“Do the God Thing Instead of the “Good” Thing

In this episode of “Kingdom Questions,” host Victor Vigorito addresses the challenges of starting the new year right by drawing lessons from the book of Nehemiah. He highlights Nehemiah’s mission to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem amidst significant opposition, emphasizing the need for believers to balance their efforts between spiritual and defensive actions, likened to Nehemiah’s workers who carried swords while building.

Victor underscores that as Christians, although delivered from the kingdom of darkness, they still struggle with the remnants of former temptations and must focus on what God has called them to do. He discusses Nehemiah’s unwavering commitment to his vision despite multiple attempts by adversaries, namely Sanballat and Tobiah, to distract and intimidate him.

The podcast elaborates on how the enemy may employ slander and persistent distractions to derail a believer’s mission. Victor encourages listeners to remain steadfast in prayer and to prioritize God’s will over other good but non-divine pursuits. He warns that well-meaning invitations may serve to divert attention from God’s purpose, emphasizing discernment between good choices and God’s specific calling.

The episode concludes with a prayer for guidance in recognizing God’s plan and resisting opposition, promising a follow-up discussion on dealing with slander in the next episode.