Christian First.

In a world that often measures manhood by power, success, or self-reliance, the Bible offers a radically different vision: a call to be a Christian first, letting every aspect of our lives flow from our identity as disciples of Jesus. This three-hour seminar challenges men to root their understanding of manhood and leadership not in cultural expectations or personal ambition, but in a life of following Christ.

December 7th from 9 to noon.

Location TBD

Due to limited space, this event is by invitation only.

Join us as we dive into:

  • The Foundation of Discipleship: Discover what it truly means to be a disciple and why being a “Christian First” shapes everything from our character to our relationships.

  • The Discipled Man: Biblical teachings from Ephesians 5 and other texts, uncovering the unique calling of men to embody Christ in all of their various relationships.

  • Becoming What God Requires: Take practical steps to grow as a man, not according to worldly standards, but as one called to be a faithful disciple who leads and serves with courage and compassion.

About the Speaker

James Spencer earned his PhD from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and his MA in Biblical Exegesis from Wheaton College. Before coming to the D. L. Moody Center and Useful to God, James served as an academic dean at Moody Bible Institute. He has published multiple books including Sepernts and Doves: Christians, Politics, and the Art of Bearing Witness, Christian Resistance: Learning to Defy the World and Follow Christ, Useful to God: Eight Lessons from the Life of D. L. Moody, and Thinking Christian: Essays on Testimony, Accountability, and the Christian Mind.