GOD OF FRUITFULNESS
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Genesis 1:28
Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 7:13-14, John 15:1-8, Psalm 92:12-14, Galatians 5:22-23, Isaiah 54:1-3
INTRODUCTION:
Fruitfulness is the express will and desire of God for His children. From the dawn of creation, God’s command to humanity was to be fruitful. This wasn’t just about childbearing—it was about productivity, multiplication, dominion, and fulfilment in every area of life. A fruitless life is contrary to God's divine agenda for His people.
Fruitfulness is not limited to physical reproduction; it encompasses spiritual growth, ministry impact, financial increase, and generational legacy. God is not glorified when we are stagnant, barren, or unproductive. He desires that we bear fruit and that our fruit remains.
As we explore this theme, we will understand that the God of Fruitfulness empowers His people to overcome every form of barrenness and stagnation, and to flourish in every season of life.
1. GOD IS THE SOURCE OF ALL FRUITFULNESS
Every form of true increase and productivity comes from the Lord.
a) God Commanded Fruitfulness from the Beginning (Genesis 1:28)
The first words God spoke over man were a blessing to be fruitful and multiply.
b) God Blesses the Work of Our Hands (Deuteronomy 28:11-12)
Fruitfulness flows when we walk in obedience and diligence.
c) He Makes the Barren to Rejoice (Psalm 113:9)
God can reverse physical, spiritual, and emotional barrenness.
d) His Presence Guarantees Fruitfulness (Ezekiel 47:9-12)
Wherever the river flows, there is life and abundant fruit.
Biblical Example: Sarah—Though barren for decades, God remembered her and she gave birth in old age (Genesis 21:1-2).
2. SPIRITUAL FRUITFULNESS IS A MARK OF TRUE BELIEVERS
God expects every believer to be productive in their walk with Him.
a) Abiding in Christ Produces Fruit (John 15:5)
Without Him, we can do nothing. With Him, we become fruitful.
b) The Fruit of the Spirit is a Sign of Spiritual Maturity (Galatians 5:22-23)
Love, joy, peace, and the rest are visible signs of God at work in us.
c) God Desires Fruit That Remains (John 15:16)
Our lives must leave lasting impact and results for eternity.
d) Unfruitfulness Brings Divine Concern (Luke 13:6-9)
God expects growth and will take action when there is no progress.
Biblical Example: The early church—They were filled with the Spirit and bore fruit daily as thousands were added (Acts 2:41-47).
3. FRUITFULNESS COMES THROUGH OBEDIENCE AND FAITHFULNESS
Fruitfulness is not automatic; it is triggered by alignment with divine principles.
a) Obedience Unlocks Blessings (Deuteronomy 7:13-14)
Those who keep God’s commandments enjoy the blessing of increase.
b) Faithfulness in Little Leads to Greater Fruit (Luke 16:10)
Consistent stewardship over small things brings expansion.
c) Holiness Attracts Fruitfulness (Psalm 1:1-3)
The righteous are like trees planted by the rivers, ever fruitful.
d) Fruitfulness Involves Sacrifice and Diligence (Proverbs 12:11)
Laziness leads to barrenness, but diligence leads to abundance.
Biblical Example: Isaac—He sowed in the land and reaped a hundredfold because God was with him (Genesis 26:12-14).
4. GOD RESTORES FRUITLESS SEASONS
There is hope for those who have experienced delay or barrenness.
a) God Can Restore the Years Lost (Joel 2:25)
Even after wasted time, God can bring supernatural acceleration.
b) Your Dry Season Will Turn to Fruitfulness (Isaiah 35:1-2)
The wilderness will bloom and rejoice when God visits it.
c) Praise and Worship Precede Fruitfulness (Isaiah 54:1)
Sing, O barren! Praise opens the womb of the spirit and destiny.
d) Expectation and Faith Birth Miracles (Romans 4:20-21)
Abraham believed even when everything seemed hopeless.
Biblical Example: Hannah—Though mocked and barren, her cry to God opened her womb and she birthed Samuel (1 Samuel 1:10-20).
CONCLUSION:
The God of Fruitfulness is still active today. He is looking for people to bless, families to multiply, ministries to expand, and destinies to blossom. No matter how long you’ve waited, no matter the dry seasons you’ve experienced, fruitfulness is your portion in Christ.
Stay connected to the Vine. Keep sowing in faith. Remain obedient to God’s Word. Your fruitfulness will manifest in due season, and your life will testify that God indeed makes all things fruitful in His time.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. O Lord, let every area of barrenness in my life be turned to fruitfulness.
2. Father, make me spiritually and physically fruitful in this season.
3. Every curse of delay and stagnation, be broken in the name of Jesus.
4. I receive grace to abide in Christ and bear lasting fruit.
5. Lord, restore every year and opportunity I have lost—make me fruitful again.
