Let’s continue from yesterday’s blog, where we began discussing how to not only build but also nurture the kingdom visions God has entrusted to us. I shared four points in that post, and today, I’ll be adding four more. I pray these words continue to inspire and empower you as you pursue His purpose.
I’ve come to understand that whether you’re building an organisation, a ministry (which I’m still learning about), or even a business you must pray. Prayer isn’t optional for the believer; it’s essential. Scripture says, “Men ought always to pray and not faint” that’s not a suggestion, it’s a divine instruction.
One of the issues I’ve noticed is that many people are quick to send out prayer requests, but they don’t pray themselves. They rely on others to stand in the gap while they remain silent. But here’s the truth: what if the person you sent that prayer request to forgets? What if they get busy? Will you let your destiny hang in the balance because you refused to open your mouth and declare life over what you’re building?
You need to pray over your work. Pray into the future. Speak things like, “Lord, even next year shall be good,” because the words you release in prayer are prophetic bricks. Without prayer, even the strongest-looking structure will start to fall apart. The winds will come, and without that spiritual foundation, the whole thing may be blown away.In this kingdom, I don’t know of anything that has truly lasted without prayer.
Number Six: Get Knowledge.
We’re living in a time where some people see a book and immediately switch off. The moment reading is involved, they choose ignorance and that’s a dangerous mindset. Learning should never stop. Every day we’re picking up new information some of it foolish, if we’re honest so why not intentionally learn the things that will shape and prepare you for what God is calling you to build?
How can you expect to build something well when you know nothing about it? Imagine hiring a construction company to build your house, and when they arrive they say, “We don’t actually know how to build… we didn’t study for this, but trust us, let’s all hope for a good outcome.” Would you proceed? Of course not. Why? Because you’re investing too much to let your vision fall into the hands of the unqualified.
It’s the same with your kingdom assignment. You must invest in knowledge. Study the Word. Learn from others. Enroll in courses. Read books. I’ve finished certain courses, yet I keep going back to learn more because I understand that a strong structure requires a well-informed mind. Empty heads don’t build lasting things. And that’s not an insult it’s a reality. No one wants to build with or under someone who doesn’t know what they’re doing. If you have to go back to school, do it. Get the knowledge you need to build well.
The same hours you spend endlessly scrolling on your phone you could be using just two of those to complete an online course. There are 2-hour courses out there packed with wisdom and strategy that could sharpen your vision. Even in the Bible, there are short books you can study deeply in a short amount of time books that carry life-changing revelation. We have to be honest: no one will take a vision seriously if it’s fuelled by nothing but excitement and enthusiasm, yet completely lacking in information. Passion without knowledge is a shaky foundation. People invest in prepared visionaries those who’ve taken time to learn, study, and grow. Don’t just be fired up… be equipped.
Number Seven: Choose Your Companions Wisely.
I honestly can’t stress this enough, your own companions can destroy what you’re trying to build. I’ve seen it happen. Marriages have crumbled simply because one spouse started listening to the wrong friends and stopped co-building their home. Some friendships were meant to stay in primary school, high school, or wherever you left them and that’s okay.
You don’t need to feel guilty for separating from people who can’t walk with you into your next. You’re about to birth and build something so you need people who not only believe in you but are also willing to support you if and when the need arises.
Some of you are wondering why your building isn’t progressing, yet a hidden hand in your circle keeps pulling out bricks. So you think you’re moving at a great speed only to be back to square one. A hand is removing bricks. Someone close to you is quietly discouraging others from supporting your vision. Saying things like, “I told her this was impossible, but she insists , let’s just watch her fail.” And then you defend them with, “But we’ve been friends for 21 years!”
Listen: Years of friendship don’t prove the quality of friendship. Stop hanging around people who discourage, belittle, or sabotage your dreams. You do not need them in your building process. Choose wisely, your destiny depends on it. Many people discouraged us from continuing with MPG. Some even thought it would come to nothing but we are still here because we decided to step away. And if you want to be sure who is really for you? Ask God. Pray the dangerous prayer, He answers those quickly.
I don’t want to overload you with too much information so let’s pause here for today. We’ll continue tomorrow. I truly hope you’re learning something valuable and that you’ll take these lessons and apply them to your own journey. I love you, and I genuinely can’t wait to see what you’re building. Keep going, and keep growing! 🌸