Influence

Main Text: Luke 10:38–42 (Mary and Martha)
Theme: Being present with God in a distracted world
Big Idea: We can either be consumed by technology—or choose to be fully present with Jesus.
Focus: Spiritual presence—creating margin in our lives to connect deeply with God.
Challenge: Set boundaries that help you prioritize quiet, worship, and stillness in God’s presence.

Main Text: Daniel 6:1–10
Theme: Establishing digital rhythms for spiritual health
Big Idea: If we want to thrive spiritually in a tech-saturated culture, we need countercultural rhythms of prayer and presence.
Focus: Spiritual disciplines—developing intentional habits to stay rooted in God.
Challenge: Build a digital rule of life—schedule unplugged time, reclaim spiritual practices, and keep Christ at the center.

Main Text: Nehemiah 6:1–4
Theme: Time, purpose, and digital distractions
Big Idea: We need to guard our time and pursue God’s will over worldly distractions.
Focus: Mission focus—resisting digital noise in order to finish the work God has given you.
Challenge: Identify the “digital Sanballats” in your life that are pulling you away from your calling—and choose to stay on the wall.

Main Text: John 20:19–29 (Jesus and Thomas)
Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 7:5–7; 1 John 4:11–12
Theme: Embodied relationships in a virtual world
Big Idea: God meets us through people—in person.
Focus: Relational presence—showing up for others with vulnerability, love, and grace.
Challenge: Don’t just connect—show up. Some grace, healing, and love can only be experienced face to face.