Influencers Global Ministries

Bryan reports live from the 25 anniversary Influencers Men’s International Summit. Take a look inside the Summit and meet some of the men who are attending. This year’s Summit proves to be a monumental event in the history of Influencers.

Rocky and Bryan recount the week leading up to Jesus’ death and resurrection and a particular day when Jesus confronts the Pharisees one last time. As He calls them “Hypocrites” multiple times, Rocky calls those “fightin’ words.” They discuss what Jesus was so disgusted about with the Pharisees and contrast that to some of the final words He said to His closest followers, including “Abide with Me.” Enter into the drama of Holy Week and Jesus’ life and teaching.

Rocky interviews Bryan Craig about his new book coming out, entitled The Story of Influencers. They talk about why this book was written and how it tells the story of a movement of God and not a work of man. They talk about how the 25 year anniversary of Influencers is a perfect time to look back and commemorate and to appreciate all that God has done through this grassroots, organic ministry.

Bryan interviews Brandon Charles, Influencers Global Office Operations Coordinator. Hear a bit of Brandon’s story and faith journey and what led him to Influencers. You will also hear his perspective on the ministry and his new role.

Bryan interviews the 5 key speakers who will be giving talks at the upcoming Men’s Summit. Fred Stoeker will speak on “The Call to Jesus”, Gary Steffes will speak on “The Call to Follow Jesus”, Tony Schaar will speak on “The Call to Abide”, Josh Sherley will speak on “The Call to Make Disciples” and Sach Oliver will speak on “The Call to Influencers.” Get a flavor for what the Holy Spirit is doing as He is preparing our themes and schedule and the spiritual environment for the upcoming Summit. If you are a man on the fence about coming the Summit, this podcast will help you decide.

Bryan interviews Jeff Crowder, Journey Guide and Influencers Souly Coordinator and Chapter Leader of Souly Business Eastern Tennessee. They talk about the symbiotic relationship that has developed between Souly Business retreat ministry and Influencers Global Ministries as many Souly participants have gone through The Journey to further what God started the Souly conference. And many Influencers Chapters are starting to host Souly Business conferences. Jeff says, “It’s like Peanut Butter and Jelly. Each are good by themselves, but when you put them together, you get something really special.”

Bryan interviews four Regional Directors in Influencers… Henry Gutierrez (Latin America), Andy Collar (Maine), Mike Malak (Great Lakes) and Mike Hearne (Kansas). They each talk about their experience at an Influencers Global Summit. Three of them had never been through a Journey Group, nor knew much about the ministry, but they got invited by a trusted friend to come. These are compelling stories that God brings the men to the Summit who need to be there. It might be you who need to be there.

Bryan interviews Josh Sherley, Regional Director for Bakersfield. They talk about some of the uniqueness in the way Bakersfield Influencers are answering the call, but also talk about the upcoming Influencers International Men’s Summit, going over the themes of the talks and the speakers. This is going to be a very special event. Listen and then SIGN UP!

Bryan interviews Jim Pennington, Regional Director Influencers Central Coast and Fred Stoeker, fellow Influencer from Iowa and author of “Every Man’s Battle.” They talk about God giving Jim a vision about a men’s event at the Santa Maria Speedway that would involve Fred Stoeker as the main speaker. Jim was obedient to the vision and it was fulfilled last weekend as 1500 men gathered on a beautiful California evening to praise God, hear about Influencers and be challenged to sexual purity by Fred. Many men responded and God was glorified. Hear the story.

Part Two - Bryan interviews three of the founders of Influencers, Rocky Fleming, Bob Brown and Tony Elliott, members of the very first Journey group in 2001. They talk about the first Journey group invitation, though it wasn’t even called The Journey yet, nor was Journey to the Inner Chamber written. But Rocky simply said, “There’s more of God I want to know, and there’s more of me God wants.” And they embarked upon a journey to understand John 15 and Abiding. Here we are, 25 years later, reflecting on thousands of people in many cultures and languages, who have gone on this Journey to intimacy with Christ.

Part One - Bryan interviews three of the founders of Influencers, Rocky Fleming, Bob Brown and Tony Elliott, members of the very first Journey group in 2001. They talk about the first Journey group invitation, though it wasn’t even called The Journey yet, nor was Journey to the Inner Chamber written. But Rocky simply said, “There’s more of God I want to know, and there’s more of me God wants.” And they embarked upon a journey to understand John 15 and Abiding. Here we are, 25 years later, reflecting on thousands of people in many cultures and languages, who have gone on this Journey to intimacy with Christ.

Bryan got to share the Journey DNA with a group of women going through Guide Mentoring. We thought you might benefit from this discussion and hearing the questions asked. This group was extra special as it included several new women guides from Rwanda.

Bryan interviews Scott Lawson, our Virtual Regional Director, as they talk about the increased activity in Virtual Journey Groups and the demand for more Virtual Journey Guides. They also touch on the history of this movement and the nuances of guiding a group virtually vs. a live group. Some of our most impactful leaders would not be part of this ministry were it not for Virtual groups.

Rocky and Bryan ring in the new year with a discussion about the value of making plans and setting goals as we enter a new year. Is setting goals a lack of faith or is it an example of discipline? Hear their perspective as you process your own soul and your plans for 2026.

Rocky and Bryan share thoughts about the importance of understanding why Jesus came to the earth. He came to die. Ever since the Garden of Eden, when intimacy with the Father was lost due to sin, God had a plan to restore that intimacy. The plan was Jesus. Merry Christmas, Influencers. May this podcast help you as you “treasure up all these things in your heart” this Christmas.