The Favour Of God
Introduction
The Favour of God teaches that God’s favour surrounds and protects the righteous, bringing opportunities, success, divine empowerment, recognition, promotion, and protection even during difficult times. Biblical figures like David, Esther, Joseph, and Abraham exemplify how God’s favour leads to victory and blessings.
The importance of cultivating a strong relationship with God through faith, prayer, obedience, and giving, assuring believers that God’s favour will open doors and make a way where there seems to be none. The message encourages believers to receive spiritual gifts and impartation to be established and empowered. It concludes with prayers for God’s favour to locate and bless the listeners, opening doors and shutting down evil against them, affirming that with God’s favour, they are victorious and blessed.
Which Bible verse is the Favour of God based on?
The Favour of God, is anchored on Psalm 5:12, which declares, “Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favour as with a shield.” This verse serves as the foundation for understanding that God’s favour is not a random occurrence but a divine covering and blessing that is reserved for those who walk in righteousness. The message explores how this favour acts as a shield of protection, opens doors of opportunity, and positions believers for blessings beyond their own efforts.
When God’s favour helped David
A powerful example of God’s favour at work is seen in David’s victory over Goliath in 1 Samuel 17. David was a young shepherd boy with no formal military training, facing a seasoned warrior who terrified the entire army of Israel.
Yet, because the favour of God was upon him, David stepped forward in bold faith, declaring that the same God who delivered him from the lion and the bear would also deliver him from this Philistine. With just a sling and a stone, David struck down Goliath, securing victory for Israel.
This shows that God’s favour can equip an ordinary person to accomplish extraordinary things, granting victory where human ability alone would fall short.
Cultivating a relationship with God
Cultivating a strong relationship with God is essential for both receiving and maintaining His favour. This relationship is deepened through consistent prayer, where we align our hearts with His will; obedience to His Word, which positions us under the covering of His promises; and faith, trusting Him even when circumstances seem uncertain.
Regular participation in church life and fellowship also strengthens our walk, as it keeps us connected to the Body of Christ and encouraged in our spiritual journey. Just as favour surrounded David because of his closeness to God, so too can believers experience divine favour when they intentionally seek God, honour His commands, and remain faithful in their devotion.
Divine Empowerment
Divine empowerment is the supernatural strength, wisdom, and courage that God imparts to believers, enabling them to overcome challenges and fulfil His purposes. It is not based on human ability or resources, but on the presence and power of God working through a willing heart.
This empowerment was evident in David’s courage to face Goliath—while others saw an impossible battle, David saw an opportunity for God’s power to be revealed. In the same way, divine empowerment equips us to step into situations that seem beyond our capacity, granting us victory, influence, and success that glorify God.
The significance of the story of Esther
The story of Esther beautifully illustrates how God’s favour can position someone for a divine purpose and give them the courage to act, even in the face of great risk. As a young Jewish woman who became queen in a foreign land, Esther did not rise to that position by chance—it was the hand of God opening doors and granting her favour with the king.
When her people faced extermination, that same favour gave her the boldness to approach the king uninvited, risking her life to plead for their deliverance. An example to show that God’s favour not only elevates us to places of influence but also equips us to carry out His will in critical moments, bringing blessing and salvation to others.
The spirit God gives believers
God has not given His children a spirit of fear, but rather a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind – 2 Timothy 1:7. This means that believers are not to be governed by anxiety, intimidation, or doubt, but by the boldness and confidence that comes from the Holy Spirit.
The power equips us to face spiritual battles and overcome opposition, the love enables us to act with compassion and grace even under pressure, and the sound mind gives us clarity, self-control, and wisdom to make godly decisions. With this spirit, believers can stand firm in the midst of trials, just as David, Esther, and countless others in Scripture stood in faith and saw God’s favour prevail.
How to respond to challenges?
We must face challenges with unwavering trust in God’s favour, knowing that His presence surrounds them like a shield. Even when circumstances seem immovable and breakthroughs are not yet visible, they are called to remain faithful, holding firmly to God’s promises. Believers are urged to rejoice in advance, praising God not only for what He has already done but also for what He is yet to do.
This posture of faith acknowledges that God can make a way where there seems to be no way, turning impossibilities into testimonies. By trusting His timing and leaning on His strength, believers can walk through trials with peace, confidence, and hope, confident that His favour will lead them to victory.
What is impartation?
Impartation is the spiritual transfer of a gift, anointing, or blessing from God to a believer, often administered through the laying on of hands. It is a divine transaction in which God releases favour, grace, and empowerment into a person’s life, equipping them for their calling and strengthening their spiritual walk.
Impartation is not merely a symbolic act—it is a biblical practice seen in both the Old and New Testaments, where leaders, prophets, and apostles laid hands on others to impart wisdom, courage, and spiritual gifts. When received in faith, impartation can unlock new levels of spiritual authority, open doors of opportunity, and activate God’s purposes in a believer’s life.