In this episode of 'Time for a Difference', hosts David and Joy Skelton explore the profound impact of being a difference maker in the community. They discuss the costs associated with making a difference, emphasizing the importance of stepping out of comfort zones and the sacrifices involved. The conversation highlights the parable of the Good Samaritan as a model for compassion and the necessity of building partnerships to effectively support those in need. The episode encourages listeners to embrace their roles as difference makers and to actively engage in their communities.
Takeaways
· People who have been impacted by difference makers become “differenced”
· Making a difference requires stepping out of your comfort zone.
· The best motivation for making a difference is gratitude for the “differenced” experience that you received from someone.
· Jesus serves as a blueprint for difference making.
· The emotional cost of helping others is significant.
· Compassion often requires personal sacrifice and commitment.
· Building partnerships is the essential help you need in making a lasting impact.
· Difference making is a messy business that requires dedication.
· Every act of kindness can inspire others to make a difference.
Titles
· Making a Difference: The Heart of Compassion
· The Cost of Difference Making
Sound Bites
"Go and do likewise."
"It starts with the heart."
"You need partners to help you with the difference making process with people ."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Difference Making
02:24 The Cost of Making a Difference
09:12 The Good Samaritan: A Blueprint for Compassion
18:28 Building Partnerships in Difference Making
In this episode of 'Time for a Difference', hosts David and Joy Skelton explore the profound impact of being a difference maker in the community. They discuss the costs associated with making a difference, emphasizing the importance of stepping out of comfort zones and the sacrifices involved. The conversation highlights the parable of the Good Samaritan as a model for compassion and the necessity of building partnerships to effectively support those in need. The episode encourages listeners to embrace their roles as difference makers and to actively engage in their communities.
Takeaways
· People who have been impacted by difference makers become “differenced”
· Making a difference requires stepping out of your comfort zone.
· The best motivation for making a difference is gratitude for the “differenced” experience that you received from someone.
· Jesus serves as a blueprint for difference making.
· The emotional cost of helping others is significant.
· Compassion often requires personal sacrifice and commitment.
· Building partnerships is the essential help you need in making a lasting impact.
· Difference making is a messy business that requires dedication.
· Every act of kindness can inspire others to make a difference.
Titles
· Making a Difference: The Heart of Compassion
· The Cost of Difference Making
Sound Bites
"Go and do likewise."
"It starts with the heart."
"You need partners to help you with the difference making process with people ."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Difference Making
02:24 The Cost of Making a Difference
09:12 The Good Samaritan: A Blueprint for Compassion
18:28 Building Partnerships in Difference Making
Keywords
difference making, confrontation, core values, loving confrontation, heart change, prayer, community, outreach
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of confrontation in the context of difference making. They share personal stories and biblical references to illustrate how loving confrontation can lead to heart change and influence in people's lives. The conversation emphasizes the need for compassion and understanding when addressing the struggles of others, and how to approach these situations with the right mindset and words.
Takeaways
· Confrontation can lead to positive change for everyone involved.
· It's essential to ask yourself: What Jesus would say ? In difficult situations.
· Confrontation should focus on the situation, not the person.
· People often find themselves in bad situations due to life circumstances, not intentional choices.
· Loving confrontation is a valuable skill in the difference-making economy.
· Words of truth and hope can inspire change in others.
· Confrontation should aim to restore and uplift, not shame.
· Every person can influence others through godly confrontation.
· Leave room for people to process and change at their own pace.
· Encouragement can plant seeds of hope in those who are struggling.
Titles
· The Art of Loving Confrontation
· Transforming Lives Through Confrontation
Sound Bites
"What would Jesus say?"
"Confront the situation, not the person."
"Let God work upon people's hearts."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Difference Making
01:49 The Power of Confrontation
07:21 Loving Confrontation in the Difference Making Economy
11:13 The Problem is Usually an Erosion of Core Values
14:49 Confrontation as a Tool for Change
20:37 Wrapping Up: The Importance of Confrontation