1. Shaping Hearts For God Series High School Bible Class Vegas Drive Church of Christ Las Vegas, NV www.vegasdrivechurchofchrist.com/ Studies in the Life of Jesus Christ www.shapingheartsforgod.org/

2. STOP…LOOK…LISTEN LESSON EIGHT Today’s Lesson: My Influence on Others Theme: Just as Jesus made an impact on people, leading them to God, so also we can and should influence other people for God. Objective: To learn how we can influence others Key passages: Luke 15:1; Matt. 5:13-16; Jms 3; 1 Tim. 4:12 “I’m a better person when I’m around you.” Has anyone said that to you?

3. STOP…LOOK…LISTEN Luke 15:1 – Why do you think tax collectors and sinners stayed close to Jesus? – How did Jesus influence people who stayed near him? – Give an example of the influence someone else has had on you. – Give an example of a way you have influenced another person. – “If you are given a chance to be a role model, I think you should always take it because you can influence a person's life in a positive light, and that's what I want to do. That's what it's all about.” (Tiger Woods)

4. STOP…LOOK…LISTEN Making a difference (Matt. 5:13-16) – What jobs does Jesus give His people to do? – How does salt make a difference? – How does light make a difference? – How can we make a difference as followers of Jesus? – Where are we to make a difference? Are you making a difference? – Evaluate your behavior: attitudes, language, dress, obedience, respect…does your behavior influence other people? – What kind of influence are you having on others? – List some changes you need to make to have better influence. – Choose one behavior to work on during the next week. Write it down and what you plan to do about it.

5. STOP…LOOK…LISTEN The influence of your words (James 3) – “Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.” (Napoleon Hill) – List three ways James describes the tongue. – What are some ways you can use your tongue in a bad way? – What are some ways you can use your tongue in a good way? The influence of your life (1 Tim. 4:12) – What is your responsibility in influencing others? Your siblings Your friends – What is your plan to do this?

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7. STOP…LOOK…LISTEN Using Next time: lesson 8!