Useful To God

Dr. James Spencer

Free from the Love of Money

March 13, 2024

In this episode, James continues the "Becoming Useful to God" Series with a discussion of getting and remaining free from the Love of Money. He discusses Deuteronomy 8 and Luke 16, as well as referencing the life of D. L. Moody.

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To purchase Dr. Spencer's book Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of Dwight L. Moody, visit amazon.com.

 

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In this episode, James talks about the characteristic of humility as he continues the "Becoming Useful to God" series. He considers Philippians 2 and the way Christ's humility serves as a paradigm for our humility. He also offers practical tips for becoming more humble as believers. You can download "Becoming Useful to God" at usefultogod.com.  To purchase Dr. Spencer's book Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of Dwight L. Moody, visit amazon.com.
March 8, 2024
In this episode, James continues with his series on Becoming Useful to God by looking at the characteristic of being "Studious" or being a student of God's word. He considers Deuteronomy 17 as a way of underscoring the way God's word transforms our relationship with God and others. You can download "Becoming Useful to God" at usefultogod.com.  To purchase Dr. Spencer's book Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of Dwight L. Moody, visit amazon.com. You can also get Dr. Spencer's new book Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness at amazon.com.
March 7, 2024
In this episode, James continues the "Becoming Useful to God" series by discussing the Lord's prayer in Luke 11.  You can download "Becoming Useful to God" at usefultogod.com.  To purchase Dr. Spencer's book Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of Dwight L. Moody, visit amazon.com. You can also get Dr. Spencer's new book Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness at amazon.com.
March 6, 2024
In this episode, Dr. Spencer begins a new series on "Becoming Useful to God" based on his book Usefult to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of Dwight L. Moody. He tackles the characteristic of being surrendered to God through the lens of the fear of the Lord in Deuteronomy 6.  You can download "Becoming Useful to God" at usefultogod.com.  To purchase Dr. Spencer's book Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of Dwight L. Moody, visit amazon.com. You can also get Dr. Spencer's new book Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness at amazon.com.
March 5, 2024
In this episode, James discusses 2 Peter 3 and the theme of "hasten and hope."
March 1, 2024
In this episode, James considers the implications of Matthew 24 and its relationship to the theme of "witness and endurance."
February 29, 2024
In this episode, James discusses faith and salvation across the Old and New Testaments. He addresses some of the ideas that tend to confuse modern-day readers seeking to understand the connections between the Old and New Testaments with regard to salvation and ends with a discussion of Ephesians 2 and the humility that inevitably accompanies faith. To listen to the episode on God and Change James referenced in the show, click here. You can also find additional information on the Old Testament and discipleship on James' Christianity.com author page. 
February 28, 2024
In this episode, James continues to discuss "The Uncomplicated Gospel" through the theme of flesh and Spirit in Romans 8.  You can download the Uncomplicated Gospel at www.usefultogod.com.
February 27, 2024
In this episode, James considers Jeremiah 7 and the issue of false hope. He discussed the all-encompassing nature of our faith and the subtle ways we develop false securities in our lives.  James considers some potential false securities Christians may develop in the political realm in his new book Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness, which is now available at amazon.com. Be sure to download "The Uncomplicated Gospel" at usefultogod.com or at oneplace.com. Be sure to follow us at oneplace.com as well.     
February 26, 2024
In this episode, James continues his discussion of the themes in "The Uncomplicated Gospel," a guide available as a free download at usefultogod.com and oneplace.com. He encourages God's people to listen to the heart of the psalmist and hightlights the deep desire the psalmist has for the word of God.  James has an extended discussion of obedience in his new book Serpents and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness, which is now available at amazon.com. Be sure to download "The Uncomplicated Gospel" at usefultogod.com or at oneplace.com. Be sure to follow us at oneplace.com as well.   
February 23, 2024
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About Useful To God

Useful to God is a Bible teaching program focused on guiding Christians through the biblical text so that they can test God by trusting God (Mal 3:10).

About Dr. James Spencer

Dr. James Spencer is a Christian theologian, author, and teacher passionate about challenging God’s people to point to and magnify Jesus Christ. After earning his Ph.D. in Theological Studies from    Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, James spent more than a decade in higher education administration and consulting. He is currently President of Useful to God and President of D. L. Moody Center. James has taught a variety of courses since 2005 and currently serves on faculty with Right On Mission and as an adjunct instructor with Wheaton College. 

 

James has published multiple works, including Christian Resistance: Learning to Defy the World and Follow Christ, Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of D. L. Moody, Thinking Christian: Essays on Testimony, Accountability, and the Christian Mind, and Trajectories: A Gospel-Centered Introduction to Old Testament Theology.  He is also a regular contributor to Christianity.com and has published on Fox News, CBN.com, and The Washington Times. In addition to hosting Useful to God and Thinking Christian, a daily podcast, James has appeared on Lauren Green’s Lighthouse Faith Podcast, The Eric Metaxas Show, TBN’s “The Rise of A.I.,” The Carl Jackson Show and a variety of other radio programs and podcasts.

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