Everyday Truth with Kurt Skelly

Life’s biggest choice

What would you say to your loved ones if you had one final chance? If you could give them one piece of advice about their future, what would it be? Joshua seized that very opportunity, and his words still ring with a weighty familiarity to this day.

Leaders, look out!

Joshua has a specific message for leaders. Are you a parent, church leader, or small group leader? Do people look to you for influence in any way? You’d do well to hear these warnings and instructions!

Dealing with critical brothers

We’ve all been unjustly criticized, and we’ve all been on the giving end too. Today’s episode explores a few great biblical strategies for dealing with unjust criticism when it shows up on your doorstep. The first response alone is worth listening!

Don’t be so quick to judge!

Sometimes we think we know the truth about another person’s motives, and we passionately act upon that knowledge. How unwise! When we assume the motives of others, we enter a domain where only God rightfully rules. We are too often guilty of accusing without asking and overreacting without thinking.

Going home!

Few trips are as satisfying as when one goes back home after a long time away. College students understand this, and military personnel especially do. But be careful! Even healthy transitions can introduce their own unique dangers.

A sad story with a happy ending

Levi and Simeon did some pretty awful things. And there were consequences. Harsh ones. So how did it happen that the Levites actually ended up in a place of great blessing?

What the Bible says about sanctuary cities

Long before the concept became one of modern political debate, the Bible outlined some pretty specific criteria for what a sanctuary city should be. And they were not a zone to protect illegality, but a safe place to pursue proper justice. Interesting stuff!

Reasons and seasons

We are often thrust into different roles at different seasons in our lives. Some are more exciting than others, and some are more valued by the onlooking crowd. We must simply do our best in whatever role God has placed us for however long He has intended for that season to last.

Calling a timeout

Good coaches understand the value—even the necessity—of a strategic timeout, especially when the other team has the advantage. Why then would Joshua call a timeout when his team seemed to be winning handily?

Dealing with complainers

This episode features great leadership lessons to remember, especially when people offer groundless complaints. Leaders provide opportunities instead of handouts. They understand how to navigate complaints constructively. Listen in!