In the early days of ministry, my spiritual father had a friend who said something that unsettled my spiritual father and eventually ended their relationship. He said, “My money is not in this town. I’m relocating elsewhere.” Well, he left shortly after that statement. Sadly, he’s no longer in ministry today. He didn’t abide in his calling.
Friend, you need to abide in your calling (1 Corinthians 7:20). A minister is a waiter. A waiter waits on the person he serves. He doesn’t have an agenda of his own. That’s who we’ve been called to be – a waiter. Someone who waits on God for instructions and directions (Exodus 24:12, Mark 3:14).
God must cure you of haste if you would amount to anything serious under God (Isaiah 28:16). Ministry is not fast food. You can’t get it fixed in five minutes. It’s a marathon, not a 100-meter dash. Really, it’ll take a lifetime of learning and leaning on God to fulfil your God-given destiny (John 15:5, 16).
You need to wait on your ministry (Romans 12:7). You need to abide in your calling to fulfil it (Acts 26:19, 22). If your motivation for ministry is money, you’ll be greatly disappointed. You should rather be a businessman and make money instead of bringing eternal damnation on yourself (Philippians 3:17-19).
Most times, when you think your ministry or business isn’t growing, you’re the one God is growing (Luke 1:80, 2:40, 52). There’s a capacity required for anything that’ll last and stand the test of time (Matthew 7:24-27). God will ensure you have the right capacity before He releases His glory on your life, business, or ministry.
Ministry is staying true to your instructions from God (Acts 26:19). Don’t change your instructions. Don’t go after money. Go after impact. Stop jumping on what’s trending. Stay on what is chosen for you by God, even if it does not appear popular, exciting, or rewarding (1 Kings 20:40). Abide in your calling.
‘Demola Awoyele
Lead Pastor,
Destiny Impact Church
Akure, Nigeria