What are you willing to do that others are not willing to do?

Most things don't happen overnight.

"Kids" at the Olympics. People amaze the world when they are only 18 or 22 years old. They weren't born with this gift. They trained and trained for countless hours since they were 6 or 8 years old. They were willing to swim hours and hours in a pool. They were disciplined enough to run and run for hours every day in the wind, the heat and the cold.
Successful business people, speakers, writers, actors, singers, and artists usually don't happen overnight. They were willing to get up early and practice hours every day in order to gain excellence.

The "average" American has college debt, credit card debt, and very little savings. Many people approach retirement without the savings they will need to live out their years without a full-time job. If a person isn't average in their finances, it usually means they were willing to make sacrifices and delay gratification for many years.

How do people grow spiritually?
How do churches grow and reach people?

It's because they are willing to do things that others are not willing to do.

Noah was willing to build the ark.
Abraham left his country by faith.
Joseph had integrity.
Moses overcame his fear.

A Christian can choose to do things that aren't easy. They can read the Bible every day. They can forgive and ask for forgiveness. They can pray for their enemies. They can serve others instead of being served.

A church can give their time and talents to build up the next generation. Married people can reach out to college students and single adults. People who are comfortable sitting in their favorite pew can get up and go sit beside a guest. Churches can organize their efforts to serve people who need help. Pastors can train new leaders and let them shine. Retired people can use their free time to volunteer.

​What are you willing to do that others are not willing to do?