Everyday Truth with Kurt Skelly

Cancerous discouragement

That’s exactly what discouragement is: cancer. It does its subtle work from the inside out. And when it becomes the “group think,” it can neutralize an entire organization. Renewed motivations and adjusted plans make all the difference! How does that work? Listen in!

You better watch your back!

Have you ever dealt with a bully? How about a spiritual one? They can be loud and intimidating, and even downright scary. But they do their best work when they get you to quit, or at least change your direction. Nehemiah had the perfect solution.

Sticks and stones

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Perhaps you heard this as a child. Trouble is, it’s just not true. The Bible makes it clear that words are weapons that can deeply wound. How do you deal with them when they invade your space?

Why can’t we all just work together?

Good people and good causes have stumbled and even failed simply because of disorganization. If you lead, you should listen to this episode.

I’m a nobody

One of the amazing things about the Bible is the frequent mentions it gives to obscure people. Learn a few reasons why in today’s conversation.

The power of alone time

After months of planning, praying, and preparing, Nehemiah finally arrived in Jerusalem. The supplies had arrived with him, and he carried all the necessary permits from the king himself. Yet, before he said a word to the people, Nehemiah sensed the importance of spending a few days alone surveying the situation and breathing in the moment. Leaders need to learn how to get alone first.

Just pray about it

I’ve heard that advice from well-meaning people, and so have you. And I certainly don’t want to underestimate the incredible resource we have in prayer. But praying about something without a bias for acting is both fruitless and disingenuous. God often uses you to be the answer to your prayer!

It’s not my fault!

Not many things are as frustrating as being blamed for something you didn’t do. But responsibility sometimes goes deeper than what the surface alone reveals. Few prayers express humility any better than Nehemiah’s prayer for a broken group of people.

Uncomfortable

Show me the questions you ask, and I will show you where your true interests lie. The blessings and comforts of God’s blessings can sometimes blur our vision for those in need and numb our sensibilities to their pain. Is God allowed to interrupt your comfortable life?

Decisions do not guarantee actions

Just because you see the priority of serving God or even possess a desire to follow Him does not mean that it will actually happen. A wise leader will qualify and clarify the decisions people make. Then he will provide the practical accountability needed to assure long-term success.