What Does the Bible say?
Written by Tony Egar.
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Hebrews 11:3 (NKJV):
“The things which are seen,
were not made of things,
which are visible.”
Introduction:
At the start of the year, a curious thought came to me—one that seemed almost too simple to take seriously. Why not call this year “The Year of the Ladder”? At first, it was just a playful idea, something about promotion and progress, a hope more than a plan. I shared it with family and friends, but mostly it was met with mild amusement or polite smiles.
Then, on a friend’s birthday, I placed a small toy ladder on her cake. A strange gesture, perhaps, but one filled with quiet intention: “May this be a year of promotion.” She didn’t laugh. Neither did I, but the ladder came home with us and took its place on our kitchen bench, perched above the fruit bowl where we passed it every day.
What happened next caught me off guard. Events unfolded around that ladder—unexpected visitors, repairs long overdue, and ladders appearing where none had been for years. And when a fierce storm came through, it brought with it even more ladders and changes that seemed too coincidental to ignore.
Curious, we added something else—something tangible and mysterious—to that toy ladder. And slowly, questions began to form: Could this be more than just a coincidence? Was there something unseen at work, quietly answering a silent call? Was there a connection between a simple toy and the real world that we hadn’t understood before?
There’s a story from ancient times that came to mind—about a man who trusted in things unseen yet worked with what was before him, and in doing so, saw blessings multiply beyond expectation.
What follows in this book is a journey into those mysteries—the small signs that hint at greater truths, the unseen forces that may be working in our lives, and the possibility that something miraculous is waiting just beyond what we can see.
I invite you to step quietly into this story, open your eyes to what might be, and wonder—what if this year is not just about ladders, but about something far greater?
The answers may surprise you.
Chapter 1
At the beginning of the year, I had an unusual thought.
Why not call this year, “The Year of the Ladder.”
When I had this thought, I was thinking about people being promoted.
At their job or in other areas of their life.
My family have heard me trying to forecast the future many times.
My success rate is not very high.
It was a mildly amusing idea and we did not take it seriously.
When my friend had a birthday, I put a toy ladder on her cake.
Then I wrote in her birthday card, “May this year be a year of promotion”.
She did not think it was funny.
My wife and I went home with that toy ladder and put it on our fruit bowl.
We walked past that toy ladder every day because the fruit bowl was on our kitchen bench.
About 3 weeks later a friend of ours was visiting.
He looked up at the ceiling in our dining room and noticed an old water stain.
I told him that I had put some buckets in the roof to catch the water.
And even though water did still leak through the roof tiles, the buckets did their job and the ceiling was now safe.
He is a tradesman who knows how to fix everything.
He came round the next week and got up on the roof and fixed the leak by sealing up the roof tiles.
While he was up there he saw that I had not cleaned the roof gutters for some years.
They were full of leaves and dirt.
Next week he was back with his huge leaf blower.
He got up on the roof once again and cleaned our gutters.
After he left for the second time, I said to my wife.
“Lorna, no one has been on our roof for the last 7 years.
That means that no ladder has been seen around our house for 7 years.
In the last 2 weeks a ladder has been used twice.
Do you think our toy ladder is manifesting?”
Lorna did not think it was connected to our toy ladder.
This was happening in February 2025.
We had a cyclone in March.
- Cyclone Alfred is the first tropical cyclone since 1974 to hit Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
- During its slow approach to Southeast Queensland, Alfred brought widespread heavy rainfall and caused major flooding.
- By March 12, the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) reported more than 34,000 claims for water damage.
What a surprise.
Guess what?
Our garage ceiling collapsed because of the cyclone.
The insurance company paid for the repairs.
It took 7 days for the tradesmen to put in a new ceiling.
For 7 days we had men on ladders in our garage.
Electricians on ladders.
Men were up on our roof with their ladders.
Ladders were everywhere.
After it was all over, I said to Lorna.
“Do you think our toy ladder is manifesting?”
This time she stopped and thought about all the ladders that had appeared since the beginning of the year.
Now she was thinking like I was.
Maybe something unusual is happening.
What started out as a little bit of fun was now getting our attention.
We had hoped that the year was going to be a year of promotion.
But it was becoming the “Year of the Ladder.”
Then I had a new idea.
If a toy ladder can bring in real ladders.
Why not tape a $50 note to the top of the ladder.
Yes, we put a $50 note on the top of our toy ladder.
Once again, we were thinking it was a little bit of fun.
But inwardly we did begin to wonder what was going on.
If we really did do something that caused ladders to appear in our lives.
How did it happen?
Here are some possible explanations.
- We were conscious of the toy ladder and our thoughts made ladders appear.
- We looked at the ladder every day in the kitchen and what we looked at manifested.
- We talked about ladders and our speech caused something to happen.
- Or it was a total coincidence.
- Or a mixture of the above explanations.
Then I remembered the story of Jacob in Genesis chapter 30.
Jacob was a man who worked diligently, yet he understood that the blessing of the Lord was the true source of his wealth.
He devised a plan involving peeled branches, and through God’s favor and his own wisdom, he prospered.
He didn’t rely solely on human effort; he acted in faith and let God’s blessing multiply what he had.
So, can a Christian manifest money?
