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Producing Results More Than Your Fathers
Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 26, 2025 (message contributor)
Summary: God’s desire is for every generation to go further, shine brighter, and accomplish more than the previous one. He is not a God of stagnation or regression but of progression and generational increase.
PRODUCING RESULTS MORE THAN YOUR FATHERS
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Deuteronomy 1:10-11
"The Lord your God hath multiplied you, and, behold, ye are this day as the stars of heaven for multitude. (The Lord God of your fathers make you a thousand times so many more as ye are, and bless you, as he hath promised you!)
Supporting Texts: John 14:12, Genesis 26:13, Psalm 115:14, 2 Corinthians 3:9–11, Haggai 2:9
INTRODUCTION:
God’s desire is for every generation to go further, shine brighter, and accomplish more than the previous one. He is not a God of stagnation or regression but of progression and generational increase. In Deuteronomy 1:10-11, Moses acknowledges the great multiplication God has done for Israel, yet he prophetically declares an even greater blessing — that they become a thousand times more. This is divine permission to outdo your fathers.
Every believer stands on the shoulders of those who have gone ahead, but God expects us to rise higher and achieve greater. The limitations and ceilings of the past generations must become the foundations upon which we build. Jesus Himself said in John 14:12 that we will do greater works. This is not arrogance; it is divine prophecy waiting for activation.
You are ordained to produce results that surpass the testimonies of your fathers. If they reached ten, you must reach a hundred. If they broke barriers, you must set new standards. This is your season to manifest divine increase, not just in numbers, but in impact, relevance, excellence, and lasting fruitfulness.
1. GOD’S COVENANT IS A PROGRESSIVE COVENANT
God’s blessings are generational, but designed to increase with each generation.
a) God Does Not Diminish with Time
His power remains fresh and abundant across generations (Psalm 100:5).
b) Every Covenant Has a Multiplication Clause
He promised Abraham increase, and confirmed it to his seed (Genesis 17:2).
c) God Celebrates Generational Advancement
He is glorified when children exceed their fathers (Proverbs 4:18).
d) Progress is a Sign of Covenant Alignment
Lack of increase suggests something is out of order (Isaiah 51:2).
Biblical Example: Isaac produced greater results than Abraham (Genesis 26:12–14).
2. DIVINE BLESSING ENABLES SUPERNATURAL RESULTS
When God blesses, the outcome surpasses natural expectations.
a) Blessing Turns Effort into Overflow
The blessing multiplies what your hand touches (Deuteronomy 28:8).
b) Blessing Breaks Generational Barriers
What stopped your fathers can’t stop you (Isaiah 10:27).
c) God’s Blessing Releases Creative Ability
It empowers you for innovation and dominion (Exodus 31:3–5).
d) Blessing Attracts Help and Favour
Men and angels respond to those who carry the blessing (Psalm 102:13).
Biblical Example: Joseph rose beyond Jacob’s influence in Egypt (Genesis 41:39–44).
3. GREATER WORKS ARE A DIVINE MANDATE
Jesus declared it; we must walk in it.
a) Jesus Set the Benchmark
His works are the foundation, not the limit (John 14:12).
b) The Holy Spirit is Our Advantage
The Spirit empowers us for extraordinary results (Acts 1:8).
c) God Wants His Glory Multiplied Through Us
He takes delight in the fruitfulness of His children (John 15:8).
d) The Greater Work Includes Influence and Impact
Reaching nations, systems, and generations (Matthew 28:19–20).
Biblical Example: The early Church surpassed even the earthly ministry of Christ in global spread (Acts 2:41–47).
4. CARRYING A MULTIGENERATIONAL VISION
God blesses those who think beyond themselves.
a) Legacy is Built by Visionaries
Don’t just survive; lay foundations for generations (Proverbs 13:22).
b) Be a Bridge, Not a Barrier
Let your children begin where you stopped (Deuteronomy 6:6–9).
c) Multiply the Mantles, Don’t Bury Them
Pass on grace, wisdom, and opportunities (2 Timothy 2:2).
d) Mentor Others for Greater Results
Elijah raised Elisha to do double (2 Kings 2:9–10).
Biblical Example: David prepared Solomon to exceed him in temple construction (1 Chronicles 22:5).
5. FAITH FOR GREATER RESULTS
You must believe God for more to experience more.
a) Faith Sees Beyond Current Limits
It calls forth what hasn’t yet been seen (Hebrews 11:1).
b) Faith Turns Promises into Reality
The promise to be a thousand times more needs faith (Deuteronomy 1:11).
c) Faith Refuses to Settle Too Early
It always presses for more of God’s best (Philippians 3:13–14).
d) Faith Works Through Persistent Action
Keep sowing, building, and pushing (James 2:17).
Biblical Example: Jabez believed and asked for more—and got it (1 Chronicles 4:9–10).
CONCLUSION:
You are not ordained to repeat history but to rewrite it with better results. What your fathers started, you must complete. What they dreamt of, you must walk in. Let no fear, limitation, or tradition stop you from stepping into your divine inheritance of exceeding greatness.
This is your season to be fruitful, to multiply, and to break records by the help of God. Don’t look back. Don’t settle. Don’t compare. Go forward and produce results that will bring glory to God and honour to your lineage.
