THE DIVINE MARK OF EXEMPTION

THE DIVINE MARK OF EXEMPTION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Ezekiel 9:4-6

Key Verse: “And the Lord said unto him, Go through the midst of the city, through the midst of Jerusalem, and set a mark upon the foreheads of the men that sigh and that cry for all the abominations that be done in the midst thereof.” (Ezekiel 9:4)

Supporting Texts: Exodus 12:13; Galatians 6:17; Revelation 7:2-3; Psalm 91:7-10

Description: The divine mark of exemption is God’s seal of preservation that distinguishes His people from the calamities, destructions, and judgements that consume others.

INTRODUCTION:
In every generation, God has always distinguished His covenant people from the destruction that comes upon the ungodly. One of the ways He does this is by placing a divine mark upon His children — a spiritual seal that exempts them from evil. This mark is not physical but spiritual, visible to heaven and feared by hell. It represents God’s ownership, His covering, and His guarantee of preservation.

The divine mark of exemption ensures that in times of plague, famine, judgement, or attack, God’s children are divinely protected. When destruction is permitted to strike a land, heaven recognises those who carry His mark, and the sword of judgement passes over them. This truth is consistent throughout Scripture, showing us that exemption is part of our covenant heritage.

As believers in Christ, we carry this mark through the blood of Jesus, the seal of the Holy Spirit, and the covenant promises of God. Understanding and walking in the reality of this mark gives us confidence to live without fear, even when evil surrounds us.

1. THE MEANING OF THE DIVINE MARK OF EXEMPTION
The divine mark of exemption signifies God’s ownership, protection, and separation from destruction. It sets believers apart as untouchable by calamity.

a) Mark of Ownership (Galatians 6:17)
Paul declared, “I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus.” The mark shows we belong to God and are not to be tampered with.

b) Mark of Preservation (Psalm 91:7-10)
When thousands fall around, the one with God’s mark is preserved from danger.

c) Mark of Separation (Ezekiel 9:4-6)
God marked those who mourned over sin in Jerusalem to spare them from judgement.

d) Mark of Covenant Blood (Exodus 12:13)
The blood on the doorposts exempted Israel from the plague of death.

Biblical Example: During the last plague in Egypt, the Israelites were exempted by the mark of blood, and the angel of death passed over them (Exodus 12:23).

2. THE POWER BEHIND THE DIVINE MARK
The divine mark is effective because it carries God’s authority, His covenant, and His Spirit.

a) Sealed by the Blood of Jesus (Hebrews 9:14)
The blood of Christ cleanses and marks us as exempted from destruction.

b) Sealed by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13)
Believers are sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise, which is a mark of divine exemption.

c) Backed by God’s Authority (Revelation 7:2-3)
Angels could not harm the earth until God’s servants were sealed with His mark.

d) Respected in the Spirit Realm (Acts 19:15)
The mark of Christ carries authority recognised by both angels and demons.

Biblical Example: Job was exempted from Satan’s destruction because God’s hedge of protection — His divine mark — surrounded him (Job 1:9-10).

3. THE BLESSINGS OF THE DIVINE MARK OF EXEMPTION
Carrying God’s mark brings blessings of protection, favour, and victory in life.

a) Exemption from Calamity (Psalm 121:7)
The Lord preserves His people from all evil, ensuring their exemption.

b) Divine Favour (Exodus 33:16)
God’s presence and mark distinguish His people and give them favour.

c) Victory Over the Enemy (Isaiah 54:17)
No weapon formed against the marked child of God prospers.

d) Confidence in Troubled Times (2 Timothy 1:12)
Knowing the One who seals us keeps us secure in every situation.

Biblical Example: Daniel was exempted from harm in the lion’s den because he bore the mark of divine favour and protection (Daniel 6:22).

4. HOW TO WALK IN THE REALITY OF THE DIVINE MARK
Believers must live in obedience, faith, and covenant alignment to fully enjoy the covering of God’s mark.

a) Living in Holiness (2 Timothy 2:19)
Those who bear God’s mark must depart from iniquity to keep their covering intact.

b) Standing in Covenant (Deuteronomy 7:9)
Walking in covenant faithfulness ensures generational exemption.

c) Living by Faith (Habakkuk 2:4)
Faith keeps us conscious of God’s mark even when danger surrounds us.

d) Prayer and Intercession (Psalm 91:15)
Prayer activates the covenant covering and keeps the mark effective against attack.

Biblical Example: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were exempted from fire because they walked in obedience and covenant loyalty to God (Daniel 3:25).

CONCLUSION
The divine mark of exemption is real, powerful, and unbreakable. It is God’s way of sealing His people in times of judgement, destruction, or calamity. With this mark upon you, you are not ordinary; you are divinely distinguished. Evil may rage around you, but it cannot touch you because heaven has placed a mark upon you.

However, this mark works effectively only when you walk faithfully with God in covenant obedience, holiness, and faith. The same God who exempted Israel in Goshen, who sealed His servants in Jerusalem, and who marked the early church by His Spirit is still marking His children today. As long as you remain in Christ, that divine mark will continue to speak preservation, favour, and victory over your life.

PRAYER POINTS
1. Lord, thank You for the divine mark of exemption upon my life.
2. By the blood of Jesus, let every evil pass over me and my household.
3. Father, exempt me from every calamity happening in my environment.
4. O Lord, let Your mark of ownership distinguish me for favour.
5. Lord, preserve me and my family from destruction in these perilous times.
6. Every evil arrow targeted at me, return to sender in Jesus’ name.
7. By Your covenant, keep me exempted from sudden death.
8. Father, seal my destiny with Your Spirit and secure my future.
9. Lord, let the mark of exemption speak for me in times of judgement.
10. Father, let my life reflect the reality of Your divine protection daily.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS
1. You shall be exempted from every calamity that swallows others.
2. The blood of Jesus shall mark you for preservation.
3. No evil shall touch your dwelling because of the divine seal over you.
4. You shall be distinguished for favour wherever you go.
5. No weapon formed against you shall prosper.
6. You shall walk in confidence, knowing that heaven has marked you for life.
7. Every arrow of sudden death shall pass over you and your household.
8. You shall enjoy divine preservation in all your journeys.
9. You shall be a living testimony of God’s covenant of exemption.
10. From today, the divine mark of exemption will speak continually over your destiny.