Feeling unseen in your ministry? Discover how God works powerfully in the quiet seasons of life and service—and why you are never forgotten.
When Ministry Feels Invisible
There are seasons in life and ministry that roar with momentum. Miracles flow, doors fly open, and fruit is visible for all to see. But then there are other seasons—quiet ones. Times when the crowd disappears, progress stalls, and you wonder if anyone even notices the sacrifices you're making.
If that’s where you are right now, let me speak this truth into your spirit: you are not forgotten.
Heaven sees you. God knows you. And this season—yes, even this one—is part of His divine design.
The Kingdom Doesn't Measure Like the World
We live in a culture that rewards visibility. Social media elevates the loudest voices. Donors flock to what’s viral. Churches are tempted to showcase only what’s “Instagram-worthy.”
But that’s not how the Kingdom of God works.
Some of the most powerful moves of God begin not on platforms, but in private. Not with microphones, but with whispered prayers. Not in spotlighted stages, but in surrendered hearts.
“But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”—Matthew 6:6 (ESV)
God sees what man overlooks. And He often hides His greatest treasures in the most unexpected places.
Biblical Heroes Had Hidden Seasons
If you’ve ever felt invisible in your calling, you’re in good company. Many of the Bible’s most faithful servants walked through seasons of obscurity before their public assignments began:
Joseph was gifted and called, yet spent years in prison—forgotten by men, but never by God.
Moses led sheep in the desert of Midian for 40 years before leading Israel out of bondage.
Anna the prophetess worshiped day and night in the temple for decades, largely unseen by others, but intimately known by God.
None of these hidden seasons were wasted. They were shaping seasons. Stripping seasons. Sanctifying seasons. And they were crucial to God’s greater purpose in their lives.
Your Ministry Matters—Even If No One Sees
To the pastor preaching faithfully in a small rural church...
To the missionary laboring in remote villages, far from recognition or resources...
To the youth leader mentoring kids no one else believes in...
To the intercessor praying through the night with no applause...
To the one feeding the hungry, visiting the imprisoned, supporting others from the shadows...
Hear this today: You are doing Kingdom work.
“For God is not unjust to forget your work and labor of love which you have shown toward His name, in that you have ministered to the saints, and do minister.”—Hebrews 6:10 (NKJV)
He sees every act of obedience. Every tear shed. Every quiet yes.
What God Builds in the Quiet Will Last
The hidden season is not a punishment. It’s preparation.
When you’re not being seen by the world, God is strengthening your foundation. Deepening your roots. Purifying your motives. Teaching you to live for His smile alone.
This season is a sacred place—a proving ground. And in time, God will bring forth fruit that remains.
Galatians 6:9 encourages us:
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”—Galatians 6:9 (NIV)
So don’t despise the quiet. Don’t rush through the hidden place. It may feel small, but it is holy.
Be Encouraged: Your Labor Is Not in Vain
What you’re doing matters—even if it never goes viral.
Stay faithful. Stay low. Stay close to the heart of God. The reward will come. And not just in eternity. He promises to reward openly what is done in secret.
Let this be your reminder today:
You are not overlooked.
You are not wasting your time.
You are not disqualified.
You are not forgotten.
God knows your name. He holds your story. And He is working all things for good—even when you can’t see it yet.
A Prayer for the Hidden Ones
Father, thank You for seeing me in the hidden places. Help me not to grow weary when I feel invisible. Teach me to trust that You are working, even when I see no results. Strengthen my heart to serve with joy, to love without recognition, and to remain faithful in every season. May I live for Your approval above all else. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Reflection Question:Where in your life or ministry do you feel hidden right now? Ask the Lord to reveal how He is using this season for your good and His glory.
I hope this has been a blessing to someone. Until next time, remember we walk with Christ, one day at a time, one step at a time, one prayer at a time.
From the Director’s Desk
- bettymuthoni
- Aug 2, 2021
- 2 min read
🧷Rom 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Our Lord has such a great gift for all us once we have finished the race of this temporary life. However, we need to also look at the other alternative of our actions. Such as there are set rules and regulations for every assignment, the same applies around the kingdom business. When we walk in disobedience, the repercussions are well indicated as is in the verse- Death✝️
What is a WAGE. In the work environment, its purely our EARNINGS. It what is due to us as our reward for the work we did. The death that the scripture is talking about is spiritual and eternal death. The refusal to surrender our sinful nature to the giver of life and forgiveness leaves us with no alternative except eternal punishment.
The Wage of living in Christ is eternal life. By the Blood of Christ and purely by Grace we are assured of eternal life *Ephesians 2: 4-5 But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, 5 even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved).❤️🙏🙏
🌸We are thus called to have a daily review of ourselves to we can be in line with the will of our Father in every thing we undertake. He is faithful and just to grant us an opportunity to live right all for His glory🌸
Our Prayer therefore:🙏
Dear Lord, we thank you for revealing to us that we have an opportunity to please you again. We pray that you help us to see that your punishment for sin is just as you are just God. Align us to you so we do not miss eternal life through pride or any other barrier. Help us to appreciate fully the price paid for our forgiveness. Thank you for your pure love to save us from destruction. In Jesus Name.
Blessed Week Ahead
Shalom🙏🙏
- bettymuthoni
- Jul 1, 2021
- 2 min read
How much of Gods promised possession have you taken hold of? Do you believe in what He has said about you and your destiny? Are you quitting quarter way, midway or at what point?🌝🌝
When God made His covenant with Israel regarding the Promised Land, He originally promised them about 300,000 square miles of land. When Israel finally went in and started conquering, they quit at about 3,000 square miles. They only took possession of around 10% of what God had promised them. 🙌🙌
I have seen the enemy drive the mind of many Christians with lies more than they are driven with the promises of God. When God has stated something, the enemy whispers otherwise and we believe it to be true. As a Christian, we need to live as per our Fathers defined way. We can’t be taking only 10% of what he says and live like we are not sure of where we are going. When God says He will bless you, He means business.❤️❤️
Sadly, most people think that blessings equals money. Far from it. The wealth of God is not limited to money. God promised Abram a great name. This is a name that He was to make for Him and not for Abram to make a name for himself. (Gen 12:2) A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches(Proverbs 22:1): A good name is better than precious ointment( Ecc 7:1). Money is good but its also very dangerous for us if it what will make us run away from God.🔗
God gives us greater things that are far better than money. He grants peace, contentment, compassion for others, humility, joy in the midst of crisis and so on and so forth. This is wealth from God. He holds us closer to Himself when we let Him be the Father. When we honor His power as the one who we should trust, one to drive us, one to lead us to our destiny, then He accumulates resources and wealth that He holds as all His. Ideally, as His child, He wants to give you 100% of His kingdom. Have you let Him do it?🙌🙏
🔗See what He says in the scripture below:📕
Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given you, as I said to Moses. From the wilderness and this Lebanon as far as the great river, the River Euphrates, all the land of the Hittites, and to the Great Sea toward the going down of the sun, shall be your territory.”Joshua 1:3-4
Blessings🙌🙌