Jacob’s story—and our own toy ladder experience—suggest that God’s blessing, coupled with intentional faith and wise action, can indeed cause unexpected provision.
It may start with something small—a toy ladder, a symbolic act—but it grows when we believe in the God who multiplies.
Chapter 2
Jacob’s Prosperity—God’s Way to Wealth
The story of Jacob and Laban in Genesis 30:25-43 is more than a tale of livestock and family intrigue; it is a vivid picture of how a believer, operating under God’s favor, can manifest provision and abundance in a world that often seeks to limit or oppress them.
After Rachel gave birth to Joseph, Jacob knew it was time to return to his homeland. He approached Laban and said, “Send me on my way, so I can go back to my own homeland with my wives and children, whom I have earned through years of service.” Jacob’s bold request was rooted in his awareness that he had served faithfully. He had fulfilled his obligations and now sought to embrace his own future.
But Laban, ever aware of the blessing that Jacob’s presence brought him, pleaded with Jacob to stay. He confessed, “I have learned by divination that the Lord has blessed me because of you.” Even an unfaithful man like Laban recognized that when God’s hand is on someone’s life, prosperity follows. Jacob’s labor had multiplied Laban’s flocks and brought him great wealth. In the same way, the world cannot help but notice when the favor of God rests upon a believer.
Jacob, however, was determined to establish something for his own household. So he proposed an arrangement: he would continue to care for Laban’s flocks, but as payment, he would keep only the speckled, spotted, or dark-colored animals. Laban agreed to these terms, thinking he was outsmarting Jacob. He immediately removed all such animals and gave them to his sons, putting a three-day journey between them and Jacob, hoping to thwart Jacob’s plan.
Yet Jacob was not discouraged. He acted in faith and wisdom, using a strategy that involved peeled branches from poplar, almond, and plane trees. He placed them in the watering troughs, and when the flocks mated near these branches, they produced speckled, spotted, and dark-colored offspring—precisely the kind of animals that were to be Jacob’s wages. Jacob even ensured that only the strongest animals mated in front of the branches, while the weaker ones were left for Laban.
Over time, Jacob became exceedingly wealthy, acquiring large flocks, female and male servants, camels, and donkeys. His prosperity was not the result of mere chance; it was the outcome of faith in God’s promise, diligent stewardship, and a willingness to act wisely in a world that tries to take advantage of the righteous.
This story is a powerful lesson for believers today. Can a Christian manifest money? Yes, when we operate under God’s favor, guided by His wisdom and willing to take action—just as Jacob did. Jacob’s prosperity came because he recognized his work was blessed by the Lord, and he was willing to step into the future God had for him.
In your own life, don’t be discouraged by the schemes of others or by circumstances that seem to limit you. Like Jacob, put your faith in God, be diligent, and trust that He will multiply the work of your hands. The world may try to outwit you, but God’s wisdom will always prevail, and His blessing will bring you into a place of abundance.
Chapter 3
The Power of a Faithful Mindset
Jacob’s story in Genesis 30 begins with a question of fairness and provision. He had served Laban faithfully, and now he wanted to provide for his own family. His first step was to speak up and declare his desire: “Send me on my way so I can go back to my homeland.” Jacob was no longer content to live only for another man’s increase; he knew it was time for his own household to prosper.
As Christians, we can learn from Jacob’s faithful mindset. He recognized that the Lord had blessed Laban because of him (Genesis 30:27). In the same way, we can acknowledge that wherever we go, God’s favor follows us. We must believe that God desires to bless us and that our work can carry His increase.
Manifesting money—or any provision—starts with a faith-filled mindset. Like Jacob, we must believe that God’s blessing is at work in us, and that He wants us to ask for what we need. When Jacob asked for his share, he did it with confidence, not entitlement. He saw himself as a steward of God’s increase, not just a servant of Laban’s household.
Key Reflection:
Ask yourself—do I truly believe that God’s favor surrounds me? Am I confident that my work can be blessed and multiplied? Like Jacob, let your first step in manifesting provision be rooted in faith.
Chapter 4
Seeing the Future and Speaking It Out
After Jacob declared his desire to return home, he did something else that was powerful:
he proposed a specific plan to Laban.
Jacob said, “Let the speckled, spotted, and dark-colored animals, be my wages”
(Genesis 30).
He didn’t just hope vaguely—he spoke out a plan for his future.
This is an essential step in manifestation: seeing what you want and speaking it into existence. Jacob visualized his future flocks. He pictured the increase and described it in detail. His words set the course for what would come.
As Christians, we are reminded that our words carry life and power. Proverbs 18:21 says, “The tongue has the power of life and death.” When we talk about our finances, our dreams, and our future, are we speaking words of faith and expectation? Or are we speaking doubt and defeat?
Jacob’s story challenges us to declare God’s promises and our own goals. Speak them out, even when it seems unlikely. Jacob’s request was not based on what Laban would easily give—Laban tried to trick him! But Jacob’s words were like seeds sown in faith, and God brought the harvest.
Key Reflection:
What words are you speaking over your finances and your future? Are they words of faith, like Jacob’s, or words of fear and scarcity?
Chapter 5
Taking Strategic Action
Jacob’s manifestation did not come from speaking alone—he took creative, strategic action. He used peeled branches in the water troughs, believing that what the flocks saw would influence their offspring. This action seems strange to us today, but it was rooted in Jacob’s understanding of natural principles and God’s creative power.
