I’m reading through Talent Is Never Enough by John Maxwell and it’s pretty good stuff.

The thing that’s challenged me the most so far was the chapter on preparation. Not only do I have the desire, but I fully believe the Lord’s called me into full-time ministry, and because of that, preparation is a pretty big deal.

I often wonder if I’m doing enough of it.

I know I’m not perfect, so what is it about my character that sucks that I should work on? Am I reading enough books? Am I reading the RIGHT books? Am I spending enough time with the Lord? Am I praying enough? Do I love people as best as I can? Am I taking the time to work on my preaching skills?

It’s a never ending list…

“People don’t get a second chance to seize a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” – John Maxwell

Having the desire to capitalize on every once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that comes my way,

- Joe