Influencers Global Ministries
Bryan Craig
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Our Mission:
To encourage and influence individuals toward an abiding relationship with Jesus Christ, through a journey to spiritual intimacy.
Our Vision:
To transform lives through a 9-month Journey, enabling them to be a positive influence to their world around them.
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Sep 14, 2023
Watch with Me
Bryan and Rocky talk about weathering the storms of life and how Rocky recently was comforted by Jesus’ words “Watch with Me.” These are words that Jesus spoke to Peter, James and John during his dreadful time in the Garden of Gethsemane, but they are also words of hope and comfort to the person who has done everything they know to do and prayed all that they can pray…Jesus simply says, “Watch with Me and see what I will do.” Definitely worth a listen.
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Sep 7, 2023
Meet Ken Lander - An American Coffee Farmer Influencer in Costa Rica
Ken Lander heard about The Journey through his association with Souly Business Retreat ministry, and when he heard they were having a Virtual Journey Group, he was eager to join. God had already been transforming this successful, over-achieving, man from being a "performer" to being a "seeker" and The Journey helped him become an "abider". Hear Ken's fascinating story and how God has used him with Influencers.
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Aug 31, 2023
(Rebroadcast) The DNA of The Journey- Parts One & Two
Bryan and Rocky talk about the Journey process.
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Aug 24, 2023
The Secret Place
As you read Rocky’s book, Journey to the Inner Chamber, there is a room described with the inscription over its doorway, “He Who Enters This Chamber Must Do So By Personal Abandonment and Absolute Trust.” Many a Journey participant has looked at this room and this requirement with fear and reluctance. Rocky talks about this special, “secret” place and how it’s waiting for all believers.
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Aug 17, 2023
Carrying Our Cross Daily
Bryan and Rocky discuss Jesus’ mandate in Luke 9:23-24 that we deny ourselves and take up our cross daily. What does this mean? What does it look like? Is this part of the Abiding process? Jesus says this is the pathway to finding our lives. Listen and explore this topic with us.
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Aug 10, 2023
Meet Boone Baker, an Abiding Pastor in Wichita, KS
While on the Fan the Flame Tour in Wichita, Bryan sat down with Boone Baker, a pastor who was radically transformed by The Journey. He talks about how it took 10 years for him to realize The Journey was exactly what his congregation was needing and seeking. This is a powerful story that every pastor should hear.
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Aug 3, 2023
The Flame of Influencers Kansas was Fanned!
Rocky and Bryan took the Fan the Flame Tour to Wichita, KS for a great weekend of connecting, encouraging, equipping and hearing reports of the Spirit’s work there. As Rocky has said before, we were probably more encouraged than anyone. We decided to broadcast this Podcast from the stage as we met with 100 Influencers, men and women from Kansas. They loved it, and we think you will too!
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Jul 27, 2023
We’re Making a Movie!
Bryan and Rocky discuss the recent announcement by Influencers that we are moving forward with a movie production of Rocky’s book, Journey to the Inner Chamber. They talk about how this came about, the scope of the project and the need for Influencers everywhere to help us meet the need for Journey Guides after the movie. They also are calling everyone to be in PRAYER. Exciting stuff!
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Jul 20, 2023
The Calling to Ministry
Rocky and Bryan discuss this quote by Fred Buechner, "The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet." They talk about just what is the thing called "Calling" and how do you find it, how is it formed, is it really a place of joy? This podcast may be just for you.
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Jul 13, 2023
Meet Bob Wischer, Influencers Champion from Detroit, MI
Bob is yet another example of God using the YouVersion Bible app Reading plans we published to help people find our ministry. Bob found us the way many do, as he was searching for a deeper walk with Christ. Coming to Christ later in life, Bob has been on fire to make up for lost time and sold out for what God has for him. Here his story and be inspired.
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Jul 6, 2023
Meet Our Champion for Influencers Maine - Andy Collar
Andy Collar was searching for a way to help men in Maine go deeper with Christ and with each other. He is in the video production business and one of his clients asked him if he knew about “Influencers”. That led Andy to attend one of our national conferences where he could “check us out.” What he found was that this ministry and this process we call The Journey was exactly what he had prayed for God to send him. Now this avid fisherman is truly a fisher of men. Listen and be inspired.
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Jun 29, 2023
George Carnall - Setting Prisoners Free
Bryan interviews George Carnall, an Influencer from the Memphis Region who talks about God calling him to the prison system to make disciples. Listen to George’s fascinating, inspiring account of starting the first Journey Group in Parchman Prison in Mississippi.
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Jun 22, 2023
Eyewitness to God’s Organic Disciple Multiplication- Report from the Fan the Flame Tour
Rocky sits down with Bryan and gives a report on his 3rd leg of the Fan the Flame Tour as he traveled up to Columbus, OH and into Temperance, MI. Rocky stands amazed at what he witnessed, and he learned that charm and hospitality was not reserved JUST for people from the South.
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Jun 15, 2023
Pura Vida “Pure Life”- An Update on Influencers Costa Rica
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Jun 8, 2023
Entrusting Ourselves and Others to God
Rocky sits down with Bryan before he heads out on the road again for the Fan the Flame Tour to talk about why Jesus did not entrust Himself to men. It helps us understand our own dynamics of trust with other people we encounter and how we can trust others more only if we entrust them to God.
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Jun 1, 2023
Update on Influencers Women- Atlanta- Melissa George and Lauren Cunningham
Bryan interviews the 2 ladies who started The Journey in Atlanta about 4 years ago to hear an update of how God has been working. It’s not only been reproducing but it is also working its way into a Christian school. Exciting stuff!
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May 25, 2023
Meet Josh Sherley, Regional Director, Influencers Bakersfield
Bryan interviews the newest member of the Influencers Bakersfield leadership team, Josh Sherley. Get to know this young man, who is another example of God answering our prayer to raise up leaders to steward and serve this ministry. He talks about how learning about Grace in his first Journey group changed everything. Listen, learn and be inspired!
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May 18, 2023
What is Courage?
Bryan and Rocky discuss Rocky’s most recent stops on his Fan the Flame Tour and talk about Courage. Just as God told Joshua to be courageous, He is telling Participants who are graduating from a Journey Group to be Courageous as they move onto God’s purposes for their lives. But what is Courage…based on the world’s view or God’s view? Listen and find courage.
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May 11, 2023
Mike Hearne from Emerging Branch, Influencers Kansas
Bryan interviews Mike Hearne, our Champion in Wichita, Kansas, who talks about his heart for men’s ministry which led him to pursue Influencers. Four years ago, he read an article about the Influencers in Bakersfield in his church’s denominational newsletter, and it prompted him to seek more. It wasn’t long before the first Journey group in Wichita, KS got started and now the discipleship fire is spreading across Kansas. Listen and be inspired- this could happen in your city!
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May 4, 2023
The Deconstruction of Faith
Rocky and Bryan discuss the concept of a “deconstruction of one’s faith”, something which seems to be driving some believers away from their faith. But for the one who deconstructs his faith down to the bedrock of Grace and re-constructs it on God’s Word, amazing transformation can take place. Listen and be challenged.
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Apr 27, 2023
The Case for Discipleship
Bryan and Rocky discuss the early church and the prejudices and problems that existed and how Discipleship was the key that raised up leaders, brought about unity and met the needs of the community. We believe God is still raising up key leaders for his purposes through Discipleship. This is why Influencers exists.
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Apr 20, 2023
Interview with Jed Mitchell and the Journey Productions Vision
For years, there has been a vision stirring to make a movie based on the book, The Journey to the Inner Chamber, and after much prayer from our Board and our Prayer teams, we are moving forward with this project. Bryan interviews Jed Mitchell, an Influencer from Memphis, TN, about the concept for this movie and the potential structure for producing it. We need your prayers and your support!
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Apr 13, 2023
Pete McKenzie: Marriage That Honors God and Touches the Heart
Recently, our Regional Director of Orange County, Pete McKenzie was asked to speak to a Bakersfield Mentoring group and his topic was Marriage. Pete was married 50 years to his sweet bride, Suzan, who went to be with the Lord a few years ago. He does a great job talking about the sacred responsibility of being married.
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Apr 6, 2023
Easter Week Through the Eyes of Judas
Judas is the main villain in the account of Jesus’ last week on earth, before his crucifixion. Rocky and Bryan discuss what we can learn from Judas’ betrayal and what might have led him to desert Jesus. Before we are too quick to judge Judas, perhaps we should think of how we may have betrayed Jesus. This was a critical time in Judas’ life and it is a critical time for us, as well.
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Mar 30, 2023
A Weekend for the Business of Souls
Bryan recently attended a Souly Business retreat in California. Souly Business is a 48-hour dive into intimacy with Christ, founded by some businessmen in Atlanta, GA, who wanted to help men catch a vision for the true richness of life in Christ. Bryan interviews Kevin Silberberg and Ben McKnight, two of the original Influencers Bakersfield leaders, who were hosting the Souly Business event from the stage. They talk about how Souly Business has been a great on-ramp for The Journey and how it has created a community of strong brotherhood in Bakersfield.
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Mar 23, 2023
The Journey Reaching U.S. Spanish-speaking Community
As you may know, The Journey has been taking off in Costa Rica and Latin America and we continue to refine our Spanish curriculum to reach across all Spanish cultures and dialects. Finally, Spanish Journey Groups are beginning to happen in the U.S.! Bryan interviews a young bi-lingual leader in Bakersfield, CA, John Vasquez, who talks about his efforts leading the first Spanish-speaking Journey group where he lives.
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Mar 16, 2023
Marc Merk: Bridging the Racial Divide
Bryan interviews Marc Merk, a key part of the initial leadership team in Central Coast, CA, who felt a calling from the Lord to move to Southhaven, Mississippi to help the Influencers effort in the Memphis area and with a heart to build integrated Journey groups with men of different races. Marc has found fertile soil within black churches and multi-racial churches who are hungry for discipleship. He’s also found himself doing prison ministry. Hear Marc’s inspiring story.
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Mar 9, 2023
LIVE IT OUT: Influencer Starting a Christian School in Cameroon, Africa
We love to tell “Live it Out” stories where men and women who are Abiding in Christ begin to be used by the Spirit in impactful ways in their families, their companies, their communities and their home countries. Eric Neuyou, a native of Cameroon, Africa, came to the United States on a coveted college scholarship. This led him to work at Walmart, where he met Tom Seay, who invited him on The Journey. This impacted his faith life and his perspective on success. Now, Eric has started a non-profit, “Flourishing Seeds”, with a goal of starting a Christian school in his home country. He wants to make disciples of young minds in Africa, showing them they can serve Christ and make a difference right there in their home country. For more information on Eric’s non-profit, go to www.flourishingseeds.org
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Mar 2, 2023
The Future of Influencers
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Feb 23, 2023
Called to Serve God Through Influencers
Bryan sits down with 4 generations of servant leaders who have been called to serve God through Influencers. Rocky Fleming, Les Pearsey, Frank Khalil and Jay Thompson joined Bryan and other staff at their Staff Retreat and they comment on their individual calling, the health and sustainability of our ministry and the important DNA to protect.
