HOW TO REGAIN HIS PRESENCE

HOW TO REGAIN HIS PRESENCE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Psalm 51:10-12

Key Verse: “Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.” (Psalm 51:11–12)

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 59:1-2; James 4:8; Revelation 2:4-5; Psalm 24:3-4

Description: This message teaches how believers can return to and sustain the manifest presence of God in their lives.

INTRODUCTION

The presence of God is the greatest treasure a believer can experience. It is in His presence that there is fullness of joy, direction, peace, and power. However, there are times when believers feel distant from God, not because He has moved, but because something has affected their sensitivity to His presence.

David, in Psalm 51, cried out for restoration after he had sinned. He understood that beyond blessings, achievements, or position, the most important thing was the presence of God. His prayer reflects a deep hunger for restoration and intimacy with God.

Many believers today desire God’s presence but do not know how to regain it when it seems lost. This message reveals practical and spiritual steps to return to a vibrant fellowship with God.

1. ACKNOWLEDGE AND REPENT OF SIN

Sin is a major barrier to experiencing God’s presence.

a. Sin Separates from God (Isaiah 59:2)
Sin creates a gap between man and God.

b. Honest Confession (1 John 1:9)
God forgives those who sincerely confess.

c. Godly Sorrow Leads to Repentance (2 Corinthians 7:10)
True repentance brings restoration.

d. Turning Away from Sin (Proverbs 28:13)
Mercy comes when sin is forsaken.

e. Biblical Example:
David repented deeply after his sin and sought restoration of God’s presence (Psalm 51:1-4).

2. RETURN TO YOUR FIRST LOVE

Restoration requires rekindling your passion for God.

a. Remember Your Beginning (Revelation 2:4-5)
Recall when your love for God was strong.

b. Renew Your Devotion (Jeremiah 29:13)
Seek God with all your heart.

c. Rekindle Spiritual Hunger (Psalm 42:1-2)
A thirsty soul longs for God.

d. Prioritise God Again (Matthew 6:33)
Seek first the kingdom of God.

e. Biblical Example:
The prodigal son returned to his father and was restored (Luke 15:17-24).

3. CULTIVATE A LIFE OF PRAYER AND WORSHIP

God’s presence is sustained through fellowship.

a. Consistent Prayer (Luke 18:1)
Men ought always to pray.

b. Heartfelt Worship (John 4:24)
God seeks true worshippers.

c. Communion with God (Psalm 27:4)
Desire to dwell in His presence.

d. Listening to God (Psalm 46:10)
Be still and know that He is God.

e. Biblical Example:
Daniel maintained a life of consistent prayer and enjoyed God’s presence (Daniel 6:10).

4. LIVE A HOLY AND OBEDIENT LIFE

Holiness sustains the presence of God.

a. Clean Hands and Pure Heart (Psalm 24:3-4)
Only the righteous can stand in His presence.

b. Walking in Obedience (John 14:23)
Obedience attracts God’s presence.

c. Yielding to the Spirit (Galatians 5:16)
Walk in the Spirit to avoid sin.

d. Separation from Worldliness (2 Corinthians 6:17)
Come out and be separate.

e. Biblical Example:
Joseph lived a life of integrity, and God’s presence was evident in his life (Genesis 39:2-3).

CONCLUSION

Regaining God’s presence is not complicated, but it requires sincerity, humility, and commitment. When a believer acknowledges sin, returns to God wholeheartedly, and cultivates a life of prayer and holiness, God’s presence is restored.

The presence of God is not something to take lightly. It is the key to victory, guidance, and fulfilment. As you seek Him diligently, you will experience His nearness once again.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Father, have mercy on me and cleanse me from all sin, in Jesus name.

2. Lord, restore Your presence in my life, in Jesus name.

3. Father, create in me a clean heart, in Jesus name.

4. Lord, rekindle my love and passion for You, in Jesus name.

5. Father, draw me closer to You daily, in Jesus name.

6. Lord, give me grace to live a holy life, in Jesus name.

7. Father, help me to be consistent in prayer and worship, in Jesus name.

8. Lord, remove every barrier to Your presence in my life, in Jesus name.

9. Father, fill me afresh with Your Spirit, in Jesus name.

10. Lord, let Your presence never depart from me, in Jesus name.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS

1. You shall experience the restoration of God’s presence in your life.

2. Every barrier separating you from God shall be removed.

3. Your hunger for God shall be rekindled.

4. You shall walk in holiness and obedience.

5. The joy of your salvation shall be restored.

6. You shall enjoy intimacy with God daily.

7. Your spiritual life shall be revived.

8. The presence of God shall distinguish you.

9. You shall walk in divine direction and peace.

10. From this day forward, you shall continually abide in God’s presence.