Influencers Global Ministries

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

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.LISTEN NOW

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

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

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

Rocky and Bryan talk about the need for evangelism in the world but how evangelism cannot replace discipleship. Enjoy this challenging conversation.

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

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

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

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

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.LISTEN NOW

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

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.LISTEN NOW

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.CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

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.

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 VideoFrank 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

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

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 theHoly Spirit. His talk was entitled “Nourishment for The Journey”CLICK HERE TO LISTEN NOW

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

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

Pete and Rocky comment on Finishing Well and Leaving a Legacy. LISTEN NOW

“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

“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.

Bryan Craig and Tom Seay discuss their pilot Virtual Journey Group and how technology is opening new avenues to reach more people.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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”.LISTEN NOW

Rocky discusses how God appoints us to be “peacemakers”, not “peace lovers”, especially at Christmastime. LISTEN NOW

Bryan and Rocky talk about the future of the Influencers.LISTEN NOW

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.LISTEN NOW

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.LISTEN NOW

Bryan and Rocky talk about giving thanks “in all circumstances” which is really a test of our abiding relationship with Christ. LISTEN NOW

Pat Callahan shares his story with us. CLICK TO LISTEN NOW

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

Bryan Craig sits down with the NWA regional director Tom Seay to talk about the Generosity Challenge.CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

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.”

REASON #1: RecognitionOn 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 FoundationFor 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 that has allowed me to enter my relationship with God, am I also one who does not return to thank Him?REASON #3: For My New Start“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” (2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV)I have been given the freedom to start a new life. If I received the gift of this freedom and yet still live in darkness, am I also one who does not return to thank Him?REASON #4: For the Gift of God’s Word“How can a young person live a clean life? By carefully reading the map of your Word. I’m single-minded in pursuit of you; don’t let me miss the road signs you’ve posted. I’ve banked your promises in the vault of my heart so I won’t sin myself bankrupt.” (Psalms 119: 9-11 MSG)God carefully gave His Word over several centuries and through several writers so that I can be led in the right way. If I do not embrace what He did for me by seeking His wisdom from His Word, am I also one who does not return to thank Him?REASON #5: For the Gift of Life“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” (Psalms 139:13 ESV)The passage above is one of the best esteem-builders known. Just think of it. I have been literally formed by Almighty God. He blended all of my cells, molecules, chromosomes, personality traits, talents and all aspects of my life while I was still in my mother’s womb. Do I really believe that I am wonderfully made? Do I thank God for my life? If I do not am I also one who does not return to thank Him?REASON #6: For the Gift of Wisdom“Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might understand the things freely given us by God.” (1 Corinthians 2:12 ESV)As I look back on life, do I see a special time that I was able to understand something of great importance, and I didn’t know how I could? It was not my norm. It came from nowhere. But it didn’t come from nowhere. It came from the Lover of my soul who wants to teach me how to use His wisdom instead the limited wisdom of the world. If I do not seek His wisdom and obey it when I find it, am I also one who does not return to thank Him?REASON #7: For the Gift of Peace“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7 ESV)Peace is a gift, but will I accept this gift from God? Peace is also a “fruit of the Spirit.” But will I allow His Spirit to speak peace into my heart and mind? If I will, then I will experience a peace that surpasses all understanding. If I will not trust Jesus with what I am struggling with even though He has told me that He will take my burden, am I also one who does not return to thank Him?REASON #8: For the Gift of LaughterA cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength. (Proverbs 17:22 NLT)Laughter is good medicine, but laughter must be a fruit of a “cheerful heart.” What does that mean? My heartis described as my emotional center. It is really what I believe and hope for. It is my deepest love, and my deepest feelings. If I do not have this cheer in my heart, is it because I do not believe it, or I do believe it but will not receive what is offered? If I will not receive that which has been granted to me, am I also one who does not return to thank Him?REASON #9: For the Gift of Significant People“I thank my God every time I remember you.” (Philippians 1:3 NIV)A wise person becomes wise through their experiences and the experience of others. We don’t just become wise without some help. The Lord provides such experiences and people in our life to instruct us, and to form us. If I do not recognize these significant people in my life and thank God for them, am I also one who does not return to thank Him?REASON #10: For the Gift of Parents or Guardians

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

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.”Listen Now

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.”