By Pastor Kolawole Amigun
Rooted Together Devotional | October Series: Called, Not Just Hired
When Obedience Outweighs Visibility
In a world obsessed with going viral, God is looking for those who go deep.
Jesus said,
“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!” -Matthew 25:21 (NIV)
Faithfulness isn’t glamorous, but it’s glorious.
It’s showing up when it’s hard.
It’s doing the right thing when no one claps.
It’s staying when it would be easier to leave.
God Rewards Faithfulness, Not Fame
God doesn’t measure success by visibility, He measures it by obedience.
He sees the quiet sacrifices, the hidden diligence, the consistent yes.
When you’re faithful with little, He trusts you with more.
And when you steward small things with care, you’re preparing for greater things with character.
Faithfulness builds legacy.
It cultivates trust.
It reflects the heart of a God who never gives up.
So today:
Don’t chase applause, chase alignment.
Don’t seek spotlight, seek stewardship.
Heaven sees what others overlook.
And one day, you’ll hear the words that matter most:
“Well done.”
Action Step
• Write down one area where you’ve been faithful.
• Celebrate it. God does.
Today's Prayer
Father, help me to be faithful in what You’ve given me.
Let me steward well, even when no one sees.
Teach me to value obedience over recognition.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
A Word of Encouragement
Beloved, you are not just consistent, you are covenantal.
You are not just loyal, you are legacy-building.
You are not just showing up, you are sowing deep.
• Your hidden yes is echoing in heaven.
• Your quiet obedience is louder than any platform.
• Your faithfulness is forming foundations for generations.
You are not chasing fame, you are cultivating favor.
You are not overlooked, you are being entrusted.
You are not forgotten, you are being fortified.
You are a faithful servant in a flashy world.
You are a keeper of covenant in a culture of convenience.
You are a reflection of the God who never gives up.
In Jesus’ name, I declare:
• You will be trusted with more because you stewarded the little.
• You will be promoted by principle, not popularity.
• You will endure with grace, not grind.
• You will lead with depth, not display.
May the Lord reward your unseen stewardship.
May your private sacrifices yield public fruit.
May your character carry what charisma cannot.
Go forth today:
Not with noise, but with knowing.
Not with striving, but with stewardship.
Not with applause, but with alignment.
Amen.
- Pastor Kolawole Amigun
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