Commit to memory: “…Prepare your minds for action…” (1 Peter 1:13).

For donkey years now, the motto of the Boys Scout has been “Be prepared.” It’s an excellent motto to follow in our everyday life and also in our spiritual life if we so desire a fruitful and excellent life.

There is a difference between foolish preparation and wise preparation. Preparation is often the difference between success and failure. That’s true in our spiritual lives. That’s true in every area of our lives. Preparation is a key to advancing in life, destiny and in the Kingdom. Athletes know the importance of preparation. To compete and do well, they need to be in good shape mentally and physically. It takes hours and hours and hours of practice. Total commitment to preparation is required.

Musicians spend countless hours practicing scales and playing the same piece over and over again until they get it right. The manager goes over the inventory, over the budget, over the finances, over the plans and the procedures until everything is in place. Preparation is the key to success in every area of our lives. So we see today’s commit to memory says “Prepare your minds for action…” I pray may we be prepared so our lamps may be filled. Only then can we be faithful stewards by sharing our light and our lives with Christ and others. Amen.

Reflection: Failure to prepare gravitates tragic consequences and births failure.

Prayer Lines: Father, prepare my mind for actions that will guaranty my glorious future.