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In this episode of “Kingdom Questions,” host Victor Vigorito addresses the topic “Responding to Slander in Ministry.” He begins by welcoming listeners and reminding them of the ongoing focus on vision for the New Year, emphasizing the need to connect one’s vision to the local church and protect it through prayer.
Victor uses the example of Nehemiah from the Bible, specifically chapter six, to illustrate how to respond to slander. He explains that slander can derail ministry efforts, as it is often used by the enemy to discourage servants of God. Victor recounts how Nehemiah faced slander from his adversaries, Sanballat and Tobiah, who accused him of rebellion. Nehemiah responds to their accusations by asserting that the claims are baseless and invented. He highlights that slander often aims to instill fear, causing believers to falter in their work.
Victor also discusses how slander can stem from the past and urges listeners to maintain a clean conscience and confess their sins before engaging in ministry. He reminds them that when trust is placed in God regarding the vision He has given, He will protect that vision and bring it to fruition.
The episode advises that when faced with slander, believers should turn to God for vindication rather than retaliate. Victor cites Psalm seven, reinforcing the importance of seeking God’s help and maintaining good conduct in the face of false accusations. He encourages listeners to persevere in good deeds and continue their ministry work, despite the opposition they may face.
Main Theme: Vision for the New Year connected to the local church and protected through prayer
In this episode of “Kingdom Questions,” host Victor Vigorito addresses the topic “Responding to Slander in Ministry.” He begins by welcoming listeners and reminding them of the ongoing focus on vision for the New Year, emphasizing the need to connect one’s vision to the local church and protect it through prayer.
Victor uses the example of Nehemiah from the Bible, specifically chapter six, to illustrate how to respond to slander. He explains that slander can derail ministry efforts, as it is often used by the enemy to discourage servants of God. Victor recounts how Nehemiah faced slander from his adversaries, Sanballat and Tobiah, who accused him of rebellion. Nehemiah responds to their accusations by asserting that the claims are baseless and invented. He highlights that slander often aims to instill fear, causing believers to falter in their work.
Victor also discusses how slander can stem from the past and urges listeners to maintain a clean conscience and confess their sins before engaging in ministry. He reminds them that when trust is placed in God regarding the vision He has given, He will protect that vision and bring it to fruition.
The episode advises that when faced with slander, believers should turn to God for vindication rather than retaliate. Victor cites Psalm seven, reinforcing the importance of seeking God’s help and maintaining good conduct in the face of false accusations. He encourages listeners to persevere in good deeds and continue their ministry work, despite the opposition they may face.
Main Theme: Vision for the New Year connected to the local church and protected through prayer
