Opportunity: Prepared to Take the Next Step

Pastor Daniel Medders reflects on D-Day, meeting his wife Stephanie, and an anniversary hike to show that meaningful opportunities rarely arrive under convenient conditions. Through Simon Peter’s response to Jesus in Luke 5, he explains that faithful obedience often unfolds through a series of steps that require preparation, trust, and a willingness to move beyond fatigue or excuses. He challenges Christians to serve proactively, adjust their schedules, and respond to people in need without placing the burden of asking for help on those who are already struggling. He then encourages ECN to prepare for continued growth by strengthening its ministries, expanding its facilities, and using its resources to welcome more people and share the gospel.