Multiplication

Here’s an outline for your 7-Point Sermon on Multiplication, with illustrations and scriptural references to support each point. The theme centers on how God brings growth and abundance when we walk in faith and obedience.

Title: Get Ready for Multiplication

Theme Scripture: "Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us." (Ephesians 3:20)

Introduction: Get Ready for Multiplication

Imagine standing in a vast, open field. The soil is fertile, the air is crisp, and you hold a handful of seeds. In your hand lies incredible potential—not just to grow plants, but to produce a harvest that can feed nations. That is the essence of multiplication. It’s God’s divine principle woven into the fabric of creation. From the stars in the heavens to the grains of sand on the seashore, God’s design has always been about growth, increase, and abundance.

But here’s the critical question: Are you ready? Because multiplication doesn’t just happen by chance—it’s tied to God’s promises, His principles, and our faith-filled participation.

When we look at the Bible, multiplication is not a mere suggestion; it’s a mandate. From the very beginning, God’s first command to humanity was to “be fruitful and multiply” (Genesis 1:28). He wasn’t just talking about population growth; He was declaring a principle for life: everything God touches is meant to grow, expand, and flourish.

Illustration:

Consider the story of the loaves and fishes in John 6:1-14. A crowd of over 5,000 people gathered, hungry and expectant. All the disciples could see was lack—five loaves and two fish—but Jesus saw opportunity. He took what was available, gave thanks, and multiplied it, leaving an overflow that filled 12 baskets.

This is the kind of multiplication God wants to bring into your life: not just enough to get by, but an overflow that blesses others and glorifies Him.

Purpose of the Sermon:

Today, we’re diving into what it takes to get ready for multiplication. We’re going to explore the principles, promises, and postures that prepare us to receive and steward God’s abundant blessings. This isn’t just about financial increase; it’s about multiplication in every area of your life—your faith, relationships, influence, and impact.

God is not limited by our circumstances. He’s the same God who turned a barren womb into a nation (Sarah), a shepherd boy into a king (David), and fishermen into world-changing disciples. What He did then, He can do now. But for that to happen, you must align yourself with His plan for multiplication.

Call to Action:

Are you tired of living in survival mode? Are you ready to see God’s blessings multiply in your life? This message is for those who are ready to step into the next level of faith, obedience, and stewardship. Over the next seven points, we’ll unpack how you can position yourself to experience divine multiplication.

Let’s prepare our hearts as we step into the overflow that only God can provide. Get ready for multiplication!

1. God Desires to Multiply

Scripture: "Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it." (Genesis 1:28)

Illustration: Imagine planting a single apple seed. That seed grows into a tree that produces countless apples, each with more seeds. God’s plan has always been about exponential growth.

Isaiah 55:10-11: "As the rain and the snow come down from heaven... so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty but will accomplish what I desire."

Psalm 115:14-15: "May the Lord cause you to flourish, both you and your children. May you be blessed by the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth."

2 Corinthians 9:10: "Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness."

Illustration: A woman in a small village planted a single bamboo shoot in her backyard. For months, it seemed like nothing was happening. But beneath the soil, the roots were spreading rapidly. In just one season, the bamboo grew 90 feet tall. The multiplication wasn’t instant, but the preparation was foundational.

Application: God's desire is to bring growth into every aspect of our lives, but we must trust the process, even when we don’t see immediate results.

Takeaway: Multiplication is not just addition—it's a God-designed overflow.

2. Obedience Precedes Multiplication

Scripture: "The Lord will make you abound in prosperity... if you obey the commandments of the Lord your God." (Deuteronomy 28:11-12)

Illustration: A farmer must follow specific planting techniques and timing to yield a bountiful harvest.

Joshua 1:8: "Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night... Then you will be prosperous and successful."

Isaiah 1:19: "If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the good things of the land."

John 15:5: "If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing."

Illustration: A young man was working an entry-level job and felt prompted by God to tithe faithfully, even though his paycheck was barely enough to cover his bills. Despite the sacrifice, he obeyed. Over time, his obedience opened doors: promotions, unexpected financial blessings, and eventually starting his own business. His act of faith became the foundation for multiplication in his life.

Application: When we align our actions with God’s Word, He blesses us in ways that far exceed our efforts.

Takeaway: God blesses the steps of obedience that align with His Word.

3. Faith Opens the Door to Abundance

Scripture: "Jesus replied, ‘Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed... nothing will be impossible for you.’" (Matthew 17:20)

Illustration: Share the story of the boy with five loaves and two fish (John 6:1-14). A small act of faith resulted in feeding thousands.

Hebrews 11:1: "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."

Mark 9:23: "‘If you can?’ said Jesus. ‘Everything is possible for one who believes.’"

Romans 10:17: "Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ."

Illustration: A missionary couple went to a remote village with no resources to build a church. They had only faith and a vision. They began praying and sharing their dream. Slowly, donations came in—brick by brick. A local carpenter volunteered his skills, and within two years, a thriving church stood where there was once nothing. Today, it’s a hub for spiritual and community transformation.

Application: Even when circumstances look impossible, faith can unlock doors to God’s abundant provision.

Takeaway: Faith, no matter how small, invites God’s supernatural multiplication.

