How can we Influence our church and our culture? Acts 11.27-30 Influence requires resources. A need Required a Response. Based on ability and resources. Need based and voluntary Generous act of serving. No manipulation, coercion, or pressure. We Still Respond To Needs. I never ask of you what I am not willing to do myself. Influence is a vision strategy to guide the church and staff for the next four years. Some of you can only give time or talent or prayers. Influence by sharing and investing in the lives of others. Recognize the need. Respond if you are able. Do it as an act of service. Pray, Decide, Trust, and don’t worry. Do what the Lord wants you to do. Whatever it is.