Working for God

Bro. Chigozirim Ogbonna

Saturday, September 5, 202618:4012 Listens

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True service to God goes beyond seeking miracles or material provisions; it requires an intentional commitment to knowing His character and advancing His kingdom. While many people focus on what they can receive from God's hand, the greatest dividends are found by prioritizing "soul winning" and fruit-bearing. As the heartbeat of God is that none should perish, believers are saved and comforted specifically to rescue and comfort others. By being strategic lights in dark places outside the church, Christians fulfill their primary purpose and tap into a divine economy where God takes responsibility for their needs and protection.

Practical service also includes faithful sanctuary work and utilizing one's specific talents, whether large or small, without comparison or envy. The speaker emphasizes that when we take God’s assignments seriously, He takes our needs and embarrassments seriously, often providing through grace what a salary cannot buy. Ultimately, the charge is to move from being passive seekers of products to active participants in God's personality and mission. By seeking first the kingdom through soul winning and service, believers ensure their own lives become dynamic and their requests are granted by the Father.