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Nov 6, 05 - 6:24 AM

In Loving Memory - Adam David Spencer

Please share your thoughts and your prayers. Join with us as we sing of Adam's LifeSong.

Ashley Markuson

Nov 6th, 2005 - 9:38 AM

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when i heard about adam, i think i was numb for about an hour..it didnt seem like it could happen. tons and tons of memories were crossing my mind. its hard to believe that he's gone but im happy to know that he is in heaven with God and that i will see him again when they lord calls me home. i know this is hard to go through for them and friends and all, i know its hard for me bc i grew up with him. but its okay to cry and be upset, but like tony said- its not okay to give up.

Katie Ingram

Nov 6th, 2005 - 9:57 AM

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The memories of Adam will forever remain with me. I remember watching him sing on stage with his older brothers, Dustin and Jared. I remember sitting in the kitchen at his house while there were 14 different conversations going on at once. (Adam and I always joked about the spontanaiety of his family.) I remember the countless soccer and basketball games where I watched him give his all on the field and on the court. I remember all the times that I gave he and Sarah and Leslie rides to games, practices, church, movies, and tons of other events. I remember having to drive more careful because his guitar was in the trunk of my car.
From our days at CHA together I remember the pep rallies, the road trips, yearbooks, chapel services, and talent shows.
But the thing that I will remember the most about Adam was his love for the Lord. I have never met any other 18 year old individual like Adam. He worshipped, prayed, and did everything "as unto the Lord."
I will never forget his quirky laugh, that cheesy grin, and his ability to talk to anyone. Adam was a spiritual warrior, and as I look back on his life it inspires me to walk closer to God.
May we never forget the love and laughter that Adam Spencer brought to all of our lives.

Adam's girl

Nov 6th, 2005 - 12:37 PM

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God is good, all the time and all the time, God is good! I am thankful for the 3 months God gave me to date the best guy in this world. Adam was so happy before he died. It was Adam's vision & prayer that he would impact Franklin county in someway he used to tell me. I will always remember the dates, the silly and crazy moments we had, the " i love you's " and so many more memories. I have had the best 3 months of my life and I know Adam would want us to carry on. It is our turn now to be a positive influence in this world just like Adam. Now is the time to stand up for God just like he did!.... Adam sweetheart, I will always be your girl 4 ever... I LOVE YOU ANGEL, Amy

Sarah Hightower

Nov 6th, 2005 - 1:17 PM

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sweet adam.... i havent known but only a year or so but the impact that you had on my life is irreplaceable and unforgetable. so many memories and conversations together.you thaught me soo much. you tought me to care for everyone that i meet and charrish the moments... and to walk with our lord and savior jesus christ, within everything i do.. and there will never be a day that i dont. as i am sitting here writting this i can only think of the impact that you have had on everyone that you have come in contact with. think of your beautiful smile and an unforgetable personality... i will never forget it... its gonna take a while to realize that your not here physically but you are spiritually... i know for a fact hat you are in gods kingdom, sitting next to the one and only jesus christ... and i also know for a fact that i will see you again someday when the good ole lord calls me up and we can sit back and laugh together like the good ole times.. that i cannot wait for! i also know that the lord is so proud of you Adam.. as am i and everyone else that knew you...you, were a walking testimony... i looked up to you and i still do... everyone loves you.. you were such a wonderful friend and i will miss you deeply... i love ya adam... ill see you in heaven one day!~* goodbye sweet, sweet adam....

Val Lord

Nov 6th, 2005 - 1:49 PM

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I did not know Adam all that well, but the few times that I actually got to talk to him, his love for the Lord just shown so bright. This is a very hard thing to take and I am still in shock. I know that God has a purpose and a reason for everything and I know in my heart that Adam is shining down on us this very minute. Rest in Peace Brother, You will be missed.

