Good News Is Coming

GOOD NEWS IS COMING

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Proverbs 25:25

“As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.”

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 52:7, Nahum 1:15, Luke 1:13-14, Romans 10:15, Psalm 126:1-3

INTRODUCTION:

Life can often feel dry, hard, and discouraging—especially when one is surrounded by negative reports or difficult seasons. But just as cold water refreshes a weary traveller, so does good news to a heart that’s been waiting, hoping, and believing. Proverbs 25:25 captures the relief and joy that comes when something positive finally arrives after a long wait.

Good news is not just information—it is transformation. It carries the power to change a person's mood, restore hope, and revive a tired soul. Throughout Scripture, God is seen as the ultimate Bringer of good news. In every situation where despair seemed final, God broke through with divine intervention and joyful announcements.

Today, I prophesy to you: Good news is coming. The season of dryness is over. God is about to answer your long-awaited prayers, and the refreshing of good news will reach your household.

1. GOD SPECIALISES IN BRINGING GOOD NEWS

a) God’s character is to do good

(Jeremiah 29:11) – His thoughts toward us are thoughts of peace.

b) He turns mourning into dancing

(Psalm 30:11) – He removes sackcloth and clothes us with joy.

c) God sends good news at the right time

(Ecclesiastes 3:11) – He makes all things beautiful in its time.

d) Every act of deliverance begins with a word of hope

(Isaiah 61:1) – “He hath sent me to proclaim good tidings…”

Biblical Example: The angel announced to Zechariah that his barren wife would bear a son – John the Baptist (Luke 1:13-14).

2. GOOD NEWS COMES FROM UNEXPECTED SOURCES

a) God can use unlikely messengers

(2 Kings 7:10) – Lepers brought news of victory and abundance.

b) It may arrive from a ‘far country’ – beyond your sight

(Proverbs 25:25) – Answers are sometimes working behind the scenes.

c) You may not hear a sound, but things are already shifting

(1 Kings 18:41-45) – Elijah heard the sound of abundance before it rained.

d) What was delayed is now being delivered

(Daniel 10:12-13) – The answer was released, though hindered.

Biblical Example: Joseph heard the unexpected news that Pharaoh wanted to see him—and that same day, his life changed (Genesis 41:14).

3. PREPARE YOUR HEART TO RECEIVE GOOD NEWS

a) Expectation positions you for visitation

(Proverbs 23:18) – The expectation of the righteous shall not be cut off.

b) Maintain a thankful and believing attitude

(Philippians 4:6-7) – Let your requests be made known with thanksgiving.

c) Keep declaring what God has said

(2 Corinthians 4:13) – “I believed and therefore have I spoken…”

d) Refuse to let temporary silence weaken your faith

(Romans 4:20) – Abraham staggered not at the promise of God.

Biblical Example: The Shunammite woman received the good news of a child despite barrenness because she believed the word (2 Kings 4:16-17).

CONCLUSION:

Good news refreshes the soul like cold water on a hot day. No matter the dryness of the season, God is faithful to send His word of joy, healing, provision, and restoration. It may come from afar, but it will surely come. Be ready, because the news that will change your life forever is on its way.

Let your heart be full of hope again. If God did it for Zechariah, Joseph, and the Shunammite woman, He will do it for you too. Good news is coming.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, thank You for being the source of every good and perfect gift.

2. Lord, let the news that will change my story locate me this season.

3. I silence every voice of fear and negativity in my heart and mind.

4. I declare that I shall not miss my divine announcement.

5. Let my ears be open and my heart be expectant for my good news.