Tag: Eternity

Urgency of Eternity

April 8, 2026 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

If God required the genuine conversion of 1,000 souls to Christ before you and I could enter heaven, what would we do?

I know the Lord does not require it, but if so, would we stop everything and start diligently trying to share the gospel with others?

Why do we procrastinate and think we have plenty of time, when the Lord could come now, or those we need to reach might die?

What will it take for me to realize the urgency of eternity? When will I recognize the reality?

Life is too short to focus on the here and now. Lead people to the hereafter!

The Source

March 26, 2026 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

Think about the value of a source.

Finding a source for pure water can mean life to a community.

Acquiring a source for financial stability secures the future.

We would also agree that a source for salvation changes the eternal destiny of the world. 

Thankfully, God has provided a plan through which Jesus became the source of eternal salvation to all who obey Him.

As leaders, are we the source through which people obtain God’s grace?

Are we the source for others to grow spiritually?

Let us pray that more see the need to stand in the fight against the spiritual forces of darkness and be the source of light.

Decisive

March 20, 2026 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

One of the qualities of good leaders is decisiveness. Think about the doctors and nurses that work in Critical Care Units. Beyond their educational expertise, they must be decisive, especially in emergency situations.

Obviously, not every situation is an emergency for leaders. However, to hesitate can cost one’s leadership severely.

While there are thousands of decisions with little or no consequential value, some decisions have eternal consequences.

Therefore, the decisiveness of spiritual leaders can change the eternal destination of others who follow their leadership.

Be decisive and lead with eternity in view.

Preparation

March 17, 2026 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

I’ve tried working on a number of mechanical items over the years from cars to electronics. Sometimes I was successful and sometimes not so much.

I might have enjoyed more success if I had learned some valuable lessons about getting the right tool for the job and the importance of knowing my limitations.

I can see many similarities to leadership. Leaders do well to learn the importance of taking time to do whatever is necessary to prepare properly and achieve the job successfully.

Being equipped with the right tools in leadership can make the difference now and eternally. Prepare and know your limitations!

Negativity

January 22, 2026 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

Negativity is a powerful influence. Whether age, circumstances of life, challenges within the church, or any number of areas, we can easily become cynical.

We cannot and must not allow daily external situations influence our efforts in making change.

We not only have a reason to live, but a reason to have joy in this life, as we anticipate the coming of an eternal one.

Our efforts as leaders must be to make a positive change. The external circumstances will always exist and challenge the core of leadership. However, we must arise above it and lead to make a positive change, beginning with us.

An Eternal Matter

December 31, 2025 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

When we boil it all down, what really matters?

We often make life complicated. We get caught up in trivial pursuits and do not focus of what really matters.

Please do not misunderstand. We must work to provide for our families. We need time for rest and recreation. There are also family responsibilities.

If, however, we believe that spiritual and eternal matters are the priority, then why do we often spend our lives focused on areas that are temporary in nature?

As we end 2025 and begin 2026, a new year, let us lead with our priorities firmly established and influence the major areas of life in ways to make heaven that much sweeter.

The Shape of Leadership

December 30, 2025 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

Our world is filled with all kinds of shapes. Some are round, some are square. Shapes take the form of an octagon or triangle. There are shapes that are long and short, deep and wide.

What is the shape of our leadership? Leaders can take the shape of…

…dictatorship, leadership by force of arms.
…representation, leadership that represents others.
…the status quo, leadership that does little or nothing different.
…paternalism, leadership that is fatherly.
…sacrifice, leadership that seeks the greatest good for all.

Each area can play a part in what shapes us as a leader. May our leadership be sacrificial, one that shapes eternity.

Head and Heart

October 30, 2025 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

Using our head to lead ourselves means we:
…think before we speak or act.
…consider the short and long term consequences of our words and actions.
…weigh the evidence and ask evaluating questions before making decisions.

Using our heart to lead others means we:
…devote ourselves to learning and serving the needs of others.
…prioritize our time toward maturity in relationship development.
…risk the temporary satisfaction for the eternal gain.

It is often said, “To lead yourself, use your head. To lead others, use your heart.”

Let us be mindful of how to lead with both head and heart.

Changing Influence

October 13, 2025 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

Think about your leadership. How will your influence be remembered in the church and community where you live and serve?

Harry Truman said, “Men make history and not the other way around. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still. Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.”

Will you be remembered because you made a change for the better?

Will your leadership impact the eternal good of others?

If it seems the world stands still around you, maybe it is time you stood up to lead. Seize the opportunity to change things for the better. Lead as God would have you do!

Time

September 17, 2025 bobturner Daily Leadership, saltJournal 0 Comments

We have all heard someone say, or perhaps said ourselves, “Wait just a second.” Usually, we use this phrase when we are busy and someone else (generally our children) want our attention.

The value of time is priceless.

For adults, all we know and comprehend is time. The value we place on it is generally based on what we can earn in a space of time.

However, a time is coming when the existence of time will no longer exist. We need to understand that how we use our time now determines our eternity.

Make the most of time.

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