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Feb 16, 2023
Meet Kyle Neely, New Regional Director, NWA
Bryan interviews Kyle Neely, our new Regional Director for Northwest Arkansas. After a 35 year career with Tyson Foods and 4 years of serving on the Global Board for Influencers, God tapped Kyle on the shoulder and told him His plans for his “retirement.” He needed him to help serve this community where it all started, this unique business community where Walmart, Tyson Foods and JB Hunt are all headquartered and with business influence around the world. Hear Kyle’s story and his heart for his new role.
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Feb 9, 2023
Who Are You?
One of our Board members talked about how God was taking him deeper and showing him who He created him to be, rather than the person he created himself to be or who the world created him to be. It was a profound thought and Rocky and Bryan spend this podcast talking about it. Listen and maybe you will find yourself.
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Feb 2, 2023
The Darkness is Upon Us
Rocky and Bryan talk about the darkness in the world and coming against God’s children, helping us understand the true source of the darkness, so we can know how to battle it. We can become Armors of Light, if we let God help us.
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Jan 26, 2023
Evangelism vs. Discipleship:
Rocky Fleming presents his thoughts on these two powerful processes in the Body of Christ as he speaks at the weekly Influencers Bakersfield Mentoring Call. Very enlightening, challenging and moving. Listen and learn.
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Jan 19, 2023
Meet Scott Lawson, Virtual Journey Director
Bryan interviews Scott Lawson, from Corpus Christi, TX, who is serving Influencers by organizing Virtual Journey Groups and training and equipping Virtual guides. He has also been working with International Virtual groups and serves on the International Task Force. Learn how God is inviting us to the world via technology. You may be needed to help us make disciples of all nations.
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Jan 12, 2023
Happy New Year! Lord, Establish the Work of our Hands
As we had into 2023, Rocky and Bryan discuss their own perspective of new year’s resolutions, setting goals and how that balances out with trusting the Lord. They also talk about their own personal stirrings as they are praying for 2023. Perhaps it will give you insight as you think about God’s plans for you in this new year.
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Jan 5, 2023
Beyond the Inner Chamber
For the past few months we have been going through every session topic in The Journey process, as we interview key leaders in the ministry to get their perspective. Today, we wrap it up with Rocky Fleming as we talk about the end of The Journey and how it is supposed to be the BEGINNING!
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Dec 22, 2022
When Divinity Became Intimate by Rocky Fleming
Enjoy this special Christmas story, written by Rocky Fleming and narrated by Bryan Craig. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
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Dec 15, 2022
Equipped-Alert-Courageous
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights on these topics. This week, we interview Board Member Eric Pate as we discuss the final topic in The Journey before Commencement. This session is a sober warning and equipping regarding the battles ahead for a disciple and the Spiritual protection available to us.
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Dec 8, 2022
Living it Out - In The World
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights on these topics. This week, we interview Les Pearsey, Regional Director for Influencers Bakersfield, who has made quite an impact on the Bakersfield community as they have challenged their Journey participants to Live it Out in their hometown. Hear Les’ unique perspective on this important Gabe Principle.
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Dec 1, 2022
Living it Out-At Home
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights on these topics. This week, we interview Frank Khalil, our Regional Director in Tulsa, OK, who will talk about Gabe’s Principle of Influence to Live it Out at Home FIRST! Frank is passionate about this- don’t miss it.
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Nov 17, 2022
Be a God-Abider
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights on these topics. This week, we interview Greg Huett, Global Board Member, about what it means to “Be a God-Abider.” This is important!
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Nov 10, 2022
Be a God-Seeker
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights on these topics. This week, we interview Danny Fields, Global Board Member, as we discuss the first concept in the Expressing segment of The Journey, Gabe’s Principle of Influencer #1- Being a God-Seeker. Great conversation…listen and be inspired. “Wise Men Seek Him!”
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Nov 3, 2022
The Gifts of The Spirit
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Henry Schaefer, Regional Director from Influencers- Bakersfield/Tehachapi who gives us his perspective of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
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Oct 27, 2022
The Filling of The Spirit
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Nate Sweeney, Global Board Member, Pastor, Author and Founder of The Abiding Network. Nate weighs in on this special session in The Journey where we learn how the Holy Spirit fills our sails and enables us to live the life He meant for us to live. This is a great continuation of our discussion last week of Who the Holy Spirit is as we understand better how He works in the life of a believer.
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Oct 20, 2022
The Holy Spirit- Who is He?
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Regina Sewell, seasoned Women’s Journey Guide in Northwest Arkansas and wife of our Board President, Mark Sewell. We dive into this powerful topic of understanding Who the Holy Spirit is and His essential role in Abiding, Bearing Fruit and Living out our mission. Listen and be inspired.
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Oct 13, 2022
The Fruit of Abiding- The Harvest
We are continuing our podcast series, called The Journey, as we take you through each main topic of The Journey, interviewing Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. We have been receiving great feedback on this series! This week, we interview Jim Pennington, Regional Director of Influencers Central Coast, discussing another fruit of abiding in Christ, “The Harvest”. Listen and be inspired.
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Oct 6, 2022
The Fruit of Abiding- Transformation
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Kyle Neely, one of our Global Board members, to discuss what the “Fruit of Transformation” looks like when one starts to abide in Christ. Enlightening conversation.
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Sep 29, 2022
Abiding- What is It?
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Henry Gutierrez, our Regional Director of Influencers Costa Rica. We talk about the first session of the Enabled segment of The Journey, “Abiding- What is It?” Henry does a great job of explaining Abiding. Listen and be inspired.
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Sep 22, 2022
The Prayer Cottage
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Mark Sewell, from Northwest Arkansas, who is our Global Board President, about Rocky’s book The Prayer Cottage and this special part of The Journey process where individuals experience an extended time of prayer with the Father. This is often when many breakthroughs occur. We get Mark’s experience and perspective on this.
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Sep 15, 2022
The Orphan Spirit
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Glenn Gordon, Regional Director of Influencers Carolinas. A few years ago, Rocky wrote the book An Orphan No More and we added this last session to the Enlightened segment of The Journey. Many people cannot accept these truths about God’s intimate nature because they have an “orphan spirit”. We will discuss this.
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Sep 8, 2022
God is Able
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Michael Daoust, Regional Director of Influencers Dallas-Fort Worth about the concept that God has infinite ability to help us, but He sometimes limits Himself for our own good.
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Sep 1, 2022
God is Willing
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Nicole Thompson, Regional Director of Influencers Women- Memphis about the concept that God not only Knows and Cares about us, but He is Willing to help us.
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Aug 25, 2022
God Cares
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Jay Thompson, Regional Director of Influencers Memphis about the concept that God Cares about all He knows about us.
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Aug 18, 2022
God Knows
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Board Member Gary Harris to get his perspective on the truth that “God Knows.”
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Aug 4, 2022
Establishing The Journey
For the next several weeks and months, we will be taking you through each main topic of The Journey, as we interview Staff members and Board members to get their insights to these topics. This week, we interview Rocky who helps us understand the importance of the Bedrock of Grace before we go one step further in our journey toward intimacy with Christ. Hopefully you will be touched by hearing the perspectives of our leaders.
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Jul 28, 2022
The Emerging Branch of Influencers-Columbus
Mike Stanley was our special guest on the July Champions call where he shared how he came to know about Influencers and how it is organically spreading across his city. He discusses celebrations and challenges. This is enlightening to help you understand this “organism” we call Influencers.
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Jul 14, 2022
The First Women’s Journey Group in Colombia, South America
We interview Yami Pate, a dentist in Northwest Arkansas, who also happens to be from Honduras and fluent in Spanish. Yami answered a plea from Colombia for someone to guide their women through The Journey. Yami teamed up with her sister from Honduras and they led this group virtually. Then, they travelled to Colombia for a special commencement in person. We continue to be amazed at the opportunities God is inviting us into. Praise Him.
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Jul 7, 2022
Influencers Birthed in Montgomery, AL
Recently, we interviewed Tim Rine during one of our monthly Champions meetings. Tim is a pastor who recently moved to Montgomery, AL to take on a new pastor position. Tim had seen so much life transformation through The Journey during his time in Northwest Arkansas that the first thing he endeavored to do in his new church was start a Journey Group. Hear the story of what happened and his perspective as a pastor. Very inspiring.
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Jun 30, 2022
Navigating Today’s Culture as a Christian
Rocky and Bryan discuss the culture in which we live, much of which is counter-Christian. How do us Christians exist in this culture and stay true to our identity as followers of Christ and His Word? Listen to this engaging conversation.
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Jun 23, 2022
Leadership=Disrupting the Status Quo?
Rocky and Bryan discuss Leadership, which is a hot Podcast topic these days. Hear how Influencers defines Leadership and the measurables we use. They also discuss how the culture of Abiding and following Jesus’ model has created different kinds of leaders than the world.
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Jun 16, 2022
Tulsa Regional Director Frank Khalil Shares His Story with our Champions
Recently, we asked Frank Khalil, Tulsa Regional Director to share his story with a group of Influencers Champions. These are men who are leading the charge for Influencers in new cities. Perhaps God is raising you up to be a leader in the ministry. Listen and be inspired.
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Jun 9, 2022
Niles Graham Completed His First Journey
As you may know, we have been following the progress of Niles Graham in Sacramento, CA, from the moment he signed up for The Journey, checking in with him a few times along the way. Hear Niles, the Influencer, who has a new perspective on Abiding in Christ and making disciples and is so excited about the next chapter of his life. (For our previous interviews with Niles, just search “Niles Graham” on our Podcast page).
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Jun 2, 2022
From the Women’s Leadership Summit- The Nuances of Women’s Journey Groups
At the recent Women’s Leadership Summit, we had some great Equipping Seminars with panels of leaders from around the country. This session included panelists: Eric Pate(Global Board Member), Rocky Fleming (Founder), Roberta Hoppe (Memphis) and Nicole Thompson (Memphis). We talked about how The Journey process, which was originally written for men, translates into a women’s group.
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May 26, 2022
The DNA of Influencers Leadership - from the Women’s Summit
At the recent Women’s Leadership Summit, we had some great Equipping Seminars with panels of leaders from around the country. This session included panelists: Eric Pate(Global Board Member), Elizabeth Daoust (Dallas-Fort Worth), Roberta Hoppe (Memphis) and Kyle Neely (Global Board Member). We talked about our Leadership model, applied to Journey Guides as well as Regional Leaders. Great discussion and worth the listen, for Men and Women alike.