Jacob didn’t just wish for increase; he used what he had (branches, water troughs, knowledge of breeding) and worked diligently. In the same way, manifesting money as a Christian is not just about prayer—it’s also about wise, diligent action. James 2:17 says, “Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.”
Jacob’s branches in the water troughs can symbolize the small, consistent actions we take every day:
- Starting a side hustle or investing wisely.
- Developing a new skill.
- Offering your work in a way that multiplies value for others.
God can bless these actions and bring a supernatural increase, just like He did for Jacob.
Key Reflection:
What “branches” can you use in your work or finances? Are you acting creatively and strategically, trusting God to multiply your efforts?
Chapter 6
Trusting God’s Timing and Fairness
One of the most powerful aspects of Jacob’s story is that he didn’t take what wasn’t his. He proposed an arrangement that would clearly show whether God was with him: “My honesty will testify for me in the future” (Genesis 30:33). He trusted that God would make the difference obvious.
Jacob wasn’t manipulating or stealing. His actions were transparent—he trusted God’s timing to prove that the blessing belonged to him. Over time, it became clear that God’s favor was on Jacob, not Laban. Jacob’s flocks grew strong and healthy, while Laban’s flocks weakened.
As Christians, this is crucial. Manifesting money doesn’t mean cutting corners or compromising integrity. It means trusting that God sees your faithful work and will reward it. Sometimes that reward comes slowly, but it comes.
Key Reflection:
Are you patient with God’s timing? Are you letting your honest actions and God’s blessing speak for you, rather than striving or scheming?
Chapter 7
Living in the Overflow of God’s Blessing
By the end of Genesis 30, Jacob had become “exceedingly prosperous” (Genesis 30:43). He had large flocks, many servants, camels, and donkeys. His life was overflowing because he partnered with God’s blessing, took creative action, and stayed honest in his dealings.
For us today, Jacob’s story is a powerful example:
- God is the ultimate source of provision.
- Our faith-filled thoughts, words, and actions create a space for His blessing to manifest.
- The line between the natural and the supernatural is thinner than we think.
So, can a Christian manifest money? Jacob’s life shows that God’s people can indeed see provision and abundance when they walk in faith, speak life, act strategically, and honor God in all things. Like Jacob, we can declare, “The Lord has blessed me wherever I have been.”
Key Reflection:
What does your “Year of the Ladder” look like? How can you combine faith, wise action, and trust in God’s blessing to see overflow in your life?
Chapter 8
The Ladder and the Feeding Trough:
Small Acts, Big Results
After placing that $50 note on top of the toy ladder in our kitchen, I couldn’t help but think about how Jacob used his simple branches to bring in a whole new season of increase.
Isn’t it fascinating how a small object—a toy ladder—placed in a kitchen became a daily reminder and symbol?
In Jacob’s story, it was just some peeled branches placed in a feeding trough.
Jacob’s actions were done in faith, with the expectation that God would use them to bring about something bigger.
When we look at Genesis 30, Jacob carefully selected branches of poplar, almond, and plane trees.
He stripped the bark to create streaked patterns.
These branches weren’t anything special by themselves—they were ordinary, natural materials.
But they were placed in a very strategic location: the watering troughs where the animals came to eat and drink.
In our kitchen, the ladder was also placed in a spot of daily life:
right where we prepare food, where we gather with family.
Just like Jacob’s branches were in the “kitchen” for the animals, our little ladder sat in the heart of our home—where we saw it every day.
It was not about the physical ladder, it was about creating a daily, visual reminder.
This brings to mind a story from our own lives.
When our daughter was very young, she wanted a cat.
We didn’t want one at the time, but she took it upon herself to act out her faith in the most childlike and innocent way.
She made a little house out of a cardboard box and carefully wrote the name “Little Guy” on the front of the box.
She even placed a bowl of water outside the box as if the cat was already there.
We were so moved by her belief and determination that we couldn’t help but go and get her a real cat.
Her simple act of faith—just like Jacob’s branches in the trough or our toy ladder on the kitchen bench—became a catalyst for change.
Jacob’s story and our daughter’s cardboard cat house teach us the same thing: small actions, when done in faith and expectation, create an environment for God’s blessing to show up in tangible ways.
- Jacob’s branches brought healthy, marked flocks.
- Our toy ladder brought an abundance of ladders when we least expected it.
- Our daughter’s cardboard cat house brought a real cat named “Little Guy” into our lives.
God seems to love partnering with the small, creative acts we do in our daily lives.
So often, it’s these simple steps—these “branches in the troughs” or cardboard houses—that set the stage for God’s increase.
Key Reflection:
What childlike, creative, or even “crazy” act of faith can you take today? How can you turn your hope into a small, visible step—trusting that God sees it and will honor it in His perfect timing?
Chapter 9
The Ladder We Didn’t See
One of the most powerful moments in Jacob’s life was not when he was actively working or making plans, but when he was sleeping in an unexpected place. He had left Beersheba and was heading toward Haran, weary from his journey. With the sun setting and nowhere else to stay, he lay down with a stone as his pillow. In that uncomfortable, in-between place, Jacob had a dream of something far bigger than himself: a ladder reaching from earth to heaven.
