Get Ready With Me: Preparing in Life's Good Times
We've all seen those "Get Ready With Me" videos flooding social media. Influencers invite us into their morning routines, showing us how they prepare for their day. But what if I told you that the most important "get ready" moments of your life aren't when you're facing challenges, but when everything is going well?
The Unexpected Preparation Time
Recently, as I was getting my son ready for his first day of pre-school, I had an epiphany. We had done everything we could to prepare - new backpack, shoes, visited the classroom. But as I tucked him in the night before, he looked at me with those big eyes and said, "Dad, I think I'm ready for tomorrow. But... what if I'm not?"
That's when it hit me. Sometimes, our most crucial preparation happens when we least expect it - in our moments of comfort and peace.
Three Ways to Get Ready When Life is Good
1. Recognize Golden Opportunities
When life is smooth sailing, it's easy to coast. But these are the moments when we should be most alert. Look around you. That comfortable job? It's not just a paycheck; it's a platform to influence your workplace for Christ. That good health you're enjoying? It's an opportunity to serve others with vigor.
Ask yourself: What opportunities am I overlooking in my current season of blessing?
2. Deepen Your Roots
Think of a tree. It doesn't wait for a storm to strengthen its roots. It grows deeper in times of plenty, preparing for future challenges. Similarly, our spiritual roots need to grow deepest when life is good.
How can you deepen your spiritual roots today? Maybe it's establishing a consistent prayer routine, diving deeper into Bible study, or investing in meaningful relationships within your faith community.
3. Seek Wisdom in the Sunshine
Often, we seek wisdom in times of trouble. But what if we actively pursued it in times of peace? When we're not under pressure, we have the clarity to see God's truth and let it take root in our hearts.
Challenge yourself to learn something new about God every day, especially when life feels easy. Seek out mentors, engage in deep conversations about faith, and always be curious about God's word.
The Ultimate Preparation
As important as all these preparations are, there's one that surpasses them all - accepting Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. This is the ultimate "Get Ready With Me" moment. It's not about preparing for a day, or a season, or even a lifetime. It's about preparing for eternity.
Your Platform for Purpose
Remember, your current blessings aren't just gifts; they're responsibilities. They're platforms for purpose. The next time you're having a great day, ask yourself: "What am I getting ready for?"
Because with God, your best days aren't just gifts - they're gear-up moments for greatness.
Are you ready to turn your blessings into a launchpad for God's purpose? Are you prepared to see your comfortable times as preparation for His calling?
Let's get ready together - not just for today, not just for tomorrow, but for eternity. Because with Christ, we're not just facing the day; we're transforming the world.