SERIES: DIVINE INTERVENTIONS
TEXT: PSALM 75:6-7, ACTS 12:7-10.
Supernatural advancement refers to progress that is beyond human effort. It is brought about by divine intervention. Some of us have been delayed so much for too long that nothing but Supernatural advancement can help us to reach and overtake people our age. Others their glory has been captured for many years they need God’s supernatural advancement-(Isaiah 60:1)
“Arise, shine for the light is come and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee”.
Supernatural advancement is when God moves a person, ministry, business or destiny forwarding ways that defy logic and natural limitations. Many in life remain stagnant due to obstacles, opposition or lack of divine empowerment. However through the power of God, supernatural acceleration can take place, propelling individuals into realms of success and breakthrough beyond their expectations. Today we need to ask God for supernatural advancement in all areas of our life. Today let us approach God in fervent prayer to really advance our lives, defeat all delays, limitations and arrested developments in all areas of our lives to the glory of God alone. Let us learn:-
THE SOURCE OF SUPERNATURAL ADVANCEMENT.
- God is the promotor-(Psalm 75:6-7).
- True advancement comes from God not from human connections or struggles.
- The power of His word-(Isaiah 55:11).
- When God speaks, His word brings movement and transformation.
- The Holy Spirit-(Zachariah 4:6).
- The Holy Spirit empowers, leads and breaks barriers to ensure divine progress.
- God’s favor-(Exodus 3:21).
- Favor causes doors to open supernaturally, leading to advancement.
- We have the example of Joseph in-(Genesis 41:38-44)
- Despite betrayal and imprisonment, Joseph experienced supernatural promotion from a prisoner to a prime minister within 24 hours.
- If we are really going to make it, you and I need supernatural advancement tonight.
OBSTACLES TO SUPERNATURAL ADVANCEMENT
- Sin and disobedience-(Deuteronomy 28:1-2)
- Disobedience hinders divine progress and invites setbacks.
- Lack of faith-(Hebrew 11:6)
- Faith is the key that activates supernatural acceleration.
- Fear and doubt-(2nd Timothy 1:7).
- Fears cripples destiny and keeps people from stepping into divine opportunities.
- Wrong associations-(1st Corinthians 15:33)
- The wrong company can hinder progress while godly associates propel advancement.
- The Israelites in-(Number 14:1-4, 26-30)
- Their unbelief and complaints caused them to wander in the wilderness for 40 years instead of advancing into the promised land.
THE KEYS TO SUPERNATURAL ADVANCEMENT.
- Divine direction-(Isaiah 30:21)
- When God leads, advancement is inevitable.
- Persistent prayers and fasting-(Matthew 17:21)
- Some breakthrough require spiritual welfare through prayer and fasting.
- Obedience to divine instructions-(Joshua 1:8)
- Obedience to God commands sets one on the path of success and progress.
- Serving God wholeheartedly-(Exodus 23:25-26)
- Service to God’s Kingdom brings divine lifting and supernatural favor.
- Elijah experienced supernatural provision and divine speed when he aligned with God’s instructions-(1st Kings 17:1-6).
WHAT ARE THE ASSIGNS OF SUPERNATURAL ADVANCEMENT?
- Unusual open doors-(Revelation 3:8).
- Opportunities appear beyond human connections.
- Acceleration beyond efforts-(Amos 9:13)
- Things happen quickly and unexpectedly, surpassing natural processes.
- Divine protection-(Psalm 91:10-11)
- When God advances a person, he secures them from attacks.
- Enlargement and expansion-(Isaiah 54:2-3)
- Supernatural progress is evident when ones influence and capacity increase.
- Peter experienced supernatural deliverance from prison, leading to his continued ministry impact-(Acts 12:7-10)
PRAYERS THAT ACTIVATE SUPERNATURAL ADVANCEMENT.
- Prayer for divine empowerment-(Acts 1:8)
- The Holy Spirit empowers believers for advancement.
- Prayer for the removal of obstacles-(Isaiah 45:2-3)
- Every hindrance is broken by divine intervention.
- Prayer for open heavens-(Malachi 3:10)
- When heavens are open, blessings and favor flow freely.
- Prayer for speed and acceleration-(1st Kings 18:46)
- The hand of God grants supernatural speed in all areas of life.
- Jabez prayed a fervent prayer which led to a divine turn around and supernatural expansion-(1st chronicles 4:9-10)
CONCLUSION
- Supernatural advancement is a reality for those who walk with God in obedience, faith and service.
- When God decides to lift a man or woman no force can stop it.
- As believers we must position ourselves through prayer, holiness, and divine direction to experience unstoppable progress in life.
PRAYER
- Father, I receive the grace to advance supernaturally in Jesus Name.
- Every force resisting my progress, be destroyed by fire of God in Jesus Name.
- Lord, let divine favor speak for me in every area of my life in Jesus Name.
- I break every limitations hindering my destiny in Jesus Name.
- O, Lord accelerate my breakthrough beyond human expectations in Jesus Name.
- Lord, I reject every spirit of stagnation in my life, Lord lead me in the path of supernatural success in Jesus Name.
- Lord, open for me the doors of greatness and divine opportunities. Lord I declare divine speed over my destiny in Jesus Name.
- I will go forth and advance supernaturally in Jesus Name.
The following two tabs change content below. Rev, Dr. Willy Mutiso is the Senior Pastor at First Baptist Athiriver. He is widely known for his practical and dynamic teaching style which helps people apply the timeless truths of Scripture to their everyday lives.