Grace For Restoration

GRACE FOR RESTORATION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Joel 2:25-26

Key Verse:

"And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpillar, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you." — Joel 2:25 (KJV)

Supporting Texts: Psalm 51:12; Jeremiah 30:17; Isaiah 61:7; 1 Peter 5:10; Romans 8:28

INTRODUCTION:

Restoration is a divine act whereby God returns to you what the enemy has stolen, eaten, or destroyed. Life often brings setbacks, losses, and disappointments that seem irreversible, yet God’s grace has the power to reverse every negative circumstance.

The principle of restoration is found throughout Scripture. God does not only heal the broken hearted but also replenishes resources, renews relationships, and revives dreams that were once lost. Restoration is evidence of God’s favour, mercy, and supernatural intervention in your life.

This message teaches that restoration is available to every believer who trusts God, walks in obedience, and positions themselves to receive His grace. When God restores, it is not just a replacement but a supernatural upgrade for your life, giving you joy, peace, and divine satisfaction.

1. UNDERSTANDING THE GRACE OF RESTORATION

God’s grace is His unmerited favour that enables Him to restore what the enemy has taken. Understanding this grace is the first step to experiencing true restoration.

a) Grace surpasses loss (2 Corinthians 12:9)

God’s power is made perfect in weakness, meaning no matter how much you have lost, His grace is sufficient to restore and elevate you.

b) Restoration is a divine promise (Joel 2:25)

God explicitly promises to restore every lost opportunity, relationship, and resource, emphasizing His faithfulness.

c) Grace requires faith to activate (Hebrews 11:1)

Restoration comes when you believe God’s Word and expect Him to act beyond human reasoning.

d) Restoration is part of God’s covenant blessing (Jeremiah 30:17)

God’s covenant guarantees that sickness, setbacks, and delays will be overturned through His grace.

Biblical Example:

The Israelites experienced restoration after exile; God returned their land, blessings, and dignity as He promised (Ezra 1:1-4).

2. GOD RESTORES WHAT THE ENEMY STEALS

The enemy’s attacks often lead to loss, discouragement, and brokenness. God’s grace restores everything the enemy attempted to steal.

a) Resources stolen are returned (Malachi 3:10-11)

God promises to return the fruits of your labour and multiply them when the enemy tries to steal your blessings.

b) Relationships are reconciled (Isaiah 61:7)

Broken relationships, betrayals, and misunderstandings are subject to divine restoration through God’s grace.

c) Time lost is restored (Joel 2:25)

Every wasted or delayed season is recovered by God in ways that exceed your expectations.

d) Peace and joy are restored (Psalm 51:12)

God restores inner peace and joy even after prolonged seasons of suffering or emotional pain.

Biblical Example:

Job’s wealth, family, and health were restored after his trials, exceeding his former state (Job 42:10-17).

3. POSITION YOURSELF FOR RESTORATION

Restoration does not happen automatically; it requires obedience, faith, and humility. God responds to those who align their lives with His will.

a) Repentance opens the door (1 John 1:9)

Confession and turning from sin position you to receive God’s restoring grace.

b) Consistent prayer activates restoration (Philippians 4:6-7)

Prayer invites God’s power to act and brings supernatural intervention into your situation.

c) Praise releases spiritual momentum (Psalm 34:1-3)

Worship and gratitude create a spiritual atmosphere where restoration thrives.

d) Trust accelerates restoration (Romans 8:28)

Believing that God can turn every setback into a setup releases His restoring power in your life.

Biblical Example:

Nehemiah’s prayer and strategic planning led to the full restoration of Jerusalem’s walls and city (Nehemiah 1:4-11).

4. THE FRUITS OF GOD’S RESTORATION

Restoration brings more than what was lost; it produces spiritual, emotional, and material increase.

a) Increase beyond replacement (Genesis 50:20)

God transforms setbacks into opportunities for promotion, blessing, and influence.

b) Strengthened faith (Romans 5:3-5)

Restoration builds resilience and trust in God, deepening your spiritual walk.

c) Divine favour is enhanced (Psalm 5:12)

As God restores, His favour surrounds you, making enemies powerless.

d) Joy and peace abound (Isaiah 61:3)

The ultimate fruit of restoration is lasting joy, peace, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Biblical Example:

Peter, after denial and despair, was fully restored by Jesus, given responsibility, and became a foundation of the early church (John 21:15-19).

CONCLUSION:

God’s grace is the power behind every restoration. No matter the depth of loss, betrayal, or delay, His grace can restore fully and bring supernatural abundance. Restoration is not merely a return to the past but a launch into a higher level of blessing and influence.

As you embrace God’s grace today, surrender every broken area, trust in His Word, and take steps of faith. God’s restorative power will not only return what was lost but will elevate you to new heights in every area of your life.