because there is no gauge for how deep you will need to dig this well; however, the well you dig will give water to the ministries God will call you to throughout your life. If you abandon the well-digging process too early, at some point in your career and ministry you will run out of water and will be left with a thirsty flock. John Piper has said, “Raking is easy, but all you get is leaves; digging is hard, but you might find diamonds.”2 Too often, seminary students are content to remain on the