Everyday Truth with Kurt Skelly

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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?

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!

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.

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?

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!

Few people have ever heard the compelling story of the daughters of Zelophehad, but what a story it is! Hear the exciting story of how a band of sisters made a huge difference for their own family and for the families of countless others.

Typically these are words of complaint. But if we’re honest, so many of life’s incredible blessings come undeserved. The descendants of Joseph learned this in a big way! Check out how in today’s episode.

Caleb had high standards for his future son-in-law! Some really great stories are tucked away in otherwise obscure passages of Scripture. Learn about a young couple whom God used in a tremendous way in the future. What qualities did they have, and what can we learn from them?

What would you do if you suffered a 45 year delay to your most treasured life’s ambition? What if the delay were not even your fault? Learn about one man who didn’t let it discourage him in the least!