Influencer: The Public Me

Jesus said we have amazing opportunities to influence others when he told us, "You are the salt of the earth and the light of the world." (Matthew 5:13-16) What does that influence look like? Who should I be in public and how should I intentionally seek to influence others? Jesus set the example and taught us a lot about it.

August 31st | My Influence At Work | Colossians 3:23-24; Genesis 2:15

How does my faith impact my work? How can my work be used as a space to publicly live out my relationship with Jesus? Scripture offers many insights into my work being an act of worship. It can also be a witness to the world of Jesus' work in my life. To prepare, read Colossians 3:23-24 and Genesis 2:15.

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September 7th | My Influence With Friends | Colossians 3:15-17

Perhaps the easiest and most organic form of influence is my daily relationship with friends. Scripture speaks to the importance of adding value to others, sharing our faith, providing encouragement and helping others with accountability and correction. What strategies can I implement to be a powerful and positive influence on my friends? To prepare, read Colossians 3:15-17.

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September 14th | My Influence With Government | Romans 13:1-7; 1 Peter 2:13-17; 1 Timothy 2:1-4

It’s always a risk to engage in the political process.  Yet, it’s also a privilege to live in a system where free speech is valued and appreciated.  When I have an opinion about government, how should I communicate it in a way that honors the Lord?  How do I decide which candidate to vote for?  What does Scripture say about running for office myself.  To prepare, read Romans 13:1-7; 1 Peter 2:13-17; 1 Timothy 2:1-4.

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September 21st | My Influence In The Public Square | Colossians 4:2-6

Words matter. My speech communicates the truth of what is in my heart. Whether it's casual conversation, social media or published material, I have an opportunity to positively influence others in the public square with my speech. To prepare, read Colossians 4:2-6

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September 28th | The Way Of Jesus: The Soil Of Your Heart | Mark 4:1-20 | Special Guest: John Rinehimer

John Rinehimer is the Vice President of International Ministries and Mobilization for World Global Mission. John committed to serve the Lord at 17 and told the Lord he would go anywhere and do anything He asked. This promise led to him and his wife, Erica, serving in Uganda with WGM for two years as missionary disciples. After almost a decade spent in the pastorate near Chicago, John returned to WGM, this time in a new role that will combine the Mobilization and Communications team.

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October 5th | Tyler Trent's Legacy: Every Day I Fight | Psalm 103:2-5; 11-14 and 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Special Guest: Tony Trent

Tony Trent is the father of Tyler Trent, a legendary Purdue fan whose story of courage and hope in the face of his journey with the rare bone cancer osteosarcoma inspired so many across the nation. Tony is now the President of the Tyler Trent Foundation which supports cancer research and honors the memory of Tyler by working to improve the lives of others and challenged by this disease. He resides in Carmel with his wife and their two boys. Tony is a small group leader at his church.

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