Revival in the Marketplace

Senior Pastor Evan Carmichael

Arise Church, Hilo
 

Scripture

LUKE 16:10 (NLT)

If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. But if you are dishonest in little things, you won’t be honest with greater responsibilities. 

Observation

Little things matter even more than the big things in our lives. A successful “big thing” is built on a foundation of many “little things.” Give as much if not even more attention to the little habits that will set you up for lasting success in life.

Application

We were recently reorganizing our office space for the church. We moved into a warehouse, and in the process of it, everything got crammed into the new space. It was overwhelming to see. I didn’t even know where to start. I stared at everything for a moment, and finally told myself to pick up something and get started. Even if it was just a little box, I realized that every little thing moved was getting me a step closer to accomplishing my goal. So many people have big dreams. That’s where it starts. But if you only live with the big dream, you will never get anywhere. Start somewhere. You have to take the first step. If your goal is to have a million dollars in the bank, fantastic! But guess what? Before the million, you have to earn the first hundred. Don’t discount the little habits and disciplines needed to get you to your goal. Sometimes the most giant steps are the tiniest ones.

Prayer 

Jesus, help us remember that the “big” is just as important as the “little.” Let faithfulness be a hallmark in my life, family, and business. Let every minute spent at work and every dollar earned and invested reflect my love and devotion to You. Everything I have is because of You and belongs to You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen!

Reflection

What is one thing you can do today to help bring about revival in the marketplace?