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May 19, 2022
The DNA of Ministry Expansion
At the recent Women’s Leadership Summit, we had some great Equipping Seminars with panels of leaders from around the country. This session included Danny Fields (Global Board Member), Rose Alston (Costa Rica), Amara Dobbs (Bakersfield), Les Pearsey (Bakersfield). We talked about how this ministry has expanded and the challenges of preserving the DNA as this happens. Listen and continue to grow as you share in the DNA of Influencers.
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May 12, 2022
He’s Back!
Bryan interviews our founder Rocky Fleming who talks about his recent heart attack and double by-pass surgery. He talks about this experience and lessons learned, and how it has served to usher in a new excitement for the future.
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May 5, 2022
The DNA of The Journey and Abiding in Christ (from the Women’s Summit)
At the recent Women’s Leadership Summit, we had some great Equipping Seminars with panels of leaders from around the country. This session included Rocky Fleming, Founder, Zyla Brown, Northwest Arkansas, Melissa George, Atlanta, and David Welton, Northwest Arkansas. The session was all about the uniqueness of The Journey and what it means to Abide in Christ. This was moderated by Bryan Craig and included questions from the audience. Listen and continue to grow as you share in the DNA of Influencers.
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Apr 28, 2022
From the Women’s Summit- The DNA Explained
A big reason we do the Leadership summits is to continue to impart the DNA we have been entrusted with as a ministry. On Saturday morning of The Summit, Rocky and Bryan talked about the DNA from the stage in a podcast interview style. There is a certain DNA to our Leadership, to The Journey process and to our Expansion. We can’t emphasize this enough.
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Apr 21, 2022
First Night of Women's Summit: How’s Your Soul, Ladies?
Hear a recording from the opening night of the first-ever Women's Leadership Summit. Bryan Craig and Jaime Lind gave some opening comments and then, Rocky opened with a question he often asks our leaders, “How’s Your Soul?” Hear Rocky’s opening comments as he impresses upon the women leaders the importance of the soul health of our leadership. This is truly at the heart of our DNA. Listen, learn and ask yourself the question.
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Apr 14, 2022
Communion
Loving God, Loving Others. Last Sunday, the closing day of our Influencers Women's Summit, it was Palm Sunday and Rocky gave a great Communion message to help us enter into Easter week and join Jesus at His last supper with His disciples. Listen and get your heart ready to celebrate our King.
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Mar 31, 2022
Abandoned but not Forgotten- Interview with Franko Besinaiz- Part 2
So many people were touched by our interview with Franko Besinaiz from Bakersfield that we asked him back for Part 2 to help answer some of the remaining questions from his story. Join us again for another inspiring chat with Franko. And Franko wanted us to let you know if anyone needs to talk to someone who won’t judge or condemn them, he is available. His number is 661-444-0469. Listen and be moved by the Spirit.
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Mar 24, 2022
Abandoned But Not Forgotten
Bryan interviews Franko Besinaiz, one of the key leaders in Bakersfield, CA about his story of being abandoned as a young boy and living on the streets, leading up to a near-death experience at 19 years of age. God spared him and pursued him, in and out of prison, until he finally surrendered and became a new creation. Then, hear how God guided him to The Journey and a newfound purpose. Be ready to be inspired!
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Mar 17, 2022
It’s All About The Heart
With the upcoming Women’s Leadership Summit fast-approaching and the ministry so rapidly growing, we must continue to emphasize the DNA that drives this ministry. You have probably heard us mention DNA many times, but it is critical to guarding this precious ministry. Listen so you can continue to understand the DNA and share it with others.
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Mar 10, 2022
Pornography- Hot Coals in Your Lap - PART 2
Bryan interviews Scott L. Johnson, an Influencer in Tulsa, who is a gifted Bible teacher who explains God's Word in practical, relevant ways. He recently gave a talk to the men in Tulsa at their weekly Anchor gathering and his topic was "Pornography". Considering a 2016 study which found that 64% of men (Christian and Non) view Porn monthly, chances are many of you are struggling with this sin. Understand what the Bible says about it and who the Victims of this sin really are.
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Mar 3, 2022
Pornography- Hot Coals in Your Lap
Bryan interviews Scott L. Johnson, an Influencer in Tulsa, who is a gifted Bible teacher who explains God's Word in practical, relevant ways. He recently gave a talk to the men in Tulsa at their weekly Anchor gathering and his topic was "Pornography". Considering a 2016 study which found that 64% of men (Christian and Non) view Porn monthly, chances are many of you are struggling with this sin. Understand what the Bible says about it and who the Victims of this sin really are. This will be a 2-Part Podcast.
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Feb 24, 2022
The Impossibility of Love
Rocky and Bryan talk about Love and how we are to told to Love God and Love Others as Ourselves. Jesus even says All the Law and the Prophecies depend upon Love. We are even told to love like He loves us. All of this can seem quite impossible, were it not for a God who makes all things possible. Join us for this discussion of Love and how Abiding is the key.
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Feb 17, 2022
A Grieving Husband Talks About the Power of Abiding
This week, we interview Kirk Sterling, a Journey brother out of Memphis, TN who lost his wife, Sandra, to COVID 5 months ago. Although it is still very raw and painful, Kirk was gracious to share his story because he believes going through The Journey and learning to Abide prepared him to face this extreme trial. Listen and be touched at how much our Lord truly does Know and Care, in the words of a desperate man whom the Lord has been carrying.
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Feb 10, 2022
Making Disciples of ALL Nations
Bryan and Rocky discuss God’s call for us to make disciples of all nations and how we have taken The Journey to multiple countries and languages. We talk about lessons learned and truths revealed which have prepared us for the international opportunities we see emerging today. Please listen and be praying for God to raise up “champions” all over the world so we can help every nation, tribe and language find an intimate, abiding relationship with Christ.
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Feb 3, 2022
The Theology of Influencers
Bryan is back with Rocky Fleming. They discuss the key theological foundation of Influencers, i.e. the non-negotiables and how, for 20 years, Influencers has been able to help people of all different denominational beliefs come together in a unified pursuit of Christ.
To read our Statement of Faith (https://www.influencers.org/about-us/statement-of-faith/)
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Jan 27, 2022
The Women's Leadership Summit
Bryan interviews Jaime Lind, our Communications Coordinator and organizer of the upcoming Women's Leadership Summit. Hear about the history of the women's movement in Influencers and the motivation which led to this conference. All Influencers women should listen to this and consider whether God is calling you to join this movement.
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Jan 20, 2022
Interview with Niles Graham- Part 3
We have been tracking the progress of Journey Participant, Niles Graham, from Sacramento, CA. We interviewed him right as he started The Journey, and then, right after his first Prayer Retreat. His group just completed their Spiritual Gifts retreat, and we interviewed him again. Niles talks about the things he’s learned about The Holy Spirit, about Pruning and about His Spiritual gifts. It is so encouraging to hear Niles’ depth of wisdom and insight. The Lord is definitely doing a mighty work in his life. Listen and be encouraged.
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Jan 13, 2022
Abiding in Physical Health - PART TWO
This is part 2 of an interview between Bryan Craig and Nate Sweeney, Influencers Board Member, Pastor, and founder of The Abiding Network, who recently wrote a book, “Abiding in Physical Health.” Bryan and Nate share their testimonies about how the physical aspect of our being is important and is directly tied into the spiritual and emotional part of our being. They talk about exercise, diet and how new lifestyle changes can impact your spiritual leadership. As you look to 2022 and God’s plans for your life, perhaps you should pay attention to your physical health to make sure you are around to fulfill the work He has for you.
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Jan 6, 2022
Abiding in Physical Health - PART ONE
Bryan interviews Nate Sweeney, Influencers Board Member, Pastor, and founder of The Abiding Network, who recently wrote a book, “Abiding in Physical Health.” Bryan and Nate share their testimonies about how the physical aspect of our being is important and is directly tied into the spiritual and emotional part of our being. They talk about exercise, diet and how new lifestyle changes can impact your spiritual leadership. As you look to 2022 and God plans for your life, perhaps you should pay attention to your physical health to make sure you are around to fulfill the work He has for you.
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Dec 23, 2021
Christmas is Love
Rocky and Bryan finish their 3-part Christmas Podcast series, Christmas is Faith, Hope and now, Love. They talk about how God is Love and Jesus is God which means Jesus brought Love into the world that Christmas Day. Abiding brings us into that Love and then, it is out job to give it away. Listen and get your Love in the right perspective right before Christmas…IT’S NOT TOO LATE!
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Dec 16, 2021
Christmas is Hope
Enjoy another special Christmas version of the Influencers Network Podcast. Rocky and Bryan talk about the Hope that Christmas brings through Jesus and how this is available, not just after we die, but NOW. Also, they are sharing a special song called, “Your Peace Will Make Us One” by Audrey Assad to accompany this week’s message. If you would like to listen to the song with the lyrics, go to the YouTube link here https://youtu.be/hCZk20ayFwI
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Dec 9, 2021
Christmas is Faith
Rocky and Bryan talk about how Faith is such an important part of Christmas. They recount their faith perspectives growing up and how the world needs the Faith of Christmas more than ever right now.
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Dec 2, 2021
“A Search for Truth”- Zyla Brown
Bryan interviews Zyla Brown, one of our women Influencers in Northwest Arkansas. Zyla recounts her experience with church after church during her early years, as her heart was searching for the truth. Something always seemed to be missing for her until a friend invited her to church where they were starting a Journey group. She wasn’t even a member of the church but they welcomed her with open arms, and she found what she’d been looking for her whole life, an intimate relationship with Christ. Zyla is another example of the growing women’s movement within Influencers. If you are a female Influencer, be sure to connect with Jaime Lind to see how y ou can get plugged in. Email her at jlind@influencers.org.
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Nov 18, 2021
Influencers Rwanda?
Bryan interviews Hassan Kibirango and Moses Ndahiro, two sharp young Influencers who live in Rwanda, Africa. They are currently going through a Virtual Journey Group and are catching a vision for discipleship for their country. This is more evidence that God is inviting us to a bigger territory than we ever thought possible. “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us.” Ephesians 3:20 Listen and be inspired and also PRAY about how you can help take Influencers to the nations.
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Nov 11, 2021
From the Leadership Summit: Nate Sweeney “Prepared for Spiritual Leadership- Body, Soul & Spirit”
On the closing night of our Leadership Summit, Nate Sweeney gave a talk on body, soul and spirit health that was a blessing and challenge for our leaders. Nate is a pastor and Influencers Board member and founder of The Abiding Network. Listen and let the Holy Spirit speak through Nate to your heart.
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Nov 4, 2021
20 Years of making Disciples
Bryan Craig shares the talk he gave at the Leadership Summit as he recounted God's fingerprints on this ministry over the past 20 years. As you listen, you will see that God was directing our steps, and in unusual ways, but as men gave their lives away and made disciples, a worldwide ministry was born. Listen and be inspired.
