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Eat the Frog

Procrastination isn't merely a productivity pitfall; it’s a spiritual resistance to the calling God has placed on your life.

We all face those crucial, high-stakes tasks that feel daunting, the very ones we're most tempted to avoid. Mark Twain famously said, "If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And if it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first."

This "frog" represents that uncomfortable, overwhelming, yet absolutely vital task. But what if these "frogs" are precisely where God wants to refine us? The are that, once conquered, propels you forward in His purpose.

"Eating the frog" is more than a simple productivity hack; it's a profound act of spiritual discipline and stewardship. It means dedicating your freshest, most focused hours to the most impactful work, before the distractions of the day can steal your momentum. No scrolling, no trivial tasks—just direct confrontation with what matters most. When you tackle your biggest challenge first, you don't just gain a sense of accomplishment; you honor God with your firstfruits of effort, creating a cascade of divine momentum. The rest of your day feels lighter, more manageable, and infused with purpose.

Consider the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30). The servant who buried his talent out of fear received rebuke, while those who multiplied theirs were celebrated. Procrastination is often a form of "burying your talent," limiting your potential and failing to maximize the contributions God has entrusted to you. Avoiding these hard tasks is "coasting"—a selfish act that hinders your growth and diminishes your impact. As Proverbs 12:24 declares, "Diligent hands will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor." Are you ruling over your tasks with diligence, or allowing laziness to rule you?

When you consistently face the hard things first, you build spiritual resilience and unwavering confidence. Each time you step out in faith to conquer, you expand your capacity to lead, to serve, and to handle even greater responsibilities—just as the master in Matthew 25:23 says, "You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things." This discipline not only grows you professionally but solidifies your reputation as someone God can trust with His toughest, most critical assignments. Let this habit become the foundation of your personal and professional growth, enabling you to lead with God-given strength, clarity, and unshakeable purpose.

Brave Truth: Your greatest growth lies on the other side of your greatest challenge—trust God, face it boldly, and watch Him multiply your impact.

Action Steps:

1. Identify Your Frog: Before you end your workday today, identify the single most important task for tomorrow. That is your frog.
2. Schedule the Meal: Block out the first 60-90 minutes of your next workday on your calendar specifically for "eating the frog."
3. Execute Without Hesitation: When the time comes, honor your schedule and attack that task before you do anything else.

Reflection Questions:

1. What is the "frog" that you have been avoiding this week?
2. How does procrastination on important tasks affect your stress levels and overall effectiveness?
3. What would change in your career if you developed the lifelong habit of "eating the frog"?