“But David said to Saul, ‘Your servant used to keep his father’s sheep, and when a lion or a bear came and took a lamb out of the flock, I went out after it and struck it, and delivered the lamb from its mouth; and when it arose against me, I caught it by its beard, and struck and killed it.’ And Saul said to David, ‘Go, and the Lord be with you!’”

1 Samuel 17:34–37 (NKJV)

DECEMBER 17 - As you pursue personal happiness, preparation is essential. What would happen to the athlete who neglected to train before the season began? He would lose his race. It is no different when it comes to you. If you don’t prepare, you’ll grow weary before you reach your life’s destiny. The process of preparation determines if you move toward or away from your destiny. Preparation is your ticket to success. Just as you can’t get on a plane without a ticket, you can’t succeed without first preparing. Simply arriving at the gate on time doesn’t earn you a ticket for the flight.

I encourage myself with these words: Learn to wait and prepare because God is never late to promote. There is always a required time period of preparation prior to any season. An athlete who does not put himself through a physical training program will not be able to endure the season ahead. The same is true for you and I. Neglecting to prepare for success is actually preparation for failure.

Daily Confession

Father, I thank You that I am patient in my season of preparation and I look forward to the future You desire for me. I do not grow weary in well doing, for in due time, I reap the harvest of a better tomorrow.

Family Scripture Reading

2 Timothy 1

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