After reading the assigned reading and using the “If I Took the Ezra Experience Seriously” lecture note, you will write a 2–3-page essay, outline, or bulleted list reflecting upon how you will prepare for the teaching opportunity you have selected for the course project. This reflection must be personal, practical, and pointed the appropriate components of the “Good Hands” principle and the Pillars of Personal Ministry as presented in the materials.
Finally, conclude by writing on the identification and application of your Life Message. What doctrinal convictions and life experiences shape what you teach? What are the 3 most important lessons you learned in this exercise of reflecting upon the need for personal preparation in teaching? How will it affect your teaching ministry? Your completed assignment must be at least 2–3 pages in essay, answer the work sheet questions in outline, or bulleted format and in current Turabian format.