NO MORE STORY BUT RESULT
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Luke 5:1-7
Key Verse: “And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake.” (Luke 5:6)
Supporting Texts: John 2:1-11; 1 Samuel 2:3; Isaiah 60:22; Habakkuk 2:3; Psalm 126:1-3
INTRODUCTION:
Many believers have stories of delay, disappointment, and unfulfilled expectations. Like Peter, they have toiled all night and caught nothing. Yet, when Jesus steps into a situation, the story changes, suddenly, failure becomes fruitfulness, and emptiness becomes abundance.
God is not pleased when His people remain in cycles of struggle without results. He desires that our lives manifest tangible evidence of His grace and power. Our testimonies are meant to draw men to Christ, not just through words but through visible transformation.
This is your season of no more story but result! The same God who turned Peter’s frustration into a net-breaking miracle will turn your labour into laughter. Obedience to His word and alignment with His will are the keys that unlock supernatural results.
1. WHEN JESUS ENTERS YOUR SITUATION, STRUGGLE ENDS
When Christ steps into a life, business, or ministry, His presence turns emptiness into abundance.
a) Jesus Changes Every Hopeless Situation (Luke 5:3-4)
The same boat that once produced nothing became the centre of miracles when Jesus entered.
b) Divine Presence Makes the Difference (Exodus 33:14)
No matter the struggle, one encounter with His presence changes everything.
c) Jesus Turns Labour into Harvest (Psalm 126:5-6)
What used to bring pain begins to yield joy when Jesus takes over.
d) Divine Involvement Produces Visible Results (John 15:5)
Without Christ, efforts fail; with Him, results overflow.
Biblical Example: The wedding at Cana — when Jesus stepped in, shame turned into celebration (John 2:1-11).
2. OBEDIENCE TO DIVINE INSTRUCTION BRINGS SUPERNATURAL RESULTS
Obedience is the bridge between revelation and manifestation. When Peter obeyed, his results changed instantly.
a) Obedience is the Master Key to Breakthrough (Deuteronomy 28:1-2)
God’s blessings follow those who obey His voice promptly.
b) Instructions May Sound Foolish but Carry Power (1 Corinthians 1:25)
Divine instructions are often simple, but their obedience brings great rewards.
c) Obedience Breaks the Power of Past Failures (Isaiah 1:19)
Peter’s past failure did not stop his miracle once he obeyed.
d) Delayed Obedience Delays Results (James 1:22-25)
Only those who act on God’s Word see the manifestation of His promises.
Biblical Example: Naaman received healing only after obeying the prophet’s instruction to dip seven times in Jordan (2 Kings 5:10-14).
3. FAITH TURNS STORIES INTO TESTIMONIES
Faith converts divine promises into tangible evidence. Without faith, one remains with stories but no results.
a) Faith Sees Possibility Where Others See Failure (Mark 9:23)
To the natural eye, Peter’s effort was wasted, but faith said, “Nevertheless, at Thy word.”
b) Faith Connects You to Divine Power (Hebrews 11:6)
God is pleased to manifest when His children believe His Word.
c) Faith Cancels Past Disappointments (Romans 4:20-21)
Abraham staggered not at the promise; faith birthed results.
d) Faith Turns Delay into Quick Performance (Luke 1:45)
When faith speaks, promises are fulfilled without further delay.
Biblical Example: The woman with the issue of blood received instant healing by faith (Mark 5:25-34).
4. RESULTS COME WHEN YOU PARTNER WITH GOD IN ACTION
Results don’t come from mere desire; they come when faith is backed with purposeful action.
a) God Blesses Effort Directed by His Word (Proverbs 16:3)
Commit your plans to the Lord, and He will establish them.
b) Action is the Proof of Faith (James 2:17)
Faith without works remains an empty confession.
c) Diligence Attracts Divine Favour (Proverbs 22:29)
Hard work under divine instruction produces outstanding results.
d) You Must Do What God Says, Not What You Feel (John 2:5)
The secret to miraculous results is total obedience to divine direction.
Biblical Example: Joshua saw the walls of Jericho fall when he acted in obedience to divine instruction (Joshua 6:2-5, 20).
CONCLUSION:
God is raising you from the realm of empty stories to undeniable results. It is time for your “nevertheless moment”, when you obey God despite past failures and see supernatural success. When your efforts are aligned with divine direction, your story will change permanently.
No more explanations without evidence; no more expectations without manifestation. The same God who changed Peter’s story will change yours. This is your season of result-producing grace, no more story but result!
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, thank You for the power that turns stories into testimonies.
2. Lord, step into my situation and end every season of fruitless labour.
3. Every area of repeated failure in my life, receive divine turnaround.
4. Lord, give me the grace to obey Your Word without hesitation.
5. Father, silence every voice of doubt hindering my breakthrough.
6. Let every power delaying my result be broken by fire in Jesus’ name.
7. Lord, connect my faith to divine instruction that produces results.
8. I declare open doors and visible results in every area of my life.
9. Lord, bless the work of my hands and make me a testimony of Your faithfulness.
10. Father, let this be my season of no more story but result!
