THE MYSTERY OF GROWING SEASONS

DATE: 18th of May 2026

AUTHOR: Evang Ademola Elemo

SERIES: SEASONS

�� SCRIPTURE READING

“I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase.” — 1 Corinthians 3:6

“But the seed falling on good soil… produces a crop, yielding a hundredfold.” — Luke 8:15

��️ MEDITATION

After planting comes growth—and growth is often slow, hidden, and process-driven.

This is the season where many become discouraged because results are not yet visible.

But growth is happening beneath the surface.

Consider Joseph. In prison, nothing seemed to be progressing, yet God was growing his wisdom, leadership, and discernment.

That hidden growth prepared him for national leadership.

Think about David. While tending sheep, he was not just passing time—he was growing in courage, skill, and relationship with God. His unseen growth made him ready for visible victories.

Also, Jesus Christ grew in wisdom, stature, and favor before stepping into His ministry.

Growth preceded manifestation.

This is the mystery: growth is God’s responsibility, but consistency is yours.

You may not see immediate results, but every moment of obedience, discipline, and faithfulness is producing something within you.

�� KINGDOM TRUTHS ABOUT GROWING SEASONS

1. Growth Is a Process: Transformation takes time.

Supporting Scripture:

“God gave the increase.” — 1 Corinthians 3:6

2. Growth Often Happens in Hidden Places: Not all progress is visible.

Supporting Scripture:

“The seed… brings forth fruit with patience.” — Luke 8:15

3. Consistency Sustains Growth: Faithfulness leads to increase.

Supporting Scripture:

“Let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap.” — Galatians 6:9

�� REFLECTION QUESTIONS

Where do I need growth in my life?

Am I being consistent in this season?

Am I discouraged by what I cannot yet see?

�� PRAYER

Father, help me remain consistent in my growth season.

Give me patience to trust the process.

Strengthen me not to give up when results are not visible.

Let Your increase be evident in my life.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

�� DECLARATIONS

I am growing daily.

God is working in me even when I don’t see it.

I will not give up in the process.

My consistency is producing results.

Growth is happening in my life.

�� ACTION POINT FOR TODAY

Stay consistent in one area of growth—prayer, discipline, or learning—without focusing on immediate results.