Jr High | Influenced or Influencer? (Romans 12:2) | Shadrach Means

Main message: The sermon taught that believers are always being influenced by the world or by God’s Word, so they must choose to be transformed by Scripture rather than conforming to worldly pressure. Christians should live wisely and intentionally so their lives draw others toward Jesus instead of away from Him.

Key points:

• Everyone is influenced by something; the real question is what influence shapes you.
• Social media, peer pressure, trends, and worldly wisdom can create false values and harmful choices.
• Romans 12 calls believers not to conform to the world, but to be transformed by renewing their minds.
• True change happens from the inside out through God’s Word, the Holy Spirit, prayer, and wisdom.
• Wise living means self-control, discernment, and asking whether a choice brings you closer to Jesus and honors God.
• Believers should be a positive influence on others, not be shaped by them.

Scriptures mentioned: Romans 12:2-3, Ephesians 4:23, Titus 2:12, 1 Corinthians 3:19, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Romans 8:5-6, Proverbs 1:1-7, Proverbs 9:10, Proverbs 28:26, James 1:5, Matthew 7:7, Ephesians 5:15