DIVINE MULTIPLICATION

Title: DIVINE MULTIPLICATION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Genesis 1:28
“And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth.”

Supporting Texts: John 6:9-13, Matthew 14:19-21, 2 Kings 4:1-7, Isaiah 60:22, Deuteronomy 1:11

INTRODUCTION:
Divine multiplication is the supernatural increase that God brings to His people. It is a powerful blessing that extends beyond mere addition, resulting in exponential growth in every area of life. This multiplication is rooted in God's original blessing to mankind to be fruitful and multiply. Through divine multiplication, what seems limited or insufficient in the natural becomes abundant through God's intervention.

1. THE CONCEPT OF DIVINE MULTIPLICATION

a) The Blessing of Multiplication:
God’s first command to mankind was to be fruitful and multiply (Genesis 1:28).

b) Beyond Addition:
Divine multiplication involves an increase that is far greater than simple addition (John 6:9-13).

c) God’s Will for His People:
Multiplication is part of God's divine plan for His people to experience abundance and success (Deuteronomy 1:11).

d) Exponential Growth:
In God's economy, what starts small can increase in a remarkable and multiplied way (Matthew 14:19-21).

e) Biblical Example:
The feeding of the 5,000, where a small lunch multiplied to feed a multitude (John 6:9-13).

2. KEY PRINCIPLES OF DIVINE MULTIPLICATION

a) Obedience to God’s Word:
Obedience to God’s commands positions you for divine multiplication (Deuteronomy 28:1-2).

b) Sowing Seeds in Faith:
Multiplication follows the principle of sowing and reaping (2 Corinthians 9:6-8).

c) God’s Timing is Perfect:
Divine multiplication happens in God’s time, not ours (Isaiah 60:22).

d) The Power of Thanksgiving:
Thanksgiving releases the power for multiplication (John 6:11).

e) Biblical Example:
The widow’s oil that multiplied as she obeyed the prophet’s instructions (2 Kings 4:1-7).

3. THE BENEFITS OF DIVINE MULTIPLICATION

a) Abundance in Every Area of Life:
Divine multiplication brings increase in health, wealth, and influence (Psalm 115:14-15).

b) Establishing God’s Kingdom on Earth:
Multiplication is part of the growth of the kingdom of God (Matthew 13:31-32).

c) Provision for Others:
As you are multiplied, you become a channel of blessing to others (Genesis 12:2).

d) Overcoming Scarcity:
What seems insufficient in the natural will be more than enough through divine multiplication (Matthew 14:19).

e) Biblical Example:
The parable of the talents, where faithful stewardship led to multiplication (Matthew 25:14-30).

4. HOW TO POSITION YOURSELF FOR DIVINE MULTIPLICATION

a) Align with God’s Purpose:
Seek God’s will for your life and walk in alignment with His purpose (Jeremiah 29:11).

b) Exercise Faith and Patience:
Trust God’s ability to multiply and wait on His timing (Hebrews 6:12).

c) Work Diligently:
Hard work and diligence, combined with God’s favour, lead to multiplication (Proverbs 22:29).

d) Cultivate a Generous Spirit:
Generosity opens the door to divine multiplication (Luke 6:38).

e) Biblical Example:
The early church’s multiplication of believers as they devoted themselves to God’s word and fellowship (Acts 2:41-47).

5. BARRIERS TO DIVINE MULTIPLICATION

a) Doubt and Unbelief:
Unbelief limits the flow of God’s multiplication (Mark 6:5-6).

b) Lack of Stewardship:
Mismanagement of resources hinders multiplication (Luke 16:10-12).

c) Disobedience to God’s Instructions:
Failure to obey God’s specific instructions can stop divine increase (1 Samuel 15:22-23).

d) Greed and Selfishness:
A heart that is focused on self will block divine multiplication (James 4:3).

e) Biblical Example:
The Israelites’ disobedience in the wilderness prevented them from experiencing the fullness of God’s blessings (Numbers 14:26-30).

CONCLUSION:
Divine multiplication is a blessing from God that brings exponential growth and supernatural increase. By aligning ourselves with God’s will, exercising faith, and being obedient to His Word, we can position ourselves for this mighty outpouring of blessing. Trust that as you apply these principles, God will multiply your efforts and resources beyond what you can imagine, bringing glory to His name.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, thank You for Your promise of multiplication in my life.

2. Lord, I receive the blessing of divine multiplication in every area of my life.

3. Father, let Your multiplication power be at work in my finances.

4. Lord, help me to be a faithful steward of the resources You have entrusted to me.

5. Father, I pray for the multiplication of souls in my church and community.

6. Lord, remove every barrier hindering Your multiplication in my life.

7. Father, I ask for divine strategies for increase and success in my career and ministry.

8. Lord, multiply my influence for Your kingdom’s advancement.

9. Father, help me to be generous so that I may experience Your multiplication.

10. Lord, I trust in Your perfect timing for divine multiplication in my life.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. You will experience supernatural multiplication in every area of your life.

2. Divine multiplication will bring abundance and overflow into your finances.

3. The Lord will multiply your efforts and bring success where there was struggle.

4. You will not experience scarcity, for God’s multiplication will meet all your needs.

5. Your business, career, and ministry will grow exponentially under God’s multiplication.

6. You will see exponential growth in your family, health, and relationships.

7. God’s divine multiplication will open doors of favour and promotion for you.

8. Your seed sown in faith will bring forth a multiplied harvest in due season.

9. You will become a channel of blessing to others through God’s multiplication.

10. The hand of God will multiply your influence for His glory and kingdom expansion.