Every Sunday at 7:30 AM, I teach an optional class for teens willing to forfeit sleep for learning. It’s not part of the usual worship schedule but operates in its own unique time slot—a time often criticized for being too early. Yet, it’s a time that, by default, surprisingly works, drawing an average of 11-20 eager (or at least semi-conscious) faces each week.   The Secret Sauce The attendees are often motivated by two factors: devoted leaders who escort them, and the scrumptious breakfast served by my wife, Tami. Why bring this up on The Promise Blog? It’s the epitome of commitment, requiring 5-10 hours of preparation each week.   The Thrill and Terror of Uncertainty And here’s the real kicker: you never know who’s going to show up. The stakes are always high because each class is like a weekly audition – One dull class, and I may lose them. One amazing class, and, well, I still may lose them to the lure of sleep or weekend activities. Even if I received a Saturday night standing ovation from thousands of people, and hefty amount of money the day before at a convention in Vegas, come Sunday morning, it’s