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ENVOY - by Christ Focused at RiverLife Fellowship
We weren’t saved to sit.We were saved to be sent.From the foot of the Cross, straight into the world.
Not only saved from something, but saved for something.
You are Christ’s. You are an Heir of the Kingdom. You are called. You are sent.
Become an Envoy of the Kingdom of God.
What Is Envoy?
Envoy by Christ Focused is a movement. It is a 12 month weekly and monthly discipleship journey for followers of Christ, launched from the heart of RiverLife Fellowship Church and open to people ready to take faith into action and their mission personally.
This isn’t a standard Bible study group.This isn’t just another Zoom call.This is a movement, calling forward leaders to become Kingdom envoys in their families, workplaces, neighborhoods, and nations.
“As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.”— John 20:21 (ESV)
Envoy is not a ministry innovation.It is a return to the New Testament normal.
Why Now?
Because the world will benefit when Followers assume their rightful roles.We need envoys, ambassadors, and heirs of the Holy Kingdom who:
* Know who they are in Christ
* Know how to handle the Word of God
* Live with conviction, courage, and compassion
* And walk in step with the Spirit, every day of the week
The world is moving into a new era, one where AI implementations are taking traction, where bio-hacking and new advancements in science are pushing the mark on new discoveries, where younger generations are saturated in tech and social media from birth.
But technology or advancement isn’t the problem.Silence from the Church is.
Nothing in this world stands still, only forward or backward.
We don’t need retreat.The Lord needs Envoys.
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations... teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.”- Matthew 28:19–20 (ESV)
The world needs now, more than ever, a new generation of Envoys, actively taking up their charge and forwarding the Lord’s voice into these spaces.
Who Is It For?
Followers of Christ eager to activate their part in the Kingdom and to join something bigger than themselves.
The Bible doesn’t describe a divided life, sacred and secular, spiritual and practical.It describes a whole life, fully surrendered and strategically sent.
This is for anyone who’s tired of passive faith and are now ready for purposeful obedience. For what’s next.
“Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ...”- Philippians 1:27 (ESV)
Whether you're 15 or 59, single, married, or mentoring others - Envoy is for you. If you are breathing…. you are in the good-fight.
What to Expect:
A 12-Month Discipleship Journey:
Weekly Email Dispatch:
Every week you’ll receive a study focused on scripture, commentary, practical action steps for the week, and curated resources (sermons, podcasts, music, reflection prompts). Take what serves you from the resources, no shame if you can’t get through it all, if you want to deep dive into all resources or simply respond to specific items, all will enrich your walk with Christ.
Title: “Envoy Dispatch”Includes:
* Theme of the Week: e.g., “Obedience in the Workplace,” “Integrity When No One’s Watching,” “Godly Leadership in Chaos” all tying into the Monthly theme ahead of the Monthly Envoy gathering.
* Primary Scripture with devotional and exegetical breakdown
* Sermon/Teaching Link (Video/audio by trusted teachers)
* Podcast Episodes (optional & curated)
* Questions to Reflect & Journal
* Practical Action Step: mission-focused prompts for the week
Weekly Rallying Point (30 min):
Zoom + in-person hybrid check-in weekly to process, pray, and push each other forward.
* 5 min welcome & scripture reading
* 10 min group sharing related to the weekly dispatch: “Where have you seen God this week?”
* 10 min topical insight or encouragement from the month’s theme
* 5 min prayer and charge for the week ahead
* + Time allocated after for extended prayer and encouragement as needed
Monthly Debrief & Ops Planning (1.5 - 2 hrs):
Gathering of local and remote Envoy members for teaching, testimonies, worship, and practical mission planning. (Hosted at RiverLife locations and at other venues as necessary.)
* Worship/Opening Word (10 min)
* Teaching Deep Dive (25 min) led by rotation from within the group
* Group Discussion & Reflections (30 min)Each Envoy shares:
* 1 key takeaway from the month
* How it impacted their daily walk
* Where they struggled or succeeded
* Mission Planning (20 min) - Led session with personal planning.
* Personal/Family/Workplace Kingdom goals for next month
* Prayer and accountability pairing
* Time allocated after for extended prayer and encouragement as needed
Why the Name Envoy?
An envoy is not a tourist.Not a spectator.Not even just a citizen.
An envoy is a trusted representative,one who is sent on behalf of a greater authoritywith a mission to carry out and a message to deliver.
Scripture gives us this identity plainly:
“Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us.” 2 Corinthians 5:20 ESV
The word envoy captures the active, sent, and sacred identity of people who belong to Christ.
They do not blend in.They do not wait for the church to catch up.They live as one commissioned.
In every room they enter, every business they lead, every child they raise, every word they speak - they carry the presence, the authority, and the compassion of the King who sent them.
This is who we are as Envoys of the Greatest Kingdom and of the Eternal King of Heaven, our Father.
Envoy by Christ Focused at RiverLife is about reclaiming that identity.It’s about training everyday men and women to live as ambassadors of the Kingdom-in the ordinary, in the public square, and in the secret place.
Because church is not the destination.It’s the launchpad.
And the world needs God’s Envoy now more than ever.
How to Join & Follow the Movement
We’re forming the first cohort now - The first dispatch launches in August, add your email to the subscription box below and we will ensure you get notified with further information.
To Join The Envoy Movement and to Receive the Content, Subscribe Below.
To Join The Envoy Movement and to Receive the content, subscribe below.
I’m glad you’re here.
Let’s run the race - Eyes Up, Chin Up!
Grace and peace,
Sam JohnstonFounder, Christ Focused[email protected]
Modern Epistles Book Link
Modern Epistles Audio Book Link
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit christfocused.substack.com
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By Christ Focused NetworkWe weren’t saved to sit.We were saved to be sent.From the foot of the Cross, straight into the world.
