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In this episode of “Kingdom Questions,” host Victor Vigorito addresses the question of how to start off the New Year from a spiritual perspective. He emphasizes the importance of gaining God’s perspective, referencing Colossians chapter three, which encourages believers to focus on things above rather than on earthly concerns. Victor stresses that while we may not control our circumstances, we can control our responses to them, encouraging listeners to seek God’s vision for their lives.
He introduces Nehemiah as a biblical example of someone who, despite acknowledging sin and the devastation faced by his people, sought God’s will and restoration. Victor recounts Nehemiah’s mourning over Jerusalem’s destruction and his confession of both personal and communal sin. Nehemiah also recalls God’s promise that if the people return to Him, they will be restored.
Victor addresses listeners who might feel like “second class Christians” due to past sins and failures. He encourages them to confess and repent, reminding them that God is faithful to forgive and provide a new start. Victor urges the audience to approach God with humility and a desire to do His will, reinforcing that acknowledgment of one’s shortcomings can lead to renewed purpose and use by God.
As he concludes, Victor highlights that when Nehemiah confessed his burden and prayed for favor, God answered his prayers, illustrating that God is always ready to use those who repent and offer themselves to Him.
Main Theme: Starting the New Year from a spiritual perspective
In this episode of “Kingdom Questions,” host Victor Vigorito addresses the question of how to start off the New Year from a spiritual perspective. He emphasizes the importance of gaining God’s perspective, referencing Colossians chapter three, which encourages believers to focus on things above rather than on earthly concerns. Victor stresses that while we may not control our circumstances, we can control our responses to them, encouraging listeners to seek God’s vision for their lives.
He introduces Nehemiah as a biblical example of someone who, despite acknowledging sin and the devastation faced by his people, sought God’s will and restoration. Victor recounts Nehemiah’s mourning over Jerusalem’s destruction and his confession of both personal and communal sin. Nehemiah also recalls God’s promise that if the people return to Him, they will be restored.
Victor addresses listeners who might feel like “second class Christians” due to past sins and failures. He encourages them to confess and repent, reminding them that God is faithful to forgive and provide a new start. Victor urges the audience to approach God with humility and a desire to do His will, reinforcing that acknowledgment of one’s shortcomings can lead to renewed purpose and use by God.
As he concludes, Victor highlights that when Nehemiah confessed his burden and prayed for favor, God answered his prayers, illustrating that God is always ready to use those who repent and offer themselves to Him.
Main Theme: Starting the New Year from a spiritual perspective
