A Year You Will Not Labour In Vain Series

A YEAR YOU WILL NOT LABOUR IN VAIN

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Isaiah 65:23

Key Verse: “They shall not labour in vain, nor bring forth for trouble; for they are the seed of the blessed of the Lord, and their offspring with them.” (Isaiah 65:23)

Supporting Texts: Psalm 126:5-6; Galatians 6:9; Proverbs 10:22; Ecclesiastes 3:13; 1 Corinthians 15:58

INTRODUCTION

The coming year presents new opportunities, assignments, and challenges. Many believers work hard but fail to see tangible results, leaving them frustrated and weary. God, however, promises a year where your labor will not be in vain. Every effort invested in alignment with His will shall produce abundant fruit.

Isaiah 65:23 reassures us that God blesses His people in ways that make their labour meaningful and productive. When we dedicate our work, plans, and service to Him, we position ourselves for supernatural multiplication, success, and testimony.

This message will guide you to align your labor with God’s purpose, work under His guidance, and ensure that every effort you invest this year yields lasting results for His glory.

1. LABOUR UNDER GOD’S GUIDANCE

Success begins when your work aligns with divine direction rather than personal ambition.

a) SUBMIT YOUR PLANS TO GOD – Commit your work to Him, and He will establish it (Proverbs 16:3). Divine alignment ensures productivity.

b) WORK IN ACCORDANCE WITH SCRIPTURE – Labour that honors God always produces fruit (Colossians 3:23-24). Obedience guarantees reward.

c) FOLLOW GOD’S TIMING – God orchestrates when and how efforts bear fruit (Ecclesiastes 3:1). Patience prevents frustration.

d) PRAY OVER EVERY PROJECT – Seeking God’s guidance ensures your labor fulfills His purpose (James 1:5). Prayer maximizes results.

Biblical Example: Joseph’s labour in Potiphar’s house, prison, and Pharaoh’s palace aligned with God’s plan, resulting in promotion and provision for many (Genesis 39–41).

2. MAINTAIN FAITHFULNESS IN SMALL AND LARGE ASSIGNMENTS

Consistent effort, even in small tasks, prepares the way for greater results.

a) VALUE EVERY TASK – God honors faithfulness regardless of task size (Luke 16:10). Small assignments build trust.

b) PERSEVERE THROUGH CHALLENGES – Consistency overcomes delay and opposition (Galatians 6:9). Perseverance leads to reward.

c) BE DILIGENT AND EXCELLENT – Excellence attracts divine favour (Proverbs 22:29). Diligence ensures recognition.

d) TRUST GOD TO MULTIPLY YOUR EFFORTS – He turns limited input into abundant results (Psalm 126:5-6). Faith enables multiplication.

Biblical Example: Ruth’s faithful labor in Naomi’s fields led to provision, marriage, and her inclusion in the lineage of Christ (Ruth 2:1-23; 4:13-17).

3. WORK WITH A HEART OF SERVICE AND OBEDIENCE

God multiplies labour that is done in obedience, for His glory, and in service to others.

a) LABOUR TO BLESS OTHERS – God rewards efforts aimed at helping and serving (Proverbs 11:25). Service attracts blessing.

b) MAINTAIN INTEGRITY IN WORK – God’s favour accompanies honesty and righteousness (Proverbs 10:9). Integrity ensures lasting results.

c) PRIORITIZE GOD’S KINGDOM – Labour done for God’s purposes never goes unnoticed (Matthew 6:33). Kingdom focus guarantees fruitfulness.

d) REJOICE IN EVERY SUCCESS – Celebrating progress aligns your heart with gratitude (Psalm 118:24). Joy multiplies fulfillment.

Biblical Example: Nehemiah’s faithful service in rebuilding Jerusalem’s walls, despite opposition, led to completion and divine blessing (Nehemiah 6:15-16).

4. EXPECT DIVINE MULTIPLICATION AND FRUITFULNESS

God ensures that faithful labour yields results beyond human expectation.

a) BELIEVE YOUR LABOUR WILL BE BLESSED – Trust God to bring increase (Isaiah 65:23). Expectation activates multiplication.

b) RECEIVE SUPERNATURAL FRUIT – God adds to your labor and multiplies results (John 15:16). Supernatural addition is guaranteed.

c) DECLARE BLESSINGS OVER YOUR EFFORTS – Speaking God’s promises strengthens spiritual authority (Psalm 1:3). Words reinforce results.

d) GLORIFY GOD FOR EVERY OUTCOME – Acknowledgment attracts continued favour (Psalm 115:1). Praise sustains blessing.

Biblical Example: Solomon’s wise labor and stewardship over Israel’s temple and governance brought lasting fruit, wealth, and glory (1 Kings 3:10-14).

CONCLUSION

This year, your labour shall not be in vain. When you align your work with God’s plan, remain faithful, serve with integrity, and trust His multiplication, you position yourself for supernatural fruitfulness.

Expect every effort, prayer, and resource invested in obedience to God to yield results that glorify Him and bring lasting testimony. Enter this year with faith, diligence, and confidence that you will not labour in vain.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Father, I dedicate all my work this year to Your glory and purpose.

2. Lord, bless every effort, plan, and project I engage in this year.

3. I declare that nothing I labour for in obedience to God shall fail.

4. Father, give me wisdom, diligence, and excellence in all I do.

5. Lord, multiply the results of my efforts beyond human expectation.

6. I receive divine favour in every assignment and project this year.

7. Father, protect me from obstacles, opposition, and wasted effort.

8. Lord, let my work bear fruit that lasts and glorifies Your name.

9. I declare progress, promotion, and breakthroughs in all my labor.

10. Father, let this year be marked by testimonies of abundant fruitfulness.