June 17: Preparation Precedes Speed
In navigating the swift currents of life, one might believe that speed alone determines advancement. Yet, the Kingdom of God often flips this notion, where haste without foundation leads to collapse. Isaiah 60:22 reveals a divine truth: “The least one shall become a clan, and the smallest one a mighty nation; I am the Lord; in its time I will hasten it.” God’s promise to rapidly manifest growth is contingent upon the groundwork we lay in His presence. Kingdom living necessitates preparation as a prerequisite to divine acceleration.Worldly thinking glorifies the sprinter, but the marathoner, conditioned and prepared, reaches beyond. God’s blessings and growth are not mere outcomes of our desires but are often the fruition of disciplined readiness. Abraham’s journey to father many nations required years of molding and preparation. Similarly, Joseph’s rise to power in Egypt was cultivated through trials and humble service. These narratives remind us that God’s scale requires structures ready to bear His swift increases.
As God positions us for multiplication, He crafts our inner worlds to sustain the blessing. Kingdom growth emphasizes dependence on God’s timing rather than our urgency. Let us focus on developing spiritual disciplines, nurturing faith, and building character, so when God calls us forth, we are fortified to sustain the growth He swiftly brings.
# Biblical Points:
1. Divine Timing:
“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1 (ESV)
God’s timing aligns with preparation. We must trust His season of waiting as a period of essential preparation for future endeavors.2. Prepared Foundation:
“By wisdom, a house is built, and by understanding, it is established.” — Proverbs 24:3 (ESV)
True readiness for God’s work lies in our foundation. Wisdom and understanding ensure our growth leads to lasting fulfillment.3. Growth in Hiddenness:
“The kingdom of heaven is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field.” — Matthew 13:31 (ESV)
Before the explosion of growth, there’s a period where the seed lies hidden. Trust God’s unseen work in your life as preparation for the visible.4. Faithful in Small Things:
“One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much.” — Luke 16:10 (ESV)
Our faithfulness in small tasks prepares us for greater responsibilities in God’s Kingdom.5. Trials as Preparation:
“And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance.” — Romans 5:2-3 (ESV)
Trials prepare us for the rapid blessings God promises, strengthening our capacity to handle them.# Discussion Questions:
1. Why is it crucial to prioritize preparation over speed in your spiritual journey?
2. What areas of your life might God be preparing you for a future acceleration?
3. How can you build a stronger foundation of faith and character in your current season of waiting?# Memory Verse:
“The least one shall become a clan, and the smallest one a mighty nation; I am the Lord; in its time I will hasten it.” — Isaiah 60:22 (ESV)# Closing Encouragement:
As you grow in understanding God’s principles of scale, remember that preparation is often hidden, yet intrinsically vital. Embrace this time as God shapes you, bearing the weight of future blessings. Greatness in His Kingdom flows through humility and service, and as you depend on Him, your readiness will align with His swift increase. Hold fast the eternal perspective; God’s promises will manifest in His perfect time, far exceeding what you can imagine.- 0 Replies
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