In the dream, he saw angels ascending and descending on this ladder—an image of God’s continual activity and blessing. And he heard the voice of God promising protection, provision, and a future of abundance. But when Jacob woke up, he was astonished. He said, “Surely the Lord is in this place, and I did not know it.”
Jacob’s story reminds us of something profound: we can be completely unaware of God’s ladder in our lives. Sometimes we go about our days, worrying about our problems and feeling stuck in uncomfortable places, not realizing that God’s blessing and provision are already right there with us—reaching from earth to heaven, connecting us to His promises.
The toy ladder on the kitchen bench, with that $50 note taped to the top, was a funny little sign of faith. But behind it, there’s a deeper truth: God has always had His own ladder for you. A spiritual ladder that connects your earthly needs and hopes to His divine supply. Like Jacob’s dream, it’s a ladder of angels, activity, and promise—a ladder we might not see because we’re caught up in our worries or routines.
Our daughter’s cardboard cat house was another example. She built it with innocent faith, not realizing how God was already working behind the scenes to bring her dream to life. She didn’t know there was a “ladder” in place for her—a connection between her childlike actions and the blessing of a real cat.
Key Reflection:
Jacob didn’t build the ladder. He didn’t even pray for it. It was already there, because God loved him and had a plan. Likewise, God’s ladder of blessing is already in your life—right where you are, even if you don’t see it yet.
- Are you in a “stone pillow” season, feeling stuck or uncomfortable?
- Are you overlooking the ladder of promise God has for you because you’re focused on your challenges?
Take a moment to pause and listen. Like Jacob, you might wake up and realize: “Surely the Lord is in this place, and I did not know it.”
Chapter 10
What Does God’s Ladder Look Like Today?
If Jacob could see God’s ladder in a dusty wilderness with only a stone for a pillow, what might God’s ladder look like in our lives today?
We often think of ladders as tools to climb higher—like that toy ladder in our kitchen, or the ladders we see when repairs are being done. But God’s ladder isn’t just a tool for climbing; it’s a connection. A bridge between His heavenly resources and our earthly needs.
Today, God’s ladder might look like:
- An encouraging word from a friend. A text message that says, “I’m praying for you.” That word lifts your spirit—like an angel bringing hope from heaven.
- A small opportunity that opens a bigger door. Maybe you’re given a tiny job or task that seems insignificant, but it leads to something bigger, that you never imagined.
- A quiet moment of prayer. You might be pouring out your worries to God in the morning, and suddenly you feel peace—like the presence of angels descending to comfort you.
- A sudden insight or idea. You’re going about your day and a fresh idea pops into your mind—one that could transform your situation or lead to a breakthrough.
- A financial provision that arrives just in time. You didn’t see it coming, but God did. He sent it down the ladder of His promise and into your hands.
- A child’s innocent faith. Just like our daughter’s cardboard cat house, sometimes the faith of a child can be the ladder through which God sends blessing.
Jacob’s ladder was real, and it was a sign that God’s activity is always going on—whether we see it or not. God is still active in your life, sending help, hope, and provision down His ladder.
Your Part: Stay awake to His presence.
Jacob almost missed it. He didn’t know God was there until he woke up. Let’s not miss it. Let’s be awake, ready to recognize His ladder in every situation:
- When you’re stuck, ask God: “Where is Your ladder?”
- When you’re hopeful, thank Him: “Thank You for the ladder that’s already connecting me to Your promises.”
- When you’re unsure, rest in the truth: God’s ladder is never taken down. It’s permanent. It’s His promise that He’s always at work—ascending, descending, blessing.
Lord, open my eyes to see Your ladder today. Help me recognize the ways You’re reaching into my life with Your love and provision. I choose to believe that even when I feel stuck, You are still active and present, guiding me step by step. Amen.
Chapter 11
Wake Up to God’s Ladder
Jacob said, “Surely the Lord is in this place, and I did not know it.” He had been asleep—literally and spiritually—until he had that dream of the ladder. When he woke up, he was no longer the same. He realized that God’s blessing had been with him all along.
The same is true for us today.
We can be physically awake—going to work, running errands, even doing church activities—and still be spiritually asleep. We can be so caught up in our routines, problems, or even our own dreams that we miss the ladder of God’s provision and presence right beside us.
What puts us to sleep?
- Routine and busyness. We’re so busy checking off to-do lists that we forget to pause and listen for God’s voice.
- Fear and worry. Fear can weigh us down like a heavy blanket, making it hard to see the hope that God has for us.
- Unbelief. We tell ourselves, “It’s just coincidence,” or “God doesn’t care about the small details,” and we close our eyes to the miracles He wants to show us.
- Distractions. Social media, endless news, and the rush of life can drown out the gentle whispers of God’s Spirit.
What wakes us up?
- Thankfulness. Gratitude opens our eyes to see the blessings we already have. It shifts our focus from what’s missing to what God has already provided.
- Stillness. In quiet moments—whether in prayer, a walk, or simply sitting still—we can hear God’s gentle voice.
- Childlike faith. Like our daughter with her cardboard cat house, simple acts of faith open the door for God to move.
- Expectancy. Expecting God to show up—even in small things—puts our spiritual senses on alert. We start noticing the “angels on the ladder” in everyday life.