Sarah Hightower

Nov 6th, 2005 - 3:00 PM

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i ask a favor for all who reads this.. i would like to ask you to pray for adams family... especially his father... i cannot even imagine what they are feeling now. i knew him for a lil more than a year or so and i cannot cope with the fact his gone and it hurts soo badly.. but to feel what his family is going through right now.. i couldnt... please pray for strength for his family to get through this.. they need it more than we'll ever know... they are gonna need all the support and prays they can get... so if you can please do this, i would greatly appriciate it and im sure they woould too...

Danielle Thompson

Nov 6th, 2005 - 5:28 PM

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I am still in shock that Adam is with the Lord. I have not known Adam very long, but I got to know him when i started going to Twin Oaks. He always had a smile on his face. I could always see in his face his love for the Lord. Right know I know he is having the best time because he is with the Lord, were he always wanted to be. Adam I know you are an angel now! I will continue to pray for your family always.

lyle hightower

Nov 6th, 2005 - 6:03 PM

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man youll always be in my mind. God sure has some hard ways to take people when he needs them,but it is gods will and you cant stop that.

Lauren Whitmer

Nov 6th, 2005 - 7:58 PM

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Sweet Adam, I loved him with my whole heart. He was such an example, the reason I am where I am in my walk with Christ today. I will always remember his smile and that goofy, crazy laugh. He wanted the best for everyone else, never thought about himself. What a christian, an amazing christian! He's doing exactly what he wants to do, he's still leading people to Christ. Pray for his family, for sweet Sarah, for sweet Amy. How hard this must be on them. Such strong girls... I love you both! I'm here for you. I'll never forget you, Adam. I love you.

Pastor Terry

Nov 7th, 2005 - 2:57 AM

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My heart is broken. My heart is broken for Adam's family, his friends, our church, and for myself. Just last Friday morning I told Tammy that the more I was with Adam the more I loved and respected him. He was in the process of winning a dad's heart. In Isaiah 46:10 God speaks to us and says- "Only I can tell you what is going to happen even before it happens. Everything I plan will come to pass..." God knew about this moment long before Adam was even born and God knows what the future holds for each of us. I praise God that I have the confidence that I will spend eternity with Adam in the presence of Jesus. I encourage all of us who were touched by Adam’s life and testimony to determine to follow Jesus as he did. I also want you to know that Tammy and I are here for you.

Aunt Kim & Uncle Randy

Nov 7th, 2005 - 6:57 AM

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Our sweet, sweet Adam! He was a joy from the firt day of his life until the last. He made a difference in all our lives. What a blessing to have known him and loved him. There is such a void in our hearts and family, but God is filling it with His mercy and grace! To TFC, CHA, and FCHS----Please keep his vision alive, love God and serve Him with all your heart. Let YOUR lifesong sing to Him, too. Love to you all.

Tony Quist

Nov 7th, 2005 - 7:04 AM

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In times like these I find it difficult to know what to say. But as I look into the scriptures this morning the richness overwhelms me. Every promise is sweeter; Every warning is stronger; Every challenge is greater; Every purpose is deeper; Every description more vivid; Every pain more real; Every praise a little louder; Every evil more vile...

And I am comforted by that, because the Word is the Living Word of God and as I mourn it mourns with me. My hope and my faith are strengthened by the words written in Red.

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know.
(John 14:1-4)

Adam Spencer was a leader and my "Right Hand Man". His growth in the Lord and his desire for the ministry over the last year has been an unquenchable thirst. He desired to lead and to lead with his entire being: Mind, Body and Soul....and He is doing just that. Thank you Adam for sharing your life with me and for ministering to my heart.

Adam's heart was set on leadership and the leadership of those around him. Please find comfort today in a prayer submited to our T.F.C. Prayer Wall last year by Adam. Allow his words to sink deep into your heart as he leads us to the Throne of Grace with this prayer...

