a demonstration of God's faithfulness, reminding us of His unwavering commitment to His promises (Deuteronomy 7:9).

e) Biblical Example:
The fulfillment of God's promise to Israel, bringing them into the Promised Land, demonstrated His faithfulness to His covenant (Joshua 21:45).

4. ALIGNING WITH GOD'S WILL FOR DIVINE FULFILLMENT

a) Surrendering to God’s Plan:
We must align ourselves with God’s will and surrender to His plans for us to experience fulfillment (Proverbs 3:5-6).

b) Obeying God's Commands:
Obedience is a key factor in seeing divine fulfillment. We must walk in God’s ways and follow His commands (Deuteronomy 28:1-2).

c) Praying for God’s Will to Be Done:
We must consistently pray for God's will to be done in our lives, seeking His direction and guidance (Matthew 6:10).

d) Staying Committed to God’s Purpose:
Even when we face challenges, we must remain committed to God’s purpose for our lives, trusting that He will bring it to pass (Romans 5:3-4).

e) Biblical Example:
Mary’s surrender to God’s will led to the fulfillment of God’s promise to send a Savior, despite the challenges she faced (Luke 1:38).

5. THE OUTCOME OF DIVINE FULFILLMENT

a) Fullness of Blessings:
When God fulfills His promises, He brings about the fullness of blessings that we have been waiting for (Psalm 23:5).

b) Restoration and Renewal:
Divine fulfillment often involves the restoration of what was lost, and the renewal of hope and strength (Joel 2:25-26).

c) A Testimony to Others:
Our fulfilled promises serve as a testimony to others of God's faithfulness and power (Psalm 40:3).

d) Peace and Joy:
When God's promises are fulfilled, it results in peace and joy, knowing that God has completed His good work in us (John 15:11).

e) Biblical Example:
God’s fulfillment of His promise to restore Job resulted in even greater blessings than he had before his trials (Job 42:10-13).

CONCLUSION:
Divine fulfillment is the completion of God's promises in our lives, bringing about His purposes in perfect timing. We can trust in God’s faithfulness, knowing that He will fulfill every word He has spoken. By aligning ourselves with His will and trusting His process, we can experience the fullness of what He has prepared for us.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, I thank You for the promises You have made to me.

2. Lord, help me to trust in Your perfect timing for the fulfillment of Your promises.

3. Father, refine me and prepare me for the divine fulfillment You have for my life.

4. Lord, I surrender to Your will and plan for my life.

5. Help me to remain patient as I wait for Your fulfillment, trusting in Your faithfulness.

6. Father, grant me the faith to believe in the fulfillment of every promise You have spoken.

7. Lord, I pray for Your will to be done in my life, in alignment with Your purposes.

8. Father, strengthen my faith as I await the manifestation of Your promises.

9. Thank You, Lord, for the restoration and blessings that come with Your fulfillment.

10. I praise You for the joy and peace that comes with the fulfillment of Your promises in my life.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. Divine fulfillment is your portion; every promise of God over your life will come to pass.

2. God will fulfill His good plan for your life, bringing you into a season of abundance.

3. You will experience the fullness of blessings that God has promised to you.

4. Divine restoration is coming to you; what was lost will be renewed.

5. God will complete the work He began in you, and you will see His purpose fulfilled.

6. Your waiting season will give way to the season of fulfillment.

7. God’s faithfulness will be evident in your life, as He fulfills every word He has spoken.

8. You will testify of the greatness of God’s fulfillment in your life.

9. Every area of your life that has been delayed will experience divine fulfillment.

10. God will fill you with peace and joy as His promises come to fruition in your life.