A dear man of God went into prayers asking God for progress in his life and ministry; he felt he was not doing well. God’s response revolutionized his ministry; “Son, progress for me is being where I want you to be even if it is to stay on the same spot.” That word brought him lasting peace and focus daily.
Friend, progress with God is being at the centre of God’s will for your life. While it is good to desire to move forward, we must ensure progress is not based on what we see outside but what God stirs in our hearts. You cannot succeed with God constantly looking around; your gaze must be fixed on Him (Isaiah 50:7).
God does not want you to be under pressure. There is peace when you are in the centre of God’s will (Psalms 46:10). The safest place for a child of God is the centre of God’s will. You need to run your race, not the rat race. God’s end time army is characterized by focus, consistency, and order (Joel 2:1-8).
While it is good to seek greener pastures, you must realise that not every pasture is your pasture (Genesis 26:2). When you follow God’s leading, He would surely lead you to your own green pasture (Psalms 23:1-2). Lot chose for himself the land that looked green and promising, only for him to be a victim of a predetermined evil (Genesis 13:10-13).
Success is simple obedience to divine instructions (Isaiah 48:17, 21). If God tells you to stay, stay. If He tells you to move, move. But never assume His leading because everyone is moving. Sometimes, it would look stupid. It would seem as though you are not smart. But the smartest people are those in obedience to God (Deuteronomy 32:9-13).
You are just an instruction away from your next breakthrough (John 2:5). What has God told you? What divine instruction are you currently disobeying? Don’t change your instructions because of the condition so you don’t become a victim of confusion. You need to stay where God wants you, doing what He wants. Success is only a by-product of obedience (Deuteronomy 28:1-14).
‘Demola Awoyele,
Lead Pastor,
Destiny Impact Church
Akure, Nigeria
