Can You Say What You Want?

How would you answer, “What do you want?” if asked on a moment’s notice? Would you be prepared to give a ready reply? Or would you ask for more time or say, “I have no idea!” Do you have a goal worth risking your job for? Your life? Nehemiah did – and he was ready to answer when asked, “What do you want?”He models the power of clear, concise, and bold communication as he presents King Artaxerxes with his BHAG – Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal. (Although I don’t know how popular acronyms were in ancient Persia.)Whether our bold ask is from a friend, spouse, boss, or someone else whose cooperation we need, Nehemiah models the importance of communication that’s:ClearConcise      BoldHints are great for crossword puzzles; they don’t work well in personal communication. Save your energy for life’s hard stuff. Be clear, concise, and bold whether you’re asking for a BHAG or to go out to dinner instead of cooking at home. As a bonus, learn what exam even fewer people pass than becoming a Navy Seal!Sign up for Hi(Impact) at Stephanie Presents for free resources and a weekly e-letter helping you build spiritually strong, emotionally healthy, and relationally women and families .Invite Stephanie to speak at your women, moms', or parents’ event. Email [email protected] or visit the website for more information. #bible#faith#truth#biblestudy#familydevotions#christianfaith#christianfamilies#christianparenting#christianwomen#christianity#familybiblestudy#biblestudyforkids#biblestudyforchildren#lifeskey3