SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: 1 Corinthians 2:14-16
Key Verse:
“But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.” — 1 Corinthians 2:14 (KJV)
Supporting Texts: John 16:13; Isaiah 11:2; Ephesians 4:30; Romans 8:14; Hebrews 5:14
INTRODUCTION:
Spiritual sensitivity is the ability to perceive, understand, and respond to God’s voice and the movements of the Spirit. Many believers struggle to experience divine help because they are insensitive to spiritual cues and miss God’s guidance. The Bible teaches that the natural mind cannot comprehend spiritual realities, but the spiritually sensitive are aligned with heaven’s strategies.
Spiritual sensitivity requires intentional cultivation through prayer, meditation on God’s Word, and obedience. Those who sharpen this ability can discern danger, identify divine opportunities, and respond to promptings that result in supernatural breakthroughs.
In a world filled with distractions and deception, believers who operate in spiritual sensitivity are better equipped to access divine help. God communicates with those who attune their hearts to His Spirit, and heaven responds to those who listen.
1. RECOGNISING THE SPIRITUAL REALM
Understanding that God speaks and operates beyond the natural is the foundation of spiritual sensitivity.
a) Acknowledge the Spirit’s Presence (John 14:16-17)
The Holy Spirit dwells in every believer and guides them in every decision.
b) Recognise God’s Invisible Hand (Hebrews 1:14)
Spiritual realities often precede visible outcomes; understanding them is key to receiving help.
c) Understand Spiritual Operations (Ephesians 6:12)
Divine help is often executed through spiritual forces; awareness enables participation.
d) Accept the Necessity of Discernment (1 John 4:1)
Spiritual sensitivity protects believers from deception and misguidance.
Biblical Example:
Daniel in Babylon — Daniel’s ability to interpret dreams and visions demonstrated his spiritual awareness, leading to divine help and promotion (Daniel 2:19-23).
2. CULTIVATING SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY
Sensitivity to the Spirit is not automatic; it must be nurtured.
a) Prayer and Fasting (Matthew 6:6; Acts 13:2-3)
Intense communion with God heightens awareness of His voice.
b) Meditating on the Word of God (Psalm 1:2-3)
The Word sharpens spiritual perception and aligns the heart with God’s will.
c) Obedience to Promptings (John 16:13)
Acting on small spiritual nudges strengthens discernment for greater challenges.
d) Quietness and Stillness (Psalm 46:10)
Spiritual sensitivity grows when believers stop chasing noise and attune to God’s whisper.
Biblical Example:
Samuel as a child — Samuel heard God’s voice because he was spiritually attentive and responsive (1 Samuel 3:1-10).
3. SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY UNLOCKS DIVINE HELP
Those sensitive to the Spirit experience timely guidance, protection, and provision.
a) Discernment Reveals Opportunities (Acts 16:6-10)
Spiritual sensitivity guides believers into God’s appointed paths.
b) Sensitivity Brings Protection (Psalm 34:7)
Heaven alerts the spiritually sensitive to impending danger.
c) Awareness Activates Miracles (Mark 5:25-34)
Faith and action in response to spiritual promptings release God’s power.
d) Sensitivity Enhances Decision-Making (Proverbs 3:5-6)
Hearing God’s counsel avoids pitfalls and accelerates success.
Biblical Example:
Peter at Joppa — Peter was spiritually sensitive to a vision from God, which led to the salvation of Cornelius and a divine expansion of the gospel (Acts 10:9-33).
4. MAINTAINING SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY
Spiritual sensitivity requires continuous discipline and spiritual alignment.
a) Guard Your Heart Against Sin (Hebrews 5:14)
Sin dulls spiritual perception; holiness keeps the Spirit’s voice clear.
b) Stay Spiritually Alert (1 Peter 5:8)
Alertness prevents distraction and ensures timely response to divine guidance.
c) Nurture a Spirit of Humility (James 4:6)
The sensitive believer is teachable and open to correction.
d) Continual Communion with God (Romans 8:14)
Regular fellowship with the Spirit sustains discernment and divine help.
Biblical Example:
Elijah on Mount Horeb — Elijah discerned God’s voice in a gentle whisper because he had cultivated spiritual alertness and humility (1 Kings 19:9-12).
CONCLUSION:
Spiritual sensitivity is essential for securing divine help in every aspect of life. It enables believers to hear God’s instructions, avoid spiritual pitfalls, and walk in supernatural alignment. A spiritually sensitive life transforms ordinary situations into divine encounters.
When you cultivate your sensitivity to the Spirit, divine help becomes consistent, timely, and supernatural. Heaven responds to those who can hear, discern, and act according to God’s guidance.
PRAYER POINTS
1. Father, open my spiritual eyes to see what You are doing in the Spirit.
2. Lord, give me a heart that is sensitive to Your voice.
3. Holy Spirit, guide me into all truth in every area of my life.
4. Father, teach me to respond promptly to Your promptings.
5. Remove every spiritual dullness and inattentiveness from me.
6. Lord, heighten my discernment for divine guidance.
7. Give me wisdom to act on every spiritual revelation.
8. Father, let my sensitivity attract supernatural help.
9. Protect me from deception and spiritual distraction.
10. Lord, help me maintain spiritual alertness all my days.
