Restoration

RESTORATION

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Joel 2:25-26

"I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the crawling locust, the consuming locust, and the chewing locust... You shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God, who has dealt wondrously with you."

Supporting Texts: Job 42:10, Jeremiah 30:17, Psalm 51:12, Isaiah 61:7, 1 Peter 5:10

INTRODUCTION

A man once lost everything—his wealth, his health, and even his family. He sat in ashes, wondering if his life could ever be restored. But one day, God turned his sorrow into joy, giving him double for his trouble (Job 42:10).

Life sometimes brings loss, setbacks, and disappointments. You may have lost opportunities, relationships, health, or finances, but the good news is that God is a restorer. No matter what the enemy has stolen, God can bring it back—and even more!

Let us explore how God restores and how we can walk in His restoration.

1. GOD IS THE AUTHOR OF RESTORATION

Restoration is not just about recovering what was lost; it is about receiving something greater. When God restores, He brings back more than what was taken.

Job 42:10 – "And the Lord restored Job’s losses when he prayed for his friends. Indeed, the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before."

Restoration is part of God’s nature—He turns mourning into dancing (Psalm 30:11).

The enemy may steal, but God has the power to restore all.

Do you believe God can restore what you have lost?

2. GOD RESTORES LOST TIME AND OPPORTUNITIES

Many people regret wasted years, missed chances, and wrong decisions. But God can redeem lost time and bring you into a season of divine acceleration.

Joel 2:25 – "I will restore to you the years that the locust has eaten."

No matter how much time you think you have lost, God can restore it.

He can bring new opportunities and open doors that no man can shut (Revelation 3:8).

Are you ready to walk into divine recovery?

3. GOD RESTORES HEALTH AND STRENGTH

Sickness and affliction can weaken a person, but God is Jehovah Rapha—the Healer. He restores not only physical health but also spiritual and emotional strength.

Jeremiah 30:17 – "For I will restore health to you and heal you of your wounds."

Jesus restored the sick, the lame, the blind, and the brokenhearted (Matthew 9:35).

Whatever affliction you are facing, God’s power is able to restore you completely.

Will you trust Him to restore your health today?

4. GOD RESTORES JOY AND PEACE

Life’s trials can steal your joy and peace, leaving you anxious and broken. But God promises to restore the joy of your salvation.

Psalm 51:12 – "Restore to me the joy of Your salvation, and uphold me with Your generous Spirit."

The enemy may try to bring depression, sorrow, and confusion, but God restores peace and gladness.

Isaiah 61:7 – "Instead of your shame you shall have double honour, and instead of confusion they shall rejoice in their portion."

Do you need God to restore your joy today?

5. GOD RESTORES DESTINIES AND DOUBLE BLESSINGS

Some people feel stuck or far from their divine purpose, but God is able to restore destinies and give double blessings for every loss.

1 Peter 5:10 – "After you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace... will Himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast."

God restored Joseph from prison to the palace (Genesis 41:39-41).

He can rewrite your story and bring you into a new season of favour.

Are you ready to walk in double restoration?

CONCLUSION:

No matter what you have lost, God is able to restore you completely. Whether it is your health, finances, joy, peace, time, or destiny, He is ready to bring you into a new season of restoration.

Do you believe God can restore all that was taken?

Are you ready to receive divine restoration in every area of your life?

Will you surrender to Jesus, the Restorer of all things?

Your season of restoration is here!

PRAYER POINTS

1. Lord, restore every lost opportunity and wasted year in my life.

2. Father, heal my body and restore my strength.

3. Lord, let my joy and peace be fully restored in Jesus’ name.

4. Father, restore my finances and open new doors for me.

5. Lord, let my destiny be fully restored and established in You.