A man of God shared his story of humble beginnings in ministry. When he shared his vision with loved ones, they ridiculed him, predicting he’d eventually return, seeking help. He ignored the naysayers and stayed committed. Today, he’s a thriving success in life and ministry.
Friend, don’t come down (Nehemiah 6:3). One of the strategies of the devil to make people stumble is to belittle their work. He wants you to believe that what you are doing is not significant. He wants you to come down. He wants you to come down to his level. He wants you to come down to discouragement (Acts 20:24).
If the devil cannot stop you, He would attempt to slow you down (Nehemiah 2:19). He does this by sponsoring distractions and discouragements. He sends mockers and doubters your way. He raises voices of accusations around you. He wants to weaken your hands and break your focus (Nehemiah 4:10).
Those who would not come down must have laser focus when it comes to their lives and pursuits (Philippians 3:12-14). That is how to sustain heights. If you are still paying attention to people and things that don’t matter, you would lose focus. Anyone and anything that does not contribute to your life and what you’re doing is a distraction (John 7:1-6).
The way you see your work is the way others will see it (Acts 26:19). If you must do great work, celebrate what you’re doing no matter how small it might seem. Stop waiting for people to validate you. Let your work be great before you. Celebrate your wins, no matter how little they seem (1 Samuel 17:34-36).
Life is about times and seasons (Ecclesiastes 3:1-11). There would be seasons that it seems nothing is happening in your life and work. Those silent seasons are the most significant seasons. When you think that nothing is happening, a lot is actually happening. When your vision looks like a lie, wait on it and wait for it. It would soon speak (Habakkuk 2:1-3). Don’t come down.
‘Demola Awoyele
Lead Pastor,
Destiny Impact Church
Akure, Nigeria