"I just need prayer for a few unspokens that are very important right now. And for strength in our youth groups and youth leaders everyday lives to tell others about our hope and trust in Christ Jesus. I love you all!"
Posted: 4/23/05 by Adam Spencer

Hunter Stark

Nov 7th, 2005 - 7:19 AM

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He was the most fun, loving person. His dream was for everyone to praise Jesus with all your heart and soul. Adam is looking down at us seeing everyone crying and he is saying " why are ya'll crying, this is my dream to praise God!"

( everyone, keep his dream going)

Laura Eich

Nov 7th, 2005 - 7:28 AM

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Please pray for Adams family; specifically Sarah, parents, Amy, and all of his brothers and sisters in Christ...remember in our hearts..he did not die, he was born!

Danielle Thompson

Nov 7th, 2005 - 12:04 PM

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I wanted to let his family know that my prayers are with them always. Also Amy my prayers are with you. Adam was such a blessing in everyones heart. I still remember the day that I met Adam, he walked right up to me and said hi and who are you? with that smiling face. He always treated me like I had known him my whole life. God got a great angel is what I keep telling myself.

Brittney Perdue

Nov 7th, 2005 - 12:58 PM

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I didn't know Adam that well. When I saw him at school he always had a smile on his face. You could look at him and see God's love pouring out of him. My family would like to express our deepest sympathy to Adam's family and to Amy. We will all be together again someday!

anonymous

Nov 7th, 2005 - 2:50 PM

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The great thing about Adam is that I didn't really know him. While some may say, "What is so great about that?!", I think it's great because even though I didn't know him, I could see Christ in him. He didn't just "talk the talk", he "walked the walked". Adam's death and his testimony have caused me to reexamine my own walk with Christ, and rededicate my life to Him. While I sat at the funeral today, I thought "That could just as easy have been me". And I knew that the people that would attend my funeral couldn't say the things they said about Adam, concerning his walk with Christ.My prayers go out to his family and friends, his church, CHA and the like.

Suellyn

Nov 7th, 2005 - 4:55 PM

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I was blessed to see first hand Adam's light that was shown to all of us while he lead the Praise and Worship. I know that the fire he had inside was "God" but I also realize that his wonderful Mother, Cindy and his supportive Father, Darrel were the kindling to this fire. They got their kindling from their Parents. I met the Spencer/Craddock/Joyce family in 2001 and from day one, I was shown just how wonderful our God can be. When others couldn't understand our friendship, wondered why I was around, they just took me in and showed me what a family was suppose to look like. I am very proud to be a part of that family.

Adam, I told Hunter,Jessica and Emily that when they can't see someone they love with their eyes, they can
always feel them in their hearts. They will miss you deeply.

Adam, I agree whole heartedly with Pastor, you have done more in 18yrs than I have in 41, but I stood up today!
God Bless ALL

sister in Christ Jesus

Nov 7th, 2005 - 5:13 PM

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hello to all who knew this angel on earth... i want to tell you a story... it's the story of my rededication.
I went to white water bible camp for two summers and when i was 7 i accepted Jesus into my heart. at the time and until this morning i didnt truly know what that meant... on saturday november 5, 2005 my dear friend Adam Spencer died. his life impacted me and his death hit me harder. over the past year of my life, i have been sinking deeper and deeper into a depression. when i first heard about Adam, i was wishing it was me just so i wouldnt have to be on earth anymore. sunday morning i was walking to church and i stopped in the middle of the road, closed my eyes, and said to God.."if you dont have a purpose for me, let me die. if you do...let me live and show it to me." well, i lived and i had a dream that night about children. hungry, dirty children. and i knew this morning that it was my purpose to lead all the hungry dirty children to Jesus... it doesnt mean i have to go find homeless children. i think it was a metaphor for people who are naive and covered in sin.. either way, thats my interpretation... i just want to thank God and Adam for showing me the light!!! thank you God, and R.I.P. Adam

