From Small Beginnings to Great Ends

Call to Prayer

Title: From Small Beginnings to Great Ends

By: Jemimah Akpam

Date: 13:11:2024

“Though your beginning was small, yet your latter end would increase abundantly.”
Job 8:7 (NKJV)

Life is a journey marked by various seasons – times of sowing, growing, and reaping. Often, our initial steps may feel small, insignificant, or discouraging. We might wonder if our humble beginnings will ever lead to something greater. Yet, the promise found in Job 8:7 reminds us that God specializes in turning small beginnings into something magnificent.

The story of Job exemplifies endurance, faith, and divine restoration. Despite losing everything, Job remained steadfast, and God restored him with far more than he initially had. This narrative teaches us that difficult beginnings can be the foundation for an extraordinary outcome when God is at work.

Small beginnings teach humility, patience, and reliance on God. Just as a seed must first be buried and hidden in the earth before sprouting and growing into a tree, so too must we sometimes navigate seasons where progress isn’t immediately visible. However, when nurtured with faith and perseverance, what starts as a tiny seed of hope can flourish into a bountiful harvest.

Remember, God authors your story. The chapters may begin with humble pages, but with Him, the conclusion will overflow with blessings and fulfillment.

Key Points:

1. Embrace your season – understand that beginnings are often small but necessary for growth.
2. Stay faithful – keep sowing into your dreams, faith, and purpose. Be diligent with what you have now, knowing God sees your efforts and will bring increase.

Hold onto hope – don’t be discouraged by slow progress.

Prayer Points:

Thank God for His promise that even if your beginning is small, your latter end will greatly increase. Also, ask God to help you trust Him in every season, knowing He is faithful to bring growth and blessings in His perfect timing.