GOD HAS REMEMBERED YOU
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Luke 1:5-25
Key Verse: “Fear not, Zacharias: for thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son.” — Luke 1:13
Supporting Texts: Genesis 30:22; Psalm 115:12; Isaiah 49:15-16; 1 Samuel 1:19-20; Malachi 3:16
INTRODUCTION
The story of Zechariah and Elizabeth is a classic demonstration of what happens when heaven decides to remember a person. Though they were described as righteous and blameless before God, they lived with a painful and prolonged delay; years of unanswered prayer, years of mockery, and years of waiting for a child. Yet their waiting was not in vain, because with God, no delay is wasted. When the fullness of time came, He visited them with an unforgettable miracle.
To be remembered by God does not mean God once forgot you. It means He decides to activate what He has already ordained for your life. Divine remembrance refers to the moment when God brings your name, your tears, your service, and your prayers into manifestation. It is the season when heaven speaks on your behalf and long-awaited promises begin to unfold.
Every child of God has a season when grace steps in, destiny shifts, and the years of silence are overturned. When God remembers you, no barrier can stand, no delay can continue, and no impossibility can remain. This message assures you that your season of divine remembrance has come.
1. GOD REMEMBERS THE RIGHTEOUS EVEN IN SEASONS OF DELAY
Even when it seems nothing is changing, God is watching over the righteous. Your labour, faithfulness, and tears are never forgotten. Divine remembrance comes at God’s appointed time.
a) God Pays Attention to Righteous Living — Luke 1:6
Zechariah and Elizabeth were righteous before God. God sees your integrity, your sacrifice, and every silent act of obedience.
b) Delay Does Not Mean God Has Forgotten — Psalm 115:12
Though their barrenness lasted many years, God had not forgotten. Heaven remembers every prayer and stores it up.
c) Divine Timing Overrules Human Limitations — Romans 4:19-21
Even old age could not stop God’s plan. His timing is greater than biological, social, or medical limitations.
d) Faithfulness in Service Provokes Remembrance — Hebrews 6:10
Zechariah continued serving despite unanswered prayers. Service positions you for divine remembrance.
Biblical Example: Hannah prayed, served, and waited for years, but when God remembered her, her barrenness ended, and Samuel became a generational prophet (1 Samuel 1:19-20).
2. WHEN GOD REMEMBERS YOU, HE SENDS A DIVINE VISITATION
When God decides to remember you, He does not move quietly, He moves with power, visitation, and supernatural intervention.
a) Divine Remembrance Brings Angelic Intervention — Luke 1:11
The angel of the Lord appeared to Zechariah. God often sends supernatural help when remembrance is activated.
b) God Removes Fear and Releases Assurance — Luke 1:13
The first thing the angel said was, “Fear not.” God replaces fear with prophetic assurance.
c) Your Long-standing Prayers Are Never Lost — Revelation 8:3-4
The angel referenced an old prayer they prayed decades ago. God stores prayers until the right moment.
d) God’s Answers Come with Precision and Purpose — Jeremiah 1:5
The child to be born was not ordinary. Divine answers come with assignment and destiny.
Biblical Example: Rachel was remembered after years of delay, and God opened her womb at His appointed time (Genesis 30:22).
3. GOD’S REMEMBRANCE BRINGS A TESTIMONY GREATER THAN WHAT YOU PRAYED FOR
God does not just answer prayers; He exceeds expectations. His remembrance produces testimonies that outgrow your request.
a) God Gives More Than What You Asked For — Luke 1:15-17
Zechariah and Elizabeth wanted a child; God gave a prophet and a forerunner of Christ.
b) Your Testimony Will Birth Joy for Others — Luke 1:14
Many rejoiced at John’s birth. True divine remembrance affects more than one person.
c) Your Testimony Becomes a Prophetic Sign — Luke 1:16-17
John’s birth signalled a new season in Israel. Some miracles are generational markers.
d) God Turns Impossible Situations into Glory Platforms — Luke 1:18-20
Their old age became proof of God’s power and timing.
Biblical Example: Sarah received Isaac after years of barrenness, and her laughter became a generational testimony (Genesis 21:6-7).
4. DIVINE REMEMBRANCE REQUIRES BELIEF AND ALIGNMENT WITH GOD’S WORD
Divine remembrance is activated by faith. Even when God moves, man must align with Him.
a) Unbelief Can Delay or Hinder Manifestation — Luke 1:18-20
Zechariah doubted the angel’s message. Faith is required for the performance of prophecy.
b) God’s Promise Is Stronger Than Human Weakness — Luke 1:20
Despite Zechariah’s unbelief, God still fulfilled His word. God’s faithfulness prevails.
c) Prophetic Words Must Be Received with Faith — Luke 1:34-38
Mary believed the prophecy immediately. The heart’s posture determines manifestation.
d) Divine Silence Sometimes Protects Your Miracle — Luke 1:20
God shut Zechariah’s mouth so he wouldn’t speak doubt. Sometimes God blocks negative voices around you.
Biblical Example: The Shunammite Woman received a prophecy from Elisha, believed it, and carried a miracle child (2 Kings 4:16-17).
CONCLUSION
The story of Zechariah and Elizabeth mirrors many believers today: faithful, prayerful, dedicated, yet living with long-standing unanswered prayers. But divine remembrance changes everything. When heaven decides to remember a person, delays break, impossibilities bow, and testimonies emerge overnight.
God has not forgotten you. Your prayers have been heard, and your season of remembrance has arrived. The God who remembered Zechariah, Elizabeth, Hannah, and Rachel will remember you. Expect divine visitation, supernatural restoration, and an overflow of testimonies.
PRAYER POINTS
1. Father, thank You for remembering me and my household in this season.
2. O Lord, let every long-standing prayer in my life receive divine attention now.
3. My Father, visit me the way You visited Zechariah and Elizabeth.
4. I break every delay and stagnation resisting my destiny.
5. O Lord, give me a testimony greater than my expectations.
6. Every negative voice speaking against my miracle be silenced now.
7. Holy Spirit, align my heart with faith for manifestation.
8. O Lord, let my testimony bring joy to many around me.
9. Father, open every closed chapter of my life and restore my joy.
10. O Lord, let my season of remembrance manifest speedily.
