DIVINE SUCCESS

Title: DIVINE SUCCESS

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Joshua 1:8
“This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”

Supporting Texts: Proverbs 16:3, Psalm 1:3, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Isaiah 55:11, Matthew 6:33

INTRODUCTION:
Divine success is the kind of success that comes from aligning ourselves with God’s will and receiving His empowerment to achieve His purposes for our lives. Unlike worldly success, which is often based on self-effort and external circumstances, divine success is rooted in obedience to God, trust in His promises, and reliance on His grace. It is marked by peace, fulfillment, and impact that glorifies God.

1. THE FOUNDATION OF DIVINE SUCCESS

a) Alignment with God’s Will:
Success begins when we align our goals with God’s purpose (Jeremiah 29:11).

b) Obedience to God’s Word:
Meditating on and obeying God’s Word is crucial for success (Joshua 1:8).

c) Trust in God’s Provision:
God’s provision is essential for achieving success (Philippians 4:19).

d) Seeking God’s Kingdom First:
Prioritizing God’s Kingdom opens doors to success (Matthew 6:33).

e) Biblical Example: Daniel’s unwavering commitment to God’s ways led to his success in a foreign land (Daniel 6:3).

2. CHARACTERISTICS OF DIVINE SUCCESS

a) It Brings Glory to God:
True success honors God and points to His greatness (Psalm 115:1).

b) It Is Lasting and Fruitful:
Divine success produces lasting impact and fruitfulness (Psalm 1:3).

c) It Is Empowered by the Holy Spirit:
The Holy Spirit empowers us to succeed in God’s will (Acts 1:8).

d) It Overcomes Natural Limitations:
Divine success transcends natural barriers and limitations (Ephesians 3:20).

e) Biblical Example: Joseph’s rise to power in Egypt was a result of divine success beyond his own ability (Genesis 41:46).

3. THE ROLE OF FAITH IN DIVINE SUCCESS

a) Faith in God’s Promises:
Trusting in God’s promises is the foundation of success (Hebrews 11:1).

b) Faith to Overcome Challenges:
Faith enables us to overcome obstacles on the path to success (1 John 5:4).

c) Faith in God’s Timing:
Success comes when we trust God’s perfect timing (Ecclesiastes 3:1).

d) Faith in God’s Power:
Believing in God’s power enables us to achieve the impossible (Luke 1:37).

e) Biblical Example: The faith of David to defeat Goliath brought him divine success (1 Samuel 17:45-50).

4. HOW TO WALK IN DIVINE SUCCESS

a) Keep God at the Center:
Make God the focus of your ambitions and desires (Proverbs 3:5-6).

b) Stay Committed to His Word:
Consistently meditate on and apply God’s Word to your life (Psalm 119:105).

c) Be Diligent and Excellent in Your Work:
Excellence and diligence attract divine success (Colossians 3:23).

d) Keep a Heart of Gratitude and Humility:
A humble and thankful heart opens the door to continued success (James 4:6).

e) Biblical Example: Solomon’s request for wisdom rather than riches led to divine success and prosperity (1 Kings 3:5-14).

5. THE IMPACT OF DIVINE SUCCESS

a) It Testifies of God’s Faithfulness:
Our success becomes a testimony to God’s faithfulness and goodness (Lamentations 3:23).

b) It Inspires Others to Trust God:
Divine success encourages others to seek God’s will for their own lives (Psalm 34:3).

c) It Leads to Increased Influence:
Divine success opens doors for greater influence in the world (Esther 4:14).

d) It Brings Eternal Rewards:
Divine success leads to eternal rewards in God’s Kingdom (Matthew 6:19-21).

e) Biblical Example: The success of Nehemiah in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem brought glory to God and strengthened His people (Nehemiah 2:18).

CONCLUSION:
Divine success is a result of partnering with God and obeying His guidance. It is marked by lasting fruit, the fulfillment of God’s purposes, and the glorification of His name. As we trust in God’s promises and align our lives with His will, we can experience divine success in every area of life.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, I align my desires with Your will for my life.

2. Lord, help me to meditate on and obey Your Word every day.

3. Father, empower me to overcome every obstacle in my path to success.

4. Lord, I trust in Your provision for all my needs.

5. Father, grant me faith to believe in Your promises and timing.

6. Lord, help me to seek Your Kingdom first in all I do.

7. Father, grant me wisdom and strength to achieve success in Your will.

8. Lord, let my success bring glory to Your name.

9. Father, open doors of opportunity for divine success in my life.

10. Lord, help me to remain humble and thankful for every success You give me.

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

2. God will open doors of opportunity that lead to great success.

3. Your success will bring glory to God and inspire others.

4. Every obstacle hindering your success is being removed by divine intervention.

5. You will walk in the fullness of God’s plan for your life.

6. Divine wisdom and insight will guide you to success.

7. God will provide all the resources you need to succeed.

8. Your faith in God will unlock the doors to supernatural success.

9. You will rise above every limitation and experience divine promotion.

10. Your success will be a testimony to God’s faithfulness and greatness.