The Launch

My time has not yet come.

Jesus [John 2:4 9 (NIV)]

A wedding launched Jesus’ ministry. His mom was there. His friends were there. None of them could have guessed what would happen that day. Maybe not even Jesus—He said He wasn’t ready. But His mom was persuasive. She asked for help and Jesus responded.

Has a need propelled you to write a post, an article, or a book?

Has it seized your imagination and compelled you to act? How have you launched that response into the stratosphere?

Jesus saw the jars used for ceremonial washing and had an idea. (Sometimes all it takes is an idea!) From there, the idea morphed into action and action produced the result that rocked the world.

How will your idea lead to action and change the course of events for another?

The thing that’s so interesting is His choice of vessel. What was used for ceremony and ritual, held what represented His blood, sacrifice, and atonement. No longer needing religious ceremony, we now come in relationship as we are cleansed by the blood of Jesus!

What vessel will you use to launch your product?

Maybe it is an everyday object like a post on social media, or something set aside for special use, like a Launch Party where you sign your books.

You may feel like you’re not ready. Is it time to step out in faith?

Exercise:

1. Read John 2:1-11
2. Be where you need to be. John 2:2. Are you connecting with other writers who can take the journey with you?
3. Identify the need. John 2:3.
4. Confront your obstacles. John 2:4. What is holding you back?
5. Take a step to solve the problem. John 2:6-7. What tools are available?
6. Involve others in the solution. John 2:7-8. Do you have a Prayer Team, a Launch Team, or a Dream Team? Each group has a specific function to help in your quest. Let them be a part of the solution. They will feel needed and celebrate the results with you.
7. Test your project and get feedback. John 2:8-9. Book reviews and endorsements help others know about your Grand Idea.
8. Trust the results in God’s hands. John 2:11. Your timing may not feel right but God’s timing is perfect. May we be ready to step out in faith when God says, “Go.”

What Big Idea will you launch?