When God Visits His People

WHEN GOD VISITS HIS PEOPLE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Luke 7:16

Supporting Texts: Exodus 4:31, Genesis 21:1, Ruth 1:6, Psalm 8:4, Luke 1:68

INTRODUCTION:

Throughout the Bible, divine visitation marks turning points in the lives of individuals, families, and nations. When God visits, stagnation ends, sorrow turns into joy, and the supernatural is released upon the natural. Luke 7:16 says, “God hath visited his people.” This statement came after Jesus raised a widow's dead son. It was an act of divine compassion that brought comfort, awe, and faith to the people.

God’s visitation is a clear sign that He has not forgotten His people. It reveals His love, mercy, and intention to transform situations. Every divine visitation comes with purpose—whether to deliver, to heal, to restore, or to bless. When God visits, things must change, and destinies must realign with His will.

This message encourages us to understand what it means for God to visit us, what triggers His visitation, and what happens when He does. Today, may your life attract divine visitation!

1. GOD’S VISITATION BRINGS HOPE TO THE HOPELESS

a) Divine visitation revives dead situations (Luke 7:14–15):

The widow’s son was already being carried out for burial, but Jesus turned that sorrow into joy.

b) God steps in when all human help has failed (Psalm 60:11):

His visitation is timely—it arrives when we feel all is lost.

c) Divine visitation restores lost expectations (Proverbs 23:18):

Long-forgotten hopes are revived when God shows up.

d) God's visit reminds us that He sees our tears (Exodus 3:7):

He doesn’t ignore our pain; He responds to it with power.

Biblical Example: Sarah had lost hope of childbearing, but God visited her and fulfilled His promise (Genesis 21:1–2).

2. GOD’S VISITATION RESTORES BROKEN LIVES AND COMMUNITIES

a) His visitation rebuilds what was ruined (Isaiah 61:4):

God brings healing to people and restoration to places.

b) A divine visit can revive a backslidden heart (Hosea 6:1–2):

Even spiritual ruins can be restored by His mercy.

c) When God visits, the past does not define the future (Joel 2:25):

He restores the years lost to pain, sin, or rebellion.

d) Divine visitation brings communal rejoicing (Luke 7:16):

The people rejoiced and glorified God when they saw the miracle.

Biblical Example: Naomi heard that God had visited His people with bread and returned to Bethlehem (Ruth 1:6).

3. GOD’S VISITATION REVEALS HIS COMPASSION

a) God visits not because we deserve it, but because He loves us (Lamentations 3:22–23):

His mercy moves Him to act in our favour.

b) Jesus was moved with compassion to intervene (Luke 7:13):

His heart breaks for our brokenness.

c) Divine visitation proves we are not forgotten (Isaiah 49:15–16):

God never abandons those who trust in Him.

d) God's compassion births miracles and deliverance (Psalm 103:13–14):

He is mindful of our frailty and steps in to help us.

Biblical Example: Israel groaned in Egypt, and God visited them because of His covenant and compassion (Exodus 4:31).

4. GOD’S VISITATION USHERS IN DIVINE PURPOSE AND DIRECTION

a) God visits to realign destinies (Jeremiah 29:11):

He brings clarity where there was confusion.

b) His visitation often comes with instruction (Genesis 18:10–14):

God doesn’t just show up—He speaks and leads.

c) Divine visitation brings revelation (Luke 1:11–13):

Zacharias received a divine message that changed his life.

d) God opens doors of purpose through divine visitation (Revelation 3:8):

He moves people into their divine assignments.

Biblical Example: Paul encountered Jesus on the road to Damascus, and his purpose was redefined (Acts 9:3–6).

5. DIVINE VISITATION DEMANDS PREPARATION AND RESPONSE

a) We must be spiritually alert to recognise divine visitation (Luke 19:44):

Many miss their moment because they are distracted.

b) Divine visitation should be met with faith (Hebrews 11:6):

God responds to expectation and hunger.

c) Repentance invites divine visitation (Acts 3:19–20):

A repentant heart creates room for God’s presence.

d) Worship attracts His glory (Psalm 22:3):

True worship invites divine encounters.

Biblical Example: The people of Nineveh repented, and God visited them with mercy instead of judgment (Jonah 3:5–10).

CONCLUSION:

When God visits, nothing remains the same. Whether it’s a dead situation, a broken life, or a lost soul, His touch brings life, restoration, and purpose. His visitation is both a sign of love and a call to action. We must be ready, open, and responsive to His move in our lives. May today mark a new season of divine visitation for you.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, thank You for visiting me with Your mercy and love.

2. Lord, visit every dead area of my life with resurrection power.

3. Let my spirit be sensitive to recognise Your visitation.

4. Every delay in my life, be terminated by divine visitation.

5. Visit my family, O Lord, and restore all that has been lost.