TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
The Divine Mandate to Flourish in Every Season
Author: Pastor Chris Oyakhilome DSc DSc DD
MESSAGE: CONSISTENT FRUITFULNESS AND PRODUCTIVITY
In a world that often measures success by fleeting trends and temporary gains, the Kingdom of God presents a different standard: consistent fruitfulness and productivity. God’s desire for every one of His children is to be fruitful in every area of their life, not just in good seasons but perpetually. You were not created to simply exist; you were born again to make a lasting impact and to bear fruit that remains. This is a core truth of your new identity in Christ.
The Apostle Paul’s prayer for the Colossian believers serves as our foundational text: “That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God” (Colossians 1:10). This verse establishes a direct link between walking worthy of the Lord and a life of continuous productivity. It is a divine mandate to flourish.
1. The Divine Calling: From Chosen to Fruitful
John 15:8, 16
Jesus Himself made it clear that fruitfulness is a central part of our purpose. In John 15, He speaks of Himself as the true vine and believers as the branches. His words are a direct, personal call to a productive life.
John 15:16 (KJV): “Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain…” This powerful statement reveals that your fruitfulness is not an option; it is a divine ordination. The word “ordained” implies a specific, deliberate appointment for a purpose. You were chosen and set apart to produce results that have a lasting impact.
John 15:8 (KJV): “Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples.” Bearing fruit is the ultimate form of worship and a clear sign of discipleship. It brings glory to God because it proves the life of the Son is alive and active in you.
This fruitfulness extends far beyond spiritual matters. It encompasses every good work, including soul winning, your career, your relationships, and your service in God’s house. You are a seed of Abraham, and just as God promised to bless Abraham and make him fruitful, you too have been empowered to live a result-producing life.
2. The Secret to Productivity: Christ in You
The key to a consistently productive life is walking in the consciousness of your divine nature. You don’t have to struggle to be fruitful; the life of God in you naturally produces excellence, wisdom, and increase.
Colossians 1:27 (KJV): “To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” The indwelling presence of Christ is the source of all your productivity. It is this divine life that causes your ideas to prosper and your efforts to yield a lasting impact.
The Example of Joseph: The life of Joseph is a profound case study of this truth. Genesis 39:2-5 tells us, “And the Lord was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man…And his master saw that the Lord was with him, and that the Lord made all that he did to prosper in his hand…the Lord blessed the Egyptian’s house for Joseph’s sake; and the blessing of the Lord was upon all that he had in the house, and in the field.” Joseph didn’t get a promotion because of his formal education or political connections. He succeeded because the Lord was with him. His productivity was a direct result of the divine presence in his life. Even in tough times, like being a slave or in prison, he flourished, because he was connected to a higher power. This is the advantage of the believer—you play by a different set of rules.
3. The Catalyst for Growth: Increasing in Knowledge
While Christ’s presence is the source, increasing in the knowledge of God is the catalyst for growth and greater productivity. The more you know Him, the more effective you become.
Colossians 1:10 (KJV): The verse ties being “fruitful in every good work” directly to “increasing in the knowledge of God.” This is not a coincidence. Spiritual growth fuels practical productivity. The more you understand who God is and who you are in Him, the more you will operate from a place of wisdom, confidence, and power.
The Principle of Meditation: Psalm 1:3 beautifully illustrates this. It describes a person who meditates on God’s Word day and night as a tree planted by the rivers of water. The result is a life of consistent fruitfulness: “that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.” The image of the “unwithered leaf” signifies a life that remains vibrant and productive even in dry or difficult seasons. This is the difference between a life of fleeting success and a life of lasting impact.
Conclusion
Your identity as a child of God comes with a divine mandate for consistent fruitfulness and productivity. This is not something you have to earn or struggle for; it is the natural outcome of the divine life within you. By living in the consciousness of Christ in you and by continuously feeding on and meditating on God’s Word, you will unlock a higher realm of excellence and productivity. Your life will become a testimony of God’s grace, and you will fulfill your purpose to bring glory to Him by bearing much fruit that remains.
PRAYER
Righteous Father, I thank you for making me fruitful and productive in every good work and to walk in divine wisdom and excellence. Your Spirit is at work in me, causing me not only to desire your divine will but also to carry it out. My life is a testimony of your grace, love, and mercy, and I increase in knowledge and abound in wisdom as I fulfill your purpose for my life, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY
- Colossians 1:9-10
- John 15:16
- Psalm 1:1-3 AMPC
- 1 Year Bible Reading Plan: Ephesians 1:1-14 & Isaiah 11-12
- 2 Year Bible Reading Plan: Luke 24:28-39 & 2 Samuel 19-20
