NOVEMBER DAILY DIET
DAY 6: DILIGENT FAITH
Topic:
PUT YOUR HAND TO WORK
Scriptures: Proverbs 10:4; Colossians 3:23, James 2:17; Ecclesiastes 9:10; Proverbs 22:29
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TEACHING
Introduction
Faith is not an excuse for laziness. Rather, genuine faith inspires diligence, responsibility, commitment and purposeful action.
Many people desire extraordinary results but are unwilling to embrace the discipline, sacrifice and consistent effort required to produce them.
*They pray for success but neglect preparation.
*They pray for financial breakthroughs but fail to develop their skills.
*They ask God for opportunities but are not prepared when opportunities comes.
Beloved, God is not glorified by our excuses when He has given us abilities, opportunities, time and resources to put to work.
Faith does not replace work; faith gives work its purpose, direction and confidence in God.
Proverbs 10:4 tells us that a slack hand brings poverty, while the hand of the diligent makes rich.
This means diligence is not merely a good habit; it is a principle that influences the outcome of our lives.
WHAT IS DILIGENT FAITH
Diligent faith is the ability to believe God, act on His Word, remain committed to your responsibilities and consistently pursue the assignments He has placed in your hands.
It means:
Praying and preparing.
Believing and taking action.
Trusting God and developing your abilities.
Expecting results while remaining committed to the process.
Refusing to allow laziness, procrastination or fear to stop you.
Abraham believed God, but he also obeyed God's instructions.
Noah believed God's warning and demonstrated his faith by building the ark.
Faith must find expression in our daily activities.
PUT YOUR HANDS TO WORKS
Colossians 3:23 says:
“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” (KJV)
Notice that Scripture says whatsoever you do.
Whether you are:
* A business owner, serve your customers diligently.
* A teacher, teach with commitment and excellence.
* A student, study diligently.
* A mother, manage your home responsibly.
* A pastor or minister, serve faithfully.
* An employee, give your best even when nobody is watching.
* An entrepreneur, develop your ideas and work consistently.
Your present assignment may look small, but how you handle it can determine the opportunities that come tomorrow.
Do not despise small beginnings. Do not abandon your responsibilities while waiting for bigger opportunities.
God can use what is already in your hands to take you where you desire to go.
Remember Moses and his rod (Exodus 4:2). What appeared ordinary became an instrument of extraordinary manifestation in God's hands.
ENEMIES OF DILIGENT FAITH
* Laziness:
Knowing what to do but refusing to do it.
* Procrastination:
Constantly postponing necessary action.
* Fear of failure:
Allowing the possibility of failure to prevent you from starting.
* Inconsistency:
Starting well but refusing to remain committed.
* Excuses:
Blaming circumstances instead of taking responsibility for what you can change.
You cannot continually surrender to these enemies and expect consistent progress.
NOTE
Proverbs 10:4 – Diligence produces wealth, while laziness leads to poverty.
Colossians 3:23 – Whatever your hands find to do, do it wholeheartedly as unto the Lord.
Ecclesiastes 9:10 – Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might.
Proverbs 22:29 – A diligent person will stand before kings.
James 2:17 – Faith without works is dead.
ACTION PLAN
Today, identify one area of your life where you have been believing God but have not been taking sufficient action.
Today, identify one area of your life
Ask yourself:
** What has God placed in my hands?
** What responsibility have I been neglecting?
** What skill do I need to develop?
What important task have I continued to postpone?
** What practical step can I take today?
Your assignment today:
*** Stop postponing that important task.
*** Start something, complete something, improve something or develop something.
Do not wait until everything is perfect before you begin.
QUOTE
"Faith gives you the courage to begin, diligence gives you the discipline to continue, and God gives the increase."
PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS
A
I decree that my God will bless the works of your hands in Jesus Name.
I pray for you that all your lost opportunities are recovered and restored to you in Jesus Name.
B
PERSONAL DECLARATIONS/CONFESSION
* I declare:
* I receive grace to be diligent, disciplined and productive.
* I reject laziness, procrastination and every spirit of inconsistency.
* My hands are blessed, and whatever I do in righteousness shall prosper.
* I will not waste my gifts, opportunities, time or resources.
* I receive divine wisdom to maximise every opportunity presented to me.
* My labour shall not be in vain.
* I shall enjoy the rewards of diligence and stand before people of influence.
* I am moving from intention to action, from preparation to manifestation and from effort to fruitful results.
In Jesus' mighty name. Amen!
PRAYER POINTS.
1. Father, in the name of Jesus, empower me with the spirit of diligence.
2. Father Lord, in the name of Jesus, Deliver me from laziness, procrastination, excuses and inconsistency.
3. Oh Lord, by the Power of the Holy Spirit, Give me wisdom to recognise and maximise the opportunities You have placed before me today and always In Jesus Name.
4. Father, Bless the work of my hands and help me to serve You faithfully in everything I do in Jesus Name.
5. Father , in the name of Jesus, Let my life produce visible fruits that glorify Your name, in Jesus Name Amen.
MEDITATE ON THIS.
I am a diligent person. I am not lazy, careless or wasteful. I put my hands to work with wisdom, excellence and commitment. I work with faith, I walk in divine favour, and I produce fruitful results. My labour is blessed, my efforts are not wasted, and I am making progress in every area of my life. I am a person of faith that works.
SALVATION PRAYER
Lord Jesus, I acknowledge that I am a sinner. I believe You died for me and rose again. I repent of my sins and invite You into my heart as my Lord and Saviour. Give me a new life and help me to walk in Your Word. From today, I surrender my life to You. In Jesus' name. Amen.
Don't just pray for what you are unwilling to prepare for or ask Hod for what you are unwilling to work on
Put your hand to work
BELIEVE GOD.... TAKE ACTIO..... REMAIN DILIGENT...... EXPECT RESULTS.
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