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Oct 28, 2021
DNA Talk by Greg Huett from the Leadership Summit
As promised, we will be sharing recordings of some of the talks given out our recent Leadership Summit. We asked Board Member, Greg Huett, to give a talk about the DNA of Influencers that was very clarifying and impactful. Please listen to this, especially if you are a Journey Guide, so you will better understand the sacred responsibility of what God has given us.
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Oct 21, 2021
***Rebroadcast of Episode 37***An Interview with former Walmart Executive and NWA Regional Director, Tom Seay
Bryan sits down with Tom Seay, NWA Regional Director. Tom talks about his days with Walmart and working with Sam Walton and how The Journey taught him about Personal Abandonment, Absolute Trust and the importance of Forgiveness.
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Oct 14, 2021
Interview with Niles Graham - Part Two
You may have caught our interview with Niles Graham 3 months ago when he was just starting his Journey Group. We wanted to track the progress of a Journey participant. Niles is from Sacramento and in our last interview, he talked about his tough background and mixed feelings on faith. We caught up with Niles at the Leadership Summit and interviewed him, just after completing his 1st Extended Prayer Session in The Journey. You will be inspired to hear how the Lord is moving in Niles’ life.
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Oct 7, 2021
“How’s Your Soul”- Rocky Fleming
Opening Night of the Leadership Summit- “How’s Your Soul”- Rocky Fleming
We recorded some of the talks presented at our recent Leadership Summit. This was the Opening Ceremony, featuring our founder Rocky Fleming, probing the “soul health” of our leaders. Perhaps he will probe your heart as you listen.
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Sep 30, 2021
Back From The Mountaintop
Rocky and Bryan talk about what happened last weekend at the Influencers Leadership Summit and how the Saturation Prayer over this event really affected the outcome. They also talk about what it means to be a Leader in this ministry.
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Sep 16, 2021
Influencers Leadership Summit
Rocky and Bryan discuss the upcoming Leadership Summit happening Sept 23-26. Staff, Board Members and top leaders from around the country will gather for a special time of seeking the Lord, being challenged and equipped and encouraged. Hear more about it and how you can be praying for this.
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Sep 9, 2021
Interview with Tom Seay, Regional Director, Virtual Groups “Let God Recruit Your Journey Participants”
Tom talks about all the expansion we have with the use of Virtual Journey Groups, but more importantly, he talks about the lessons he has learned in recruiting his own Journey Groups. The participants he has recruited have had marginal commitment, transformation and reproduction, but once He started turning the recruiting over to God, He has seen amazing results. Hear Tom tell the stories. It will help you as you form your next group.
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Aug 26, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Abiding in Christ
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Abiding in Christ: The kingdom’s greatest secret for living a faithful, abundant Christian life is found in Abiding in Christ. There will be found no clearer or more important instruction for right living and fruitful service than this guidance Jesus gave to His disciples in the past, and He gives to us now. When we live in an abiding union with Christ, we will have a life that will live with purpose, will finish its race strong, and will gain the crown of life promised to us.
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Aug 19, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Divine Illumination
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Divine Illumination: Light overcomes darkness. In the physical world, we know light dispels darkness, as evidenced by a light being turned on in a dark room. In the spiritual realm the same principle applies, as God’s light will expose the darkness of evil. There will come a time in the life of God’s Champion, when he or she will face an evil that will be conquered only one way. We must rely on God’s defense, and His Divine Illumination to expose the deeds of darkness. Therefore, stand firm, and patiently trust the King of Kings to eventually bring His light into the situation.
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Aug 12, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret that Abandonment and Trust Forge Courage
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret that Abandonment and Trust Forge Courage. We are “More than conquerors through Christ.” There will come a time in the life of a true Believer that we must face our lonely valleys with only the fact of God’s sovereignty and faithfulness to comfort, encourage and protect us. It is at this place that we must abandon our rights to our self and to the logical and perceived reality of our situation, and then trust God without reservation. When we face those valleys that challenge us using only one plan—God’s Plan, which is hope in God’s step-by-step involvement with us, we come to see those lonely valleys are places of great faith building, and we grow closer to our King as a result. It is in these valleys Courage is forged, and it is there that this man becomes more than a conqueror over trouble, hardship, persecution, famine, nake…
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Aug 5, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Saturation Prayer
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Saturation Prayer. If you read Rocky’s Blog a few days ago, he talked about how we must bombard evil with our prayers. Hear Rocky elaborate on this concept and talk about Gabe’s perspective of how saturation prayer can change circumstances and outcomes like nothing else.
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Jul 29, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Right Standing With God
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Right Standing With God. As we have said before, all of Rocky’s books, even those NOT part of The Journey process reinforce the truth about an intimate, abiding relationship with God, through Jesus Christ and His Spirit. And another key truth is how God must take us through trials to test the genuineness of our faith. Listen to this inspiring conversation as we look through the eyes of Gabe and a young pastor.
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Jul 22, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of God’s Compelling Grace
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of God’s Compelling Grace. Understanding God’s Grace is so essential in furthering our walk with Christ and becoming His Disciple. Rocky talks about Justice, Mercy and how they compare to Grace and how we must first receive Grace and then, give it away. This is a very inspiring Episode. Don’t miss it.
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Jul 15, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of God’s Plan, Not Ours
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of God’s Plan, Not Ours. As we’ve been discussing, God has a plan for each of us, with missions He has for us to complete. As we embark upon these missions, we learn a lot about ourselves and our relationship with the Father. After we try our own ways and fail, we learn that if we had only trusted Him, our path would have been blessed. Listen to Rocky explain this important dynamic of the Christian journey.
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Jul 8, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Divine Interruption
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Divine Interruption. Sometimes, as we go on our little missions from God, and we have some spiritual success, we tend to think we are good and can take it from here. Often, we get off course, and God must provide an interruption to allow for a course correction back to His plan. Sometimes, He does this, even when we think we are being faithful to follow Him. Listen to wisdom from Rocky, as portrayed in the Compelled by Grace story and in real life examples.
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Jul 1, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Divine Dependency
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Divine Dependency. There are so many missions God wants to send us on, and He is preparing us for them, but we must never lose sight of our need for dependence on the Holy Spirit every step of the way. He sees things we cannot see. He sees the heart of man.
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Jun 24, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Divine Preparation
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Divine Preparation. After we have been divinely dispatched on a mission from God, and if we accept this mission, we will find that the Holy Spirit has been preparing us all along. Even when we feel woefully inadequate, we will find that we are not alone. Jesus promises to be with us no matter what.
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Jun 17, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Divine Dispatchment
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Divine Dispatchment. Once you realize that God wants to orchestrate your life and you surrender to His perspective, then, He will dispatch you to do His work. Listen and discover, perhaps, where God is trying to dispatch you.
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Jun 10, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Divine Perspective
Rocky and Bryan continue their series going through the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in the Compelled by Grace book. This week they talk about the Secret of Divine Perspective. Are we operating out of our own perspective in life or God's perspective?
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Jun 3, 2021
Compelled by Grace: The Secret of Divine Orchestration
Bryan and Rocky start a 13-Week series where they will discuss the 13 Kingdom Secrets found in Rocky’s book, Compelled by Grace. This book is one of Rocky’s lesser known and picks up where Journey to the Inner Chamber left off as the storyteller buys Gabe’s farm and learns all sorts of new things about Gabe and how he became the man he was. Join us for Session One as we discuss the first kingdom secret, The Secret of Divine Orchestration.
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May 27, 2021
What is Prayer?
Rocky and Bryan discuss prayer: what it is, how it works, why it is essential in the life of a disciple. They also talk about hindrances to our prayers. Rocky says, “Prayer is communion with God.” Listen and be challenged and inspired.
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May 20, 2021
Meet Niles Graham, a brand new Journey Participant.
Bryan interviews a young man in the Sacramento area who is just embarking on his Journey group. He is man with a story, and his story is worth hearing. An ex-police officer, ex-military man who dealt with life's pain until God guided Him to a church parking lot and into His kingdom. We plan to follow Niles' progress through The Journey this year, so you don't want to miss this initial interview.
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May 13, 2021
A Divine Perspective
Bryan interviews Rocky about one of the “kingdom secrets” explained by Gabe in Rocky’s book Compelled by Grace. It is called a “Divine Perspective.” Rocky talks about being an abider in Christ and how that allows you to consecrate your life and live in dependency upon God.
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May 6, 2021
The Plan
Rocky and Bryan talk about their recent Staff Retreat, reflecting on how these men resemble the first disciples, whom Jesus told to Abide in Himself and to Go Make Disciples. When Jesus started The Church, there was a Plan, and Influencers has a Plan.
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Apr 29, 2021
Influencers' Expansion Through Champions- Part 2
These are Influencers “Champions” who are leading the charge in these new cities. They talk about the DNA of The Journey process, the DNA they see in the Influencers Staff and their hopes and dreams for the future of Influencers in their cities
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Apr 22, 2021
Influencers’ Expansion Through Champions
A few of our emerging leaders, who we call “Champions”, were special guests, and Bryan sat down with them for an interview.
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Glenn Gordon, Fort Mill, SC
Henry Schaeffer, Tehachapi, California
Jim Hyepock, Anaheim, CA
Andy Collar, Waterville, Maine
Mike Hearne, Wichita, KS
Henry Guiterres, Costa Rica
They talk about their stories with Influencers, the DNA of this process and the development of leadership in the past and in the future.
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Apr 15, 2021
God Heals a Family Through The Journey
Hear the story of the Harris Family. Eric and Tina Harris went through The Journey during a critical season in their marriage. Most of their marriage they had been so concerned for the health of their oldest son, Jackson, who was born with kidney issues and given a very gloomy outlook from doctors. Not only did abiding in Christ restore their faith and their marriage, it passed on a legacy to Jackson, who is now going through The Journey as a 21 year old. When Jackson joined The Journey, the kidney his Dad donated to him when he was only four was failing and he was very sick. Through the prayers of his journey group, Jackson received a kidney transplant last November and a new lease on life.
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Apr 8, 2021
The Journey Reaches Football Coaches and their Team
Bryan interviews Coach Jeff Conaway of the State Championship Shiloh Saints in Springdale, AR about his experience with The Journey. He had praying for a way to unite his coaches in Christ and for a plan to disciple his players, and God answered his prayer. Influencers Board President Mark Sewell joins the conversation. He had a son at Shiloh and introduced the idea of The Journey to one of the coaches. The Journey transformed the lives of the coaches and then, they gave it to all their players the next year. Now, parents are wanting to go through The Journey as well. This is a truly amazing story you need to hear.
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Apr 1, 2021
The Upper Room - Jesus’ Model for Us
Rocky and Bryan discuss what happened 2000 years ago when Jesus gathered His closest followers for the Passover meal the night before He would die. Jesus modeled some very important aspects of the ministry of a true disciple. He wanted them to remember it and live it, and we believe He wants the same for us today.
