“Not every vision should be announced before it has been examined.”
Nehemiah 2:11–18
Nehemiah arrived in Jerusalem with a burden and permission to act, yet he did not begin with a public announcement. He quietly examined the broken walls so that the vision would be grounded in the true condition of the work.
Before presenting an idea, examine the problem, the cost, the resources, the people affected and the risks that could prevent completion. Careful inspection does not weaken faith; it prepares faithful action.
One faithful step
Examine one proposed idea through five questions: What is the problem, what will it cost, who is affected, what resources are available and what could prevent completion?
Build with Wisdom. Lead with Integrity. Serve with Purpose.
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