Influence / Influencia
God wants for us to be people of influence
Dios quiere que seamos personas de influencia
Dios quiere que seamos personas de influencia
The anointing to influence
The Anointing Defined - “Designed and set apart for a specific purpose [influence].”
- The Anointing Source - “It is God who enables [“anoints” NKJ] us, along with you, to stand firm for Christ [to influence]...” - 2 Corinthians 1:21
- The Anointing Exemplified - ““The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, for he has anointed me to [influence] bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free, and that the time of the LORD’s favor has come. ”” - Luke 4:18-19
- The Anointing Destroys - “It shall come to pass in that day That his burden will be taken away from your shoulder, And his yoke from your neck, And the yoke will be destroyed because of the anointing oil.” - Isaiah 10:27
- The Anointing of Joy - “You love justice and hate evil. Therefore, O God, your God has anointed you, pouring out the oil of joy on you more than on anyone else.”” - Hebrews 1:9
- The Anointing Heals - “Are any of you sick? You should call for the elders of the church to come and pray over you, anointing you with oil in the name of the Lord. Such a prayer offered in faith will heal the sick, and the Lord will make you well. And if you have committed any sins, you will be forgiven.” - James 5:14-15
- The Anointing Teaches - “But you have an anointing from the Holy One, and you know all things...But the anointing which you have received from Him abides in you, and you do not need that anyone teach you; but as the same anointing teaches you concerning all things, and is true, and is not a lie, and just as it has taught you, you will abide in Him.” - I John 2:20, 27
The influence of the Bible
The Bible is influential because it is the world’s bestselling book.
According to The Guinness Book of World Records, since 1815 the Bible has been printed approximately 5 billion times and has been translated into more than 2,200 languages or dialects.
Bible widely used in American society
In the 2012 State of the Bible report released by the American Bible Society, commissioned by the American Bible Society and conducted by Barna Research, it was found that in America, 85% of households own a Bible. Most families own more than one Bible, with a household average of 4.3 Bibles. The survey found that the majority of Americans (69%) believe the Bible provides answers on how to live a meaningful life.
Influence in Language
The Bible has influenced our society through its impact on our language, on the words we use. Over 22,000 English words have their root in Hebrew. That’s more than the roots of Greek, Latin, and French.
The Bible is quoted more often than any other piece of literature in history and has had more influence on our language, culture, and laws than any other book or idea ever published. A recent book by the linguist David Crystal, appropriately called Begat: The King James Bible and the English language, counts 257 phrases from the King James Bible in contemporary English idiom. Some of the phrases from the Bible that has become part of our everyday language include:
Gave up the ghost ~ Genesis 35:29 Put words in thy mouth ~ Jeremiah 1:9
Fought the good fight ~ 2 Timothy 4:7 Turned the world upside down ~ Acts 17:6
God forbid ~ Romans 3:4 The blind leading the blind ~ Matthew 15:13
The Bible and film
Film is a highly popular medium in society all over the world and the Bible has influenced society through films that have biblical references. Some of the great films with biblical themes include: The Ten Commandments, The Passion of the Christ, Bruce Almighty, Pulp Fiction, Armageddon, The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lord of the Rings, The Prince of Egypt, The Matrix, Chariots of Fire and The Exorcist.
Scriptures
Hebrews 4:12 says, For the word of God is living and (powerful) active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. / Pues la palabra de Dios es viva y ponderosa (active). Es más cortante que cualquier espada de dos filos; penetra entre el alma y el espíritu, entre la articulación y la médula del hueso. Deja al descubierto nuestros pensamientos y deseos más íntimos.
2 Timothy 3:16-17 - All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for (teaching) doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction (training) in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. / Toda Escritura es inspirada por Dios y útil para enseñar, para reprender, para corregir, para instruir (entrenar) en justiciar, a fin de que el hombre de Dios sea perfecto[d], equipado para toda buena obra.
According to The Guinness Book of World Records, since 1815 the Bible has been printed approximately 5 billion times and has been translated into more than 2,200 languages or dialects.
Bible widely used in American society
In the 2012 State of the Bible report released by the American Bible Society, commissioned by the American Bible Society and conducted by Barna Research, it was found that in America, 85% of households own a Bible. Most families own more than one Bible, with a household average of 4.3 Bibles. The survey found that the majority of Americans (69%) believe the Bible provides answers on how to live a meaningful life.
Influence in Language
The Bible has influenced our society through its impact on our language, on the words we use. Over 22,000 English words have their root in Hebrew. That’s more than the roots of Greek, Latin, and French.