Rev. Todd Barnes

Nov 8th, 2005 - 5:34 AM

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Having preached at Twin Oaks for about 8 months while the wonderful people there were looking for a pastor, I remember well Adam and his enthusiasm for life. I still recall my amazment the first Sunday I had the honor and privilege to preach. I saw Adam along with all the other teenagers leading the praise and worship. Although my heart was overwhelmed, I also felt somewhat inadequate. Why didn't I have that enthusiasm and joy for serving the Lord as a teenager? I vowed then and there before I ever stepped into the pulpit to be bold in my service to the Lord. Adam's contagious smile forced me to be happy in the pulpit no matter how I felt. He simply had that effect on others. It was so encouraging each to see Adam and his family sitting there on the front row to my right each Sunday morning. The entire Spencer family, especially Adam and Sarah actually seemed interested in what I had to say. They even laughed at my sometimes silly comments.

To Cindy, Darrell, Dustin, Jared, and Sarah: You will never know on this side of eternity how your presence, along with Adam's, touched my heart. I came there to try to encourage you and your church and yet you encouraged me. Adam was a special young man in part because he was part of a very special family. You are constantly in my prayers and I love you guys very much.

To the teenagers of Twin Oaks: Smile, carry on, knowing that one day you will be reunited with your dear friend. Count it an honor and priviledge to have know Adam. For you are, or soon will be just like the friends that you hang out with. And so, if Adam was your friend you are a special group.

To the members of Twin Oaks: Love one another as you always have. "Scrooch" up to God and each other. Smile a little more, laugh more often and love like never before. God hasn't brought you this far to leave you. I love you and am praying for you daily.

In His Service,
Todd Barnes

Cousin Tiff

Nov 8th, 2005 - 10:15 AM

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As I sit here reading all the precious comments from those whom Adam's life had touched... I stop to see what an AWESOME God we truly serve. As tears flow from my eyes, I sit here and recall the sweet moments of Grace that God gave to us in the memories we have of Adam.

Just some for me to share... he was the only one who could walk underwater from one side of the pool to the other! He started loving music even as a child... playing his little toy guitar with the family and singing with his big brothers... whom he adored! And let's not forget "Wild ting, I fink I wuv ya!"

Adam was always the first to volunteer to pray when asked... he was always the first to stand up and proclaim what the Lord had done in his life... he was always the first to remind us of how to praise, sing and dance unto the Lord!

And now it's our turn. Our turn to be Bold... To be courageous! Why should we be ashamed?! Look at what Jesus has done for us! He left the Glory of Heaven to come to sinful earth for you and for me! Jesus showed us the greatest love ever by dying on that cross as redemption for our sins. He showed us that the devil is a defeated foe! And all he asks us in return is to give our lives to Him... and tell others of what He's done for us! Oh we have so much to be excited about! What an AWESOME SAVIOR, FATHER & FRIEND! And Adam KNEW this! Adam never hid his love for our Lord... and through his death, neither will I!!

To me, this song below describes Adam's life and was written by his favorite singer Warren Barfield...

"Mistaken" : Written by Warren Barfield

I shouldn’t have to tell you who I am
Cause who I am should be speaking for itself
Cause if I am who I want to be
Then who you see won’t even be me
Oh the more and more I disappear
The more and more He becomes clear

Chorus:
Til everyone I talk to hears His voice
And everything I touch feels the warmth of His hand
Til everyone I meet, Sees Jesus in me
This is all I wanna be,
I wanna be mistaken, For Jesus

Do they only see who we are
But who we are should be pointing them to Christ
Cause we are who He chose to use
To spread the news, Of the way the truth and the life
Oh I want all I am to die, So all He is can come alive

Til everyone I talk to hears His voice
And everything I touch feels the warmth of His hand
Til everyone I meet, Sees Jesus in me
This is all I wanna be
I wanna be mistaken, For Jesus
Oh I need to be mistaken, For you
Oh I wanna be mistaken

May He touch with my hands
See through my eyes
May He speak through my lips
Live through my life
I want Him to, I want Him to live

Thank you for your prayers, visits, support and most of all love. Please continue to pray for Darrell, Cindy, Jared, Dustin and Sarah. There's a void missing in their lives... let's pray that void be filled with the love and peace that comes only from our loving God.