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Mar 25, 2021
Podcast Interview Tom Seay, Eric Neuyou, Scott Lawson, and John Grimes
Bryan interviews Tom Seay, Scott Lawson, Eric Neuyou and John Grimes, the Guide team who are leading a Virtual Journey Group of Africans. Hear how this group evolved and how God is planting amazing seeds for the future in this new territory. God is on the move!
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Mar 18, 2021
Flee or Kneel
Rocky and Bryan discuss the times in which we live and the possibility of increased persecution that Christians will face. Will our Influencers "flee" or "kneel" in abandonment and trust? Learning to Abide in Christ has never been more critical.
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Mar 11, 2021
Board Member Greg Huett Talks About Prison Ministry
Greg Huett spoke to a group of our leaders recently and gave his testimony of discovering The Journey and intimacy with Christ and how God used this to call him deeper into uncharted territories of Prison Ministry. You will be inspired. If you would like to learn more, you can contact Greg at greg@bcfarmtoys.com or 479-419-0789.
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Mar 4, 2021
A Chat with Frank Khalil, Influencers Tulsa Regional Director
Bryan visited Frank in Tulsa and sat down for a chat. Here an update on how Tulsa Journey groups weathered the COVID storm of 2020 and the outlook for 2021. Also, hear what God has been stirring up within Frank during his recent Sailboat letter during his Journey group. LISTEN NOW
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Feb 25, 2021
Influencers Turns 20 Years Old - Part4
In our final podcast on the discussion of our 20 year anniversary, Rocky and Bryan talk about their vision for the next 20 years: opportunities, challenges, trends, concerns. You are part of this vision! Listen and pray about how you can be a part. LISTEN NOW
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Feb 18, 2021
Influencers Turns 20 Years Old - Part3
Rocky and Bryan recount the history of Influencers with the very first Journey group in 2001 and just how God called this ministry into existence. It's so rewarding to look back and see God's fingerprints and His blessings. LISTEN NOW
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Feb 17, 2021
Influencers Turns 20 Years Old - Part2
Rocky and Bryan recount the history of Influencers with the very first Journey group in 2001 and just how God called this ministry into existence. It's so rewarding to look back and see God's fingerprints and His blessings. LISTEN NOW
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Feb 17, 2021
Influencers Turns 20 Years Old - Part1
Rocky and Bryan recount the history of Influencers with the very first Journey group in 2001 and just how God called this ministry into existence. It's so rewarding to look back and see God's fingerprints and His blessings. LISTEN NOW
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Jan 28, 2021
Unity Comes Vertically, Not Horizontally
Rocky and Bryan discuss challenges we have in Journey Groups and in The Church with divisions and diversions from politics, theological differences, individual needs and perspectives. What is the answer? Go Vertical! Growing closer to the Lord bears fruit and brings unity and peace and love. LISTEN NOW
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Jan 21, 2021
Meet Jaime Lind, Rhode Island Influencer & our Communications Coordinator
Bryan interviews Jaime Lind, a woman in Rhode Island who was reading a You Version Bible App devo from Influencers and was prompted to know more about our ministry. She ended up joining a Virtual Journey Group and is now on staff. She talks about how the death of her father 11 years ago started her journey toward Christ and how He has been guiding her ever since.
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Jan 14, 2021
God Is Setting Men Free in the Homosexual Community
You may have heard us interview Jason Maxwell in the past. He is an Influencer from Northwest Arkansas who came out of the homosexual lifestyle after a powerful encounter with the Holy Spirit. Then, he went through The Journey and found a tool he could use to help other men who shared the same struggle. We wanted to get an update on some of the transformation stories God has been creating through the 3 Journey Groups Jason led last year, all with men struggling with SSA (same sex attraction). Jason offers great hope for those who feel chained to homosexuality, along with wisdom for those of us who need to understand how to come alongside such people. To learn more about Jason’s ministry, go to flames2fire.com
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Jan 7, 2021
Making Plans for 2021? Learn from Jesus’ Life
Rocky and Bryan discuss lessons learned from 2020 and from our Lord Jesus’ life as we consider the future ahead in 2021. Hopefully, you will be challenged, but inspired.
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Dec 24, 2020
Christmas Eve 2020: Celebrating Jesus and His Peace; Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled
Rocky and Bryan talk about the Jesus perspective for Christmas this year. From the moment His coming was announced by the angels to Mary and the Shepherds, we were told “Do not be afraid.” And when Jesus departed, He told us not to let our hearts be troubled and not to be afraid. He came to us and continues to be with us through His Spirit, until the end of time.
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Dec 17, 2020
Advent Preparation for Jesus
Rocky and Bryan discuss the importance of understanding the Old Testament prophecies about Jesus as we understand why He had to come. As we turn our hearts toward Jesus and abide with Him, we also look forward with anticipation for what He has for us this next year.
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Dec 10, 2020
Influencers Makes Its Way Up North
Bryan interviews Wade Hamblin and a few of the men who just completed The Journey in Ontario, Canada. They share the story of how God used Influencers’ presence at a Souly Business conference to plant a see that a year later, God brought to fruition. God is on the move!
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Dec 3, 2020
Meet Lori Reynolds – an Influencer in Waterville, Maine
Lori is Director of the Women’s Ministry at the church where Andy Collar brought The Journey a few years ago. She talks about what she saw in her husband when he went through The Journey and how the message of “Abiding in Christ” is infiltrating the mission of their church. Join us in celebrating what God is doing in new cities everywhere.
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Nov 19, 2020
Walking Through the Valley of the Shadow of Death
Rocky interviews Executive Director, Bryan Craig, about the recent loss of his Dad to COVID-19. Bryan bears witness to the comfort of Abiding in Christ and that the Lord truly is “near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18
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Nov 12, 2020
Meet Michael Murray: A Catholic Influencer from Michigan
Michael Murray is a 2nd generation Irish American with strong Catholic roots who found out about Influencers through our podcasts and ordered a Journey to the Inner Chamber book. He was so compelled that he contacted us and ended up in a Virtual Journey Group. Hear Michael’s thoughts on what The Journey meant to him and how it integrated into his Catholic faith.
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Nov 5, 2020
Will I See You In Heaven?
You may have seen our prayer request for Pastor John Wheeler, one of our Influencers in Tulsa, OK, as he lost his 52 year old son, John, Jr. a few weeks ago to complications from cardiac arrest. John gave the eulogy at his son’s funeral, and it was so impactful and full of Jesus that we thought you needed to hear it and share it.
The picture is of John’s other son, Chris, saying goodbye to his big brother at the graveside. Chris’ wife took the picture and had no idea what was going on at that very moment. John Wheeler, Jr. is now truly FREE.
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Oct 29, 2020
Election Day of the Lord
Yes, there is a big election going on in the United States next week, in the middle of a pandemic, environmental phenomenon and social unrest and division. Are we watching the polls or are we watching for the Lord? In 2 Peter 3, the Word talks about the “Day of the Lord” and its coming and what sort of people we should be in anticipation of it. Bryan interviews Rocky Fleming about this engaging topic.
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Oct 22, 2020
Influencers Women Reach Atlanta and BEYOND
Meet Melissa George and Lauren Cunningham, two Atlanta women who started the first women’s Journey group in Atlanta and then, felt called to start a Virtual Group for women all over the east coast. God is on the move with women! Listen and be inspired. www.influencers.org/podcasts
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Oct 8, 2020
Meet Jeremy Warren, New Area Director for Influencers Tulsa
We recorded an interview with our new staff guy in Tulsa who has been a huge answer to prayer and a great help to Frank Khalil. Hear Jeremy’s story and his perspective on this movement of God in Tulsa. If you would like to send Jeremy a welcome email, you can reach him a jwarren@influencers.org.
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Oct 1, 2020
God Uses The Journey to Save Marriages
Hear the story of one of our Journey brothers in Texas who miraculously found Influencers and joined a Journey Group, just as his marriage was about to start collapsing. God showed him how to forgive and how to love his wife like Christ loved him. LISTEN NOW
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Sep 24, 2020
Faith, Perseverance and the Holy Spirit
Bryan interviews Les Pearsey, Gary Steffes and Brad Newburg, leaders in Bakersfield about how they have handled the challenge of COVID and how God is doing more than they could have asked for or imagined.
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Sep 17, 2020
Opening Night Comments
In case you missed our DNA Summit, listen to Rocky Fleming’s opening comments which really sum up the Influencers DNA and why it is SO important.
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Sep 3, 2020
What is this DNA Summit and Should You Attend?
Rocky and Bryan discuss the upcoming Virtual DNA Summit to help you understand why we are doing it and whether you should be involved. God is truly growing this ministry and our reach, and He may be calling you to be part of this movement.
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Aug 27, 2020
Influencers Makes Its Way to Columbus, OH
Meet Mike Stanley, Tim Montgomery and Gary Webb, three Influencers who went through a Virtual Journey Group last year and are now reproducing The Journey in their own community. Hear their stories and see how God is expanding this ministry.
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Aug 20, 2020
The Journey: Fatherhood, Brotherhood and A Call
Tulsa Journey Brother Gordon Polly spoke at their weekly gathering about what The Journey has meant to him. He expressed his heart quite eloquently as he described The Journey as “Fatherhood”, “Brotherhood” and “A Call”. Gordon also just went through an unexpected major heart surgery to save his life, and he talks about how God was in that, as well. Listen and be inspired.
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Aug 13, 2020
Meet Gary Steffes
Gary Steffes recently joined the Influencers Staff in Bakersfield, CA as an Area Director, assisting Les Pearsey in keeping up with the amazing organic spiritual growth going on out there. Gary is an ex-professional Hockey player, an FCA speaker and leader and a youth minister. We are blessed to have Gary on staff, and you’ll enjoy getting to know this inspirational young man.
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Aug 6, 2020
Spiritual Warfare
Rocky and Bryan discuss the intense spiritual battle which is raging right now in the world and how our Influencers can be equipped to stand in the midst of it. This is a critical hour and we must be prepared.
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Jul 30, 2020
Influencers Women
Last Thursday, as a part of our Global Speaker Series, we interviewed 3 leaders with Influencers Women:
Nicole Thompson, Memphis, TN
Maribel Resendez, Bakersfield, CA
Melissa George, Atlanta, GA
Hear 3 different perspectives on the power of The Journey in a woman’s life and how this has impacted their marriages, their relationship with their kids and helped them find peace and purpose in their families, churches and spheres of influence.
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Jul 23, 2020
Meet Paul Holzmer – New Regional Director of Northwest Arkansas Branch
We recently announced that Paul Holzmer would be the new Regional Director for Northwest Arkansas. Bryan sits down with Paul for a chat about his story of how he first came to know about The Journey in Tulsa, OK and how it gave him a new purpose in his personal ministry. He also talks about how it has worked its way into his family of 4 grown daughters and son-in-laws. You need to get to know Paul.
