So everybody wants to be an “influencer” these days, right? The lure of followers, the excitement of sharing your passion with thousands who are listening to your every word. Trust me, it's a thing and it's exciting! But what’s God’s methodology for becoming a person of influence?
First of all, let me say that wanting to share your passion and inspire others is awesome! And it could very well be a part of what God's called you to as an artist or art teacher. But it's important to come at this from a healthy, grounded perspective because for Christians, concepts like laying down your life, serving others first and allowing God to raise you up in His timing come to mind pretty quickly. In that context, here’s 5 other practical ways you can approach your dream of leading and potentially influencing others...
It's been said "Your talent will take you where your character can't keep you" and I wholeheartedly agree. Remember, just because you can make influence happen through technology and marketing strategies doesn't mean you should. Rather, listen to the voice of the Lord, watch the fruit He's bringing forth in your life and listen to those who are organically following you. Psalm 75:6-7 "For promotion and power come from nowhere on earth, but only from God. He promotes one and deposes another." Lastly, in the Kingdom, those who lead have a greater responsibility. We hold the hearts of our followers in our hands and have the ability to point them in any direction. Make sure your own heart is grounded in a healthy identity in Jesus and who you are in Him, rather than what you do. Otherwise, believe me, it will be really easy to draw others to yourself rather than to Jesus and His purposes in their life.
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Kristin Moon
10/9/2020 09:43:46 am
Thanks Matt for this Biblical uncommon sense model for the “short cut” for makin’ waves: it’s not about us but our relationship in Him.
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Dianne Rozon-Poznanovic
10/9/2020 07:58:08 pm
Thanks so much for the emails today about your blog. I found it really helpful and have a lot to sort through but have enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing. So much to learn to be the best I can be. Blessings to you. Keep on sharing. Love it all.
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Sherri
10/10/2020 01:50:15 pm
The wisdom you share from the lord is a blessing teach day. I am gaining more strength each day as God pulls me into being a humbling servant and kingdom warrior with his truths.
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AuthorMatt Tommey is an artist, author and mentor who is passionate about empowering artists to thrive spiritually, artistically and in business. |