4. God Multiplies What You Surrender

Scripture: "Give, and it will be given to you: a good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over." (Luke 6:38)

Illustration: A child shares a few crayons with a classmate and soon finds others sharing back, creating a fuller box than before.

Proverbs 11:24-25: "One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed."

Malachi 3:10: "Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this, says the Lord Almighty, and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven."

2 Corinthians 9:6-8: "Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously."

Illustration: A woman had a passion for baking but didn’t think it could amount to anything significant. One day, she decided to bake cookies for a charity event. Her cookies were such a hit that people started placing orders. Over time, her hobby turned into a business that now employs others and donates part of the profits to local shelters.

Application: What we surrender to God, no matter how small or insignificant it seems, can be multiplied to bless others and glorify Him.

Takeaway: God takes what we offer and multiplies it for His glory and our benefit.

5. Stewardship Protects the Harvest

Scripture: "Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much." (Luke 16:10)

Illustration: A bank invests wisely with small deposits, yielding large returns over time.

Proverbs 27:23-24: "Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds; for riches do not endure forever."

Matthew 25:21: "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things."

1 Corinthians 4:2: "Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful."

Illustration: A couple inherited a small plot of farmland. Instead of letting it sit idle, they learned farming techniques, invested time and effort, and managed the land wisely. Over the years, the farm not only provided for their family but became a source of food for their community during tough times.

Application: Proper stewardship ensures that the blessings God gives are preserved, multiplied, and shared.

Takeaway: Proper stewardship of what God gives ensures multiplication isn’t wasted or lost.

6. Trials Often Precede Multiplication

Scripture: "Consider it pure joy... whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." (James 1:2-3)

Illustration: A diamond forms under extreme pressure, yet it becomes something invaluable.

Romans 5:3-5: "Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope."

Genesis 50:20: "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives."

2 Corinthians 4:17: "For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all."

Illustration: A young man lost his job and felt like his life was falling apart. During that difficult season, he turned to God, began volunteering at a shelter, and discovered a passion for helping others. That trial became a turning point, leading him to start a nonprofit that now serves thousands of people every year.

Application: God often uses challenges to prepare us for the next season of abundance. Trials refine us and make us ready for His blessings.

Takeaway: Challenges refine us and set the stage for God to bring increase.

7. Multiplication Is for Blessing Others

Scripture: "I will bless you... and you will be a blessing." (Genesis 12:2)

Illustration: The story of Abraham—his blessings weren’t for him alone but to make him a father of nations.

2 Corinthians 9:11: "You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion."

Acts 20:35: "It is more blessed to give than to receive."

Proverbs 3:9-10: "Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine."

Illustration: In 2008, a man started a small shoe company with a unique mission: for every pair sold, a pair would be donated to a child in need. That company, TOMS Shoes, has since given away millions of pairs of shoes worldwide, showing how multiplication can bring blessings to countless lives.

Application: God’s multiplication is never just for us—it’s meant to flow through us to bless others and advance His Kingdom.

Takeaway: God’s multiplication flows through us to bless others and advance His Kingdom.

Conclusion: A Real-Life Story of Multiplication

In 2010, a small church in a struggling community decided to step out in faith. Their resources were limited, but they felt God calling them to launch a food pantry to serve their neighborhood. At first, they only had a few bags of groceries to distribute, and they wondered if it would even make a difference. But they prayed over every bag and trusted God to multiply their efforts.

Week after week, they gave what little they had, and soon, something extraordinary began to happen. Local businesses started donating food. Volunteers poured in. The pantry grew from serving a dozen families to hundreds. Not only did they meet physical needs, but they also began to see lives transformed spiritually. People who came for food found hope in Jesus. What started as a handful of groceries turned into a ministry that impacted an entire community.

This is the power of multiplication in action. When we give what we have—no matter how small—into God’s hands, He multiplies it for His glory and the blessing of others.

Enriching the Main Point:

God’s multiplication is not just about material blessings; it’s about expanding His Kingdom, growing in faith, and stepping into a purpose that’s bigger than ourselves. Whether it’s a resource, a talent, or your time, when you surrender it to God, He can multiply it beyond anything you could imagine.

The principles of multiplication we’ve explored—obedience, faith, stewardship, surrender—are the keys to unlocking this divine overflow. Remember, God doesn’t just want to bless you; He wants to make you a blessing to others.

So, as you leave today, ask yourself: What has God placed in your hand? Is it a small seed of faith, a gift you’ve been holding back, or a step of obedience you’ve been hesitant to take? Whatever it is, God can multiply it if you trust Him with it.

Closing Prayer:

Heavenly Father, We stand in awe of Your ability to take the little we have and multiply it into something extraordinary. Thank You for being the God of abundance, the God who is able to do exceedingly and abundantly above all we could ask or think.

Lord, today, we surrender everything we have into Your hands—our time, our talents, our resources, and even our challenges. Teach us to walk in obedience, to have faith even in the small things, and to be good stewards of the blessings You give us.

We pray for multiplication in every area of our lives—not for our own gain, but so that we may be a blessing to others. Multiply our efforts, our influence, and our impact for Your Kingdom.

As we go from here, help us to trust You fully, knowing that You are faithful to bring the increase when we walk in Your will. Let our lives reflect Your glory and advance Your purposes.

We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.

Go forth with faith, expectation, and a heart ready for multiplication!