The Bible is quoted more often than any other piece of literature in history and has had more influence on our language, culture, and laws than any other book or idea ever published. A recent book by the linguist David Crystal, appropriately called Begat: The King James Bible and the English language, counts 257 phrases from the King James Bible in contemporary English idiom. Some of the phrases from the Bible that has become part of our everyday language include:
Gave up the ghost ~ Genesis 35:29 Put words in thy mouth ~ Jeremiah 1:9
Fought the good fight ~ 2 Timothy 4:7 Turned the world upside down ~ Acts 17:6
God forbid ~ Romans 3:4 The blind leading the blind ~ Matthew 15:13
The Bible and film
Film is a highly popular medium in society all over the world and the Bible has influenced society through films that have biblical references. Some of the great films with biblical themes include: The Ten Commandments, The Passion of the Christ, Bruce Almighty, Pulp Fiction, Armageddon, The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lord of the Rings, The Prince of Egypt, The Matrix, Chariots of Fire and The Exorcist.
Scriptures
Hebrews 4:12 says, For the word of God is living and (powerful) active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. / Pues la palabra de Dios es viva y ponderosa (active). Es más cortante que cualquier espada de dos filos; penetra entre el alma y el espíritu, entre la articulación y la médula del hueso. Deja al descubierto nuestros pensamientos y deseos más íntimos.
2 Timothy 3:16-17 - All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for (teaching) doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction (training) in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. / Toda Escritura es inspirada por Dios y útil para enseñar, para reprender, para corregir, para instruir (entrenar) en justiciar, a fin de que el hombre de Dios sea perfecto[d], equipado para toda buena obra.
influence of salvation
“Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.” - 1 Timothy 4:16
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“Ten mucho cuidado de cómo vives y de lo que enseñas. Mantente firme en lo que es correcto por el bien de tu propia salvación y la de quienes te oyen.” - 1 Timoteo 4:16
SALVATION IS ALWAYS THE FOCUS
LA SALVACIÓN SIEMPRE ES EL ENFOQUE
I AM SAVED / SOY SALVO
WHY SALVATION IS IMPORTANT
PORQUE LA SALVACIÓN ES IMPORTANTE
“...Dios [nos] llamó a participar en su gloria eterna por medio de Cristo Jesús. “ - 1 Pedro 5:10
I’M SAVED TO BE AN INFLUENCE
SALVO PARA SER DE INFLUENCIA
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“Ten mucho cuidado de cómo vives y de lo que enseñas. Mantente firme en lo que es correcto por el bien de tu propia salvación y la de quienes te oyen.” - 1 Timoteo 4:16
- God wants our “Salvation” to be an influence.
- “Salvation” is the central message of God.
- Appreciate what ”Salvation” is and what it has done for us.
- God wants us to be an influence through our “Salvation”:
SALVATION IS ALWAYS THE FOCUS
LA SALVACIÓN SIEMPRE ES EL ENFOQUE
- God’s focus is always salvation.
- 2 Peter 3:9 - “...[God] does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent.”
- OT Salvation : Innocent Faith; The Law
- NT Salvation: Grace through Jesus; Personal
- Church: salvation is the focus.
- The focus of every gathering is salvation: church service; online service; Bible study; outreach; concert; etc. - “I am saved”
I AM SAVED / SOY SALVO
- What does it mean that I am saved?
- Means of Salvation is through Jesus Christ:
- Believe Jesus is the Son of God.
- He died on the cross for our sins.
- Believe He was buried & rose.
- Believe He ascended & is coming back.
- Salvation = Redemption
- A Price has been paid.
- Guilt has been removed.
- Relationship has been restored.
- Romans 5:1 - “...we have been made right [with] God...we have peace with God - because of what Jesus...has done for us.”
WHY SALVATION IS IMPORTANT
PORQUE LA SALVACIÓN ES IMPORTANTE
- Genuine relationship with God - “peace with God”
- Eternity with God :
“...Dios [nos] llamó a participar en su gloria eterna por medio de Cristo Jesús. “ - 1 Pedro 5:10
- We need to influence the world. - 1 Timothy 4:
- Be good servants of God.
- Don’t waste time over godless ideas.
- Train for godliness.
- Focus on reading the Scriptures.
- Use your gifts.
- 1 Timothy 4:16
I’M SAVED TO BE AN INFLUENCE
SALVO PARA SER DE INFLUENCIA
the influence of prayer
One of the first things a new believer learns in their walk with God is “How to Pray.” It has been said that “prayer is talking with God.”
According to the Bible we can pray standing, kneeling, sitting, bowing, bed, eyes open, hands lifted, at loud, silently.
Sometimes we emphasize the “asking” aspect of prayer or the spiritual warfare, but truly the main aspect of prayer is the expression of intimate relationship.
Prayer is an expression of an intimate relationship with our heavenly father.