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Jul 16, 2020
A Story of Reconciliation Between Two Brothers
Bryan interviews Dave Depew, a Journey Guide in Northwest Arkansas, about some past wounds between he and his brother, Bob. God brought healing and reconciliation to Dave as he went through The Journey, and then, he got to guide his brother through The Journey in the last month’s of Bob’s life. An amazing God-story!
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Jul 9, 2020
Guiding Corporate America Through The Journey
We interviewed Kyle Neely, Executive Vice President with Tyson Foods about his experience in forming Journey groups within Tyson Foods. He talks about the courage and boldness it requires to live out your Faith at work but also how this is transforming the culture at work. Listen Now
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Jul 2, 2020
Refreshed by Refreshing Others
Bryan interviews Rocky about the need for encouragement in the body of Christ right now as people are weary and frustrated and afraid. Rocky talks about drawing our encouragement from the Lord, but also, about pressing through our own discouragement by encouraging others. Listen now at influencers.org/podcasts
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Jun 25, 2020
Influencers Global Speaker Series – Rocky Fleming
Our Influencers Global Speaker Series was excited to have special guest Rocky Fleming. We interviewed him about Moving Beyond the Inner Chamber. It was a discussion about the sacred responsibility all Christians have to make Disciples. And for everyone who goes through The Journey, it is the NEXT STEP in their own discipleship to lead others. Listen to this enlightening conversations. LISTEN NOW
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Jun 18, 2020
Pete McKenzie – The Tug of Heaven
Bryan interviews Pete about his new book, which is now available on Amazon. LISTEN NOW (www.influencers.org/podcasts)
Hi Guys. We are announcing Pete’s book about he and Suzan’s marriage relationship that’s just being published this week. Many of you were so blessed by the CaringBridge posts when he and Suzan were going through her illness, that you told Pete that they should be in a book. Pete took this as from the Lord and started writing.
So I am happy to share with you that he has completed the book entitled The Tug of Heaven. He tells the story of his and Suzan’s lifelong love affair, the amazing things God did and taught them in their 50-year relationship, and Suzan’s eventual passing into eternity. Many of his CaringBridge posts are included in the book.
“Pete McKenzie’s deep affection for the love of his life, Suzan, is both touching and inspiring. More than a tribute to Suzan, The Tug of Heaven contains life lessons that we can all benefit from.”
–Phil Van…
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Jun 4, 2020
Jesus is the Answer to Racial Reconciliation
Rocky and Bryan discuss the racial tension in this country. Rocky draws on his past growing up in the deep South and also talks about what he has learned from other races and from Jesus. LISTEN NOW
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May 28, 2020
Bryan Craig – What the Journey Means to Me
Bryan Craig, Executive Director of Influencers, gave a talk to the Influencers in Tulsa last week. He recounted his own personal journey and struggles which ultimately led him to Influencers and the treasure his heart desired. LISTEN NOW
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May 21, 2020
The Finest Hour for an Abiding Man
Pete McKenzie spoke via Zoom to a large group of Influencers about facing some of the biggest challenges in his life, including losing his precious wife, and how it proved to be a test of his faith and his relationship with Christ.
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May 14, 2020
Guides Become Mentors
As many Journey groups are commencing, Rocky and Bryan talk about the importance of Guides taking their Participants into the next step of becoming Guides. There is a big need for Mentorship of new Guides. And they discuss the new 6-Week Guide Mentor Plan that will be rolling out soon.
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Apr 30, 2020
Why are We Praying for Awakening
Rocky and Bryan discuss the 24 Hour Awakening Prayer which starts tomorrow and explain our hopes for this movement. They also talk about misconceptions regarding Prayer. Listen and join us in Prayer
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Apr 23, 2020
Praying for an Awakening
Rocky and Bryan discuss a stirring Influencers is feeling to Pray for Revival. We are hoping to start a spark of Prayer that will ignite a flame and a wave of Prayer in this country. They discuss the upcoming 24 Hour Prayer initiative that will start on May 1st at Noon CST and are asking Influencers everywhere to join the effort.
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Apr 15, 2020
Rocky Fleming Interviewed at Bakersfield M6
Les Pearsey, Regional Director of Influencers-Bakersfield, interviewed Rocky during their monthly gathering and asked him questions about the founding of the ministry, along with his thoughts about the current pandemic we face.
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Apr 8, 2020
What if Jesus Did NOT Drink that Cup?
Rocky and Bryan share the agony Christ felt in the Garden as he prayed three times that the Cup of Suffering might be taken. What if he turned back from His mission? Join us as the significance of the Cross comes into full view. LISTEN NOW
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Mar 26, 2020
The Church Has Left the Building
Rocky and Bryan discuss these crazy times and how the Church, that means YOU, is being challenged to live it out in new and creative ways. Rocky encourages us to “seize the moment” and be the Church as Influencers to a confused, fearful, uncertain world.
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Mar 12, 2020
Influencers Battle Plan: Inquire of the Lord
Rocky and Bryan discuss how King David always found success on the battlefield when he “inquired of the Lord.” However, when he did not, it didn’t go very well. As Influencers, this is our battle cry and our DNA. We must “inquire of the Lord” multiple times every day, especially when facing difficult decisions and needing direction.”
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Mar 5, 2020
Pornography: An Enemy to Abiding
Bryan sits down with four of our Regional Directors to talk about how Porn is destroying souls and marriages. Don’t be deceived!
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Feb 27, 2020
Speaking Blessings Not Curses
Rocky and Bryan talk about the danger with our Tongues and how our Words can cause great Division, if we’re not careful. As Influencers, we want to be like Jesus and speak Words of Life. LISTEN NOW
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Feb 20, 2020
Bakersfield Prayer Breakfast
Hear Rocky’s address at the 2020 Bakersfield Prayer Breakfast, with 1200 people and all city leaders in attendance.
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Feb 13, 2020
How Do We Pray For Our People?
When trying to understand how to pray for America, many Christians look to 2 Chronicles 7:14, “If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” It’s like “If we Americans pray and repent, all will be well.” Perhaps God may choose to use much tougher measures to create a wake-up call to America, and we must be willing to pray for that, as well. Listen now
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Feb 6, 2020
Journey Guide Forum- “Being a Holy-Spirit-led Guide”
Bryan and Rocky led a roundtable discussion with some Guides about what it means to be Holy-Spirit led in our Guiding. This is a DNA of being a good guide and worthy of discussion. Listen and Enjoy.
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Jan 16, 2020
2020 – A Prayer Not for Clarity, but for Trust
Rocky and Bryan discuss hopes and dreams and commitments for Influencers for 2020 and hope to help your perspective for this new year.
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Dec 23, 2019
What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?
Bryan and Rocky are joined by Tulsa Regional Director, Frank Khalil, as they talk about Christmas and contemplate the significance of Jesus Christ coming into the world.
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Dec 19, 2019
Influencers reaches Costa Rica
Bryan and Rocky were recently seeing our Influencers in Costa Rica and Bryan sat down for an interview with Pastor Henry Guiterres who leads Hope Fellowship in Playa del Coco. They were joined by Jahider Garzon, who is from Colombia, South America. Jahider has family in Costa Rica and does ministry there, as well. He is leading the first Journey group in Colombia. God is truly doing a great work! LISTEN NOW
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Dec 11, 2019
An Interview with Chuck Sharp, Living by Faith, Not by Sight
You may have seen the prayer requests for Chuck Sharp, who had the detached retina surgery a few weeks ago. Hear Chuck talk about this amazing faith-growing experience from a man who went from a Sporting Clay National Champion to facing the prospect of losing eyesight. LISTEN NOW
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Dec 4, 2019
An Interview with Benton County Sheriff Shawn Holloway and Major Bob Bersi
These two civil servants talk about their own transformation in Christ through The Journey and how The Journey to the Inner Chamber is impacting inmates at the Benton County Jail.
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Nov 26, 2019
So Much To Be Thankful For
Rocky and Bryan talk about 2019 and all the things they are thankful for in this ministry and in the impact they have witnessed. LISTEN NOW
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Nov 14, 2019
Journey Brother Starts Ministry to Set Homosexuals Free
We sit down for a chat with Jason Maxwell, founder of Flames2Fire Ministries, to hear his story of God delivering him from a life of homosexuality and through learning how to Abide, gave him a platform and process to help others like him. Jason is taking strategic ground from the enemy and needs our prayers and support. To learn more about this ministry, go to www.flames2fire.com.
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Nov 6, 2019
Orphan Spirit vs. Spirit of Sonship
Rocky and Bryan discuss The Orphan Spirit and how it is holding many people back from the intimacy that the Father wants to give them. They talk about what it means to be a true child of God. LISTEN NOW
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Oct 17, 2019
The Word – Spoken, Written and Incarnate
Rocky and Bryan talk about the power of God’s Word in a believer’s life and how studying the Bible can be an intellectual pursuit or a life-changing experience with the Holy Spirit. LISTEN NOW
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Oct 9, 2019
The Mystery of it All
Rocky and Bryan discuss how theological differences in the body of Christ can cause division and can cause confusion in a Journey Group. The answer is not in trying to solve every problem or fix your participants…it’s in turning it over to the One who has all the answers. But there will always be room for some “mystery” on this Christian journey.
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Sep 26, 2019
Interview with Matt Melcher Rockwall TX – A Season of Restoration
Bryan sits down with Matt, who is our champion in Rockwall, TX, who led the first Journey group there and is raising up leaders for the next generation of Journey groups. Exciting Stuff!
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Sep 18, 2019
Meet Glenn Gordon, Champion for Influencers-Carolinas
Bryan was in Ft. Mill, SC and sat down with Glenn, who has been leading the charge for Influencers and Journey groups in Ft. Mill. Glenn is also part of F3, a fitness ministry which has branches all over the Carolinas. Hear Glenn’s story and his vision.
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Sep 12, 2019
Sam Parsons – The Best is Yet to Come
In honor of Sam Parsons, we are re-broadcasting a podcast recorded in Tulsa at their weekly gathering where Sam shared his heart and music in a powerful, transparent way with a group of inspired Influencers.
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Sep 5, 2019
Introducing Leo Bredemann – New Regional Director Northern California
Bryan sits down with Dennis Shepherd and Leo Bredemann to discuss the history of Influencers in Redding, CA and in Northern California and the new transition as Leo takes the reigns for the future. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN NOW
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Aug 28, 2019
Evangelism Vs. Discipleship
Rocky and Bryan talk about the need for evangelism in the world but how evangelism cannot replace discipleship. Enjoy this challenging conversation.
