A Moment In Time
Issues That Enhance Spiritual Multiplication
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In the pursuit of changed lives, I believe the answers to the following questions provide the essential fuel to propel our Christian lives forward in a dynamic way.
1. How can I effectively share my faith?
2. Is my eternal destiny ever at risk?
3. Why work hard in the Christian life?
When I’ve had the opportunity to teach Believers the biblical principles upon which the answers to these questions rest, many see their world-view and perspective of Scripture profoundly and positively altered. These three questions deal with three issues – Eternal Life, Eternal Security, and Eternal Rewards. A solid base in becoming an effective disciple and obtaining a launching pad for dynamic ministry is established as a result of acquiring an understanding of these simple yet profound issues. We all want our lives to count for something. So does God. John Mayer makes an insightful statement in his song “Homelife.” He sings, “I refuse to believe that my life’s going to be just some string of incompletes.” We all want our lives to count. Not only do we want our lives to count, we want our lives complete – the knowledge of a job well done. The familiarity of the following truth doesn’t diminish its impact: It’s not how well you start the race; it’s how well you finish. Christ said, “It is finished.” Paul finished the course. We have an opportunity to do the same. In order for Believers to avoid a string of incompletes and put themselves in the good company of Christ and Paul, I’m convinced grasping the essentials of evangelism, eternal security, and eternal rewards can make all the difference in successfully completing the race set before us.
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A Moment in Time will encourage believers to entertain principles of grace-based theology and, after careful consideration, embrace them. When we’re convinced of the gracious simplicity in acquiring the free gift of eternal life, it impacts how we share our faith. When we’re confident this free gift can’t be lost, it calms us down. When we’re certain Christ will repay and recompense us for what we do with this free gift, we’re motivated to “be holy” as He is holy. In looking at the biblical text, Christians will be reminded that justification is provided at no cost to them. They’ll see there’s room for failure in the Christian life. But they’ll also learn where there’s great grace, there’s great accountability--and great reward.
It is wonderful to see this fresh look at many of the grace issues at a popular level. Mark Spencer has given us an insightful look into the implications of grace in the task of evangelism and discipleship. Recommended reading!!
--Dr. Joseph Dillow
Mark Spencer has the wonderful ability to communicate deep biblical truths in an interesting and straightforward way. The reader will find a clear articulation of the grace message and convincing arguments against those who have corrupted it. I am glad to see this comprehensive and persuasive presentation of the gospel of grace and its implications. It will serve us well as we seek to share this message with the world.
--Dr. Charlie Bing
This is a book that needs to be taken seriously as a helpful guide to developing a strategic plan to be servants of Christ in our areas of influence. As Mark said, his last 25 years as a police officer went by overnight - so how fast will the years fly by in our lives? We all have a mission and an obligation to be useful to the Master.
--Dr. John South
About the Author
Mark Spencer is a retired twenty-five year Phoenix Police Officer. As the president of the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association, he served more than 2,300 Phoenix Police Officers and Detectives of the largest police association in Arizona. He graduated with honors with a B.S. in finance from Northern Arizona University (1985) and with an M.A. in exegetical theology from Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (1993). In 1986, Mark and his wife Shannon met in Bangkok, Thailand, during a summer project with Campus Crusade for Christ. They live in Phoenix, Arizona and have two children, Caleb and Abigail.