My Favorite Equation

Read Isaiah 6:8 and Matthew 14:22-33.

I’ve responded to God with, “Here I am, send me.” As a new field worker, I have a lot to learn, and today I wanted to share a few of the lessons God is writing on my heart as I begin my ministry abroad.

• When you hear the Holy Spirit speak clearly, it’s best to obey—quickly and completely.
• Step out in faith. We need to get out of the boat and walk!
• God gladly takes and uses small portions of obedience when we step out in faith.
• God multiplies our faith and obedience for His glory and purpose.
• God is the author of multiplying and exponentially growing what He desires—including the timeline and how it happens.
• His math may not make sense to us, but it adds up every time.

Another way to look at these truths is picturing God as the composer, musician, and orchestra director of life. I’m learning that when I am willing to be His instrument—no matter how finely or roughly tuned—something marvelous will happen. I have no idea where God is taking me, but each day I take another step away from the boat.

When the whole Church jumps into God’s equation of multiplication, we can expect a concert for the ages with eternal results. His will is always played out, and we’re so blessed to play a small part in His plans.

Father, we’re thankful that Your plans prevail and that You use the smallest measure of faith and obedience for Your glory. Amen.