Memory Verse: … “ No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God – Micah 6:8 (NLT).
Text: Genesis 33:1-11
Spiritual Emphasis: Restitution is commanded by God to enable us follow peace with all men. It is an act of putting right what has been done wrongly. God is a just God and He expects justice from everyone (Jeremiah 22:3).
Restitution at various dispensation
- Restitution is not a new doctrine. It has been in practice before the law. Moses gave certain laws of restitution. The doctrine was also confirmed up to the time of the Kings and prophets, and to the Church age, right from the time of Jesus Christ and the apostles until now – Lev. 6:1-7; Luke 19:8-10; Exo. 22:1-5; 2 Samuel 12:1-6; 2 Kings 8:1-6;; Philemon 1:7-12.
Some Blessings of Restitution
A heart of restitution has the following to benefit from God
- Favor from God – Lev. 6:7; Luke 2:52
- Speedy answers to prayers – Luke 19:9; Luke 11:9
- Fearlessness – Psalm 27:1
- Healing – Psalm 107:20
- Anointing for exploits – Acts 10:38
- Hearing God from time to time
- Protection – Psalm 105:15
Questions/Activities: Why must we make restitution?
Conclusion. Do you have any restitution to make? Pray to God for help and take the right steps. The Holy Spirit will help you – Shalom!
Self-Study: Exodus 22:1-31; Luke 19:1-10; Romans 12:19; Romans 13:4; Numbers 5:6-7; Leviticus 6:1-7; Proverbs 6:31; 1 John 1:9; Acts 3:19; Joel 2:25; Galatians 6:1; Matthew 5:19; John 14:26; Leviticus 5:15.
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