Your Time for Restoration is Now

Introduction

  • Opening Statement: "And I don't know about you, but I'm tired of letting the devil steal my stuff."
  • Declaration: "My time for restoration is now!"
  • Understanding the Enemy:
    • Satan is the thief, and he comes to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10).
    • Everyone has been robbed by the enemy in some way.
    • Satan is not great, but he is great at stealing from God’s people.

Identifying the Great Thief

  • Levels of Thieves:
    • Natural thieves steal physical things (money, food, possessions).
    • The higher thief (Satan) steals spiritual and emotional blessings (joy, peace, health, family, time).
  • Examples of Spiritual Theft:
    • A thief may steal your coat, but Satan steals your warmth and security.
    • A thief may steal your wallet, but Satan steals your financial stability.
    • A thief may steal your medicine, but Satan steals your health.
  • Expose the thief and take back what is yours!

The Promise of Restoration

  • Acts 3:20-21 - "Times of restitution of all things."
    • Jesus will remain in heaven until all things are restored.
    • God is actively restoring what was stolen.
    • We must find out what God has promised to restore according to the prophets.

Areas of Restoration

  1. Restoration of Time
  • Joel 2:25 - "I will restore to you the years that the locust has eaten."
  • Understanding Lost Time:
    • Years wasted in bad decisions, sin, and disobedience.
    • Years stolen by missed opportunities and regrets.
    • God promises to restore lost time and wasted years.
  • Encouragement: No matter how late you feel, God can still fulfill His purpose in your life!
  1. Restoration of Health
  • Jeremiah 30:17 - "For I will restore health to you and heal you of your wounds."
  • Health Restoration Includes:
    • Physical healing through Christ’s stripes (Isaiah 53:5).
    • Mental and emotional healing from depression, anxiety, and sorrow.
    • Spiritual renewal through peace and joy.
  • Encouragement: God wants to heal you completely—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
  1. Restoration of Peace and Prosperity
  • Jeremiah 29:11-14 - "I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not harm you."
  • God’s Restoration of Fortune:
    • Not just financial, but overall well-being and favor.
    • God’s desire is for His children to live with hope and an abundant future.
  • Encouragement: Your best days are ahead—trust in God’s plan and expect good things!
  1. Restoration of Faith
  • 1 Timothy 1:19 - "Some have suffered shipwreck concerning the faith."
  • Restoring Shipwrecked Faith:
    • Disappointment, loss, or trials may have weakened your faith.
    • God wants to renew your confidence and trust in Him.
    • Faith is about believing even when things look impossible.
  • Encouragement: Walk by faith, not by sight. God is restoring your faith to believe again!

Call to Action: Take Back What’s Yours!

  • Recognize what Satan has stolen from you.
  • Declare God’s promises over your life.
  • Stand on His Word and refuse to let the enemy win.
  • Trust God’s timing—your restoration is now!

Study Guide: Key Scriptures

  1. Satan the Thief: John 10:10, 1 Peter 5:8
  2. Restoration of Time: Joel 2:25, Psalm 90:12
  3. Restoration of Health: Jeremiah 30:17, Isaiah 53:5
  4. Restoration of Peace and Prosperity: Jeremiah 29:11-14, Philippians 4:7
  5. Restoration of Faith: 1 Timothy 1:19, Hebrews 11:1, Mark 11:23
  6. General Restoration Promises: Acts 3:20-21, Psalm 51:12, Isaiah 61:7

Final Exhortation

  • God is still present, He sees you, hears you, and acknowledges you.
  • Stop trying to handle everything alone—let God restore you.
  • Declare it today: “My time for restoration is NOW!”