Follower of One : Missions For The Rest Of Us

In Matthew 18.7, Jesus warns us about the consequences of causing offenses, or "woe to that person by whom the offense comes." This verse serves as a sobering reminder of our responsibility to maintain harmony and unity within the body of Christ.
The world is filled with offenses that distract us from God's purpose for our lives. These stumbling blocks can take various forms, including arguments, slander, gossip, or any action that hinders a brother or sister in their walk with Christ. When we harbor offenses or spread negativity, we become obstacles to others and bring ourselves under the condemnation of God.
Jesus calls us to be gentle, humble, and authentic, like little children. By setting aside our pride and personal grievances, we can resolve offenses and create a conducive environment for faith to grow. In Romans 12:18, we are instructed to "live at peace with all men, so far as it depends on you."
The goal of every follower of Christ should be to serve others, as Jesus himself did. When we lay down our own rights and desires to uplift and support those around us, we minimize the potential for offenses. Let us strive to be peacemakers and bridge-builders rather than stumbling blocks.
As an organization dedicated to integrating faith into work, Follower of One recognizes the importance of fostering a positive and encouraging work environment. Our five daily habits – praying for others, expressing appreciation, knowing what we believe, serving others, and speaking for ourselves – are designed to promote unity and prevent offenses. By embodying these principles, followers of one can become catalysts for a transformative work culture.
Remember, "woe to that person by whom the offense comes." Let us choose to be intentional about avoiding offenses and work towards creating a world where the love of Christ unites us all. of this world are temporary, but the consequences of our actions are eternal. Let us strive to be humble, gentle, and forgiving, reflecting the character of Christ and creating a world where love and unity prevail.

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Join Mike Henry, Sr., founder of Follower of One, as he shares his vision for a community of believers who are making a difference in the world by living out their faith in all spheres of life, including the workplace.

In this inspiring livestream recording, you'll discover:

• How to overcome the compartmentalized life and live a fully integrated life
• Strategies for transforming your workplace through your faith
• Opportunities to connect with other Christ followers who are passionate about integrating faith and work
• How to join the Follower of One movement and be part of the solution to filling the earth with the knowledge of God's glory

Whether you're a business professional, entrepreneur, or stay-at-home parent, this livestream recording will equip and inspire you to live out your faith in all aspects of your life.

Join the Follower of One community today and unlock the power of integrated faith and work!

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Discover the Power of Community for Marketplace Christians: Vision Cast #2

Welcome to Vision Cast #2! In this live stream, Mike Henry, Sr. invites you into the journey of Follower of One, an online community designed to help marketplace Christians integrate their faith and work on a full-time basis. Learn why community is essential for our Christian growth and how it can transform our daily lives.

Reasons We Chose to Be a Community:

1. We Need Each Other: Discover the biblical mandate for togetherness and why we thrive when we connect with others who share our faith.

2. We're All Equal at the Foot of the Cross: Understand the significance of equality in God's eyes, transcending hierarchies and recognizing our shared purpose.

3. We Become Like the People We Hang Around: Embrace the influence of our relationships and intentionally surround ourselves with individuals who inspire and encourage us in our faith journey.

Join the community and explore marketplace mission trips, engaging reading plans, courses, and affinity groups that align with your interests. Find support, encouragement, and practical insights to infuse your faith into every aspect of your daily life.

Remember, what we do because we follow Jesus matters forever. Together, let's make a difference and inspire others to draw closer to Him.

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Nicole Valance, Founder of Connected with Nicole, is a passionate leader driven by the Great Commission to reach people for Christ. Through her work as a keynote speaker, executive leadership coach, and consultant, Nicole empowers business organizations to achieve leadership growth and fulfillment. However, her ultimate goal is to facilitate encounters with Christ, particularly within the business community, helping individuals experience healing, deliverance, and a deeper connection with God.

"In This Episode" Section:

• 00:00 - Intro:Nicole and Mike Henry, host of the Follower of One podcast, introduce themselves and discuss how they connected through LinkedIn.

• 01:24 - How Nicole got Connected with Mike:Nicole shares how she reached out to Mike after listening to his podcast and resonating with his mission to help Christians live out their faith in their everyday lives.

• 02:26 - Encounters Retreats:Nicole explains the purpose and format of her Encounters Retreats, which are designed to provide individuals with an opportunity to encounter God's presence, experience healing, and connect with others on a deeper level.

• 06:36 - How did Nicole get started:Nicole shares her journey from working in vocational ministry to becoming involved in organizational coaching and consulting. She emphasizes that her mission remains the same—to fulfill the Great Commission—but her methods have changed to accommodate the needs of the business community.

• 09:55 - How to live out your faith each day:Nicole offers practical advice for Christians who want to live out their faith in their daily lives. She encourages listeners to identify three people in their lives who don't know Christ and pray for them consistently. She also suggests inviting people to coffee or lunch to build relationships and share their faith in a natural and loving way.

Summary:

In this inspiring interview, Nicole Valance shares her passion for reaching the business community for Christ and facilitating encounters with God. She emphasizes the importance of personal experiences with God and provides practical tips for Christians on how to share their faith in a loving and authentic way.

How to Connect with Nicole:

You can connect with Nicole Valance and learn more about her work through her website, connectedwithnicole.com, or on LinkedIn. She also invites listeners to attend her upcoming Encounters Retreats, which are held throughout the year in various locations.

Join Mike Henry Senior in this inspiring vision cast.

