LABOURING WITH RESULTS

LABOURING WITH RESULTS

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 1 Corinthians 15:58
Supporting Texts: Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 6:10, James 2:26, 2 Timothy 2:6

INTRODUCTION
Every believer is called to labour in the Kingdom of God, but it’s not enough to labour aimlessly. God desires that our labour produces results, that our efforts bear fruit. In this sermon, we explore how we can labour in the Lord's vineyard effectively, with the assurance that our work will not be in vain. God rewards our diligent service with abundant results.

1. THE FOUNDATION OF LABOURING WITH RESULTS

a) Labour in the Lord
Labour that is done in the Lord’s strength and with His guidance brings forth results (1 Corinthians 15:58).

b) Labouring with a Purpose
Every believer should labour with a clear purpose—to advance the Kingdom of God and fulfill His will (Ephesians 2:10).

c) The Necessity of Faith
Our labour must be rooted in faith, believing that God will reward us for our efforts (Hebrews 11:6).

d) God’s Promise of Reward
God promises that our labour in His Kingdom will not be in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58).

e) Biblical Example: The Parable of the Talents
The servants who laboured with their talents and invested wisely were rewarded by their master (Matthew 25:14-30).

2. THE CHARACTERISTICS OF EFFECTIVE LABOUR

a) Diligence and Persistence
Labour that yields results requires persistence and consistency, even when it seems like there is no immediate reward (Galatians 6:9).

b) Working with a Joyful Heart
God delights in those who labour joyfully and not begrudgingly (2 Corinthians 9:7).

c) Sacrificial Labour
Effective labour often involves sacrifice—giving of your time, resources, and energy for the work of the Kingdom (Luke 9:23).

d) Serving Others
True labour with results is centred on serving others, not just personal gain (Matthew 20:28).

e) Biblical Example: The Apostle Paul
Paul laboured tirelessly, preaching the Gospel, establishing churches, and encouraging believers, resulting in the spread of Christianity (Acts 20:24-25).

3. THE ROLE OF GOD’S GRACE IN LABOURING WITH RESULTS

a) God’s Grace Empowers Our Labour
Without God’s grace, our labour would be in vain. His grace strengthens and equips us for the work (1 Corinthians 15:10).

b) Labouring in the Power of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit helps us in our labour, guiding us and empowering us for service (Zechariah 4:6).

c) The Fruit of the Spirit in Labour
The Spirit produces fruit in our labour, such as love, joy, peace, and patience, making our work more effective (Galatians 5:22-23).

d) Labouring in Unity
The grace of God enables us to labour together in unity for greater results (Philippians 1:27).

e) Biblical Example: Nehemiah’s Reconstruction of the Wall
Nehemiah relied on God’s grace to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem in record time (Nehemiah 2:18-20).

4. OVERCOMING CHALLENGES IN LABOURING FOR RESULTS

a) Perseverance in the Face of Challenges
Labouring for results requires perseverance through opposition and trials (James 1:12).

b) Maintaining Focus on the Goal
It’s important to keep the ultimate goal in sight—the Kingdom of God—despite temporary setbacks (Philippians 3:13-14).

c) Relying on God’s Timing
The results of our labour may not always come immediately, but we must trust in God’s perfect timing (Ecclesiastes 3:1).

d) Staying Disciplined and Committed
The enemy may try to distract us from our work, but we must stay committed to our calling (1 Corinthians 9:24-27).

e) Biblical Example: Job’s Endurance
Despite facing tremendous suffering, Job’s perseverance in the midst of trials resulted in a greater blessing (Job 42:10).

5. THE FRUIT OF LABOURING WITH RESULTS

a) Personal Growth and Development
Labouring with God’s help leads to personal transformation and spiritual growth (Romans 5:3-4).

b) Kingdom Advancement
Our labour brings about the expansion of God's Kingdom and the salvation of souls (Matthew 9:37-38).

c) Eternal Reward
God promises eternal rewards for those who faithfully labour for Him (Matthew 25:21).

d) Blessings in the Present
Labouring with results leads to blessings in the present—both spiritually and materially (Malachi 3:10).

e) Biblical Example: The Apostle John’s Ministry
John’s labour in spreading the Gospel resulted in the growth of the early church, and he was rewarded with an incredible vision of God’s Kingdom (Revelation 1:9-11).

CONCLUSION
Labouring with results requires dedication, faith, and a heart that is fully surrendered to God. When we labour in His strength, for His glory, and with the right motives, we can be assured that our work will bear lasting fruit. No effort in the Kingdom is ever in vain, and the Lord will reward every act of service done in His name.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, I thank You for the opportunity to labour in Your Kingdom.

2. Lord, help me to labour with purpose and diligence.

3. I receive Your strength and grace to continue labouring for results.

4. Father, let every work of my hands bear fruit for Your glory.

5. I declare that my labour will not be in vain in Jesus’ name.

6. Lord, give me a heart of joy and sacrifice in my labour.

7. Father, empower me by Your Holy Spirit to accomplish all that You’ve called me to do.

8. I declare that every challenge in my labour will turn into a testimony of Your faithfulness.

9. Lord, grant me the grace to stay focused and disciplined in my work.

10. I receive the reward of faithful labour both now and in eternity.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. I declare that your labour in the Lord will produce abundant results.

2. Every effort you put into God’s Kingdom will bear fruit for His glory.

3. You will not grow weary in doing good; your harvest is coming.

4. God’s grace will empower you to work effectively and with great results.

5. Your labour will lead to personal growth and Kingdom advancement.

6. The Lord will reward you for every sacrificial act of service.

7. You will overcome every challenge in your labour and see success.

8. God’s timing will bring forth the results of your hard work.

9. You will experience blessings in the present as a result of your faithful labour.

10. Your labour will bring eternal rewards, and you will rejoice in the fruit of your work.