The Power of Preparation in Waiting.
A man's readiness for what he is waiting for is determined by his preparation. We always pray and intercede for things we need to move forward, but we don't plan for them. Preparation provides a response to the question, "How will I handle it when it arrives?" Are you planning for her, bro, while you pray for a marital partner? Are you improving your understanding of women? Are you amassing pertinent information about the female gender? Oh, and how about leading a family? Have you thought about that?
It's not just about praying and waiting for answers; it's also crucial to prepare for them.
"Father give me a child". What do you know about parenting? What insights have you gained into raising a child in the Lord's ways?
It's beyond being a mother, it's about guiding that young chap in the way of the Lord.
"Lord, I need a job"
I'll give it to you, son, but how much do you know about the role you're praying for? How many managerial courses have you taken if you want to be a manager?
Wishing for something doesn't make you ready; preparing is what gets you ready and fit for what you want.
"See, ehn, my wedding day will be glorious, everything will be as white as snow."
Congratulations in advance ma, after the wedding are you preparing for the marriage? Have you learnt how to relate with in-laws? Have you acquired knowledge about building a home? What do you know about supporting your spouse? Have you considered the financial responsibilities of keeping a home?
"Lord, you have called me to the mountain of governance, please use me"
Dear Son, I will use you but what do you know about governance? what have you learnt about politics in Africa or politics in Europe? what exactly are you intending to govern? Have you sat down to consider the bottlenecks in today's governance? How do you intend to solve them?
If you fail to prepare, you have only prepared to fail.
Preparation says "If you are given what you are praying and waiting for, how will you use it?"
Whatever it is you desire and pray for, ensure you don't stop at expecting the answers, ensure you prepare for the answers.
The secret to making the best use of your answered prayers is preparation.
Don't just wait, while waiting prepare.
