POSITION YOURSELF FOR A GREATER TOMORROW
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Isaiah 43:18-19
Key Verse: “Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it?” (Isaiah 43:18-19)
Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11; Proverbs 4:18; Philippians 3:13-14; Genesis 12:1-4; Hebrews 11:8-10
INTRODUCTION:
God is a God of purpose, progress, and divine continuity. He never designs a glorious future without also providing instructions for preparation. While tomorrow belongs to God, positioning determines who partakes in what God has prepared. A greater tomorrow does not happen by chance; it is accessed by alignment.
Many people pray for a better future while remaining tied to past mindsets, habits, and locations that no longer align with God’s plan. Divine promises respond to divine positioning. What you refuse to leave behind may prevent you from stepping into what God has prepared ahead.
This teaching calls believers to consciously position themselves spiritually, mentally, and practically so that God’s intention for a greater tomorrow can manifest without resistance.
1. A GREATER TOMORROW IS GOD’S INTENTION
God’s agenda for His children is continual progress, not stagnation.
a) God plans a hopeful future (Jeremiah 29:11)
God’s thoughts towards you are intentional, positive, and future-oriented.
b) Divine light increases with time (Proverbs 4:18)
The path of the righteous is progressive; darkness is not permitted to dominate your future.
c) God’s promises transcend present limitations (Isaiah 60:1-2)
Your current situation does not define God’s ultimate plan.
d) God expects growth and advancement (Deuteronomy 1:6-7)
Remaining in one place too long is contrary to divine design.
Biblical Example: Joseph’s journey from the pit to the palace proves that God’s intention is elevation, not perpetual suffering (Genesis 37–41).
2. POSITIONING REQUIRES LETTING GO OF THE PAST
You cannot move forward while clinging to what God has concluded.
a) Forgetting is necessary for pressing forward (Philippians 3:13)
Progress demands release from past failures, successes, and regrets.
b) Old seasons can hinder new manifestations (Isaiah 43:18)
Dwelling on former things limits sensitivity to new moves of God.
c) Emotional and spiritual baggage delays destiny (Hebrews 12:1)
Weights slow spiritual speed and clarity.
d) God demands separation for elevation (Genesis 12:1)
Leaving familiar environments is often required for new dimensions.
Biblical Example: Abraham had to leave his father’s house before he could access God’s promised future (Genesis 12:1-4).
3. POSITIONING DEMANDS OBEDIENCE AND ALIGNMENT
Obedience is the bridge between promise and manifestation.
a) God guides those who follow His voice (Psalm 32:8)
Direction is reserved for the obedient.
b) Alignment attracts divine backing (Amos 3:3)
Agreement with God secures His involvement.
c) Delayed obedience can delay destiny (Jonah 1:1-3)
Resistance prolongs processes unnecessarily.
d) Total obedience produces speedy results (Deuteronomy 28:1-2)
Blessings respond to compliance, not convenience.
Biblical Example: Noah obeyed God fully and positioned his household for preservation and a new beginning (Genesis 6:22; 8:1).
4. FAITH IS A KEY POSITIONING FORCE
Faith aligns you with God’s future before it manifests.
a) Faith sees tomorrow ahead of time (Hebrews 11:1)
Faith gives substance to God’s promises.
b) Faith demands movement (Hebrews 11:8)
True faith responds with action.
c) Fear misaligns destiny (Numbers 13:31-33)
Fear keeps people stranded at the edge of promise.
d) Faith attracts divine commendation (Hebrews 11:6)
God responds actively to faith-filled positioning.
Biblical Example: Caleb’s faith positioned him to inherit what an entire generation lost (Joshua 14:6-14).
5. CONSISTENT PREPARATION SECURES A GREATER TOMORROW
Preparation sustains the future God reveals.
a) Spiritual disciplines prepare the heart (Matthew 6:6)
Prayer keeps alignment intact.
b) Knowledge prepares capacity (Proverbs 24:3-4)
Ignorance limits destiny fulfilment.
c) Character protects tomorrow (Proverbs 20:7)
Integrity preserves elevation.
d) Diligence invites increase (Proverbs 22:29)
Skill and commitment create room for greatness.
Biblical Example: David’s years of preparation in obscurity qualified him for kingship (1 Samuel 16–17).
CONCLUSION:
A greater tomorrow is not accidental; it is the reward of correct positioning. When you align with God’s instructions, release the past, walk in obedience, and move by faith, you inevitably step into His prepared future.
Your tomorrow is calling, and heaven is inviting you to reposition. As you respond, God will ensure that your latter days are greater than your former.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, thank You for Your plans for my future.
2. Lord, disconnect me from every past limitation.
3. Father, align my steps with Your divine purpose.
4. Lord, grant me grace for total obedience.
5. Father, strengthen my faith for the journey ahead.
6. Lord, remove every distraction delaying my destiny.
7. Father, prepare me inwardly for outward elevation.
8. Lord, order my steps into my prepared future.
9. Father, let my tomorrow surpass my yesterday.
10. Lord, position me permanently for greatness.