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Aug 21, 2019
Influencers-Sacramento
Bryan is on the road in Sacramento, CA and sat down with one of the key champions, Dave Eichinger, talking about how The Journey found its way there and how it is spreading. LISTEN NOW
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Aug 14, 2019
For Such a Time as This
Bryan and Rocky discuss how we Christian Influencers are supposed to respond to the troubling times in which we live. It’s time for the Body of Christ to rise up and share God’s love. LISTEN NOW
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Aug 1, 2019
Introducing Rocky’s Latest and Last Book in the Journey story – Beyond the Inner Chamber
Hear Rocky talk about the inspiration behind his latest book which completes the Journey story and will be used in the new revision of the Journey curriculum. It’s all about reaching back to help others find what you have found. LISTEN NOW
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Jul 24, 2019
J19 – The 2019 Revision of The Journey – Part Two
Rocky and Bryan continue the dialogue about the new Revision of The Journey, along with a DNA discussion. MUST LISTEN for all Journey Guides! LISTEN NOW
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Jul 17, 2019
J19 – The 2019 Revision of The Journey – Part One
Rocky and Bryan introduce the changes in The Journey curriculum for the Fall of 2019. All those who plan to Guide a Journey Group this Fall definitely need to listen.
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Jul 10, 2019
Introducing New Book An Orphan No More
Learn about Rocky’s new book, An Orphan No More, and how this book will help Journey participants better understand the Enlightenment of the intimate nature of God. Rocky talks about “the Orphan Spirit” and how that plagues many believers and keeps them from receiving their true place in the family of God. LISTEN NOW
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Jun 26, 2019
SOTO – Special Praise Session
Enjoy a special Praise session that happened at SOTO. You will be blessed to hear Sam and Nick Parsons and Sheriff Shawn Holloway on fiddle.
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Jun 19, 2019
SOTO- Rocky Interviews Pete McKenzie and Sam Parsons- PART TWO
Hear Part Two of Rocky’s interview with Pete McKenzie and Sam Parsons. An extremely special, spiritual moment! And Sam sings his latest song LIVE.
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Jun 12, 2019
SOTO- Rocky Interviews Pete McKenzie and Sam Parsons- PART ONE
One of the most powerful moments at SOTO was when Rocky interviewed Sam and Pete about their life of serving the Lord and weathering the loss of their wives in the past few years. Sam also talks about his diagnosis of cancer and shares some special music. To see these 3 on stage together was something we may never see again. Listen and be blessed.
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Jun 5, 2019
SOTO – Reaching Back – Jay Thompson & Frank Khalil
Jay Thompson, Regional Director for Influencers Memphis, opened up the closing ceremony of our National Summit with a visual representation of our need for community and to reach back and help others on their journeys. If you want to watch the video while you listen to the podcast, here’s the link: Water Buffalo Video
Frank Khalil, Regional Director for Tulsa, picked up where Jay left off as he talked about Jesus helping a man pick up his mat and be healed.
TO LISTEN TO THE TALK, CLICK HERE
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May 29, 2019
SOTO – Tightening Your Grip by Letting Go – Nate Sweeney
Nate Sweeney, Global Board Member, Pastor, Author and leader of the Abiding Network, brought the house down with his fiery talk about living the abiding life. You will truly be inspired. LISTEN NOW
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May 22, 2019
SOTO 2019 – Nourishment for the Journey – John Van Lenten
Hear a talk from SOTO by John Van Lenten from Influencers Bakersfield, as he challenged men marinate in God’s Word daily and to follow the
Holy Spirit. His talk was entitled “Nourishment for The Journey”
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May 15, 2019
Report from the Mountaintop
Rocky and Bryan recount the many blessings they witnessed at the National Summit, offering a preview of some of the content which will be shared in future Podcasts. LISTEN NOW
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Apr 17, 2019
The Thursday Before Easter…A Very Significant Night
It’s the Thursday before Easter, the night before the Cross. Join us as we go back to the night and understand the significance of this last night between Jesus and His disciples. To listen, CLICK HERE
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Apr 10, 2019
An Interview with Pete McKenzie and Rocky Fleming – Leaving a Legacy – PART TWO
Pete and Rocky comment on Finishing Well and Leaving a Legacy. LISTEN NOW
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Apr 4, 2019
An Interview with Pete McKenzie and Rocky Fleming – Friends for Life – PART ONE
“Hear the story of how God brought two young men together 55 years ago and forged a friendship that has fanned the flame of ministry to thousands of men.” LISTEN NOW
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Mar 27, 2019
The Wonderful Life
“The Wonderful Life”. Rocky and Bryan discuss the life God wants to give us versus the illusion of life that the world offers. Just like George Bailey discovered, the wonderful life has very little to do with money, fame or success.
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Mar 20, 2019
The Virtual Journey Group
Bryan Craig and Tom Seay discuss their pilot Virtual Journey Group and how technology is opening new avenues to reach more people.
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Mar 14, 2019
Interview with Mark Sewell, Global Board President and Man Who Fell In Love With Jesus
Mark Sewell was a Chiropractor in Northwest Arkansas who went to church, led men’s ministry, but didn’t realize how much more there was to this relationship with Jesus. Hear Mark’s story and how The Journey transformed his life forever and has given him several hundred spiritual children.
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Mar 7, 2019
Interview with Regina Sewell, Director of Influencers – NWAWomen
Regina is leading the evolving movement of women within Influencers. Hear her story of how watching her husband go through The Journey inspired her to go through the materials and how God called her to His work of helping women in the body of Christ become Abiders. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST NOW
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Feb 27, 2019
The Inspiration Behind Rocky’s New Book, Abide
Many of you are just now realizing that we introduced a new book into our curriculum to replace “Secrets of the Vine”. Rocky’s new book, Abide, is a very special story, as Gabe teaches about grapevines and branches and fruit and the spiritual lessons from John 15. Rocky explains his inspiration behind this new book. LISTEN NOW
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Feb 20, 2019
SOTO 2019…What’s This All About?
Many of you keep hearing about “SOTO” which is a short affectionate name for our National Summit May 2-5, where Influencers will gather from all over the country to “Go Vertical” together. Rocky and Bryan explain what’s in store. LISTEN NOW
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Feb 15, 2019
The Applause of Man vs. the Applause of Heaven
Rocky talks about testing our hearts and intentions to see if we are living our lives to please men or please God. Very insightful and convicting! LISTEN NOW
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Feb 6, 2019
The Dynamic Duo
Charles Rateliff took a business acquaintance, Chuck Sharp, through The Journey several years ago, and then asked him to guide a group the following year. Now, these two men have formed a great Guide Team which has helped many men in Northwest Arkansas as they have guided a group every year for the past 6 plus years. Chuck and Charles share some of the wisdom they’ve obtained about guiding Journey groups and about forming a successful guide team. LISTEN NOW
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Jan 30, 2019
An Influencer and His Pastor
Listen to this inspiring story how Tom Seay heard a prompting from the Lord to pray for and with his pastor, Tim Rine. What started out as an awkward, uncomfortable meeting has turned into a strong friendship and a discipleship partnership. If you are a layman in a church, it may help you understand your pastor better. If you are a pastor, it may help you realize there can be mighty moves of God in your church that you don’t initiate. LISTEN NOW
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Jan 16, 2019
Introducing Journey 2.0!
For all you Influencers who have completed Journey 1.0, we have some exciting news! In 2019, we are rolling out Journey 2.0, and you will be amazed at the opportunity to go deeper with Christ than ever before. Listen to our podcast to learn more. LISTEN NOW
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Jan 10, 2019
No Obstacles!
Rocky talks about Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 6:1-10 and how we, too, have a sacred responsibility to keep any obstacles from getting in the way of God’s ministry. This is a good admonition for all you Guides and Leaders out there who are on the front lines. Listen to our message, “No Obstacles”.
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Dec 20, 2018
Bringing Peace on Earth
Rocky discusses how God appoints us to be “peacemakers”, not “peace lovers”, especially at Christmastime. LISTEN NOW
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Dec 13, 2018
A New Chapter in the History of Influencers
Bryan and Rocky talk about the future of the Influencers.
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Dec 6, 2018
An Interview with Tulsa Regional Director, Frank Khalil – Part Two
Out of the 2nd Journey Group in Tulsa, OK, God raised up a fiery young police officer, Frank Khalil, who was compelled to share this message of abiding with Christ with everyone he knew. Ultimately, God called him to become our Regional Director in Tulsa. You’ll enjoy hearing Part Two of our interview with Frank.
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Nov 28, 2018
An Interview with Tulsa Regional Director, Frank Khalil – Part One
Out of the 2nd Journey Group in Tulsa, OK, God raised up a fiery young police officer, Frank Khalil, who was compelled to share this message of abiding with Christ with everyone he knew. Ultimately, God called him to become our Regional Director in Tulsa. You’ll enjoy hearing Part One of our interview with Frank.
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Nov 20, 2018
Special Thanksgiving Message – Giving Thanks In All Circumstances
Bryan and Rocky talk about giving thanks “in all circumstances” which is really a test of our abiding relationship with Christ. LISTEN NOW
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Nov 14, 2018
Pat Callahan – The Dark Night of the Soul
Pat Callahan shares his story with us. CLICK TO LISTEN NOW
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Nov 8, 2018
An Interview with Charles Zimmerman – A Man Who Had Everything But…
Bryan talks with Charles Zimmerman, ex Walmart executive who looked like he had the perfect life but didn’t realize until after retirement that he didn’t have Christ. LISTEN NOW
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Nov 1, 2018
What is the Generosity Challenge and Why?
Bryan Craig sits down with the NWA regional director Tom Seay to talk about the Generosity Challenge.
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Oct 24, 2018
The Responsibility for Reconciliation
A big part of being a Disciple of Christ is getting along with other disciples. How often do we see the enemy successfully divide us from one another? How do we handle these difficult situations? Listen to our new podcast, as Rocky talks about “The Responsibility for Reconciliation.” Click the link to go to our Podcast page or go to your Podcast app on your phone and search “Influencers Global Ministries.”
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Oct 18, 2018
40 Reasons for Thanksgiving
REASON #1: Recognition
On the way to Jerusalem he was passing along between Samaria and Galilee. And as he entered a village, he was met by ten lepers, who stood at a distance and lifted up their voices, saying, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us.” When he saw them he said to them, “Go and show yourselves to the priests.” And as they went they were cleansed. Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; and he fell on his face at Jesus’ feet, giving him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. Then Jesus answered, “Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine? Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?”
If I do not recognize the mighty things God has done to bless me, am I also one who does not return to thank Him?
REASON #2: For My Foundation
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” (Ephesians 6:8 ESV)
If I do not recognize the grace tha…
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Oct 11, 2018
Is Abiding for Millennials?
