Securing Divine Help Through Covenant Relationship With God Series

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH COVENANT RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Genesis 17:1-7

Key Verse: “And I will establish my covenant between me and thee and thy seed after thee in their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be a God unto thee, and to thy seed after thee.” — Genesis 17:7 (KJV)

Supporting Texts: Exodus 19:5-6; Psalm 89:34; Deuteronomy 7:9; Hebrews 8:10; Luke 22:20

INTRODUCTION:

A covenant is a binding spiritual agreement backed by divine authority and responsibility. God does not relate with His people casually; He relates with them covenantally. From Abraham to Israel, and from Christ to the Church, divine help has always been rooted in covenant relationship. Those who understand covenant do not beg for help, they stand on promises.

Many believers desire divine intervention but fail to recognise that divine help flows most consistently within covenant boundaries. Outside covenant, help is occasional; within covenant, help is guaranteed. Covenant relationship establishes access, protection, and divine backing even in the face of adversity.

This message teaches that when believers walk faithfully in covenant with God, they position themselves to experience uninterrupted divine help, supernatural defence, and covenant blessings that outlive circumstances.

1. COVENANT RELATIONSHIP ESTABLISHES DIVINE OWNERSHIP

Covenant makes God personally responsible for the life of the believer.

a) Covenant identifies you as God’s possession (Exodus 19:5)

God claims covenant people as His treasured possession, ensuring divine care and attention.

b) Covenant guarantees divine protection (Psalm 89:34)

God does not violate or abandon covenant promises.

c) Covenant separates you from the common lot (Deuteronomy 7:6)

Covenant places believers under divine distinction.

d) Covenant secures generational blessings (Genesis 17:7)

God’s covenant extends beyond one lifetime.

Biblical Example:

Abraham — God defended, prospered, and preserved him because of covenant (Genesis 12–22).

2. COVENANT RELATIONSHIP ACTIVATES DIVINE HELP IN CRISIS

Covenant becomes most visible in times of pressure.

a) Covenant provokes divine intervention (Exodus 2:24)

God remembered His covenant and acted on behalf of Israel.

b) Covenant ensures divine remembrance (Leviticus 26:42)

God never forgets those in covenant with Him.

c) Covenant invites supernatural defence (Isaiah 54:17)

God rises to protect covenant people from destruction.

d) Covenant guarantees victory over opposition (Deuteronomy 20:4)

God personally fights covenant battles.

Biblical Example:

Israel at the Red Sea — God intervened because of His covenant with Abraham (Exodus 14).

3. COVENANT RELATIONSHIP REQUIRES FAITHFUL OBEDIENCE

Covenant benefits are activated through obedience.

a) Obedience sustains covenant power (Deuteronomy 28:1-2)

Covenant blessings flow through obedience.

b) Disobedience weakens covenant expression (Judges 2:20-22)

Violation of covenant principles attracts consequences.

c) Obedience proves covenant loyalty (John 14:15)

Love and obedience preserve covenant relationship.

d) Obedience positions believers for divine favour (Psalm 103:17-18)

God shows mercy to those who keep His covenant.

Biblical Example:

Joshua — His obedience sustained God’s covenant presence (Joshua 24:15).

4. THE NEW COVENANT IN CHRIST GUARANTEES PERMANENT DIVINE HELP

Believers now relate to God through a superior covenant.

a) The blood of Jesus seals the new covenant (Luke 22:20)

The covenant is secured eternally through Christ.

b) The new covenant brings access to God’s help (Hebrews 4:16)

Believers approach God boldly for mercy and help.

c) The new covenant writes God’s law in the heart (Hebrews 8:10)

Divine alignment is internal, not external.

d) The new covenant guarantees eternal backing (Hebrews 13:20-21)

God equips believers for every good work.

Biblical Example:

The Early Church — Covenant power produced signs, wonders, and supernatural help (Acts 2:42-47).

CONCLUSION:

Covenant relationship with God is the strongest security for divine help. Those who understand covenant do not panic in crisis because they know God is committed to their defence. When believers walk faithfully in covenant obedience, divine help becomes a lifestyle, not an occasional visitation.

May you walk consciously in covenant and enjoy the fullness of divine help secured through Christ Jesus.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Father, thank You for bringing me into covenant relationship with You.

2. Lord, help me to walk faithfully in covenant obedience.

3. Every force attempting to disconnect me from covenant blessings, be destroyed.

4. Father, remember Your covenant and intervene in my situation.

5. Let covenant protection surround my life and family.

6. Holy Spirit, help me to honour my covenant responsibilities.

7. Lord, let covenant favour speak for me where I am forgotten.

8. I receive grace to enjoy uninterrupted divine help.

9. Father, establish Your covenant blessings in my life permanently.

10. Thank You, Lord, because Your covenant guarantees my victory.