THE MIRACLE IN YOUR HOUSE
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: 1 Kings 4:1-7
"And Elisha said unto her, What shall I do for thee? tell me, what hast thou in the house? And she said, Thine handmaid hath not any thing in the house, save a pot of oil." – 2 Kings 4:2
Supporting Texts:
Exodus 4:2, 1 Kings 17:12-16, Matthew 17:27, John 6:9-13, Ephesians 3:20
INTRODUCTION:
Many times, we look outside for miracles when God has already placed something within our reach. In 2 Kings 4:1-7, a widow was in desperate need. Her husband had died, and the creditors were coming to take her two sons as slaves. She saw no way out, but God had already placed the key to her breakthrough inside her house.
This story teaches us that no matter how dire the situation seems, there is always something in our possession that God can use to perform a miracle. The widow thought she had nothing except a small jar of oil, but in God’s hands, that little oil became a source of divine provision.
As we examine this story, we will see that miracles are not always about what we lack but about what we already have. When we surrender what is in our hands to God, He multiplies it beyond our imagination.
1. GOD USES WHAT YOU HAVE TO PERFORM A MIRACLE
Many people think they have nothing, but God always places something in our hands.
a) What you need is already in your possession (Exodus 4:2)
God asked Moses, "What is that in your hand?" His rod became an instrument of miracles.
b) No gift, resource, or ability is too small for God to use (Matthew 17:27)
A coin in the mouth of a fish was enough to pay taxes for Jesus and Peter.
c) Your miracle begins when you recognise what you have (John 6:9-13)
A boy’s small lunch fed over 5,000 when placed in Jesus’ hands.
d) God can multiply even the smallest resource (1 Kings 17:12-16)
A handful of flour and little oil sustained the widow of Zarephath for years.
e) Biblical Example: David and His Sling (1 Samuel 17:49-50)
David only had a sling and five stones, but God used them to defeat Goliath.
2. OBEDIENCE TO DIVINE INSTRUCTIONS UNLOCKS MIRACLES
Miracles happen when we follow divine instructions, even when they seem illogical.
a) God’s miracles often require a step of faith (Luke 5:4-6)
Peter obeyed Jesus’ instruction to cast his net and caught a great number of fish.
b) Obedience unlocks supernatural provision (Deuteronomy 28:1-2)
Those who obey God’s commands experience His abundant blessings.
c) Simple instructions lead to great miracles (John 2:5-9)
The servants obeyed Jesus by filling the jars with water, and it became wine.
d) Hesitation can delay or stop the miracle (Genesis 19:26)
Lot’s wife missed her deliverance because she disobeyed God’s instruction.
e) Biblical Example: Naaman’s Healing (2 Kings 5:10-14)
He was cleansed of leprosy after obeying the instruction to dip in the Jordan seven times.
3. GOD MULTIPLIES WHAT YOU POUR OUT IN FAITH
The widow’s oil only multiplied when she began to pour it out.
a) Increase happens when we take action in faith (James 2:17)
Faith without works is dead; we must act on God’s word.
b) God’s supply continues as long as there is room (2 Kings 4:6)
The oil stopped flowing only when there were no more empty vessels.
c) Giving and generosity open doors to divine multiplication (Luke 6:38)
"Give, and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over."
d) God’s resources are limitless (Philippians 4:19)
He supplies all our needs according to His riches in glory.
e) Biblical Example: The Feeding of the 5,000 (Matthew 14:19-20)
The loaves and fish multiplied as Jesus broke and distributed them.
4. GOD TURNS DEBTS INTO DIVINE SURPLUS
The widow was drowning in debt, but God gave her more than enough to pay off her creditors.
a) God is our provider and debt-canceller (Psalm 23:1)
"The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want."
b) Divine provision always exceeds human needs (Ephesians 3:20)
God does exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think.
c) God’s blessings bring freedom from financial bondage (Proverbs 22:7)
The borrower is servant to the lender, but God sets us free.
d) When God blesses, there is no sorrow added (Proverbs 10:22)
His blessings make rich and add no sorrow.
e) Biblical Example: Joseph’s Promotion (Genesis 41:39-44)
He moved from being a prisoner to being in charge of Egypt’s wealth.
5. YOUR TESTIMONY WILL INSPIRE OTHERS
The widow’s testimony of provision and abundance glorified God.
a) Miracles are meant to build faith in others (John 11:40)
"If you believe, you will see the glory of God."
b) God’s intervention always leads to praise (Psalm 126:1-3)
"When the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream."
c) Your testimony will silence your enemies (Revelation 12:11)
"They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony."
d) God’s miracles draw others to Him (Acts 3:8-10)
The healing of the lame man led many to believe in Jesus.
e) Biblical Example: The Samaritan Woman (John 4:28-30, 39)
Her testimony led many in her town to believe in Jesus.
CONCLUSION:
The widow in 2 Kings 4 thought she had nothing, but in reality, she had everything she needed for a miracle right in her house. Often, we cry to God for a breakthrough, but He has already given us something small that He can multiply.
Just like the widow, you must be willing to obey divine instructions, step out in faith, and pour out what God has given you. When you take that step, He will multiply it beyond your expectations. The miracle you need is not far away—it is in your house!
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord, open my eyes to see the miracles You have already placed in my life.
2. Father, help me to obey Your divine instructions without hesitation.
3. Lord, take the little in my hands and multiply it into abundance.
4. Every financial burden in my life, be turned into divine surplus in Jesus’ name.
5. Lord, let my testimony bring many to Your kingdom.
