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In this episode of “Kingdom Questions,” Victor Vigorito discusses how to start the new year right by extracting insights from the book of Nehemiah. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with God’s vision for one’s life and maintaining a defensive posture to protect the progress made in spiritual growth, especially against resistance from our own flesh.
Victor explains that resistance can manifest in various ways, starting with our flesh, which can sabotage spiritual work. He cites Second Corinthians chapter ten, urging listeners to take every thought captive to Christ, emphasizing that this command is directed at oneself, not at others. He warns about the common tactics used by the adversary, particularly how the devil operates like a roaring lion seeking to devour believers.
Delving into Nehemiah chapter six, Victor discusses an instance where Nehemiah discerned a false prophecy designed to instill fear. The false prophet was actually hired by enemies to frighten Nehemiah into making sinful decisions. Victor underscores the importance of assessing the motives behind any prophecy that produces fear, clarifying that if it drives one to sin, it is not from God.
Victor further reinforces the idea that engaging in ministry will likely invite opposition, whether from oneself or from others, and that prayer and a clear vision from God are essential to withstand these challenges. He notes that living a life of faith, despite opposition, brings true fulfillment and understanding of God’s faithfulness.
Main Theme: Importance of connecting with God’s vision for life
In this episode of “Kingdom Questions,” Victor Vigorito discusses how to start the new year right by extracting insights from the book of Nehemiah. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with God’s vision for one’s life and maintaining a defensive posture to protect the progress made in spiritual growth, especially against resistance from our own flesh.
Victor explains that resistance can manifest in various ways, starting with our flesh, which can sabotage spiritual work. He cites Second Corinthians chapter ten, urging listeners to take every thought captive to Christ, emphasizing that this command is directed at oneself, not at others. He warns about the common tactics used by the adversary, particularly how the devil operates like a roaring lion seeking to devour believers.
Delving into Nehemiah chapter six, Victor discusses an instance where Nehemiah discerned a false prophecy designed to instill fear. The false prophet was actually hired by enemies to frighten Nehemiah into making sinful decisions. Victor underscores the importance of assessing the motives behind any prophecy that produces fear, clarifying that if it drives one to sin, it is not from God.
Victor further reinforces the idea that engaging in ministry will likely invite opposition, whether from oneself or from others, and that prayer and a clear vision from God are essential to withstand these challenges. He notes that living a life of faith, despite opposition, brings true fulfillment and understanding of God’s faithfulness.
Main Theme: Importance of connecting with God’s vision for life