There is much talk these days about the “Millennials” and who they are and how they think and how to reach them. We sit down with one of our own to seek some answers. Hear the interview with Jesse Lane. CLICK BELOW to go to our Podcast page or GO TO ITUNES
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Oct 4, 2018
The Slow, Agonizing, Death of a Living Sacrifice
Most of us don’t like to think about death. However, on this spiritual journey, there needs to come a time when we attend our own funeral. There is new life on the other side of this death. Listen to our new podcast, “The Slow, Agonizing Death of a Living Sacrifice.”
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Sep 27, 2018
Abiding in His Love
Jesus tells us to “Abide in His Love” in the famous Abiding passage of John 15. He says if we obey His commands we will abide in His Love. Then He says His command is this: “Love each other.” We unpack this whole love story in our latest podcast, “Abiding in His Love.”
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Sep 19, 2018
The DNA of Making Disciples
Rocky recently gave a talk to some Guides in Northwest Arkansas and we recorded it. We are entitling his talk, “The DNA of Making Disciples”
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Sep 12, 2018
Living it Out: Do Something Not Nothing
We sit down and chat with Chris Hyslop, one of the members of the first Journey Group in Tulsa, who talks about how abiding in Christ led him to share that love with those in need. You’ll hear about the Influencers who formed “Sons of Encouragement.”
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Sep 5, 2018
The Journey in Egypt
We interview Micheal Ramsey, from Cairo, Egypt who was visiting the U.S. and talks about taking Egyptians through The Journey.
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Aug 29, 2018
Your Stewardship of Mercy and Grace
The Apostle Paul talks about a “stewardship of grace” in his letter to the Ephesians. Rocky talks about how this struck him in his thinking about our responsibility as Christ’s disciples. Fascinating discussion.
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Aug 22, 2018
The Story of an Affiliate City – Frisco TX
We interview Michael Daoust, our Champion in Frisco, TX who spearheaded the launch of 2 new Journey groups starting this Fall. Hear the story of how God set all of this up. It is a great example of how God is inviting Influencers to new cities all over the United States. Praying for more champions to emerge!
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Or go to the Podcast App on your smartphone and search “Influencers Global Ministries”
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Aug 16, 2018
An Interview with Dr. Gary Oliver (Former Promise Keepers Leader)
Dr. Gary Oliver, former Promise Keepers Board Member and Speaker, sits down with us to discuss his view of men’s ministry and how Influencers is making an impact. Listen and you will realize that you are part of a holy movement!
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Aug 8, 2018
Influencers Prison Ministry – Setting Captives Free
Bryan talks with Greg Huett about the Influencers Prison Ministry.
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Aug 1, 2018
Sifting – What is it? Why is it Good?
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You’ve heard about the Discipline of the Lord and also about how He Prunes, but do you understand Sifting? Jesus told Peter he would be sifted. Are you being sifted? Listen to Rocky’s wisdom on this important aspect of God’s development program. Listen to “What is Sifting? Why is it Good?”
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Jul 23, 2018
An Interview with CEO of Workmatters Ministry – David Roth
Listen to our latest podcast, where we sit down for a chat with David Roth, fellow Influencer and CEO of Workmatters. Hear how God is bringing His Word into the workplace and helping believers Live it Out at work.
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Jul 17, 2018
Today’s World – The Harvest Before Us
We have been blessed to travel all over the United States and meet men and women from all kinds of churches and backgrounds. Today, we discuss our view of how we see the world today and why Influencers exists. Listen to “Today’s World- The Harvest Before Us.” The link below will take you to our Podcast page.
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Jul 10, 2018
Interview with Nicole Thompson – Women Influencers Memphis
Bryan talks with Nicole Thompson, Director of Women Influencers- Memphis about the impact of The Journey on women and how this is spreading to reach many women in Memphis and beyond.
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Jun 27, 2018
Jason Pluenneke – Personal Abandonment and Absolute Trust – We Live It!
We sit down with one of our leaders in Northwest Arkansas, Jason Pluenneke, who talks about his personal Journey to Abiding. He also talks about being on the Resource Team for Influencers Global Ministries and how we approach the funding for this ministry. You’ll enjoy this week’s broadcast, “Personal Abandonment and Absolute Trust- We Live It!”
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Jun 19, 2018
The Power of Journaling
Journaling has proven to be a key method in The Journey to help individuals learn how to Abide in Christ. This week, Rocky interviews Executive Director Bryan Craig on “The Power of Journaling”.
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Jun 13, 2018
An Interview with former Walmart Executive and NWA Regional Director, Tom Seay
Bryan sits down with Tom Seay, NWA Regional Director. Tom talks about his days with Walmart and working with Sam Walton and how The Journey taught him about Personal Abandonment, Absolute Trust and the importance of Forgiveness. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN NOW
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Jun 6, 2018
A Unique Perspective on Spiritual Warfare
We know we have an enemy on this journey with the Lord, but often we act as if he has all the power over us.
Rocky talks about this in our latest broadcast, “A Unique Perspective on Spiritual Warfare.”
Listen now by clicking one of the links below:
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ITUNES PODCAST LINK
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May 29, 2018
Go Vertical – An Important Distinction About The Journey
Bryan sits down with Rocky to talk about the vertical relationship with Jesus Christ part of the Journey.
In explaining The Journey process and how to become a Disciple of Christ, we always talk about Vertical vs. Horizontal. In today’s episode, Rocky explains this important dynamic of the vertical journey toward Christ. Listen to today’s podcast, “Go Vertical”
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May 23, 2018
An Interview with Regional Director – Central Coast, Jim Pennington
Bryan travels to California to talk with Jim Pennington, new Regional Director for Influencers- Central Coast of California, a region which spun off from Bakersfield.
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May 16, 2018
An Interview with an Influencers Couple, Greg and Marty Marchand
Bryan talks with Greg and Marty about leading Journey Groups. CLICK HERE TO GO TO OUR PODCAST PAGE
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May 9, 2018
An Interview with Regional Director for Bakersfield – Les Pearsey
Regional Director for Bakersfield,CA, Les Pearsey. Hear how God is transforming a city through Men of God abiding in Christ and Living it Out! Listen: INFLUENCERS NETWORK PODCAST PAGE
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May 2, 2018
A Man Finds Freedom From a Life of Homosexuality
Today’s broadcast includes a testimony of an Influencer who lived a homosexual lifestyle for over 15 years until the Holy Spirit called him and set him free. Jason Maxwell (flames2fire.com) shared his story at a local gathering of Influencers in Northwest Arkansas. For anyone who struggles with homosexuality or knows someone who does, Jason’s message is powerful and inspiring. Click the link below or go to your Podcast app on your phone and search “Influencers Global Ministries”
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Apr 17, 2018
The Journey Makes Its Way To Austin, TX!
Bryan Craig travels to Austin, TX to talk with the Journey group leaders there!
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Apr 9, 2018
An Interview with Jay Thompson and Ben Reed from Influencers-Memphis
Bryan Craig sits down with Jay Thompson and Ben Reed from the Memphis chapter of the Influencers. CLICK HERE TO GO TO OUR PODCAST PAGE
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Apr 2, 2018
The Top 5 Things Men Struggle With – Part Five – Keeping Their Soul Healthy
The final conversation with Rocky about the top 5 things that Men struggle with. CLICK HERE TO GO TO OUR PODCAST PAGE
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Mar 29, 2018
The Journey to the Cross and Resurrection and Beyond
Bryan Craig talks Easter with Rocky.
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Mar 19, 2018
The Top 5 Things Men Struggle With – Part Four – Stewardship
Bryan Craig and Rocky Fleming continue the series on the top 5 things that Men struggle with, talking about Stewardship. LISTEN NOW
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Mar 15, 2018
The Top 5 Things Men Struggle With – Part Three – Fear
Bryan Craig and Rocky Fleming continue the series on the top 5 things that Men struggle with, this week talking about Fear.
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Mar 8, 2018
The Top 5 Things Men Struggle With – Part Two – Lust
Bryan Craig continues talking with Rocky in part two of the five part series on things that men struggle with.
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Mar 1, 2018
The Top 5 Things Men Struggle With – Part One – Anger
Bryan Craig sit across the table with Rocky Fleming and talks about the top 5 things Men struggle with starting with Anger.
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Feb 27, 2018
Being Set Free and Becoming an Oak of Righteousness
Bryan Craig sit across the table with Rocky Fleming and talks about being set free, abiding in Christ and becoming an oak of Righteousness.
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Feb 22, 2018
An Interview with Guide David Welton – A Mans Man Who Discovered Intimacy with Christ
Bryan Craig sits down and talks to David Welton, a Man’s Man about discovering intimacy with Christ.
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Feb 14, 2018
An Interview with Pete McKenzie – A Love that Never Fails (Part Two)
Bryan Craig continues his talk with Pete McKenzie, talking about a Love that never Fails.
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Feb 13, 2018
An Interview with Pete McKenzie – Becoming a Man of God (Part One)
Bryan Craig sits down to talk with Pete McKenzie and his journey, becoming a man of God.
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Feb 8, 2018
The Influencers Expansion Model and the 5-Seed Challenge
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Feb 1, 2018
An Interview with Pastor Nate Sweeney- Influencers and the Local Church
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Jan 18, 2018
An Interview with Founding Board Members Bob Brown and Tony Elliott
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Jan 11, 2018
An Interview with Executive Director Bryan Craig-Being All-In
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Jan 4, 2018
What are God’s Plans for You in 2018
Influencers Global Ministries Founder Rocky Fleming and Executive Director Bryan Craig discuss setting goals and resolutions at the beginning of the year. Are we allowing room for God’s plans in our planning? Listen and enjoy as they discuss planning from the viewpoint of a Disciple. What are God’s Plans for You in 2018
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Dec 21, 2017
Merry Christmas
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Dec 14, 2017
Stewardship of a Vision
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Dec 7, 2017
Interview with Greg Huett- The Value of Storms
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Nov 30, 2017
Rocky’s New Book, “Forged For a Vision”
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Nov 23, 2017
Reflections from the National Summit
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Nov 16, 2017
The DNA of The Journey- Part Two
Bryan and Rocky talk about the Journey process.
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Nov 9, 2017
The DNA of The Journey- Part One
Bryan and Rocky talk about the Journey process.
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Nov 2, 2017
The Beginning of Influencers
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Oct 23, 2017
SOTO 2017 - Saturday Night – Personal Abandonment and Absolute Trust- Rocky Fleming
National Summit Talks
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Oct 22, 2017
SOTO 2017 - Saturday Morning – Sharing the Feast- Les Pearsey
National Summit Talks
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Oct 21, 2017
SOTO 2017 - Friday Night – The Exercise Room- Pete McKenzie
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Oct 20, 2017
SOTO 2017 - Friday Afternoon – The Banquet Table- Terry Miller
National Summit Talks
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Oct 19, 2017
SOTO 2017 - Friday Morning – The Refugee Camp- Frank Khalil
National Summit Talks
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