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Impact over Influence

Impact over Influence

Written by: Shelli Zan
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Impact over Influence is a non-profit organization designed to bring relevant, authentic, and relational bible study that can be used across the world to bring people closer to the kingdom of God. We believe in using digital and personal platforms to spread Jesus!Shelli Zan Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Episodes
  • ONE THING REMAINS
    Dec 29 2025

    So much can change in a single year. Plans shift. Roles change. What once felt significant may suddenly feel empty. In this episode, we unpack a downward stretch, the holy tension where God begins redefining what truly matters.

    We talk about community and unity, success versus significance, and the realization that survival and achievement alone will never satisfy the soul. When “it’s not working” anymore and we’re tired of just keeping our head above water, God often invites us to surrender, not strive.

    Through Scripture, reflection, and honest evaluation, we explore what it means to live a life that outlasts us. From Moses the murderer to Moses the leader… from David the shepherd to David the king—God is not afraid of changing our plans when it leads to purpose.


    This episode challenges you to examine:

    • What you’re building professionally, personally, physically, mentally, and spiritually

    • Who is shaping your life?

    • Where your trust truly lies when God changes the plan


    Because things will not outlast us, but faith will.

    And in the end, one thing remains.

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    35 mins
  • Emmanuel: God With Us
    Dec 22 2025

    Emmanuel: God With Us (Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow)

    At Christmas, we often celebrate the story—but do we live in the reality of His presence?

    In this episode, we unpack the powerful truth behind the name EmmanuelGod with us—not as a memory or a moment, but as a present-tense promise. From fulfilled prophecy to the supernatural faith required to believe the Christmas story, we’re reminded that we don’t serve a distant God or a seasonal Savior. We serve a God who came near, dwelled among sinners, and still lives within us today.

    We’ll explore:

    • Why presence matters more than preference

    • The fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus’ birth

    • What it truly means to believe in the supernatural

    • Emmanuel as God with us then, now, and forever

    • Why God is who He is—not who we want Him to be

    Jesus didn’t just come to be admired, He came to save His people from their sins. And He is still with us.

    If you’ve ever celebrated His birth but forgotten His nearness, this episode is for you.

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    29 mins
  • Thanksgiving Countenance
    Nov 24 2025

    In this Thanksgiving episode, we dig into something most of us don’t think about, but everyone around us feels: our countenance! How we carry ourselves, the look on our face, and the posture of our heart all reveal who we’ve been with… and where our hope rests.

    Using scriptures like Ezekiel 36:26, Exodus 33–34, Mark 6:56, 1 Corinthians 13, and Mark 1:35, we explore how God shapes our attitude and expression when we spend time in His presence. Moses’ face literally changed after meeting with God, and ours can too.


    We talk about:

    • Why Jesus is relational and knows everything about us

    • Showing up during the holidays—even when it feels uncomfortable

    • Praying Scripture over people you’re believing God to reach

    • How your presence at a family gathering might be someone’s answered prayer

    • Why forgiveness is supernatural and why God empowers us to actually forget

    • How to guard your witness from holiday offenses

    • The quiet power of setting the tone for your day by meeting with the Father

    This episode is your reminder: you can do this. Someone is praying for one more moment with you this holiday season. Let your countenance reflect who you’ve been with. Let it shine with the goodness of God.

    Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡

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    25 mins
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