Scriptures Reading. John 6:5–14, Matthew 17:24–27, 1 Kings 17:8–16
Key Scripture. “And they say unto him, we have here but five loaves, and two fishes. He said, bring them hither to me.” — Matthew 14:17-18 (KJV)
Devotional Reading
God often begins great things with something that looks small.
A boy had bread and fish. A fisherman had a catch. A widow had a little flour and oil. None of these looked like enough.
But God does not require you to begin with abundance. He requires you to trust Him with what you have.
The little boy’s lunch fed a multitude.
Peter’s fish provided the money required for the tax.
The widow’s remaining food became part of God’s provision during a severe famine.
The common factor was not the size of the resource. It was God’s involvement.
This should challenge the way you think about your work, business, ministry and daily responsibilities.
The issue is not always how much you possess. The issue is whether what you possess is being properly used under God’s directive.
God can multiply the effect of faithful labour. This means you should never determine the usefulness of your life merely by the apparent size of your resources.
- A small seed can become a tree.
- A simple skill can solve a serious problem.
- A modest income can support a household.
- A faithful worker can influence an entire organization.
Never underestimate the potential of what God has placed in your hands.
Personal Reflection
- What “little” resource are you currently overlooking because you are comparing it with what others have?
Life Application
- Stop comparing your beginning with someone else’s abundance. Be faithful with your present assignment.
Prayer Points
- Father, give me eyes to recognize the potential in what You have already placed in my hands.
- Lord, teach me to be faithful with little and trust You for the increase.