Embracing Greatness Through Small Acts of Faith

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Day 1: The Power of Small Acts of Faith

In God's kingdom, even the smallest acts of faith and obedience can lead to significant outcomes. This is beautifully illustrated in the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000 with just five loaves and two fish, showing that multiplication miracles happen when we present our resources to God, even if they seem insignificant ([12:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lpIE97tzbA&t=750s)).

Zechariah 4:10 - "Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin..."

Reflection: Reflect on a small act of faith you can take today. How can you present your resources, no matter how small, to God?

Day 2: The Importance of Obedience and Faith

Obedience and faith are crucial in experiencing miracles and blessings. The story of Naaman, who almost missed his miracle because he was offended by the prophet's simple instruction, underscores this point ([22:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lpIE97tzbA&t=1335s)).

1 Samuel 15:22 - "Does the Lord delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obeying the Lord? To obey is better than sacrifice..."

Reflection: Is there an area in your life where you are resisting obedience to God? How can you surrender and trust Him in this area?

Day 3: Celebrating Small Acts of Kindness

Recognizing and celebrating the small acts of kindness and faithfulness in our lives is important. These seemingly insignificant actions, such as helping a neighbor or showing compassion to others, can have a profound impact ([34:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lpIE97tzbA&t=2040s)).

Proverbs 19:17 - "Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done."

Reflection: Who in your life could use a small act of kindness today? How can you show them God's love?

Day 4: Kindness Leads to Greatness

Kindness can lead to greatness. Jesus's teaching in Matthew 25, where He emphasizes the significance of acts of kindness and compassion, supports this. Sometimes, the act of being present and showing kindness is a representation of greatness in the eyes of God ([45:50](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lpIE97tzbA&t=2735s)).

Colossians 3:12 - "Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience."

Reflection: How can you demonstrate kindness in a situation where it might not be the expected response?

Day 5: Small Acts Release Great Things

Small acts can release great things. This is illustrated by the story of a young man who, after his parents engaged in an act of worship in his room, expressed a desire to go on a 21-day fast and eventually became a youth pastor. This story reminds us not to despise the day of small beginnings ([57:20](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lpIE97tzbA&t=3425s)).

Ecclesiastes 11:6 - "Sow your seed in the morning, and at evening let your hands not be idle, for you do not know which will succeed, whether this or that, or whether both will do equally well."

Reflection: What small act can you do today that might have a significant impact in the future?

Sermon Summary

The sermon focuses on the concept of greatness in God's kingdom, emphasizing the importance of small acts of faith, obedience, and kindness. The pastor uses Luke 19:17 as a reference, which states that those who are faithful in small matters will be entrusted with greater responsibilities. He shares personal anecdotes and biblical stories to illustrate how small acts can lead to significant outcomes in God's kingdom. For instance, he recounts the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000 with just five loaves and two fish, emphasizing that multiplication miracles happen when we present our resources to God, even if they seem insignificant.

The pastor also shares personal experiences of witnessing miracles and healings around the world, attributing these to God's doing and not his own. He highlights the story of Naaman, a man with leprosy who almost missed his miracle because he was offended by the prophet's simple instruction to wash in a dirty river seven times. This story underscores the importance of obedience and faith in experiencing miracles and blessings. The pastor also shares a personal story about his middle son who was becoming distant from his faith. After the pastor and his wife engaged in an act of worship in their son's room, their son expressed a desire to go on a 21-day fast and eventually became a youth pastor at their church.

The pastor emphasizes the importance of recognizing and celebrating the small acts of kindness and faithfulness in our lives. He encourages the congregation not to overlook the significance of seemingly insignificant actions, such as helping a neighbor or showing compassion to others. He also highlights the supernatural power of love, kindness, and generosity, stating that these qualities are demonstrations of the greatness of God's kingdom. The pastor concludes by affirming that the Lord and the congregation celebrate the greatness of each individual, even in the midst of challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic.

The pastor also discusses the importance of kindness and how it can lead to greatness. He references Jesus's teaching in Matthew 25, where Jesus emphasizes the significance of acts of kindness and compassion. The pastor shares a personal reflection on the power of sitting with someone who is sick, rather than just focusing on miraculous healing. He encourages those who may feel defeated in their pursuit of breakthroughs for others, reminding them that sometimes the act of being present and showing kindness is a representation of greatness in the eyes of God.

Key Takeaways

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"Small Things equate to big things great things and one of the reasons we miss the Supernatural is because we miss the small things."

"Don't miss the great things because they look like small things because the small things you've been faithful in a very few things I'll make you ruler over cities."

"It's interesting what can be the Catalyst for some of the greatest moments in history... The Tipping points are not always like these great great things sometimes they are these moments of incredible courage incredible faith maybe moments of incredible kindness and patience and compassion and service."

"Sometimes what we think is small in the kingdom of God, the Lord sees as great."

"Awaken us to both ends of the spectrum, to small acts of faith and obedience that lead to incredible supernatural stories and testimonies, but also to small acts of faithfulness, kindness, love, and generosity."

"What if your multiplication is waiting for you to quit calling your little some nothing and do something with it, get it into the realm of Faith because it's the Small Things."

"It's the small things that are the great things, and your sacrifice of kindness and of patience and of generosity are every bit as Supernatural as the testimonies I've been sharing up here."

"Just be there, just show the love, just share the love. That's Supernatural, that's the real deal, that's the little thing that's a great thing in the kingdom of God."

"Greatness doesn't usually start with great things, it usually starts with small things."

"Sometimes your follow-through is not about some great thing, sometimes it's about some little thing. Small things can be the key to ruling cities, small things can be the key to opening up great miracles."

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