The Influence of Jesus

In Acts 17, Paul is in transit, waiting in Athens for friends to join him before he moves on to Corinth. While he is there, he is compelled to share the gospel. Paul expertly observes and adapts his message for the people and culture he is exposed to. In some ways, Paul is an influencer long before that term ever came to existence. In our culture today, influencers affect others with their authority, knowledge, position, and especially with their relationship with their audience. Instead of influencing people for a particular product we are called to be an influence for Jesus. To share the gospel effectively within our own circles. When we look at this text, we can pick up on some important themes and share practical ideas that can help us to be better influencers for Jesus. Our prayer is that we may see friends and loved ones come to know and experience Jesus in our own city and context today.