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Divine Speed For Distinctive Success
Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jul 21, 2025 (message contributor)
Summary: The hand of God upon a man can work out success and breakthrough in a way, and at a time beyond human comprehension.
Divine Speed for Distinctive Success
Study Text: Genesis 24:12 - 14
Introduction:
Divine speed implies God granting believers supernatural acceleration to fulfill their destinies and overcome obstacles.
It is a gift from God, enabling individuals to achieve remarkable feats and surpass natural limitations in a short period.
When God's hand is upon a person, it releases power, favour, and resources for accelerated progress in certain or all areas of life.
We shall be discussing the topic under three subheadings:
1. The Description of Divine Speed
2. The Directions of Divine Speed
3. The Definite Examples of Divine Speed
1. The Description of Divine Speed:
Divine speed is not merely about physical speed or efficiency, but rather a divine empowerment that allows believers to accomplish tasks and reach goals at an accelerated pace, often exceeding natural human capacity.
It involves overcoming barriers and limitations that would typically hinder progress, enabling believers to achieve what might seem impossible in a short timeframe.
Divine speed is a means to fulfill one's God-given purpose and destiny, as God can accelerate the process of achieving these goals.
Divine speed can restore years that were previously wasted or lost due to various circumstances.
Divine speed allows believers to overcome challenges and obstacles that might otherwise delay or hinder their progress.
It leads to accelerated accomplishment and the fulfillment of goals and dreams. Isaiah 40:31
Those experiencing divine speed can overtake others who are moving at a slower pace.
2. The Directions of Divine Speed
There are certain things that need to be in place before a man can experience divine speed. They include:
1. The Hand of God:
The hand of God is the source of divine speed. When it comes upon a man, there will be accelerated progress.
2. Faith and Obedience:
Trusting in God's timing and obeying His instructions are known as keys to accessing divine speed.
3. Humility and Focus:
Maintaining humility and remaining focused on God, rather than on personal achievements or pride, are also seen as crucial to enjoy divine speed.
4. Prayer and Seeking God:
Praying fervently, especially prayers for divine speed and acceleration, will avail much in bringing about accelerated progress and uncommon breakthrough in life.
5. Overcoming Fear:
Being fearless in the face of challenges and obstacles is a way to maintain divine speed.
3. The Definite Examples of Divine Speed:
There are several examples of people who experienced divine speed in the Bible. Some of these include:
1. Elijah:
The biblical story of Elijah outrunning Ahab's chariot is known as a notable example of divine speed.
2. Peter:
The miraculous catch of fish after toiling all night without success is another example, highlighting how God can turn around situations and bring about rapid results.
3. Hannah:
Hannah's story of receiving a child after years of barrenness is also a good illustration of the power of divine speed in overcoming seemingly impossible situations.
4. Joseph:
God suddenly moved Joseph away from the Prison, and became the second in command in Egypt, beyond any reasonable imagination.
Conclusion:
Divine speed is a demonstration of God's power and favour in the lives of believers.