Thank you God for allowing me to love Adam & watch Adam grow from a child to young man. Oh the joy that he's brought to our family. We will FOREVER miss him... but we will NEVER forget who he was and what he lived for. May his memory forever change us to live everyday closer to our Lord.

april beth hall

Nov 8th, 2005 - 10:31 AM

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I didn't really know Adam,but in a way i did. Because i have went to school with his older brother Dustin. Adam seemed to want to be just like him and he was. The pictures i seen on that church wall look just like Dustin. I know that Adam is in heaven and smiling down on us. God will definitely take this and use it for Good. I have only been a christian for a year and this has impacted me in alot of ways. I am praying for his whole family and his friends, that this will change their lives. I am privledged to know Dustin and the ministry that he makes here in Bluefield. It is a great thing. Romans 8 talks about God's love for us. That demons and death can't take away God's love for us. That is Romans 8:38 so read it and know that God's love is always real. As a sister in Christ to Adam, you will be missed. Hoping I can live a life like yours!!!

Sharon Emler Napier

Nov 8th, 2005 - 1:19 PM

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To Adam's Family...
Let me say that I didn't know Adam but I have read all the memorials written for Adam, and his life was such a blessing. God blessed your family so richly with him, and as taken from your friends writings, he was greatly blessed with a Christian family, YOU.
I lost a dear son at age seven and I, like you, can know that he is in heaven with our Lord. Praise God!
Still, the emptiness in our heart for the one gone is so great and I am so sorry for each one of you. Some days are so difficult, however, God's grace and His holy word gives us a hope that so many people do no have.

Jessica Hubbard

Nov 8th, 2005 - 4:04 PM

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What can I not say about Adam?He loved the Lord and he wasn't afraid to show it.I looked up to him so much and I always will.Everything that he was doing made me want to be a better Christian.He was one person trying to change Fraklin County, we all need to ban together to make his dream come true.For us,for Adam,and more importantly for God.I know one day I will see him again but for those of you who are reading this right now that haven't excepted Jesus Christ you don't have that asurance.Good deeds aren't going to get you to heaven accpeting Jesus and living for him not for you will get you to Heaven.Adam is a perfect example of that.Until we meet again Adam thank you for everything that you have done for me.And I want to thank God for giving me the chance to know Adam.And one more thing I'M GONING TO SPIKE THE BALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!How about you?????????

Mr. M.

Nov 8th, 2005 - 4:04 PM

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Being as we begin school again at CHA in the morning, it seemed a fitting time to TRY and express my thoughts and feelings about the death of my dear student, and friend, Adam Spencer. In many respects, there aren't words, there are only groanings that echo in the deep emptiness of my heart. On the other hand, if I write all I want to express about how important this boy was to me, it would crash the server. I'll try and find a happy medium. :-)

"I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly" - John 10:10

As with all people, Adam's death shone a light on his life. And while it's Adam's death that makes us sad right now, it is Adam's life that will have an eternal effect. It is Adam's life that will change the hearts of those who will want to have the abundant life he had. They will want the joy, the zeal, the enthusiasm, the focus, and the peace that Adam posessed from his relationship with Christ. It is Adam's death that has already broken down walls and the Holy Spirit is moving in hearts at CHA. Praise the Lord!

"No one serving as a soldier gets involved in civilian affairs—he wants to please his commanding officer" - 2 Timothy 2:4

It has been hard for me in these days to not see remarkable parallels between Adam's life and the life of another remarkable young man named Jim Eliot. The above verse was written by Jim to his girlfriend at the time, Elizabeth. She recounts that it was this verse that convinced her that Jim was the man she wanted to marry. He had an unapologetic and unwavering dedication to the things of Christ and was not impressed by the seductive calls and distractions of his culture. Adam had this dedication and focus as well. The way Adam lived just made people around him want to be better Christians. His death has had the same effect a hundred times over.

