05/30/2026
Good morning! Before you face the world today, take a moment to let peace lead your heart and purpose guide your steps. This is your Daily Dose with Jerry W. Porter.
The Daily Dose: The Influencer
The Influencer
For over 20 years, I’ve had the honor of serving as a Fatherhood Initiative Coordinator for area Head Starts.
Working with men and boys is not just what I do — it’s my passion.
Through this work, I strive to encourage fathers to become better leaders, providers, protectors, and examples for their children.
In the Bible, Jesus told His disciples in Matthew 4:19, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Jesus wasn’t talking about fishing with nets and boats. He was talking about influencing people’s lives in a positive way and leading them toward purpose, love, and God. In short, the disciples became influencers for the Kingdom.
Matter of fact, it looks like the Bible had the first social influencers — they just didn’t have social media. The disciples traveled from town to town spreading messages of hope, faith, love, and salvation.
Their influence changed lives, communities, and generations.
Today, the popular phrase is “social media influencer.”
Many people measure influence by likes, followers, views, and popularity. But I often find myself asking this question:
Would you rather be a fisher of men by influencing men to become better fathers?
Would you rather be a social media influencer gaining attention for yourself?
Or would you rather be an influencer who encourages people to follow Jesus?
As for me, I would rather be an influencer for men than simply be a social media influencer. I would rather use my voice to encourage fathers, strengthen families, inspire young boys, and point people toward Christ than chase popularity and followers online.
True influence is not about how many followers you have. It’s about how many lives you help change for the better.
A real influencer inspires growth, healing, love, responsibility, and faith.
At the end of the day, the greatest influence we can have is leading others closer to God while helping them become the best version of themselves.
Don't miss the message trying to figure out the Messenger. You guys better stay with me. I'm going somewhere with these inspirations.
Have a super Saturday day. Let’s go!
Jerry W. Porter
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