Podcast Episode 337 - Hidden Heroes of Christmas - Wise Men’s Courageous Perseverance
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Summary
What’s the one thing that no matter what challenges comes your way that will help you achieve your goals? Courageous Perseverance! Today we’re exploring this concept through the lens of the wise men from the Christmas story. You’ll discover how the wise men took immediate action, maintaining momentum, and listening to divine guidance and how you can use these lessons as key components for achieving your goals and navigating life's challenges. We conclude this episode with a call to embrace your new year with confidence and courage, applying the lessons learned from the series.
Takeaways
Courageous action is essential for progress.
Immediate action is a key component of faith and perseverance.
The journey may be long, but perseverance is crucial.
Listening to divine promptings can guide us in our actions.
The gifts of the wise men symbolize important aspects of Jesus' life.
Courageous perseverance means never giving up, even when the path is unclear.
Trusting God involves embracing uncertainty and taking action.
Consistency in daily actions is vital for achieving goals.
Reflecting on past guidance can help us move forward.
Embrace the new year with a spirit of adventure and courage.
Sound Bites
"Never give up. Never surrender."
"Identify your star."
"You have got this and Father's got you."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Courageous Action
03:00 Lessons from the Wise Men
06:28 Lesson One - Courageous Perseverance: Taking Immediate Action
08:35 Lesson Two - Courageous Perseverance Keeps Going
13:48 3 Feet from Gold
15:33 Lesson Three - Courageous Perseverance Listens to Promptings & Obeys
21:37 Hidden Heroes Recap
23:47 Embracing the New Year with Courage
24:29 Courageous Action
Courageous Action:
Identify Your Star: Reflect on a goal or calling that excites you deeply. Maybe one you gave up on.
Take Immediate Action—no matter how small—towards it today, trusting the journey ahead.
Commit to Consistency: Set a daily or weekly plan to work consistently on your chosen path, reminding yourself of the Wise Men's perseverance through challenges.
Tune Into Guidance: Spend a moment in quiet reflection or prayer, asking for guidance. Write down any insights or nudges you receive, and commit to being open and adaptable, ready to change course if needed.