THE GOD WHO COMES THROUGH IN THE LAST MINUTE

Title: THE GOD WHO COMES THROUGH IN THE LAST MINUTE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Exodus 14:10-16
Supporting Texts: Daniel 3:25-28, John 11:39-44, Psalm 46:1

INTRODUCTION:
God specialises in showing up when all hope seems lost. He is never late, even if He does not come when we expect. At the "last minute," when everything seems impossible, God demonstrates His power and faithfulness. This message reminds us that God’s timing is perfect, and He will always come through for His people.

1. THE NATURE OF LAST-MINUTE DIVINE INTERVENTIONS

a) God’s Timing is Perfect
God knows the best time to intervene (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

b) It Builds Our Faith
Last-minute miracles strengthen our trust in Him (Hebrews 11:6).

c) It Demonstrates God’s Power
His intervention showcases His sovereignty over all situations (Jeremiah 32:27).

d) It Silences the Enemy
God’s last-minute help puts the plans of the enemy to shame (Psalm 23:5).

e) Biblical Example: The Red Sea crossing (Exodus 14:10-16).

2. WHY GOD ALLOWS LAST-MINUTE DELIVERANCES

a) To Test Our Faith
God tests our hearts to see if we trust Him completely (Genesis 22:1-2).

b) To Bring Glory to His Name
God uses our impossible situations to glorify Himself (John 11:4).

c) To Teach Us Dependence on Him
Last-minute help teaches us to rely solely on God (Proverbs 3:5-6).

d) To Strengthen Our Testimonies
God’s intervention creates powerful stories of His faithfulness (Revelation 12:11).

e) Biblical Example: Lazarus was raised after four days to demonstrate God’s glory (John 11:39-44).

3. KEYS TO EXPERIENCING GOD’S LAST-MINUTE INTERVENTION

a) Maintain Faith in God
Even when the situation seems hopeless, trust Him (Mark 5:36).

b) Stay Persistent in Prayer
Consistent prayer invites God’s intervention (Luke 18:1-8).

c) Obey God’s Instructions
God’s guidance often precedes His miracles (2 Kings 5:10-14).

d) Declare His Promises
Speak God’s Word over your situation (Isaiah 55:11).

e) Biblical Example: The three Hebrew men obeyed God and were delivered from the fiery furnace (Daniel 3:25-28).

4. WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN GOD COMES THROUGH

a) A Turnaround in the Situation
God’s intervention changes the outcome (Psalm 126:1-3).

b) Confusion in the Camp of the Enemy
God’s help destroys the plans of the wicked (Isaiah 54:17).

c) A Strengthened Faith
Experiencing God’s intervention builds unshakable trust in Him (Romans 8:28).

d) A New Testimony
God’s miracles lead to testimonies that inspire others (Psalm 40:3).

e) Biblical Example: Paul and Silas were freed from prison at midnight, leading to salvation in the jailer’s household (Acts 16:25-34).

5. LIVING IN EXPECTATION OF GOD’S LAST-MINUTE HELP

a) Trust God’s Sovereignty
Believe that He is in control, no matter the situation (Isaiah 41:10).

b) Keep Your Focus on Him
Fix your eyes on God, not on the problem (Psalm 121:1-2).

c) Surround Yourself with Faith-Building People
Stay around those who encourage you in faith (Hebrews 10:24-25).

d) Praise God in Advance
Worship God as if the answer has already come (2 Chronicles 20:21).

e) Biblical Example: Abraham lived in hope and trusted God’s timing for Isaac’s birth (Romans 4:20-21).

CONCLUSION:
The God we serve is the One who comes through at the last minute. His timing is not ours, but it is always perfect. No matter how hopeless your situation appears, keep your faith alive. Trust God’s promises and expect Him to show up, even in the final hour. He never fails.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, I trust Your timing; show up in my life today.

2. Lord, deliver me from every situation that seems impossible.

3. Father, strengthen my faith in moments of delay.

4. Lord, let every plan of the enemy against my destiny fail.

5. Father, turn my hopeless situations into testimonies.

6. Lord, guide me to obey Your instructions for my deliverance.

7. Father, silence every voice of doubt and fear in my heart.

8. Lord, let Your glory be revealed through my trials.

9. Father, make me a living testimony of Your faithfulness.

10. Lord, rescue me from the edge of defeat and establish me in victory.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. God will come through for you when all hope seems lost.

2. Every delay in your life will turn into divine testimonies.

3. The plans of the enemy against you will fail completely.

4. You will not fall at the edge of your breakthrough.

5. God’s power will turn your trials into triumphs.

6. The last-minute miracle you need is being released now.

7. God’s intervention will bring joy and celebration to your life.

8. Every impossibility in your life will bow to God’s power.

9. Your testimony will inspire others to trust in God.

10. The God of the final hour will show up mightily for you.