Divine Repossession

DIVINE REPOSSESSION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Obadiah 1:17

Supporting Texts: Joel 2:25-26, 1 Samuel 30:8, Isaiah 42:22, Jeremiah 30:17-18, Deuteronomy 30:3

INTRODUCTION:

Divine Repossession refers to the act of recovering what the enemy has stolen—possessions, peace, health, opportunities, time, relationships, and spiritual authority. In the natural world, repossession happens when the rightful owner reclaims what has been lost or wrongly taken. Spiritually, God promises to empower His children to reclaim their destinies.

Many people are walking through life without the joy, strength, or purpose that was originally theirs. Through sin, ignorance, spiritual attacks, or delay, the enemy has laid hold on what rightfully belongs to them. However, the promise of Obadiah 1:17 reveals that on Mount Zion, there shall be deliverance, holiness, and the people of God shall possess their possessions.

Divine Repossession is not just recovery—it is a spiritual mandate to rise, take your rightful place, and reclaim everything that heaven has assigned to your life and destiny. It involves warfare, faith, and obedience to God’s Word.

1. UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAS BEEN LOST

Before repossession can occur, there must be a clear understanding of what has been lost or stolen.

a) Many have lost their spiritual fire and passion

The enemy subtly steals zeal, prayer life, and hunger for God (Revelation 2:4-5).

b) Time, opportunities, and relationships can be taken

Delays and diversions often rob people of critical seasons (Joel 2:25).

c) Some have lost financial resources, favour, and platforms

Through attacks or disobedience, people fall from abundance to hardship.

d) The loss may not be visible but deeply spiritual

Authority, boldness, and peace are intangible but powerful assets.

Biblical Example: The Israelites lost their land and identity during captivity but God promised to restore them (Jeremiah 30:17-18).

2. GOD’S PROMISE OF RESTORATION AND REPOSSESSION

God is not only aware of what you have lost, but He has committed Himself to restore it.

a) Restoration is part of God’s covenant with His people

"I will restore to you the years…" (Joel 2:25).

b) Repossession follows deliverance and holiness

Obadiah 1:17 outlines the divine process: deliverance, sanctification, then repossession.

c) God’s restoration is always full and overflowing

He doesn’t just give back—He adds more (Job 42:10).

d) His Word guarantees that nothing truly surrendered is ever lost

What you entrust to God is safe for eternal restoration (2 Timothy 1:12).

Biblical Example: Job lost everything, but God gave him double for his trouble (Job 42:10-12).

3. SPIRITUAL WARFARE IS REQUIRED FOR REPOSSESSION

The enemy never gives up what he has taken without a fight.

a) You must rise in spiritual aggression

“Shall the prey be taken from the mighty…?” (Isaiah 49:24-26).

b) Victory is assured when we align with God’s power

"Pursue, for you shall surely overtake them and without fail recover all" (1 Samuel 30:8).

c) Prayer, fasting, and prophetic declarations are weapons

Repossession is a product of spiritual engagement.

d) Authority must be enforced, not assumed

The believer must speak with confidence and resist the devil (James 4:7).

Biblical Example: David and his men recovered all that was taken at Ziklag after divine direction and pursuit (1 Samuel 30:18-19).

4. REPOSSESSION REQUIRES OBEDIENCE AND CONSECRATION

Holiness is a platform for recovery; sin gives the enemy a legal right.

a) Deliverance and purity precede possession

Obadiah 1:17 clearly states the sequence—deliverance, holiness, then possession.

b) You cannot reclaim what God has disallowed due to disobedience

Repentance opens the door to restoration (Acts 3:19-21).

c) Consecration restores your sensitivity to God’s leading

The Holy Spirit guides you into divine recovery plans.

d) Total surrender attracts divine favour and intervention

When you give God all, He restores all.

Biblical Example: The prodigal son’s return and repentance led to full restoration (Luke 15:20-24).

5. REPOSSESSION LEADS TO ESTABLISHMENT AND INFLUENCE

When God restores you, He positions you for dominion and purpose.

a) God restores not just what you had, but gives you what you need for the future

Divine repossession is strategic and forward-looking.

b) Restoration is meant for kingdom impact

God repositions you to influence others and fulfil divine purpose.

c) You are restored to be a restorer

Once healed and delivered, God uses you to help others (Isaiah 58:12).

d) Repossession marks the beginning of a new season

It is a divine announcement that your wilderness is over.

Biblical Example: After Peter’s restoration, he became a pillar in the early Church (John 21:15-17, Acts 2:14-41).

CONCLUSION:

Divine Repossession is not a myth; it is a spiritual reality for those who walk in faith, obedience, and holiness. Whatever the enemy has taken—be it time, health, peace, purpose, or opportunities—can be recovered by the power of God. You are not meant to end in defeat. There is hope in God’s promise, and there is power in His Word.

Rise in faith. Confront your spiritual enemies. Reclaim what is rightfully yours. This is your season to possess your possessions, for the mouth of the Lord has spoken it.