The Blessing That Makes You A Blessing Series

THE BLESSING THAT MAKES YOU A BLESSING

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Genesis 12:2-3

Key Verse: “And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing.” (Genesis 12:2)

Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:18; Proverbs 11:25; Galatians 3:13-14; 2 Corinthians 9:8; Acts 3:25-26

INTRODUCTION

From the very beginning, God’s dealings with man have always carried a generational and global purpose. When God called Abraham, He did not only promise him wealth, children, and honour; He gave him a mandate to become a blessing to the nations of the earth. The blessing was not meant to stop with Abraham but to flow through him.

Many believers desire prosperity, favour, and elevation, but they often forget that divine blessing comes with divine responsibility. The blessing of God is not self-centred; it is kingdom-centred. God blesses you so that your life can become evidence of His goodness and an instrument of His mercy.

In a world filled with need, darkness, and brokenness, God is still looking for men and women through whom He can channel His blessings. When you understand that you are blessed to bless, your mindset changes from accumulation to distribution, from selfishness to stewardship, and from pride to purpose.

1. THE BLESSING ORIGINATES FROM GOD

The true blessing is not manufactured by human effort but released by divine covenant. When God blesses a man, no human power can reverse it.

a) DIVINE INITIATION (Genesis 12:1-2)

God was the One who called and blessed Abraham. The blessing begins with God’s initiative, not human ambition, and it flows from obedience to His voice.

b) COVENANT FOUNDATION (Genesis 17:1-2)

The blessing rests upon covenant relationship. When you walk before God in sincerity and faithfulness, you position yourself for His abiding favour.

c) SUPERNATURAL ENABLEMENT (Deuteronomy 8:18)

God gives power to get wealth. The blessing includes divine ability, wisdom, and capacity to succeed beyond natural limitations.

d) IRREVERSIBLE DECLARATION (Numbers 23:20)

When God blesses, no enchantment or opposition can overturn it. His blessing carries divine authority and permanence.

Biblical Example: Isaac prospered in the land of famine because the Lord blessed him, and the Philistines could not stop his increase (Genesis 26:12-14).

2. THE BLESSING CARRIES RESPONSIBILITY

God does not bless you merely to enjoy comfort but to fulfil purpose. The blessing is a stewardship entrusted to faithful hands.

a) TO IMPACT GENERATIONS (Genesis 18:18)

Abraham was blessed so that nations would be blessed through him. The blessing upon your life must extend beyond you to your children and community.

b) TO LIFT OTHERS (Proverbs 11:25)

A generous soul shall be made fat. When you refresh others, God ensures that you are refreshed in return.

c) TO ADVANCE GOD’S KINGDOM (2 Corinthians 9:8)

God supplies abundantly so that you may abound in every good work. The blessing empowers you to support kingdom assignments.

d) TO REFLECT GOD’S GLORY (Matthew 5:16)

Your prosperity and favour should draw men to glorify your Father in heaven, not to celebrate you.

Biblical Example: Joseph was blessed in Egypt and became a saviour to his family and many nations during famine (Genesis 45:7-8).

3. THE BLESSING FLOWS THROUGH FAITH AND OBEDIENCE

The blessing of Abraham was activated by obedience and sustained by faith. You cannot walk in the fullness of God’s promise without trusting and obeying Him.

a) IMMEDIATE OBEDIENCE (Genesis 12:4)

Abraham departed as the Lord had spoken. Prompt obedience positions you for divine manifestation.

b) UNWAVERING FAITH (Romans 4:20-21)

Abraham staggered not at the promise of God. Faith anchors you when circumstances contradict the promise.

c) PATIENT ENDURANCE (Hebrews 6:15)

After he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise. The blessing often requires waiting with expectation.

d) COMPLETE SURRENDER (Genesis 22:16-18)

When Abraham offered Isaac, God reaffirmed the blessing. Total surrender unlocks higher dimensions of favour.

Biblical Example: The widow of Zarephath obeyed Elijah in faith, and her little meal sustained her household throughout the famine (1 Kings 17:13-16).

4. THE BLESSING FINDS ITS FULFILMENT IN CHRIST

The ultimate fulfilment of Abraham’s blessing is found in Jesus Christ. Through Him, the promise extends to all who believe.

a) REDEMPTIVE ACCESS (Galatians 3:13-14)

Christ redeemed us from the curse so that the blessing of Abraham might come upon the Gentiles.

b) SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE (Acts 3:25-26)

Believers are children of the covenant. Through Christ, we inherit the promise spoken to Abraham.

c) TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER (2 Corinthians 5:17)

In Christ, we become new creatures, empowered to live as carriers of divine blessing.

d) GLOBAL IMPACT (Revelation 7:9)

Through Christ, people from every nation are blessed with salvation, fulfilling God’s original promise.

Biblical Example: Jesus Christ became the seed of Abraham through whom salvation reached the whole world (Matthew 1:1; Galatians 3:16).

CONCLUSION

God’s blessing is not a private treasure but a public trust. When He blesses you, He expects you to become a channel through which others encounter His goodness, mercy, and salvation. The measure of true blessing is not what you store but what you release for kingdom impact.