God Of Speed Series

GOD OF SPEED

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 1 Kings 18:44-46

Supporting Texts: Amos 9:13, Psalm 147:15, Joel 2:25, Genesis 24:12-20, John 6:21

INTRODUCTION:

Our God is not just the God of times and seasons—He is the God of speed. He can compress years into moments and bring long-awaited results in a supernatural and accelerated manner. Divine speed is not about rushing; it is about God empowering a person, process, or season to accomplish quickly what would naturally take much longer.

Throughout Scripture, we see examples of divine acceleration. What took others years to achieve, God gave His people in days. The hand of the Lord is able to lift, restore, reposition, and fulfil promises faster than any human effort or calculation can.

In this message, we will explore what it means for God to work with speed, how He empowers His children for supernatural progress, and how we can align ourselves to experience His divine acceleration in our lives.

1. GOD HAS THE POWER TO ACCELERATE DESTINIES

God can move you from the back to the front in an instant.

a) Divine Speed Overrides Natural Limitations (1 Kings 18:46)

Elijah outran Ahab’s chariot by the hand of the Lord—it was supernatural acceleration.

b) God Restores What Was Lost with Speed (Joel 2:25)

What took years to lose, God can restore in moments.

c) Speed Comes from Divine Enablement (Psalm 147:15)

When God sends His word, it runs swiftly—it does not delay.

d) God Can Collapse Time for His Purpose (John 6:21)

As soon as Jesus entered the boat, they immediately reached the shore.

Biblical Example: Elijah outrunning Ahab’s chariot by divine enablement (1 Kings 18:46).

2. GOD SPEEDS UP ANSWERS TO PRAYERS

Delay is not God’s nature—He is a prayer-answering God.

a) God Hears and Responds Swiftly (Isaiah 65:24)

Before they call, He answers; while they speak, He hears.

b) Divine Speed Breaks Waiting Cycles (Daniel 9:21-23)

While Daniel was still praying, the angel came with answers.

c) Quick Responses Glorify God's Faithfulness (Psalm 40:1-3)

Waiting ends in sudden manifestation when God steps in.

d) Praying According to His Will Releases Speed (1 John 5:14-15)

Confidence in God’s will hastens the manifestation of answers.

Biblical Example: Rebekah’s swift appearance in response to Eliezer’s prayer (Genesis 24:12-20).

3. GOD GRANTS SPEED FOR KINGDOM ASSIGNMENTS

When God sends you, He backs you with speed.

a) Kingdom Mandates Require Urgency (Ecclesiastes 9:10)

God empowers those who act diligently and urgently.

b) Divine Speed Helps Us Redeem the Time (Ephesians 5:15-16)

In evil days, speed is required to fulfil purpose.

c) God Accelerates You to Fulfil His Prophetic Agenda (Habakkuk 2:3)

Though the vision tarries, it will surely come at the appointed time—and it won’t delay.

d) The Holy Spirit Propels Kingdom Labourers (Acts 8:39-40)

Philip was supernaturally transported to fulfil mission with divine speed.

Biblical Example: Philip’s supernatural relocation to Azotus (Acts 8:39-40).

4. GOD OF SPEED IS ALSO GOD OF ORDER

Divine speed does not violate divine process—it enhances it.

a) Speed Without Order Leads to Disaster (Proverbs 19:2)

Zeal without knowledge can ruin destiny.

b) God Prepares Before He Accelerates (Luke 2:52)

Jesus grew in wisdom before stepping into divine assignment.

c) Divine Timing Must Be Respected (Ecclesiastes 3:1)

God’s speed works best within His ordained time.

d) Patience and Obedience Attract Divine Speed (Isaiah 1:19)

Those who obey are candidates for accelerated blessings.

Biblical Example: Joseph's divine acceleration to the palace after enduring process (Genesis 41:14-46).

CONCLUSION:

Our God is a God of sudden breakthroughs, quick answers, and supernatural progress. He can lift a man from obscurity to influence in one moment. Divine speed is not about human hustle—it is a manifestation of God’s hand upon your life. If you have been delayed or slowed down in life, trust God to step in and accelerate your journey.

Let your faith rise, because what has delayed you for years can turn around in one divine moment. He did it for Elijah, Daniel, Joseph, Rebekah, and many others. He will do it for you!

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Lord, release divine speed upon every area of my life.

2. Father, compress time for my favour and advancement.

3. By Your Spirit, cause me to outrun every limitation and delay.

4. O Lord, let my long-awaited answers manifest quickly.

5. Accelerate my journey to purpose, destiny, and fulfilment.