GOD IS YOUR LAST BUS STOP

Title: GOD IS YOUR LAST BUS STOP

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Psalm 121:1-2
Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Hebrews 13:5

INTRODUCTION:
In life, we often go from one place to another, seeking solutions to our problems and trying to find answers to our questions. We may try various paths, but ultimately, God is our final destination and our last bus stop. He is the One who will never leave us or forsake us, and He alone can bring lasting solutions to the challenges we face. This message highlights the importance of recognizing God as our ultimate refuge and source of help in times of need.

1. THE JOURNEY OF LIFE AND ITS MANY STOPS

a) Seeking Help in Many Places
In our journey through life, we often seek help in various places—friends, family, jobs, wealth, education, and even personal abilities. While these may provide temporary relief, they cannot satisfy our deepest needs.

b) The Disappointment of Temporary Solutions
Many times, what seemed like a solution turns out to be temporary, leaving us still searching for lasting peace and answers. God, however, is the only one who provides permanent solutions.

c) The Search for Fulfillment
Just as a traveler searches for the right bus stop to take them to their destination, we often search for fulfillment in different aspects of life. However, God is the only one who can fulfill us completely.

d) The Need for a Final Destination
We all desire to reach a place of stability, peace, and joy. While many avenues may present themselves, God is the ultimate final stop where we find everything we need.

e) Biblical Example: The Israelites wandered in the wilderness for forty years, seeking their destination, yet God was always with them, guiding them to their final rest (Exodus 13:21-22).

2. GOD IS YOUR FINAL DESTINATION

a) God is Your Help in Times of Trouble
Psalm 121:1-2 reminds us that our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. When all other avenues have been exhausted, God is the One who remains steadfast and faithful to deliver us.

b) God is the Source of Strength
Life’s journey can be exhausting, but God provides the strength we need to continue. Isaiah 41:10 assures us that God will uphold us with His righteous right hand.

c) God’s Presence is Everlasting
Unlike human solutions that fade, God's presence remains with us forever. Hebrews 13:5 tells us that God will never leave us nor forsake us, making Him our ultimate and unchanging destination.

d) Trusting God as Our Final Stop
As we go through life, we must learn to trust that God knows the way and has a purpose for us at each stop along the journey. His plans for us are good and filled with hope.

e) Biblical Example: The Apostle Paul, despite facing persecution and hardship, found his ultimate refuge in God, declaring, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13).

3. GOD IS THE SOLUTION TO EVERY NEED

a) Finding Fulfillment in God Alone
When everything else fails, God remains our solution. He is the answer to every problem, whether financial, emotional, or spiritual.

b) God’s Solution is Sufficient
In 2 Corinthians 12:9, Paul found that God's grace is sufficient for him in his weakness. God’s provision is always enough to meet our needs, no matter the situation.

c) The Restoration and Healing That Comes from God
The restoration we seek in our lives can only come from God. His power can heal the brokenhearted and restore what has been lost.

d) The Peace That Surpasses Understanding
When we make God our final destination, He gives us peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding our hearts and minds (Philippians 4:7).

e) Biblical Example: When the disciples were in the storm and thought they would perish, Jesus calmed the storm with a word, showing that He is the solution in every crisis (Mark 4:39).

4. GOD’S FAITHFULNESS IS UNCHANGING

a) God’s Faithfulness in Every Season
Whether in times of prosperity or hardship, God remains faithful to His promises. We can trust that He will never fail us or let us down.

b) The Assurance of God’s Presence in Life’s Journey
We are assured that no matter where life takes us, God’s presence is with us. He is our protector and our guide throughout the journey.

c) Standing on God’s Promises
As we trust in God, we stand firm on His promises, knowing that He will always come through for us at the appointed time.

d) God’s Provision is Certain
God’s provision for us is not contingent on circumstances but on His unchanging character.

e) Biblical Example: God’s faithfulness to Abraham, even when he was asked to sacrifice Isaac, shows that God will always provide what we need at the right moment (Genesis 22:13-14).

5. MAKING GOD YOUR LAST BUS STOP

a) Surrendering to God’s Plan
Just as a traveler submits to the destination of the bus, we must surrender to God’s plan for our lives, trusting that He knows what is best for us.

b) Finding Rest in God’s Timing
When we make God our final stop, we find rest in His timing. We no longer have to strive to figure things out on our own.

c) Embracing God’s Provision
Making God our final destination means we accept His provision and allow Him to lead us to places of peace, abundance, and fulfillment.

d) Living with Confidence in God’s Guidance
When we trust that God is our final stop, we can live confidently, knowing He will never fail to guide us to where we need to be.

e) Biblical Example: The Apostle Peter, after being freed from prison, knew that God had led him out, and he made his way confidently to the place where God had prepared a new beginning (Acts 12:10).

CONCLUSION:
God is our final bus stop, the One who remains constant, trustworthy, and faithful. When we find ourselves at the end of our resources, with no one else to turn to, God is always there with His divine solution. He is our help in times of trouble, our source of strength, and our unchanging refuge. Make God your final destination today, and experience His peace, provision, and power in every area of your life.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, I surrender my journey into Your hands, trusting that You are my final destination.

2. Father, help me to seek You first in every situation and not rely on temporary solutions.

3. I trust in Your faithfulness, Lord, and declare that You will never leave me nor forsake me.

4. Father, I thank You for being my refuge and strength in times of trouble.

5. I surrender my plans to You, knowing that Your plans for me are good.

6. Lord, help me to live in the confidence that You are always with me.

7. I declare that I will no longer rely on my own understanding but trust in Your perfect timing.

8. Father, I thank You for providing solutions to every area of need in my life.

9. I trust that You will guide me to the right places and people in my journey.

10. Lord, I thank You for being my last bus stop, where I find peace and fulfillment.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. You will find divine direction at every junction in your life’s journey.

2. God will provide for every need you have, exceeding your expectations.

3. The peace of God will fill every area of your life, as you trust in Him completely.

4. God is leading you to places of abundance, and you will not lack any good thing.

5. Every storm you are facing will cease as you make God your final stop.

6. You will experience supernatural rest as you surrender to God’s plan for your life.

7. The Lord is turning your struggles into testimonies of His faithfulness.

8. As you trust in God, you will experience breakthroughs at every point of difficulty.

9. God will provide divine connections and open doors for you.

10. The Lord will guide you to a place of peace and fulfillment, where you will find rest for your soul.