"I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds" - John 12:24

It also is hard for me to not see the parallel between Jim Eliot's death and Adam's. Jim Eliot's death appeared to the world to be random and pointless. The same is true of Adam's death. But Jim Eliot's death motivated a generation to submit to the Holy Spirit's calling to serve God with all their hearts, souls, and minds. It initiated one of the greatest missions populations in American Christianity. It made people get serious about God and brought immeasurable glory to Christ's name. Adam's death has done, is doing, and will continue to do the same. Tony Quist and I prayed with several CHA and Twin Oaks youth before the funeral Monday and we claimed the fruit that would come from Adam's seed that was planted on VA605 Saturday morning. It has already begun. These are exciting and God-honoring days ahead.

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." - Psalm 116:15

And yet it is an excitement that is moistened with tears. I am so blessed by God that he brought this young man into my life and let me build part of who he was.

Darrel, Cindy, and the boys: you know I loved Adam like he was one of my own sons, don't you?

Sarah, while you so bravely let God borrow Adam for a while remember that Christ is your "friend that sticketh closer than a brother"

Amy, Adam was the real deal. You have shown that you have the Biblical discernment to identify remarkable, Christ-honoring soldiers of Christ. God will lead you to use that discernment again some day to His glory.

In Adam's memory and to God's glory,
Mr. Miller

Jessica Kroehler

Nov 8th, 2005 - 4:57 PM

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I never had the chance to meet Adam Spencer. He was the boyfriend of my always and forever best friend Amy Covey. Every time i talked to Amy she always seemed so happy. When she would describe him to me he sounded like such an awesome guy. He was the guy that i thought Amy would always end up with. I know God has a purpose for all of this and he will use it for something good. Jess

Jose Rondon

Nov 8th, 2005 - 5:45 PM

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Adam was such a cool kid and I could tell of the tremendous personality he had. Boy, that has been sad for me because of few young people I see having such a love for Jesus. His love was real! I knew Adam was real the first time I met him when I preached at Twin Oaks Baptist and I will tell you that, though he is enjoying our King's presence, I have a bitter-sweet feeling because I wish he could have had a wider impact on those who do not know the Savior. However, it is not about me or my plans. Praise the Lord for creating and recreating Adam and praise Him for being The Resurrection and The Live! THAT THIS EVENT MAY SERVE FOR YOUNG AND OLD ALIKE TO COME TO ASK JESUS AS LORD AND SAVIOR ONCE AND FOR ALL BECAUSE TOMORROW IS NEVER PROMISED! If you would like to talk to somebody, I am more than willing to speak to you about what our awesome Jesus can give you, that is, ETERNAL LIFE!

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Christina Barbour

Nov 8th, 2005 - 6:42 PM

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I have to say that my most fond memories of Adam go back years ago when I first accepted Christ, I remember getting so excited to see little Jared, Dustin, and Adam get up there to sing. Adam was so cute with his squirmy nature but what I cherish the most was those Brian Free high notes he would hit when singing He Thought of Me. I always got a blessing from their music and still do.

To Darrel, Cindy, Jared, Dustin, & Sarah I love you so much and my heart aches for you right now. Even though your foundation has been shaken to the core, remember, you are still standing on the rock that is strong and unbreakable. I pray that God will wrap his arms around you and give you the greatest sense of peace and comfort you have ever known, because I can just picture Adam in heaven playing a guitar and singing praises to our King and having the greatest time that we can only imagine, because every Sunday I could see in his face that all he wanted to do was praise God.

To Tony and the TFC gang, I know that this is a tough time for you guys as well, and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. It is sad to say, but I don't think I have ever told you what an awesome group of teens I think you are. I can see Christ working in your lives, continue in your faith and stand strong in your beliefs. What a blessing and inspiration you are guys to me.

