Reversing Negative Verdict

REVERSING NEGATIVE VERDICT

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Esther 4:15-17

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17, Colossians 2:14, Psalm 118:17, Zechariah 3:1-4, Romans 8:1

INTRODUCTION:

Life sometimes presents us with verdicts—judgments, conclusions, or pronouncements—that are negative and threatening. These verdicts can come from people, systems, the enemy, or even from our own past actions. However, the God we serve is not bound by earthly pronouncements. He has the power and authority to reverse every negative verdict.

In the story of Esther, there was a sealed verdict from the king, influenced by Haman, that all Jews should be destroyed. It was legal, it was signed, and it seemed irreversible. But when God’s people sought Him in prayer and fasting, heaven intervened and the evil verdict was reversed. This teaches us that no matter how final or legal a verdict seems, the power of God can override it.

Negative verdicts may manifest as medical reports, academic failure, job termination, family rejection, spiritual condemnation, or societal limitations. But God is the Judge of all the earth, and He has the final say. When we engage the spiritual principles of prayer, faith, and obedience, divine reversals can happen.

1. GOD HAS THE FINAL SAY OVER EVERY VERDICT

God is sovereign and no earthly pronouncement is above His authority. Whatever has been said concerning you that does not align with His Word can be overruled.

a) Earthly verdicts are limited (Esther 3:13):

Haman’s verdict was written and sealed, but it was limited because it lacked divine backing.

b) God’s counsel stands forever (Proverbs 19:21):

Human plans may be many, but it is the purpose of God that shall prevail.

c) No condemnation for those in Christ (Romans 8:1):

The verdict of sin and guilt is erased through the blood of Jesus.

d) Heaven can nullify every handwriting of ordinance (Colossians 2:14):

Whatever has been written against you—ancestral, medical, or demonic—can be blotted out by God.

Biblical Example: In John 8:3–11, a woman caught in adultery faced death by stoning. But Jesus reversed the verdict by declaring, "Neither do I condemn you."

2. SPIRITUAL ENGAGEMENT IS KEY TO DIVINE REVERSAL

Reversing negative verdicts requires spiritual sensitivity and action. Esther did not complain—she called for fasting and prayer.

a) Prayer provokes divine intervention (Esther 4:16):

They fasted and prayed for three days, laying the matter before God.

b) Fasting breaks yokes and invites mercy (Isaiah 58:6):

Fasting is not hunger strike; it is a weapon of warfare and alignment.

c) Spiritual alignment is necessary (2 Chronicles 7:14):

God listens when His people humble themselves and seek His face.

d) Prophetic intercession brings change (Ezekiel 22:30):

God seeks intercessors to stand in the gap and shift verdicts.

Biblical Example: King Hezekiah was given a death verdict, but after turning to the wall in prayer, God added 15 more years to his life (Isaiah 38:1–5).

3. DIVINE FAVOUR CAN OVERTURN EVERY JUDGMENT

When God’s favour is upon a person, laws and systems begin to shift in their favour.

a) Favour opens doors of possibility (Esther 5:2):

The king extended the golden sceptre to Esther—a sign of divine favour.

b) Favour brings supernatural acceptance (Psalm 5:12):

Even when men reject you, God’s favour will cause kings to receive you.

c) The favour of God frustrates the plans of the wicked (Esther 7:10):

Haman planned to destroy others but ended up destroyed.

d) Favour rewrites stories (Genesis 39:21):

Joseph found favour even in prison and was lifted from the pit to the palace.

Biblical Example: Daniel faced a verdict of death in the lions' den, but favour and divine presence shut the mouths of lions (Daniel 6:22).

4. DIVINE REPLACEMENT FOLLOWS DIVINE REVERSAL

God not only reverses evil verdicts—He replaces them with divine honour, restoration, and promotion.

a) The enemy’s plan is turned on his own head (Esther 9:1):

The Jews were empowered to defend themselves; they gained victory instead of destruction.

b) Shame is replaced with glory (Isaiah 61:7):

God promises double honour for shame.

c) Death sentences turn to life testimonies (Psalm 118:17):

“I shall not die, but live…”

d) Rejection turns to elevation (1 Samuel 2:8):

God lifts the beggar from the dunghill and makes him sit among princes.

Biblical Example: Mordecai, once targeted for death, was clothed in royal garments and honoured (Esther 6:10-11).

CONCLUSION:

No matter the negative verdict hanging over your life—whether spoken, written, imagined, or demonic—God has the power to reverse it. Your case is not closed until God says so. Like Esther, rise in faith, take spiritual responsibility, and believe God for divine reversal. He is the God who turns mourning into dancing and disgrace into grace.

God is waiting for you to act. Heaven is ready to intervene. Step into divine alignment through prayer, fasting, faith, and favour. The verdict is being overturned today!