Authentic Influencer, Jonathan Murphy
Authentic Influencer, Jonathan Murphy
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Authentic Influencer
The Barnabas Way of Shaping Lives for Jesus

Author: Jonathan Murphy, Mike Huckabee

Narrator: Jonathan Murphy

Unabridged: 5 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 03/28/2023

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

Read by the author.You may feel like an ordinary believer, but God has a knack of using ordinary people to accomplish His extraordinary purposes. Authentic Influencer encourages you to walk with Barnabas, learn from God, and shape the world for Jesus Christ— one life at a time.God's approach to influencing the world is through His people. People shape people. And yet, many of God's people spectate from the sidelines unsure of what to do. Authentic Influencer is rooted in principles emerging from the life of God's choice example in the Scriptures—a man called Barnabas—rather than recycled quotes from corporate leadership works.Every follower of Jesus can be inspired, instructed, and mobilized to influence the world from right where they are. In fact, it is everyday believers—not just "professional" Christians such as pastors, church leaders, authors, and others—who are specifically tasked by Jesus Himself to bring godly influence to the world. We are all His agents of change, be it shaping one person or a thousand.Authentic Influencer is a Christian leadership book that:Highlights 15 key principles that emerge from Barnabas that are relevant, practical, and customizable to every believerInspires you to shape those around you for ChristUrges you to practice investing in others through discipleshipChallenges you with inspiring stories and practical wisdom emerging from biblical truths By studying the life of Barnabas, we see how he influenced the world for Jesus Christ in practical and doable ways. Become encouraged to shape our world for Jesus— beginning with whoever happens to be close by.“Some Food for Thought” reflection questions are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.

About Jonathan Murphy

Jonathan Murphy is a pastor, seminary professor, and author. He is the senior pastor of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, TX, a professor of pastoral ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary, and a board member of Insight for Living Ministries. He enjoys family trips, reading history, and watching team sports, especially Ulster rugby. Jonathan’s cross-cultural ministry is wide in scope. He was born in Northern Ireland, raised in Spain as a missionary kid, and educated in Scotland and Texas. He resides in Texas with his wife Sarah Jane and their four children.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Brandi on April 10, 2023

This was an interesting read! Jonathan Murphy breaks down 15 key principles of being a godly influencer—things like standing for truth, having a meaningful presence, and detecting potential in others—using the life of Barnabas as a template. He walks through the verses in the New Testament book of A......more

Goodreads review by J.E. on March 27, 2023

If you ever felt like you couldn't be an influencer for Jesus, Authentic Influencer walks you through the principles inspired by Barnabas. The book gives step-by-step information from the Book of Acts to guide you on your journey. It teaches you how to be the authentic person you are and influence th......more

Goodreads review by Cecile on May 19, 2023

I received this book after entering a Goodreads Giveaway. Overall, the book is well-written, and the title is clever. The author teaches believers how to influence others and make disciples, as well as how to be an effective leader who is focused on the Great Commission. He presents fifteen principl......more

Goodreads review by Haley on June 05, 2023

I really appreciated how Murphy brings the story of Barnabas to light. He is an excellent role model for Christians seeking to make disciples. His book reads very similarly to his sermons, filled with stories and helpful anecdotes.......more

Goodreads review by Kai-Lanka on November 22, 2023

I couldn’t put this book down! Will read slower next time and take notes♥️. Hoping this author keeps going with more books on bible characters…PLEASE!......more