READY

Definition of Ready:
In a suitable state for an action or situation; fully prepared.

Synonyms of Ready:
Willing, prepared, disposed, in the mood, prone, likely, etc.

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We shall need to make a brand new venture into open-mindedness. We shall need to raise our eyes toward perfection, and be ready to walk in that direction. It will seldom matter how haltingly we walk. The only question will be ‘Are we ready?’ –Bill W. / 12 & 12 p.68 | More…

Readiness means a right relationship to God and a knowledge of where we are at present. We are so busy telling God where we would like to go. Readiness for God means that we are ready to do the tiniest little thing or the great big thing, it makes no difference. We have no choice in what we want to do, whatever God’s programme may be we are there, ready. Be ready for the sudden surprise visits of God. A ready person never needs to get ready. Think of the time we waste trying to get ready when God has called! The burning bush is a symbol of everything that surrounds the ready soul, it is ablaze with the presence of God. –My Utmost for His Highest | More…