Mark 1:35 Before daybreak the next morning, Jesus got up and went out to an isolated place to pray. / A la mañana siguiente, antes del amanecer, Jesús se levantó y fue a un lugar aislado para orar.
The Father makes his love and resources available to us. “Because of Jesus.”
John 16:23 I tell you the truth, you will ask the Father directly, and he will grant your request because you use my name. / Les digo la verdad, le pedirán directamente al Padre, y él les concederá la petición, porque piden en mi nombre.
Matthew 21:22 …what you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive. / … lo que pidan en oración, creyendo, lo recibirán.
According to the Bible we can pray standing, kneeling, sitting, bowing, bed, eyes open, hands lifted, at loud, silently.
Sometimes we emphasize the “asking” aspect of prayer or the spiritual warfare, but truly the main aspect of prayer is the expression of intimate relationship.
Prayer is an expression of an intimate relationship with our heavenly father.
Mark 1:35 Before daybreak the next morning, Jesus got up and went out to an isolated place to pray. / A la mañana siguiente, antes del amanecer, Jesús se levantó y fue a un lugar aislado para orar.
The Father makes his love and resources available to us. “Because of Jesus.”
John 16:23 I tell you the truth, you will ask the Father directly, and he will grant your request because you use my name. / Les digo la verdad, le pedirán directamente al Padre, y él les concederá la petición, porque piden en mi nombre.
Matthew 21:22 …what you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive. / … lo que pidan en oración, creyendo, lo recibirán.
The INFLUENCE of WORSHIP
ONLY GOD CAN RECEIVE OUR WORSHIPSOLO DIOS PUEDE RECIBIR NUESTRA ADORACIÓN
“This people I have formed for Myself; They shall declare My praise.” - Isaiah 43:21
“Este pueblo he creado para mí; mis alabanzas publicará.” - Isaías 43:21
«Amigos, ¿por qué hacen esto? ¡Nosotros somos simples seres humanos, tal como ustedes! - Hechos 14:15
INFLUENTIAL WORSHIP MAKES AN INFLUENTIAL CHURCHLA ADORACIÓN INFLUYENTE HACE UNA IGLESIA INFLUYENTE
“Que todo lo que soy alabe al SEÑOR; con todo el corazón alabaré su santo nombre.” Salmos 103:1
“Te alabaré, Señor, con todo mi corazón; contaré de las cosas maravillosas que has hecho.” - Salmos 9:1
“...I will live to tell what the Lord has done.” - Psalms 118:17
“...viviré para contar lo que hizo el Señor.” - Salmos 118:17
THERE ARE WAYS TO INFLUENCE GODHAY MANERAS DE INFLUIR A DIOSMOM - “God is so moved/Dios es muy movidito”
“«Les digo la verdad —dijo Jesús—, esta viuda pobre ha dado más que todos los demás.” - Lucas 21:3
“«...He oído tu oración y he visto tus lágrimas. Te añadiré quince años más de vida” - Isaías 38:5
“Alrededor de la medianoche, Pablo y Silas estaban orando y cantando himnos a Dios, y los demás prisioneros escuchaban. De repente, hubo un gran terremoto y la cárcel se sacudió hasta sus cimientos. Al instante, todas las puertas se abrieron de golpe, ¡y a todos los prisioneros se les cayeron las cadenas!” - Hechos 16:25-26
MY WORSHIP INFLUENCES GOD AND YOU
MI ADORACIÓN INFLUYE EN DIOS Y EN TI
“This people I have formed for Myself; They shall declare My praise.” - Isaiah 43:21
“Este pueblo he creado para mí; mis alabanzas publicará.” - Isaías 43:21
- “Worship”: To ascribe (atribuir) worth to someone with words or actions.
- When we worship we impact God’s presence.
- God expects/wants/seeks it - John / Juan 4:23
- Now, considering the meaning of worship:
- We are givers, not receivers.
- We’re not made to be worshiped.
- When we are, we make Platforms.
- Paul declared Hermes - cripple - when he hears what’s happening he runs out shouting...
«Amigos, ¿por qué hacen esto? ¡Nosotros somos simples seres humanos, tal como ustedes! - Hechos 14:15
INFLUENTIAL WORSHIP MAKES AN INFLUENTIAL CHURCHLA ADORACIÓN INFLUYENTE HACE UNA IGLESIA INFLUYENTE
- To be a church of influence it must have people that want to be influential — Worship is the key.
- Influential Worship makes Influential People - Influential People make an Influential Church.
- HOW? Worship fulfills the believer’s life...
“Que todo lo que soy alabe al SEÑOR; con todo el corazón alabaré su santo nombre.” Salmos 103:1
- Worship Influences believer - gives purpose...
