It Is My Time And My Turn

IT IS MY TIME AND MY TURN

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 60:1, Psalm 102:13, Genesis 41:14, Luke 1:37

INTRODUCTION

Life is governed by times and seasons. Ecclesiastes 3:1 tells us that there is a time for everything and a season for every purpose under heaven. Many people struggle because they do not discern their divine timing, but when your time and turn come, no power can stop it.

God is a God of divine visitation. He has appointed seasons of breakthrough, favour, and elevation for His people. Psalm 102:13 declares, "Thou shalt arise, and have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favour her, yea, the set time, is come." This means there is a set time for divine manifestation.

Today, we shall examine four key areas that reveal how to step into our divine timing and experience a turnaround.

1. GOD CONTROLS TIMES AND SEASONS

a) God is the master of times and seasons (Daniel 2:21)

He changes times and seasons according to His divine plan.

b) No delay can hinder God’s appointed time (Habakkuk 2:3)

Even when it tarries, God’s promise will surely come to pass.

c) God prepares people for their set time (Genesis 18:10,14)

Sarah’s time came, and she conceived despite human impossibility.

d) When it is your time, no opposition can stop you (Esther 2:17)

Esther was chosen as queen at the appointed time.

e) Biblical Example: Joseph’s Elevation (Genesis 41:14, 41-44)

After years of waiting, Joseph’s time came, and he was lifted from prison to the palace.

2. DIVINE FAVOUR ANNOUNCES YOUR TIME

a) Favour accelerates destiny fulfilment (Psalm 5:12)

God’s favour surrounds His people like a shield.

b) Favour breaks every barrier to success (Luke 1:30-31)

Mary found favour with God, and her life changed forever.

c) Favour makes the impossible possible (Exodus 3:21)

The Israelites left Egypt with great wealth by divine favour.

d) Favour distinguishes and promotes a person (Daniel 1:9)

Daniel was favoured and preferred above others.

e) Biblical Example: Mordecai’s Promotion (Esther 6:10-11)

The favour of God turned Mordecai from a gatekeeper into a celebrated man.

3. OBEDIENCE ACTIVATES YOUR SEASON

a) Obedience to God’s instruction unlocks destiny (Deuteronomy 28:1-2)

Blessings come to those who obey God’s voice.

b) Disobedience delays divine manifestation (Jonah 1:3, 2:1-2)

Jonah's breakthrough came after he obeyed God's call.

c) Faithful service positions you for elevation (Luke 16:10)

God promotes those who are diligent and faithful.

d) Walking in God’s will secures your divine timing (Isaiah 1:19)

The willing and obedient shall eat the good of the land.

e) Biblical Example: Peter’s Net-Breaking Catch (Luke 5:4-7)

Peter obeyed Jesus’ command to launch into the deep, and his breakthrough came.

4. DIVINE CONNECTIONS OPEN DOORS

a) God positions the right people to lift you (1 Samuel 16:12-13)

David’s destiny changed when Samuel anointed him.

b) God uses men as destiny helpers (Ruth 2:10-12)

Boaz was the destiny helper that lifted Ruth.

c) The right connections accelerate destiny fulfilment (Genesis 41:9-14)

The butler introduced Joseph to Pharaoh, leading to his promotion.

d) Wrong associations can delay divine timing (1 Corinthians 15:33)

Evil company corrupts destiny; the right company elevates it.

e) Biblical Example: The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:33-35)

The Samaritan became a divine helper to the wounded man.

CONCLUSION

When your time and turn come, nothing can stop your rising. God controls times and seasons, and He has set an appointed time for your breakthrough. Favour, obedience, and divine connections play key roles in stepping into your divine moment.

It is time to arise in faith and step into the fulfilment of God’s promises for your life. Declare boldly: “It is my time and my turn!”

PRAYER POINTS

1. Father, let my set time for favour manifest now in Jesus' name!

2. Lord, remove every delay and hindrance to my divine elevation.

3. Holy Spirit, connect me to my destiny helpers.

4. Father, let obedience to Your will position me for greatness.

5. Lord, change my season and make my life a testimony!