Love in Christ,
Christina

eden hale

Nov 9th, 2005 - 1:36 AM

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Ive attended Twin Oaks Baptist off and on since I moved here 12 years ago. I met Pete and Pansy and the rest of the family through a cousin of mine and her family, whom at that time attended TOB. I always admired and still do the "christian bond" that family had. I didn't and now married for 6 years, with a family of my own, still don't.

I had a wonderful childhood--I was baptised, along with my mom, when I was 10 years old. I attended chuch reguarly-every Sunday & Wenesday service. I was in all the plays, sang with two other teens reguarly, even went to church camp. But my dad, brother and sister rarely went with my mom and I. We never attended as a "family". As I grew older I slowly slipped away from going to church too. I still had faith and belived--new about Jesus and his work but I didn't live that "life". It's easier to slip away when your young and you don't have that family suppport.

So, Cindy and Darrell, stand up and be proud because you put Adam on the right path as a child--you showed him what everyone loved so much about him--JESUS--his "stand up and be proud" love for JESUS. That is something you did for him as his parents and thats something to be proud of.

I've lost numerous close-best friends to car wrecks, guns and drugs. The difference between them and Adam is that I and everyone else know where Adam is today and I can only say that about 1 out of 7 friends that I've lost.

For the TFC gang, be proud you had a friend like Adam. He was one of a kind. But, he doesn't have to be. You can be the inspiration that he was to so many too. He would want you to do that!!

To my family at TOB, thank you for always accepting me back into your home through the years. This time I'm here to stay--along with my boys!!!

Pete & Pansy, Darrell, Cindy and kids, Sammy, Teresa and family--ALL OF YOU are in my prayers. May God keep his hands on you and give you all the comfort you need right now. You are all an inspiration to me.

To Tony and TFG gang, keep your heads high and share the memories you have of Adam. His beautiful voice, his big smile, his laugh and the way he loved the Lord will never be forgotten. Each and everyone of you are in my prayers. I know its a difficult time and if any of you need to talk I'm here. I've been where you are today. God will help you through it if you just believe.

Please keep me and my family in your prayers as I will each and everyone of yours.

Love and Prayers,
Eden

Tiffany Solomon

Nov 9th, 2005 - 11:28 AM

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I didn't get to know Adam very well. I dated his brother Dustin a long time ago. But I want his family to know that they made such an impact on my life. You all are such wonderful people and you make me want to be a better person. You all are so strong in your faith and I'll be praying for you to get through this. It's been a long time but you are all still in my heart. Much love to you all~Tiffany

Kaitlyn Whitmer

Nov 9th, 2005 - 1:17 PM

In Loving Memory - Adam David Spencer

Sweet, Sweet Adam ... how many lovely memories we have together! Playing foosball for HOURS at a time, while Lauren would get ready. What a big brother you have always been for me! I don't think i would ever have been able to come this close to Christ if it hadn't been for your sMiLiNg face and loving/kind words! ohh, how much i loved that goofy smile of yours! I sometimes just don't understand why You of all people had to be taken away. But i also know that it was all in God's will and you are much better off than all of us! How many times i will think about you from now on will be un-countable . . you will always have a place in my heart-and i can't wait until the day when i will be right up there beside you!

I officially CROWN you FOOSBALL KING!

i love you more than you know . . .
Kaitlyn

Kelsey

Nov 9th, 2005 - 5:14 PM

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I didn't really know Adam. I attended Twin Oaks a few times with my grandparents Jerry & Trudy Cooper when I was little. I can faintly remember Adam b/c I used to hang out with Sarah some when we were younger. I know that everyone is saying the same thing to you, but please understand that we all mean it in the best way. We are very sorry for your loss and as you grieve and mourn over Adam, don't forget to thank God for the moments you did have with him. I lost a friend in a car accident last year and it is a very hard thing to go through. Through this difficult time, rely on the Lord to help you through it. Praying for you all, Kelsey