“Te alabaré, Señor, con todo mi corazón; contaré de las cosas maravillosas que has hecho.” - Salmos 9:1
“...I will live to tell what the Lord has done.” - Psalms 118:17
“...viviré para contar lo que hizo el Señor.” - Salmos 118:17
THERE ARE WAYS TO INFLUENCE GODHAY MANERAS DE INFLUIR A DIOSMOM - “God is so moved/Dios es muy movidito”
- ACTIONS - Offering of the Widow.
“«Les digo la verdad —dijo Jesús—, esta viuda pobre ha dado más que todos los demás.” - Lucas 21:3
- PRAYERS - King Hezekiah
“«...He oído tu oración y he visto tus lágrimas. Te añadiré quince años más de vida” - Isaías 38:5
- WORSHIP - Paul and Silas
“Alrededor de la medianoche, Pablo y Silas estaban orando y cantando himnos a Dios, y los demás prisioneros escuchaban. De repente, hubo un gran terremoto y la cárcel se sacudió hasta sus cimientos. Al instante, todas las puertas se abrieron de golpe, ¡y a todos los prisioneros se les cayeron las cadenas!” - Hechos 16:25-26
MY WORSHIP INFLUENCES GOD AND YOU
MI ADORACIÓN INFLUYE EN DIOS Y EN TI
The Influence of the church
IT BEGINS WITH INFLUENTIAL PEOPLEEMPIEZA CON GENTE INFLUYENTE
“Esto responde el Señor: —Si regresas a mí te restauraré para que puedas continuar sirviéndome. Si hablas palabras beneficiosas en vez de palabras despreciables, serás mi vocero. Tienes que influir en ellos; ¡no dejes que ellos influyan en ti!” - Jeremías 15:19
CONNECT WITH THE INFLUENTIALCONÉCTATE CON LO INFLUYENTE
SENT TO BE AN INFLUENCEENVIADOS PARA SER DE INFLUENCIA
ME AND MY CHURCH WILL BE AN ADMIRABLE INFLUENCEMI IGLESIA Y YO SEREMOS UNA INFLUENCIA ADMIRABLE
- We are commanded to be a church of influence.
- A church of influence has people that want to be influential.
- The last thing our today needs is an “I can’t” believer.
- “This is how the Lord responds: “If you return to me, I will restore you so you can continue to serve me. If you speak good words rather than worthless ones, you will be my spokesman. You must influence them; do not let them influence you!” - Jeremiah 15:19
“Esto responde el Señor: —Si regresas a mí te restauraré para que puedas continuar sirviéndome. Si hablas palabras beneficiosas en vez de palabras despreciables, serás mi vocero. Tienes que influir en ellos; ¡no dejes que ellos influyan en ti!” - Jeremías 15:19
- It’s up to us to be people of influence.
CONNECT WITH THE INFLUENTIALCONÉCTATE CON LO INFLUYENTE
- Acts / Hechos 2:42-47
- “All the believers devoted (dedicados): Teaching; Fellowship; Lord’s Supper; Prayer
- Super Natural: Miracles; Signs & Wonders.
- Met In One Place: Shared; worshiped; ate; praised.
- “...all the while praising God and enjoying the goodwill of all the people. And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.” - Acts 2:47
- “...todo el tiempo alabando a Dios y disfrutando de la buena voluntad de toda la gente. Y cada día el Señor agregaba a esa comunidad cristiana los que iban siendo salvos.” - Hechos 2:47
- God wants us connected - stay connected.
SENT TO BE AN INFLUENCEENVIADOS PARA SER DE INFLUENCIA
- Thom S. Rainer - Christian Speaker, Writer, & Researcher. (Investigador)
- He is an influence in my life.
- Study of churches poised to move positively in the future.
- 4 attitudes among the leaders of these successful churches / organizations:
- “God is not done with us yet” / “Dios aún no ha terminado con nosotros”
- Defeatism (derrotismo) is foreign concept.
- Hope and possibility.
- “We are not waiting for things to return to normal” / “No estamos esperando que las cosas vuelvan a la normalidad”
- Not looking for a new normal.
- Looking for a new reality.
- “We will be more outwardly focused than ever” / “Estaremos más enfocados que nunca a lo exterior”
- We are too comfortable.
- Future-focused / reach beyond ourselves.
- “Major change is inevitable - we will embrace it” / “Cambio mayor es inevitable - lo aceptaremos”
- Not succumb to “we’ve never done it that way before” winers.
- Embrace change with wisdom and courage.
- We will be of the attitude of sent to be an influence.
ME AND MY CHURCH WILL BE AN ADMIRABLE INFLUENCEMI IGLESIA Y YO SEREMOS UNA INFLUENCIA ADMIRABLE