Go and See

September 16, 2025

Faith requires action, go first, then see the results.

Today, let's explore a powerful principle that can transform your life: taking action in faith before seeing results. This isn't just about positive thinking, it's about understanding how God works and aligning ourselves with His divine pattern for breakthrough.

The Power of Rising Up

In 2 Kings 7, we find a remarkable story of four lepers who changed the course of a nation simply by taking action. During a severe famine in Samaria, these outcasts sat outside the city gates with a decision to make. They could stay where they were and die, or they could rise up and venture toward the enemy camp.

So they came and called to The Gatekeepers of the city, saying, "We went to the camp of the Arameans, and behold, there was no one there, not the sound of man—only the horses and donkeys tied up, and the tents just as they were." 2 Kings 7:10

These rejected men chose to rise up and go. What they discovered changed everything, the enemy had fled, leaving behind abundant provision. Their simple act of faith led to deliverance for an entire nation.

You might feel outcasted, rejected, or alone. You may think, "I'm good for nothing." But remember, God can use anyone who is willing to rise up and take action in faith.

The Faith Formula: Go, Then See

The world teaches us to operate by sight: see first, then go. But faith works in the opposite direction.

For the Lord had caused the Aramean army to hear the sound of chariots and horses, the sound of a great army. 2 Kings 7:6

Notice the pattern throughout this story: first the lepers rose up, then the king rose up, then the soldiers rose up, and finally the people rose up. Each group had to take action before seeing the miracle. This is the essence of faith, going before seeing.

If I were to define faith in just a few words, it would be: "Go and see." Faith requires movement. It demands that we rise up from unbelief, rise up from sickness, and walk forward in confidence that God has already provided.

From Prison to Palace Overnight

God specializes in overnight transformations. The lepers went from poverty to riches in a single night. Joseph went from prison to palace in a day. Your circumstances can change just as rapidly.

Then the people went out and plundered the camp of the Arameans. So goods were so plentiful that a measure of finely milled flour was sold for a shekel and two measures of barley for a shekel, in accordance with the word of the Lord. 2 Kings 7:16

God's abundance was so overwhelming that the entire economy changed overnight, exactly as the prophet Elisha had declared. The road was literally littered with garments and equipment blessings waiting to be claimed by those willing to go and see.

The Danger of Doubt

There was one man who missed the blessing, the royal officer who doubted God's ability to provide.

You will see it with your own eyes, but because of your doubt, you will not eat of it. 2 Kings 7:19

This officer challenged God's power, saying, "Even if the Lord should make windows in heaven, could such a thing happen?" His doubt cost him dearly. He saw the provision with his own eyes but died before he could partake of it.

Nothing is impossible for our God. He created the universe by His word. He parted the Red Sea when there seemed to be no way. He fed 5,000 with a few loaves and fish. And if nothing is impossible for Him, nothing is impossible for us as His children.

Your Breakthrough Awaits

Whatever you're waiting for, whatever you're longing for, God can bring it to pass suddenly. He is the God who redeems time and does mighty miracles, signs, and wonders.

Go and see. Walk in faith. Go in faith and you will see the miracle. You will see the work of the Lord.

God has already provided. All we need to do is arise and go see. If you feel stuck mentally or physically, remember Joseph. One night he was in prison; the next night he was in the palace. Rapid blessing is yours. God can change things overnight.

Conclusion

Keep moving forward. Go and see. Go and conquer. Walk and take possession of what God has for you. You are called to be a blessing. You are blessed, chosen, and anointed.

Don't dwell in the prison when your position is in the palace. Rise up in faith today, take action, and watch God's provision unfold before your eyes.

Reflect on This

1. In what area of your life do you need to "go and see" before you have visible evidence of God's provision?

2. How might your breakthrough be just one step of faith away from manifestation?

Prayer

Father, I thank You that nothing is impossible for You. I arise today in faith, choosing to go before I see. I declare that rapid transformation is mine. Where I have been rejected, You accept me. Where I have been in darkness, You bring me into light. I belong to You, and You are my God. I rise up in faith before seeing results because You are my provider, and nothing is hidden from You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Key Takeaways

• Faith requires action, go first, then see the results.

• God can transform your circumstances overnight.

• Even those who feel rejected can be used mightily by God.

• The world says "see then go," but faith says "go and see."

• Your position is not in the prison of your circumstances but in the palace of God's provision.

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