GOD OF ABUNDANCE
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: John 10:10
Supporting Texts: Psalm 23:1, Philippians 4:19, 2 Corinthians 9:8, Joel 2:24-26, Malachi 3:10-12
INTRODUCTION:
The God we serve is not a God of lack or scarcity—He is the God of abundance. From the first page of Scripture, where He placed Adam in a garden overflowing with beauty and provision, to the closing chapters where He promises a heavenly city of unimaginable glory, God reveals Himself as a generous and abundant Provider.
Abundance is God’s nature. He does not do things half-heartedly. When He gives, He gives in overflowing measure—more than enough. Yet, many believers today live far beneath God’s provision because of fear, unbelief, ignorance, or disobedience.
God desires His children to live in abundance—not just materially, but spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and physically. This abundance is not about greed or materialism; it’s about walking in the fullness of God’s plan, provision, and purpose.
1. GOD’S NATURE IS ABUNDANT
God is not limited by human needs or economic situations. His nature is generous.
a) God Owns All Things (Psalm 50:10-12)
He owns the cattle on a thousand hills—He lacks nothing.
b) He Does Exceeding Abundantly (Ephesians 3:20)
God surpasses expectations in His blessings.
c) His Name Is El Shaddai – The All-Sufficient One (Genesis 17:1)
He is more than enough in every situation.
d) He Takes Pleasure in the Prosperity of His Servants (Psalm 35:27)
It delights God when His children flourish.
Biblical Example: God provided manna and quail in the wilderness daily without fail for 40 years (Exodus 16:11-35).
2. GOD SUPPLIES ABUNDANCE FOR EVERY NEED
God does not abandon His own—He meets their needs abundantly.
a) God Shall Supply All Your Needs (Philippians 4:19)
Through Christ, all your needs are covered.
b) He Gives Daily Provision (Matthew 6:11)
God is concerned with both spiritual and physical sustenance.
c) The Lord Is My Shepherd, I Shall Not Want (Psalm 23:1)
Where God leads, provision follows.
d) Those Who Seek God Lack No Good Thing (Psalm 34:10)
Hunger is replaced with fullness when you seek the Lord.
Biblical Example: The widow of Zarephath experienced divine provision of flour and oil throughout the famine (1 Kings 17:8-16).
3. ABUNDANCE FLOWS THROUGH OBEDIENCE AND GENEROSITY
God blesses those who trust and honour Him with their substance.
a) Honour the Lord with Your Substance (Proverbs 3:9-10)
Honouring God releases financial abundance.
b) Give and It Shall Be Given Back (Luke 6:38)
Generosity activates the law of divine multiplication.
c) Tithing Opens the Windows of Heaven (Malachi 3:10-12)
Obedient giving brings supernatural supply.
d) Sowing Leads to Reaping in Abundance (2 Corinthians 9:6-8)
God loves and blesses cheerful givers.
Biblical Example: Isaac sowed in a time of famine and reaped a hundredfold in the same year (Genesis 26:12-14).
4. GOD'S ABUNDANCE IS NOT JUST FINANCIAL
Abundance includes every aspect of life—peace, joy, health, and grace.
a) Abundance of Joy and Peace (Romans 15:13)
God fills us with joy and peace in believing.
b) Abundance of Grace and Righteousness (Romans 5:17)
Through Christ, we receive overflowing grace.
c) Abundance of Revelation and Wisdom (Ephesians 1:17-18)
He gives spiritual depth and clarity.
d) God Is Able to Make All Grace Abound to You (2 Corinthians 9:8)
He equips you for every good work with sufficiency.
Biblical Example: Solomon was not only rich in wealth but also in wisdom, peace, and influence (1 Kings 10:23-24).
5. GOD’S ABUNDANCE BRINGS TESTIMONY AND KINGDOM ADVANCEMENT
The purpose of abundance is not self-glorification, but testimony and impact.
a) So That There Is Meat in My House (Malachi 3:10)
God blesses us to sustain His work.
b) That You May Abound in Every Good Work (2 Corinthians 9:8)
Abundance fuels generosity and service.
c) Your Overflow Blesses Others (Genesis 12:2)
You are blessed to be a blessing.
d) Abundance Brings Glory to God (John 15:8)
When you bear fruit, God is glorified.
Biblical Example: The early church shared all things, and there was no lack among them, causing many to be added to the faith (Acts 4:32–37).
CONCLUSION:
The God of abundance desires to pour into your life more than you can imagine—spiritually, financially, and in every area. But abundance flows through relationship, obedience, and faith. Reject the mindset of lack and embrace God’s provision. You were not created for scarcity. You were born to walk in divine abundance so that your life can be a testimony of God’s goodness to your generation.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, I thank You because You are the God of abundance.
2. Lord, supply all my needs according to Your riches in glory.
3. Let every lack in my life be replaced with supernatural provision.
4. Help me to honour You with my substance and trust You fully.
5. Open my eyes to the true riches of Your kingdom.