Lord, awaken my heart. Help me to see You at work in every situation. Open my eyes to Your ladder of blessing, and keep me from getting stuck in routine, fear, or doubt. Help me live each day with childlike faith and expectancy. Amen.
Reflection:
Ask yourself today:
- Where have I been “asleep” to God’s presence?
- What blessings am I missing because I’m distracted or worried?
- How can I pause, even for a few minutes, to thank Him and expect His goodness?
Remember, Jacob didn’t build the ladder—it was already there. In the same way, God’s provision and presence are already there for you. All you need to do is wake up and say, “Surely the Lord is in this place.”
Chapter 12
Climbing God’s Ladder—Partnering with His Promises
We’ve seen that God’s ladder is always there—His way of reaching into our lives with blessing and hope. Now, the question is: how do we climb it? How do we actively partner with His promises?
Unlike a physical ladder we climb with our hands and feet, God’s ladder is spiritual. Climbing it is about aligning our hearts and actions with His ways. It’s about faith, obedience, and expectant living.
Here are some practical ways to “climb” God’s ladder:
- Believe He’s Present
Jacob woke up and said, “Surely the Lord is in this place.” You start climbing God’s ladder when you believe He is near, even if you can’t see Him. Faith is the first step. - Speak His Promises
Jacob had received God’s promise of blessing. We have God’s promises in Scripture—His “ladder” of provision and care for us. Speak them out loud. Let them shape your thoughts and words. “Lord, I believe You are my Provider,” or “I know You will never leave me.” - Act with Expectancy
When Jacob worked with the flocks, he took simple actions that aligned with what God had shown him. Likewise, take small steps of faith that reflect your trust in God. If you’re believing for provision, save a little, give a little, plan a little. These small acts of obedience are like steps on the ladder. - Keep Your Eyes Open
Jacob noticed the branches, the flocks, and the water troughs. In our lives, God often uses everyday situations to reveal His provision. Pay attention to what’s in front of you—an opportunity, a nudge, or an idea. God might be using it as a step on His ladder. - Stay Humble and Grateful
Jacob knew that the increase in his flocks wasn’t just his own doing—it was God’s blessing. Stay humble, acknowledging that every good thing comes from above. Gratitude keeps your heart soft and your eyes open. - Pray for Guidance
Jacob was in constant conversation with God—he had dreams, visions, and direction. You can do the same. Invite God into every decision: “Lord, show me where Your ladder is today. Guide my steps.”
Reflection:
- What promises has God given you that you need to climb toward?
- Are you taking small steps of faith, even when you can’t see the whole picture?
- Are you watching for God’s “branches” and opportunities?
God’s ladder isn’t about striving—it’s about trusting and partnering with Him. He’s already at work, and He invites you to join Him in the process.
Father, thank You for the ladder of blessing You have placed in my life. Help me to climb it by faith, one step at a time, trusting that You are always near and always good. Amen.
Chapter 13
Full Nets and Empty Boats
The Hidden Power of Imagination
In the story of Peter’s miraculous catch (Luke 5), there’s a striking image that is easy to overlook. Peter’s nets were overflowing with fish—yet at first, his boat was still empty. It wasn’t until he called for help that the fish were gathered into the boats, filling them to the point of sinking.
This image—full nets but empty boats—invites us to see a deeper spiritual truth. Could it be that sometimes we have fullness in our spirit, yet emptiness in our soul? That what is complete and abundant in the unseen realm must still be transferred into the visible realm of our lives?
Fullness in the Spirit—Emptiness in the Soul
Scripture says that as believers, we are blessed with “every spiritual blessing in Christ” (Ephesians 1:3). In the spirit, there is no lack—no shortage of wisdom, creativity, provision, or healing. Like Peter’s net, there is a fullness that exists in the unseen.
Yet our soul—our mind, will, and emotions—can feel empty. We may feel stuck, discouraged, or like there’s a gap between what God says is ours and what we experience.
The Bridge of Imagination
This is where imagination becomes our unseen partner. Our imagination—our God-given ability to see what is not yet visible—acts like Peter’s net, drawing the catch out of the water and into our daily lives.
Jacob used imagination in Genesis 30: he saw in his mind how the flocks would be influenced by the branches. He acted on that inner vision, and it shaped what appeared in the natural world.
When we use our imagination for good—to picture healing, to see our finances flourishing, to visualize God’s promises—it helps bridge the gap between fullness in the spirit and emptiness in the soul. It aligns our mind and emotions with the spiritual truth of abundance.
Is Our Imagination More Powerful Than We Realize?
Absolutely!
The Bible tells us:
“Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us” (Ephesians 3:20).
Our imagination isn’t just daydreaming—it’s a spiritual tool that partners with God’s power to bring the invisible into the visible. When Jesus said to Peter, “Let down your nets,” He was inviting Peter to act on what He spoke, but also to envision abundance where there had been none.
Practical Ways to Use Imagination in Faith
- Look at symbols—like Jacob’s branches or our toy ladder. Let them spark faith.
- Visualize God’s promises—see yourself living in healing, provision, and peace.
- Speak words that match your vision—like Peter, declare, “Because You say so, I will…”
- Act in alignment—even small steps can draw what is in the spirit into your everyday life.
