How do I represent Nichiren and his way of life?

Question: What would you recommend that we study? 

Answer: Anything and everything just like Nichiren: The various translations of the Lotus Sutra and writings of Nichiren; the various Buddhist commentaries; classical literature; science; current events; other religions and SGI/NST doctrines in order to refute them should the occasion arise.

Question: How long should one chant Daimoku daily during Gongyo (right now I am doing 15 minute sessions 2x a day with Gongyo and as much as possible throughout the day)?

Answer: We should chant until we feel joyful and as time allows.

Question: How should the teachings be applied today?

Answer: As Nichiren applied them in his day.

Question: How do I represent Nichiren and his way of life?

Answer: Become a disciple to whom Shakyamuni Buddha and Nichiren Daishonin would praise. Have the courage to take on an army of samurai and survive to tell the story.