POSSESSING YOUR POSSESSION

POSSESSING YOUR POSSESSION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Obadiah 1:17

Key Verse: “But upon mount Zion shall be deliverance, and there shall be holiness; and the house of Jacob shall possess their possessions.” — Obadiah 1:17

Supporting Texts: Joshua 1:3, Deuteronomy 2:24–25, Numbers 13:30, Matthew 11:12, Romans 8:37

Description: God has already given His people their inheritance, but it must be taken by faith, obedience, and spiritual authority.

INTRODUCTION

Possessing your possession is a divine mandate for every believer. God has made great promises concerning your life, destiny, and inheritance, yet many fail to experience them because they do not rise to take hold of what has already been provided. The Scripture makes it clear that deliverance and holiness position us to possess what rightfully belongs to us.

The journey of the Israelites into the Promised Land illustrates this truth. Though God had given them the land, they still had to arise, confront opposition, and take possession of it. Likewise, every believer must understand that God’s promises require active participation, not passive expectation.

This message is a call to rise in faith, confront limitations, and step into the fullness of God’s promises. Your possession is available, but it must be claimed through spiritual understanding, obedience, and bold action.

1. GOD HAS ALREADY GIVEN THE PROMISE

Your possession is not something you beg for; it is something God has already released.

a) Divine Assurance (Joshua 1:3)
God declared that every place the sole of their foot treads has already been given, showing that the promise precedes possession.

b) A Settled Inheritance (Ephesians 1:11)
Believers have obtained an inheritance in Christ, which is already secured in the spirit.

c) God’s Faithfulness (Numbers 23:19)
God does not lie; what He promises, He fulfils without fail.

d) Covenant Backing (Deuteronomy 7:9)
God’s promises are backed by His covenant, making them unbreakable.

Biblical Example: Caleb confidently declared that they were well able to take the land because he believed in God’s promise (Numbers 13:30).

2. ARISING IS A REQUIREMENT FOR POSSESSION

You must rise spiritually and physically to take what belongs to you.

a) The Call to Arise (Deuteronomy 2:24)
God commanded Israel to rise, journey, and begin to possess the land.

b) Refusing Passivity (Proverbs 6:9–11)
Laziness and inaction can rob believers of their inheritance.

c) Taking Initiative (Isaiah 60:1)
Arising and shining activates divine manifestation in your life.

d) Courage to Move Forward (Joshua 1:6)
Strength and courage are essential in stepping into God’s promises.

Biblical Example: David arose to confront Goliath, taking bold action to secure victory for Israel (1 Samuel 17:45–50).

3. POSSESSION REQUIRES SPIRITUAL WARFARE

Opposition will come, but victory is assured through God.

a) Resistance is Inevitable (Deuteronomy 2:24–25)
God allowed opposition but also promised victory over enemies.

b) The Violent Take It by Force (Matthew 11:12)
Spiritual aggression is required to claim divine promises.

c) Authority in Christ (Luke 10:19)
Believers have been given power over all the works of the enemy.

d) Overcoming Through Faith (1 John 5:4)
Faith is the victory that overcomes the world and its challenges.

Biblical Example: Joshua led Israel in battles against strong nations, demonstrating that possession often involves warfare (Joshua 6:1–20).

4. HOLINESS AND OBEDIENCE SUSTAIN POSSESSION

What you possess must be maintained through righteous living.

a) Holiness as a Requirement (Obadiah 1:17)
Deliverance and holiness precede possession and sustain it.

b) Obedience Secures Blessing (Deuteronomy 28:1–2)
Walking in obedience ensures continuous enjoyment of God’s promises.

c) Avoiding Compromise (Joshua 23:6–8)
Holding fast to God prevents loss of inheritance.

d) Faithfulness in Stewardship (Luke 16:10)
Being faithful in what you receive ensures increase and preservation.

Biblical Example: Solomon’s kingdom prospered when he walked in obedience but declined when he turned away from God (1 Kings 3:3; 11:9–11).

CONCLUSION

Possessing your possession is both a promise and a responsibility. God has already made provision for your success, breakthrough, and inheritance, but you must arise, engage, and take hold of it. Faith, courage, and obedience are essential in stepping into what God has prepared for you.

Refuse to remain in limitation. Rise with confidence in God’s Word, confront every opposition, and walk boldly into your divine inheritance. What God has spoken concerning you shall surely come to pass as you take action in faith.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Father, open my eyes to recognise my divine inheritance in Christ in Jesus name.

2. Lord, give me the strength and courage to arise and possess my possessions in Jesus name.

3. Father, remove every form of fear and doubt hindering my progress in Jesus name.

4. Lord, empower me to overcome every opposition standing against my destiny in Jesus name.

5. Father, release grace for obedience and holiness in my life in Jesus name.

6. Lord, let every delay in my life be turned into divine acceleration in Jesus name.

7. Father, grant me spiritual authority to take what belongs to me in Jesus name.

8. Lord, establish me firmly in the place of my inheritance in Jesus name.

9. Father, let every enemy of my progress be subdued under my feet in Jesus name.

10. Lord, help me to walk faithfully in all that You have given me in Jesus name.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS

1. You shall arise and possess every promise God has given you.

2. Every territory assigned to you shall be delivered into your hands.

3. You shall walk in boldness and confidence to claim your inheritance.

4. Every opposition against your destiny shall be defeated.

5. You shall not lose what God has given you.

6. Your faith shall produce visible results in your life.

7. You shall advance and take new ground in every area of your life.

8. God’s promises shall manifest speedily in your life.

9. You shall walk in victory and dominion continually.

10. From today, you shall fully possess your possessions in Jesus’ name.