Reflection
Are there areas in your life where your “nets” (spirit) are full, but your “boat” (soul) feels empty? What images or symbols can you place before your eyes to keep your imagination engaged with God’s promises?
Lord, thank You for the gift of imagination. Help me to use it as a tool of faith, to see and speak what You have promised. Teach me how to bridge the gap between fullness in my spirit and emptiness in my soul, so that my whole life reflects Your abundance. Amen.
Chapter 14
Abraham—Imagination as the Gateway to Faith
Abraham’s story is one of the clearest examples of how God uses our imagination to draw His promises into reality. Romans 4:17 says God spoke of Abraham as a “father of many nations” before he ever had a single child. He gave Abraham a promise that seemed impossible in the natural.
To help Abraham’s faith grow, God used a vivid image:
“Look now toward heaven, and count the stars if you are able to number them. So shall your descendants be.” (Genesis 15:5)
By looking at the stars, Abraham engaged his imagination. He didn’t just hear God’s words—he saw them in his mind’s eye. Every night when he looked at the sky, he was reminded of the promise, and his imagination stirred his faith.
Imagination and Action—Partners in Manifestation
Abraham’s imagination was not idle. It shaped his decisions:
- He stopped identifying as “childless.”
- He spoke and acted as though the promise was real.
- He and Sarah conceived Isaac because they “judged Him faithful who had promised” (Hebrews 11:11).
This is the same principle we saw with Jacob’s branches and Peter’s nets. Abraham used his imagination to see the stars, and then he acted in alignment with what he saw.
How Can We Use This Today?
Just like Abraham, we can:
Use symbols—like the stars for Abraham, or ladders and branches for us—to anchor our vision.
Fill our imagination with what God says, not just what we see.
Speak God’s promises out loud—let our words match the inner vision.
Take steps of faith, even small ones, that align with what we believe.
Reflection
What promises has God made to you that feel impossible? What symbols or images can you keep before your eyes to strengthen your faith? Are there steps of faith you can take today, even if they seem small?
Father, thank You for the power of imagination. Help me to see with the eyes of faith—like Abraham saw the stars—so I can live in the fullness of Your promises. Teach me to speak, act, and believe in ways that draw heaven’s abundance into my life. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Chapter 15
Imagination as a Ladder
for Healing and Opportunity
Imagination is more than just daydreaming—it’s a ladder between our spirit and soul, a bridge that can bring heaven’s power into our lives. In Genesis 28, Jacob saw a ladder reaching from earth to heaven. He said, “Surely the Lord is in this place, and I did not know it.” God was showing him that there’s always a connection between the seen and unseen—if we are awake to it!
Healing the Body—A Ladder of Imagination
Many times, Jesus said, “Your faith has healed you.” Faith often begins in the imagination. The woman with the issue of blood (Mark 5) imagined herself touching the hem of Jesus’ garment and being healed. Her imagination moved her to action.
In the same way, when we imagine ourselves healthy and whole, we’re aligning our soul (mind, will, emotions) with the reality of God’s promises in our spirit. Our imagination becomes a ladder that carries the healing power of God from our spirit to our body.
New Opportunities—Climbing Higher with Imagination
Opportunities can also come when we allow our imagination to dream. In Luke 5, Peter had fished all night and caught nothing. But Jesus said, “Put out into deep water.” Peter didn’t see the fish, but he listened to Jesus and imagined the possibility of abundance. His imagination became the ladder that moved him from empty nets to overflowing boats.
Practical Steps for Using Your Imagination as a Ladder
See Yourself Whole – If you’re believing for healing, don’t just speak it—picture yourself healthy and strong, enjoying life, doing what you love.
See Yourself Blessed – If you’re believing for provision or promotion, use a symbol (like our toy ladder or a verse of Scripture) and imagine yourself already there.
Speak and Act – Let your words and actions match what you’re imagining. Like Jacob placing the branches where the animals fed, create practical reminders in your life of what you believe.
Trust God’s Presence – Like Jacob said, “Surely the Lord is in this place,” remind yourself that God is with you, even if you don’t see Him yet. His presence is the foundation of your ladder.
A Personal Reflection
I often think about how our daughter’s cardboard cat house became the bridge that brought “Little Guy” into our lives. Her imagination wasn’t just wishful thinking—it was a ladder of faith that reached into our family and brought a new companion home.
Father, thank You for the gift of imagination. Help me to use it as a ladder of faith, climbing higher into Your healing, provision, and opportunities. Teach me to see with the eyes of my spirit, to speak Your Word boldly, and to act in faith. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Chapter 16
Casting the Net of Your Imagination
When Jesus stood in Peter’s boat, He gave an instruction that changed everything: “Put out into deep water, and let down your nets for a catch.” Peter’s response shows the journey of every believer: “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and caught nothing. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.”
Peter’s empty nets were like our own empty dreams—efforts that didn’t produce fruit, work that felt in vain. But Jesus invited Peter to see differently. He challenged Peter to use his net again, not just with his hands, but with faith and imagination.
Your Imagination is Your Net
Imagination is like a net you cast out into the waters of possibility. It stretches out into places you can’t physically reach. When you imagine God’s promises coming true, you’re letting down your net into the depths of His faithfulness.
