Title: Chosen to Bear Lasting Fruit: A Call to Build God’s Spiritual House
Verse of the Day:
“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last…”
– John 15:16
As new Christians walking with God, we must understand that being chosen by the Lord is a divine calling filled with responsibility. It is not merely for personal blessings, but to live a fruitful life that brings eternal value. At the New Christian Prayer Church, we believe that each one of us is called to serve God’s eternal purpose—building His spiritual house.
From Gilgal to Glory: The Journey of Fruitful Service
In 2 Kings 2:1, we see Elijah and Elisha begin their spiritual journey from Gilgal, a place whose name means “rolled away.” This reminds us of Joshua 5:9, where the Lord rolled away the reproach of Egypt from His people. Gilgal represents a place of spiritual cleansing and restoration.
As a new Christian, it is vital to understand that before you can serve God effectively, you must deal with your past failures, weaknesses, and hidden sins. The Lord wants to remove every reproach from your life. Even when we fall into sin or make mistakes, He gives us the precious blood of Jesus to cleanse and restore us. What He asks in return is a humble heart—a heart that continually seeks His forgiveness and allows Him to search and purify every area of our thoughts, words, and actions.
Let us not live in self-condemnation. Instead, let us live in daily Christian prayer, allowing the Holy Spirit to guide us, cleanse us, and make us ready for fruitful ministry.
Bethel – Knowing God’s House
In 2 Kings 2:2, Elijah tells Elisha, “The Lord has sent me to Bethel.” The name Bethel means “House of God” or “Heavenly Home.” But here is a spiritual truth: God’s House is not a physical building—it is His people. As the Bible teaches in 1 Peter 2:5, each believer is a living stone being built into a spiritual house for God.
Many believers today are confused, thinking church is about buildings, denominations, or Sunday gatherings. But God’s real desire is to build a spiritual home made of transformed lives, rooted in Jesus Christ. This is what we stand for at New Christian Prayer Church. We are not building a name or a denomination—we are building the House of God with Christ as the Rock and Chief Cornerstone.
As you grow in your Christian faith, your responsibility is to understand what the Church truly is—not a program or event, but a divine structure built with lives redeemed and changed by Christ. Every soul you lead to Christ should be taught how to become part of this House. That’s how you bear fruit that remains.
Building with Purpose and Revelation
Ephesians 2:20–22 reveals that God’s House must be built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Jesus Christ Himself as the Chief Cornerstone. Likewise, Hebrews 3:6 reminds us that Christ is faithful over God’s House as a Son. This spiritual building is not man-made; it is divinely designed and must be built according to God’s plan.
If your ministry, preaching, or testimony does not help build this House, it may be considered wood, hay, and stubble—works that will not stand the test of time (1 Corinthians 3:12-15). At New Christian Prayer Church, we urge every new Christian to seek revelation about God’s eternal purpose for the Church. This is not just another fellowship; it is His eternal dwelling.
Discouragements and Separation
In 2 Kings 2:3, we see the sons of the prophets try to discourage Elisha. In the same way, as you begin to obey God’s voice and respond to His calling, you may face discouragement from your friends, family, or even fellow believers. They may question your decisions, warn you of sacrifice, or tempt you to take an easier path.
But true fruitfulness demands whole-hearted obedience. There will be times when you must separate yourself from unspiritual influences. This does not mean we hate people, but it means we prioritize God’s voice over human opinions. Spiritual separation is essential if you want to fulfill God’s calling for your life.
A Prayer for Today
Dear my Father and my LORD,
Thank You for choosing me and calling me to bear fruit that will last. Cleanse me with the precious blood of Jesus from every weakness, failure, and hidden sin. Search my heart and remove anything that brings reproach to Your Name. Give me a revelation of Your Church and teach me how to take my part in building Your House. Help me stand firm in my calling, even when others discourage me. Let my life bring glory to You and become a stone in Your spiritual house.
In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray, Amen.
At New Christian Prayer Church, we invite every believer—especially every new Christian—to grow in their calling, understand the Church, and walk in daily Christian prayer. May your life become fruitful for God’s glory, and may your works stand the test of eternity.