Implementation of projects is crucial. Our God is a finisher and we must be finishers too!

1. Implementation of Projects Is Crucial
The word Implement simply means to put (a decision, plan, contract, etc.)
into effect. Implementation brings a lasting impact on something or changes
the shape of a place or environment. Whenever implementation of a project
has taken place never remain the same. It comes with changes.
When you hear the name Pharaoh (Title of Ancient Egyptian rulers) what
resonates in your mind? It is normally associated with oppression and nega-
tivity. But there is some important truth we can learn from this Pharaoh who
ruled Egypt during the time of Joseph the Patriarch. He understood the im-
portance of implementing projects. This is seen
when he appoints Joseph to supervise food storage
in his capacity as Prime Minister of Egypt. He actu-
ally relinquished his power to Joseph save the
throne to ensure that their responsibilities be-
stowed upon Joseph succeed. Read Genesis 41.

2. Item Advantages Disadvantages
1) Lives are saved from destruc-
tion
Lives are lost
2) Gives Security a Boost – En-
hances Peace
Security is threatened - No basic
rights no peace
3) Creates Trust Undermines Trust
4) Eradicates poverty Enhances poverty
5) Enhances integrity Promotes corruption
6) It brings reunion – Joseph was
reunited with his brothers and
their entire family. Gen. 45 &
46
Promotes animosity. Where there
no vision people perish. Pro.
29:18
7) Grows our Economies Stagnation of our Economies

3. Do you have some project lying in shambles? What are you thinking about
it? Jesus gave us an Antidote concerning projects. He challenges us, "For
which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and
count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it “ Luke 14:28 –NKJV.
In a competitive race, no one receives the crown (medal) before finishing
the race. There are rules governing every sport. There is a an on-going talk
about banning some athletes from participating in the Coming Olympic games
in Brazil due to alleged doping practices. Any Sport organization stands to be
penalized for turning a blind eye towards these evil practices. Russia is known
to produce some of the finest sportsmen in the world but they are facing a ban
by WADA (World Ant-Doping Agency). They are blamed for being complacent
during Winter Olympics Sports in Sochi in 2014. Their
sportsmen are worried. Why? They want to finish the
project they have been working on to win some med-
als. I trust this case will be handled well to avoid any
victimizing of sober athletes.

4. There are notable accomplishments by our predeces-
sors. Dr. David Livingstone (Missionary work in Africa).
Our Freedom fighters: Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gan-
dhi and others, Martha Teresa (Missionaries of Charity),
William Wilberforce (Abolished slave trade in Africa) and Abraham Lincoln
(Abolished slavery in America). There are many who have been instrumental
in transforming people’s lives and we would love to sincerely honour them.
You do not need to have a great name or background to bring a difference. In-
vincible things are more powerful than the visible ones. Albert Einstein devel-
oped an atomic bomb from what the naked eye cannot see (atoms). Gideon
and Saul came from the least tribes of Israel yet they accomplished a lot in
their time. Judges 6:15, 1Sam. 9:21. Paul the Apostle was also from the tribe
of Benjamin.
There are genuine reasons that would hamper completion of
some projects like sudden death of the developer or owner. Even
in such cases there is a contingent plan that caters for that. We
are not talking about that.

5. While praying for his disciples Jesus said, "I have glorified You on the earth. I
have finished the work which You have given Me to do.” John 17:4. You might en-
dure some pain while undertaking a project, but there is joy in finishing what you
have started.
Jesus triumphantly finished His God-given Mission here on earth. “When Je-
sus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his
head, and gave up the ghost.” John n19:30. Before ascending into heaven He en-
sured that His disciples had been prepared to be filled with the Holy Spirit in ac-
cordance with His Father’s Promise. Acts 1:4,8.
Apostle Paul finished his ministry on a high note. I
believe the best way of authenticating a process is to
hear from the horse’s mouth. Paul passionately
pursued the work that God had called him to do. On
his final lap he declares; “I have fought a good fight,
I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:”
2Ti 4:7 (KJV)

6. When God finished His work of
creation it was beautiful in His
sight. It is written, “Then God saw
everything that He had made, and
indeed it was very good. So the
evening and the morning were the
sixth day.” Gen. 1:31
That is why we should strive to fin-
ish every project we embark on
and finish it in its Implementation
Period. Our God is a finisher and we must be finishers too!
By Ken Liyai