Divine Speed

Title: DIVINE SPEED

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 1 Kings 18:46

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:31, Habakkuk 2:3

INTRODUCTION:

Divine speed refers to the supernatural ability granted by God to accomplish tasks or reach goals faster than human effort can achieve. When God’s hand is upon a person, He accelerates their progress and ensures they overcome natural limitations. This sermon will explore the significance of divine speed, what hinders it, and how to access it for breakthroughs and fulfilment of destiny.

1. THE SIGNIFICANCE OF DIVINE SPEED

a) Restoration of Lost Time

God can restore years lost to delays and stagnation (Joel 2:25).

b) Accomplishment Beyond Human Effort

Divine speed enables you to achieve results that defy human logic (Isaiah 40:31).

c) Breaking Barriers of Delay

God’s intervention breaks every cycle of delay (Habakkuk 2:3).

d) Swift Fulfilment of Promises

When God acts, His promises come to pass quickly (Amos 9:13).

e) Biblical Example: Elijah outran Ahab's chariot by the hand of God (1 Kings 18:46).

2. HINDRANCES TO DIVINE SPEED

a) Sin and Disobedience

Disobedience to God’s instructions delays His blessings (Jonah 1:3).

b) Lack of Vision

Without vision, progress is impossible (Proverbs 29:18).

c) Fear and Doubt

Fear undermines faith and halts forward movement (Matthew 14:30).

d) Unbelief

Doubting God’s ability hinders His intervention (Hebrews 11:6).

e) Biblical Example: The Israelites wandered 40 years in the wilderness due to unbelief (Numbers 14:33-34).

3. KEYS TO ACCESSING DIVINE SPEED

a) Total Dependence on God

Trusting God positions you for His supernatural help (Proverbs 3:5-6).

b) Aligning with God’s Purpose

Walking in God’s will accelerates progress (Psalm 37:23).

c) Persistent Prayer

Prayers provoke divine intervention (James 5:16).

d) Faith in God’s Promises

Believing God’s Word ensures fulfilment (Mark 9:23).

e) Biblical Example: Nehemiah rebuilt Jerusalem’s wall in 52 days through divine help (Nehemiah 6:15).

4. THE BENEFITS OF DIVINE SPEED

a) Fulfilment of Destiny

God ensures you reach your divine destination (Jeremiah 29:11).

b) Overcoming Opposition

Divine speed allows you to bypass enemies and obstacles (Isaiah 41:10-11).

c) Manifestation of God’s Glory

Your success becomes a testimony of God’s power (Psalm 126:1-3).

d) Joy and Celebration

Accelerated blessings bring joy and celebration (Psalm 30:5).

e) Biblical Example: Joseph rose from prison to the palace within 24 hours (Genesis 41:39-41).

5. THE POWER OF DIVINE SPEED IN FULFILLING DESTINY

a) Divine Speed Transforms Lives

It takes you from obscurity to prominence (Esther 2:17).

b) Divine Speed Establishes God’s Covenant

God fulfills His promises in record time (Exodus 12:31-33).

c) Divine Speed Reverses Setbacks

God’s intervention turns delays into testimonies (Job 42:10).

d) Divine Speed Magnifies God’s Power

It showcases God’s sovereignty over time and space (Joshua 10:12-14).

e) Biblical Example: Jesus turned water to wine, accelerating the natural process (John 2:1-11).

CONCLUSION:

Divine speed is a manifestation of God’s grace that accelerates progress, breaks limitations, and restores lost time. To experience divine speed, remain obedient, trust God completely, and stay connected to His purpose. As you align yourself with God’s will, may you outrun every chariot of delay and experience a supernatural acceleration in Jesus' name.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Lord, grant me divine speed in every area of my life.

2. Father, destroy every power delaying my progress.

3. Lord, accelerate my journey to fulfilment of destiny.

4. Father, restore every lost time and opportunity in my life.

5. Lord, release the grace for divine acceleration upon me.

6. Father, let every obstacle to my divine speed be removed.

7. Lord, strengthen my faith to trust in Your timing.

8. Father, let Your hand come upon me for supernatural exploits.

9. Lord, align my steps with Your purpose and plan.

10. Father, cause me to fulfil my destiny without delay.