Not only saved from something, but saved for something.
You are Christ’s. You are an Heir of the Kingdom. You are called. You are sent.
Become an Envoy of the Kingdom of God.
What Is Envoy?
Envoy by Christ Focused is a movement. It is a 12 month weekly and monthly discipleship journey for followers of Christ, launched from the heart of RiverLife Fellowship Church and open to people ready to take faith into action and their mission personally.
This isn’t a standard Bible study group.This isn’t just another Zoom call.This is a movement, calling forward leaders to become Kingdom envoys in their families, workplaces, neighborhoods, and nations.
“As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.”— John 20:21 (ESV)
Envoy is not a ministry innovation.It is a return to the New Testament normal.
Why Now?
Because the world will benefit when Followers assume their rightful roles.We need envoys, ambassadors, and heirs of the Holy Kingdom who:
* Know who they are in Christ
* Know how to handle the Word of God
* Live with conviction, courage, and compassion
* And walk in step with the Spirit, every day of the week
The world is moving into a new era, one where AI implementations are taking traction, where bio-hacking and new advancements in science are pushing the mark on new discoveries, where younger generations are saturated in tech and social media from birth.
But technology or advancement isn’t the problem.Silence from the Church is.
Nothing in this world stands still, only forward or backward.
We don’t need retreat.The Lord needs Envoys.
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations... teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.”- Matthew 28:19–20 (ESV)
The world needs now, more than ever, a new generation of Envoys, actively taking up their charge and forwarding the Lord’s voice into these spaces.
Who Is It For?
Followers of Christ eager to activate their part in the Kingdom and to join something bigger than themselves.
The Bible doesn’t describe a divided life, sacred and secular, spiritual and practical.It describes a whole life, fully surrendered and strategically sent.
This is for anyone who’s tired of passive faith and are now ready for purposeful obedience. For what’s next.
“Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ...”- Philippians 1:27 (ESV)
Whether you're 15 or 59, single, married, or mentoring others - Envoy is for you. If you are breathing…. you are in the good-fight.
What to Expect:
A 12-Month Discipleship Journey:
Weekly Email Dispatch:
Every week you’ll receive a study focused on scripture, commentary, practical action steps for the week, and curated resources (sermons, podcasts, music, reflection prompts). Take what serves you from the resources, no shame if you can’t get through it all, if you want to deep dive into all resources or simply respond to specific items, all will enrich your walk with Christ.
Title: “Envoy Dispatch”Includes:
* Theme of the Week: e.g., “Obedience in the Workplace,” “Integrity When No One’s Watching,” “Godly Leadership in Chaos” all tying into the Monthly theme ahead of the Monthly Envoy gathering.
* Primary Scripture with devotional and exegetical breakdown
* Sermon/Teaching Link (Video/audio by trusted teachers)
* Podcast Episodes (optional & curated)
* Questions to Reflect & Journal
* Practical Action Step: mission-focused prompts for the week
Weekly Rallying Point (30 min):
Zoom + in-person hybrid check-in weekly to process, pray, and push each other forward.
* 5 min welcome & scripture reading
* 10 min group sharing related to the weekly dispatch: “Where have you seen God this week?”
* 10 min topical insight or encouragement from the month’s theme
* 5 min prayer and charge for the week ahead
* + Time allocated after for extended prayer and encouragement as needed
Monthly Debrief & Ops Planning (1.5 - 2 hrs):
Gathering of local and remote Envoy members for teaching, testimonies, worship, and practical mission planning. (Hosted at RiverLife locations and at other venues as necessary.)
* Worship/Opening Word (10 min)
* Teaching Deep Dive (25 min) led by rotation from within the group
* Group Discussion & Reflections (30 min)Each Envoy shares:
* 1 key takeaway from the month
* How it impacted their daily walk
* Where they struggled or succeeded
* Mission Planning (20 min) - Led session with personal planning.
* Personal/Family/Workplace Kingdom goals for next month
* Prayer and accountability pairing
* Time allocated after for extended prayer and encouragement as needed
Why the Name Envoy?
An envoy is not a tourist.Not a spectator.Not even just a citizen.
An envoy is a trusted representative,one who is sent on behalf of a greater authoritywith a mission to carry out and a message to deliver.
Scripture gives us this identity plainly:
“Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us.” 2 Corinthians 5:20 ESV
The word envoy captures the active, sent, and sacred identity of people who belong to Christ.
They do not blend in.They do not wait for the church to catch up.They live as one commissioned.
In every room they enter, every business they lead, every child they raise, every word they speak - they carry the presence, the authority, and the compassion of the King who sent them.
This is who we are as Envoys of the Greatest Kingdom and of the Eternal King of Heaven, our Father.
Envoy by Christ Focused at RiverLife is about reclaiming that identity.It’s about training everyday men and women to live as ambassadors of the Kingdom-in the ordinary, in the public square, and in the secret place.
Because church is not the destination.It’s the launchpad.
And the world needs God’s Envoy now more than ever.
How to Join & Follow the Movement
We’re forming the first cohort now - The first dispatch launches in August, add your email to the subscription box below and we will ensure you get notified with further information.
To Join The Envoy Movement and to Receive the Content, Subscribe Below.
To Join The Envoy Movement and to Receive the content, subscribe below.
I’m glad you’re here.
Let’s run the race - Eyes Up, Chin Up!
Grace and peace,
Sam JohnstonFounder, Christ Focused[email protected]
Modern Epistles Book Link
Modern Epistles Audio Book Link
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit christfocused.substack.com