Discover how Follower of One is empowering believers to embrace the purpose Jesus has for their lives and make a difference in the world. In this live stream recording, Mike shares:

• The importance of integrating faith into daily life and work
• How Follower of One provides support and resources to help believers fulfill their God-given calling
• Exciting updates on the organization's growth, including the success of their@youversion reading plan and the increase in Marketplace mission trip participants Link to Bible Plan

Whether you're a seasoned believer or new to following Jesus, this vision cast will inspire and challenge you to live a life of purpose and impact.

Join the Follower of One community today and discover how your faith can make a difference in your sphere of influence and beyond. Visit followerofone.org to learn more and join the community of believers who are making a difference in the world.

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Garry Miles is a fractional COO and integrator who helps visionaries and business owners with operational aspects and culture.

He is passionate about creating ecosystems where people thrive and feel fulfilled, and he believes that businesses can be used as a force for good in society.

Garry's unique approach to integration involves prioritizing the well-being of people within the organization and creating cultures where individuals can laugh, appreciate each other, and have a good time together. He is skilled at identifying and addressing obstacles to growth and is an advocate for the role of integrators in businesses.

Garry is a sought-after speaker and writer on the topics of leadership, culture, and business operations, and he is passionate about helping others succeed.

In this episode

00:00 - Intro

06:17 - Introduction and Background(6:17)

11:37 - The Importance of Integrators in Businesses (11:37)

22:19 - Creating a Thriving Business Culture (22:19)

26:00 - Overcoming Obstacles to Growth(26:00)

28:30 - Gary's Involvement with Follower of One(28:30)

Connect with Garry Miles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garry-miles-integrator

**LiveStream Recording** In this inspiring conversation, Mike Henry Sr. and Dale Young explore the concept of #calling and how we can discern and pursue it in our lives. Dale, a guest on the podcast, shares his insights on the importance of following God's leading and making our faith relevant in the workplace.

Key Points:

• Calling is a God-given sense of purpose that is bigger than any other goal or ambition.
• The five daily habits of gratitude, serving others, sharing our faith, praying, and reading the Bible can help us connect our faith with our work and open ourselves up to hearing God's calling.
• Community plays a vital role in discerning and pursuing our calling. Surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals can provide support, encouragement, and accountability on our journey.
• To discern our calling, we need to seek God's guidance through prayer and self-reflection.
• Once we have a sense of our calling, we need to take steps to pursue it, set goals, take action, and persevere in the face of challenges.
• Fulfilling our calling is not just about personal fulfillment, but also about making a positive impact on the world around us.

Join the Follower One community and connect with like-minded individuals who are intentionally following Jesus every day at work and beyond. Visit community.followerofone.org to learn more.

00:00 - Into

00:26 - The Essence of Calling

04:09 - Seeking God's Guidance

07:15 - The Five Daily Habits

08:50 - The Power of Community

12:47 - Taking the Next Steps

16:03 - Serving Others

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In Matthew 16:20, Jesus instructs the disciples not to tell anyone that he is the Messiah. This seems contradictory because we are called to share our faith with others. However, in this specific instance, Jesus had a set number of tasks to accomplish, including fulfilling Old Testament prophecies. If too many people knew too much too quickly, it would have been difficult for Jesus to complete his mission.

After his resurrection, Jesus gave the Great Commission to the disciples, instructing them to go and make disciples of all nations. This shows that while Jesus wanted to keep his identity as the Messiah a secret for a time, he ultimately wanted his followers to spread the word about him to the entire world.

For the past 2000 years, Christians have focused primarily on talking about Jesus when sharing their faith. While this is important, there are other ways to share our faith as well. By living like Jesus followers and demonstrating his love and compassion to others, we can help people understand that we follow a different guide and that our Savior is in charge of our lives.

The ultimate goal is to help others move one notch closer to Jesus, which brings great joy to both the person helping and the person being helped. By living our faith in the world every day, we can make a difference and show others the love and compassion of Jesus.

The passage for today is Matthew 16:18. It says, "I also tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it."

This verse tells us that Jesus Christ has established his church, and the forces of evil will not be able to overcome it.

We are called to take part in Jesus' work of taking back His creation from the forces of evil. We can do this by serving others, praying for people, and making a difference in the lives of those around us.

We should not see our faith as a set of rules to follow or a way to stay out of trouble. Instead, we should see it as an opportunity to make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ.

So let's not wait any longer. Let's start today by serving others, praying for people, and making a difference in the lives of those around us. We have been given a calling by God Almighty - to take dominion over the evil in the world and we need to remember that the gates of hell cannot prevail against His Church.

The passage for today is Matthew 16:16. It says, "Simon Peter answered, 'You are the Messiah, the son of the living God.'"

This passage tells us that Peter clearly stated his belief about Jesus. He said that Jesus is the Messiah, the son of the living God.

We are called to do the same. We should be able to clearly state our belief about Jesus to others. This doesn't mean that we have to give a long or complicated answer. It simply means that we should be able to say who Jesus is and why we believe in him.

When we are able to clearly state our belief about Jesus, we invite him into the dialogue. Our friends and co-workers begin to realize that we are motivated by something different than they are. This can transform our relationship with them and it might even transform their relationship with Jesus.

So let's all think about how we would answer the question, "Why are you doing this?" if someone asked us about our faith. Let's practice giving a simple, clear answer that explains who Jesus is and why we believe in him.

We are all marketplace ministers. We have the opportunity to make a difference with our faith in the world. Let's not be afraid to share our beliefs with others.