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我，Stephen Furtick，在今天的布道中阐述了预备的重要性。我们常常无法发挥出全部潜力，因为我们没有做好充分的准备。以利沙和耶和华王的故事说明了这一点：耶和华王因以利沙的病痛而哭泣，错失了良机，而以利沙则给了他行动的指示，让他行动起来，而不是沉浸在悲伤中。许多时候，我们并非缺乏知识，而是缺乏勇气或信念，阻止我们取得胜利。预先看到胜利能增强信心，我期待着未来，相信最好的还在后头。每个人都有需要面对的挑战，战胜关键的挑战能带来整体的成功，要专注于上帝的应许，而不是挑战本身。专注于上帝的应许能克服恐惧，机会之窗已经打开，但接下来的行动至关重要。有时，我们需要做的不仅仅是生存，而是为了真正成功而付出更多努力，不要停滞不前，要坚持到底。成功的关键在于预先准备，我们目前的成就水平取决于我们的准备程度。我们生活在一个以结果为导向的世界，但成功的关键在于预先的准备。我通过自身经历说明准备的重要性，良好的计划和准备能带来积极的结果。当代社会更注重展示结果而非过程，我们应该重视准备而非仅仅关注发布和即时验证。准备工作对接收信息至关重要，持续坚守岗位才能实现目标。上帝给我们设定了范围，但最终的决定权在我们手中，我们应该为自己的生活负责。成功的关键在于准备工作，就像赛车一样，胜利是在赛前车库里决定的，而非赛道上。上帝先要我们做好准备，然后才会供应我们所需，要专注于基础工作，而不是只关注结果。理解他人的视角很重要，准备过程可能看起来毫无意义，但它对最终目标至关重要。我的事工发展过程说明了准备的重要性，即使是微小的努力，也会带来长远的影响。我分享了在南卡罗来纳州的传教经历，说明即使看似毫无意义的努力，最终也能带来意想不到的成果。上帝的准备过程可能看起来毫无意义，但它对最终目标至关重要，即使是痛苦的经历，也能成为未来的祝福。要相信上帝的引导，即使过程看起来毫无意义，也要坚持下去。以利沙的坚持源于他的行事风格，压力是准备的一部分，我们要学会处理压力。上帝不需要我们完美，只需要我们不断进步，上帝会为我们准备好接班人。以利沙的经历说明，准备过程可能看起来毫无意义，但它对最终目标至关重要，我们要坚持到底，不要半途而废。教会的成功源于团队的准备工作，我们所经历的一切都是因为有人为我们做了准备。教会的幕后工作至关重要，我们应该看到幕后人员的辛勤付出。一位幕后工作人员的经历说明了准备的重要性，即使看似平凡的工作，也能为最终目标做出贡献。上帝一直在为我们做准备，我们要坚持不懈，才能最终获得成功。上帝的准备过程可能看起来毫无意义，但它对最终目标至关重要，我们要坚持到底，才能最终获得成功。

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What is the main theme of the message in 'The Power of Pre'?

The main theme is the importance of preparation in achieving success and fulfilling one's potential. The message emphasizes that people often live at the level of their preparation rather than their potential, and that preparation is key to overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities.

What biblical story does Stephen Furtick use to illustrate the power of preparation?

Stephen Furtick uses the story of Elisha and King Jehoash from 2 Kings 13:14-20. In this story, Elisha instructs Jehoash to strike the ground with arrows as a symbol of preparation for victory over Aram. Jehoash only strikes the ground three times, showing partial commitment, which leads to limited success.

Why does Elisha get angry with King Jehoash in the story?

Elisha gets angry because King Jehoash only strikes the ground three times with the arrows, showing compliance but not full commitment. Elisha explains that if Jehoash had struck the ground five or six times, he would have completely defeated Aram. Instead, his lack of persistence limits his victory.

What does Stephen Furtick mean by 'the power of pre'?

The 'power of pre' refers to the importance of preparation before the actual event or battle. Furtick emphasizes that success is often determined by the groundwork done beforehand, such as premarital counseling, prenatal vitamins, or preschool education. Preparation is key to achieving potential and fulfilling purpose.

How does Stephen Furtick relate preparation to modern life?

Furtick relates preparation to modern life by contrasting the desire for instant validation and posting on social media with the need for disciplined preparation. He uses examples like athletes preparing in the garage before a race and the importance of groundwork in achieving success, emphasizing that preparation is often overlooked but essential.

What lesson does Stephen Furtick draw from the story of Elisha and the ditches?

Furtick draws the lesson that provision follows preparation. In the story, Elisha instructs the kings to dig ditches before the rain comes, symbolizing the need to prepare for God's provision. This teaches that preparation is necessary to receive blessings and that God often requires groundwork before delivering His promises.

What does Stephen Furtick say about the relationship between preparation and promotion?

Furtick explains that promotion follows preparation. He emphasizes that God promotes those who are faithful in their preparation and groundwork. Using the example of Elisha, he highlights that staying committed to one's post and doing the necessary work will lead to divine promotion and fulfillment of purpose.

What practical advice does Stephen Furtick give for those feeling stuck in their preparation?

Furtick advises those feeling stuck to persist in their preparation, even when it doesn't seem to make sense. He encourages them to trust the process and understand that God is using their current circumstances to prepare them for future success. He emphasizes that every challenge and setback is part of the preparation for greater things.

Chapters
This chapter explores the idea that our performance is limited by our preparation, not our potential. It uses the example of the speaker's weight loss journey to illustrate how planning and preparation lead to better outcomes. The chapter emphasizes the importance of preparation over immediate results.
  • Performance is limited by preparation, not potential.
  • Preparation is crucial for achieving goals.
  • The speaker shares a personal weight loss anecdote to illustrate this point.

Shownotes Transcript

Have you been preparing for the provision you’ve been praying for? In the Power of Pre, we’re challenged with the fact that we don’t live at the level of our potential, but at the level of our preparation.

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