Just as Peter’s net pulled in a catch beyond anything he’d seen before, your imagination can gather in blessings that were always there, waiting for you to reach out in faith.
How to Cast Your Net of Imagination
Get Jesus in Your Boat
Peter’s turning point wasn’t just the net—it was the presence of Jesus in the boat. Invite Him to sit at the center of your thoughts. Surrender your imagination to Him.
Trust Beyond Past Disappointments
Peter had fished all night and caught nothing. Maybe you’ve “fished” for years—dreamed, tried, worked hard—but seen no results. Let Jesus’ words fill you with fresh expectation. Your net of imagination works best when you cast it out again in faith.
See What Others Can’t See
The fish were there all along, but Peter couldn’t see them. Sometimes the blessings are invisible until faith and imagination work together. When you imagine God’s promises, you’re opening your eyes to what’s already possible in His Kingdom.
Expect Overflow
Peter’s net didn’t just bring in enough fish for himself—it was so full that he needed help to gather the abundance. Your imagination, too, can bring in blessings beyond your own needs, spilling over to bless others around you.
A Net of Faith and Imagination
We often think of imagination as “daydreaming,” but it’s far more than that. In Scripture, faith itself is described as the substance of things hoped for (Hebrews 11:1). That substance begins in the unseen—right where your imagination lives.
- Imagination helps you see God’s promises as real.
- It gathers up the invisible blessings and brings them into your reality.
- Like a net, it draws in the harvest of faith you’ve planted.
Questions to Reflect
- What promises of God are you seeing in your spirit today?
- What “deep water” is Jesus asking you to cast your net into?
- Have you given up casting because of past disappointments?
Lord, I give You my imagination—my net. Teach me to cast it out in faith, to see what You see, and to believe that You have more for me than I can even imagine. Fill my net with blessings, not just for me, but for everyone You’ve called me to bless. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Chapter 17
From Invisible to Visible: The Fisherman’s Secret
Imagine a fisherman standing at the edge of a lake. The water is calm and blue. On the surface, there’s no sign of life—no fish to be seen, no ripples to hint at what lies beneath. But the fisherman knows a secret: just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it’s not there.
When the fisherman casts his net into the water, he’s reaching into the invisible realm. The fish are there—hidden, silent, moving in a world we cannot see. The net plunges down, disappearing for a moment as it enters this hidden world. Then, just as suddenly, the net reappears, bursting with the abundance that was always there but unseen.
The Net: A Bridge Between Realms
This is the mystery of the fisherman’s net: it is both visible and invisible. Above the water, you see the net’s edge. Below, it vanishes into the unseen depths. When it reappears, it carries the invisible into the visible world.
This is the same way your faith and your imagination work. Jesus said, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you” (Matthew 6:33). When He said this, He wasn’t just talking about religion or a far-off heaven—He was inviting us to reach into the invisible realm of God’s kingdom.
The Kingdom: The Invisible Realm
The kingdom of God is real, but it’s not always visible to the natural eye. It’s a realm of promise, healing, abundance, and purpose. When Jesus says to seek this kingdom, He’s saying:
- Go deeper than the surface of life.
- Reach with your faith and your imagination into the invisible world of the Spirit.
- Pull into your life what was always there, waiting for you.
Just like the fisherman’s net, your imagination disappears for a moment when you use it—it leaves the visible world and enters the realm of dreams, faith, and spiritual reality. Then, just as suddenly, it reappears, bringing with it the blessings you couldn’t see before.
Faith and Imagination: Your Spiritual Net
- Your faith is the edge of the net—it’s what you believe.
- Your imagination is the net itself—it stretches, curves, and dives down where you cannot go.
- When you cast it out—when you imagine God’s goodness and promises—you are fishing in the invisible realm.
- What you bring back is the manifestation of God’s abundance in your life.
The Invitation: Dive Deeper
Jesus told Peter, “Put out into deep water, and let down your nets for a catch” (Luke 5:4). He’s still saying that to us today. Go deeper. Let your faith and imagination dive into the kingdom of God. Don’t be afraid of what you can’t see—God’s realm is teeming with abundance, waiting to be pulled into your world.
Reflection Questions
- What blessings are you seeking to bring from the invisible into the visible?
- How can you let your imagination and faith work together as a “net”?
- Are there places where you’ve been content to fish only in the shallow water, when Jesus is calling you to go deeper?
Father, thank You that Your kingdom is real, even when I can’t see it. Teach me to cast out the net of my faith and imagination, to bring Your promises into my life. Help me to trust that even when I can’t see it, You are working in the invisible realm. Let my life overflow with the blessings You have prepared for me. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Chapter 18
Called to be a Miracle Worker?
What if I told you that your real calling as a Christian is to move things from the invisible world and make them appear in the visible world? Would that surprise you? It surprises a lot of people. Many of us have been taught to keep our heads down, be humble, and not expect too much. But what if that very humility is actually hiding a much bigger calling?
The Surprising Calling of the Christian
Throughout the Bible, we see people who partnered with God to bring what was unseen into the realm of sight and touch. Abraham believed in a child he couldn’t see. Moses called water from a rock. Elijah called fire from heaven. Jesus took five loaves and two fish and multiplied them to feed thousands. Each of them reached into the invisible world of faith and brought back something that changed lives.
Jesus: The Ultimate Example
Jesus said, “I only do what I see my Father doing” (John 5:19). What was He seeing? He was seeing the invisible kingdom of God—already complete, already abundant. He brought it into the visible world—healing the sick, feeding the hungry, calming the storms.
And then He said to us:
“Whoever believes in Me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these.” (John 14:12)
He was talking about you.
A New Perspective on Humility
Many of us have thought that humility means not expecting much, not wanting too much. But real humility is agreeing with what God says about you—even if it feels bigger than you imagined! If God says you’re called to bring heaven to earth, then agreeing with Him is the humble thing to do.
Imagination and Faith: Your Spiritual Tools
If we are indeed called to be miracle workers, then our imagination and faith are the tools we use to reach into the invisible world. It’s like Jesus telling Peter to let down the nets—He was teaching Peter to see abundance where there was emptiness, to trust that God’s supply was bigger than the natural world showed.
The Invitation: Becoming a Miracle Worker
- Are you willing to let God stretch your faith?
- Are you willing to imagine more than you’ve dared to before?
- Are you willing to believe that He wants to work miracles through you?
If so, you’re already stepping into your real calling.
Reflection
- What miracle has God put on your heart, even if you’re not sure how it will happen?
- Where have you been afraid to dream bigger, because you didn’t think it was “humble”?
- How can you start partnering with the invisible kingdom of God today?
Lord, open my eyes to see the invisible. Help me to see what You’re doing and to agree with it. Show me how to partner with You to bring Your kingdom from the invisible into the visible world. I’m willing—teach me to be a miracle worker for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Final Chapter
From a Ladder to Miracles — Your Call to Wake Up
It all began with a simple, even playful thought: why not call this year “The Year of the Ladder?” A small toy ladder sat on our kitchen bench, a symbol—at first just a joke—that somehow started to manifest real ladders into our lives. Little did I know that this small idea was a whisper from God, nudging us into something far greater.
Now, as we come to the end of this journey together, I want to offer you another thought. It might seem a little bold, maybe even humorous at first—what if we renamed this year “The Year of Miracles?”
Not just to hope for miracles but to realize that God may actually be calling you—yes, you reading this—to step into your true identity as a miracle worker.
You’ve heard the stories—the net is already in the boat, but you have to cast it out. You’ve dreamed of ladders, branches, and nets; now it’s time to wake up those parts of your mind and heart that have been asleep.
It’s time to move from dreaming to doing, from seeing to acting.
Wake Up, Everyone!
You are not just a spectator. You are called to be an active participant in God’s kingdom.
- Let down your net — cast your imagination and faith into the invisible realm, and watch God bring in the catch.
- Climb your ladder — step up in your faith and purpose, moving higher into the calling God has placed on your life.
- Peel your branches — prepare the environment where blessings will multiply and manifest in your life.
This is your moment. The net is in your boat. The ladder is before you. The branches are waiting.
God’s invitation stands:
Wake up! You are a miracle worker.
Will you step out in faith and answer that call today?
Thank you for journeying with me. May this Year of Miracles be the year your faith transforms the invisible into the visible, and your life becomes a testimony of God’s supernatural power at work.
Let down your net. Climb your ladder. Peel your branches. Wake up—and walk in the miracles God has already prepared for you.
Bonus Chapter
The Net is Full
You may be staring at an empty boat right now. You’re not alone—many of us have been there, seeing only what’s lacking. But let me remind you: in the story of Peter, the net was full while the boat was empty. Jesus asked Peter to let down his net, not because of what was already in the boat, but because of what was waiting in the invisible realm, just beneath the surface.
What if your net is already full, even if your boat looks empty?
This is an invitation to wake up the eyes of your imagination. To look beyond the empty boat and see the net, teeming with possibilities that exist in the spiritual realm, waiting for you to draw them in.
We live in a world that believes in invisible things. Every time you use a debit card, a credit card, or your phone to make a purchase, no one sees the money—yet everyone accepts that it’s there, moving unseen through computer networks. Even paper money, the cash we hold, is really just an idea—an agreement, a symbol of value that we all believe in.
What if moving resources from the spiritual world to the material world was just as real—and just as normal—as these transactions? What if God is ready to train you in this unseen world, but you’ve been unaware of His heavenly training school?
Here’s a simple invitation: place an object somewhere in your home that will remind you of this mystery.
A toy ladder, a picture, anything that speaks to your heart.
Let it be a silent signpost, a call to your imagination and your faith.
Begin to experiment. See what happens.
Watch for the surprising ways the invisible becomes visible, for the small signs that hint at bigger truths.
And as you do, let us know what you discover.
Share the stories of your own “full net,” so that together we can learn and grow in this journey of faith and imagination.
The net is full.
The boat may look empty, but it’s time to let down your imagination—and see what rises to the surface.
Thank You for Reading
Thank you for joining us on this journey of ladders, nets, and the beautiful mysteries of faith.
We hope these words have stirred your imagination.
And helped you sense the blessings waiting to be gathered.
May you discover the full nets in your life, even when the boat seems empty.
May you climb every ladder, let down every net, and never stop dreaming with God.
With love and gratitude.
Tony Egar
Brisbane, Australia
Free Faith Books 