Kristin

Nov 9th, 2005 - 7:02 PM

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So many people's lives have been changed on account of Adam's death. I just want to thank God that most of these changes have been good. As many of Adam's family have said, the one thing that Adam would wish to achieve through his death would be even one person coming closer to God. I believe that this has truly happened and I am so thankful for it.
I knew Adam for a long time. He has been a huge part of my life for many years. During this time I had come to love and respect him for all of his talents, morals, and the christ-like way he lived his life. I remember the fun times we spent playing fusball or volleyball or any other game or sport that happened to appeal to us at the time. These are the happy memories that I am so thankful to have. I also am glad to remember the amazing worship times in youth, or at camp, or in church. Times like these are what is really special.

Adam, you used to beat me at everything. Yet we always ended up at the same place. Early on Sunday November 6th you just beat me to heaven too, and as always we will end up at the same place.

Shannon Robinson

Nov 10th, 2005 - 10:18 AM

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This all still seems like a really bad dream that I can't wake up from, and it will for a long time! But I know Adam is where he wanted to be! He is smiling down on us and he knows that his will to lead people to the Lord and the fire that kept him Praising God all the time is going to continue in all of us. Because of him I have changed so much! When I was down he always picked me up, and when I was on the mountain top Praising God he was there with me singing his sweet sweet songs. Although I wish Adam was still here with me...I know he's in Heaven and because of him there will be many people in Heaven one day that can go to him and say 'It was because of you Adam that I am here!' Adam is still leading others to the Lord and we have to follow in those footsteps he left for us!

I shared many many wonderful times with Adam and I will forever have those memories to look back on. And I will always have that example to follow! We all need to ~Live for Christ ~ Live like Adam ~ Don't let Adam's dream fade away...We have to set this place on fire for the Lord!

Adam I wish we could tell each other one more time…but this time I have to say it and just know that it was in your heart! **You are my favorite cousin**

Wills Kitchen

Nov 10th, 2005 - 12:05 PM

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Well yall I dont really know what to say. I didn't know Adam well but I don't believe coming home will be the same anymore without him there at Twin Oaks. My deepest sympathy to all of you.

Love yall

wills

Jeremy Ramsey

Nov 10th, 2005 - 12:45 PM

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I think like most other people at this point, I am still in disbelief. Along with Dustin and Jared, Adam was like a brother to me growing up. I can't remember a time when the four of us weren't together. Whether it was a birthday party or just a plain old Saturday morning, we were always together.

I believe the thing that stood out to me most about Adam was the way he approached every situation or cirumstance he was faced with. It didn't matter what was at stake, for him, it was the most important thing in the world. It could have been playing basketball, ping-pong, air hockey, pool, football, or soccer and he still would've put every ounce of his energy into winning that particular game.

However, his desire to do his best far exceeded any game or competition. He was always one to try his hardest in the things that really counted. This was evident in his later teenage years with his intense desire and passion to serve the Lord in every aspect of his life. It truly amazed me how much energy he brought every Sunday to the praise and worship team. The fire he had in his heart for the Lord never died down and seemed to get stronger with every passing week.

Like Pastor Terry said: Adam has set the ball for us, we just have to be willing to step in there and spike it. Adam was willing to do whatever it took to serve the Lord. Now it's OUR turn!!!

I can't wait to see you again!! I love you man!!!

Randy

Nov 10th, 2005 - 5:28 PM

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I miss Adam so much.His relationship for the Lord inspired me.I saw in him what was missing in my life,the close walk with the Lord.At the beach this summer,several times I got up in the middle of the night to get a drink of water,and found him setting at the dining room table reading the Bible.

I always saw the love he had for the Lord,in everything he did.And it is this character,and spirit he had that has had such a powerful effect on everyone.I am going to follow his example,and give 100% to the Lord.

I see in Cindy and Darrell how Adam came to be the exceptional young man he was.At first I was amazed at the strength they've had through this,but I realize it's from their faith.By continuing to praise God they are giving God another victory over Satan.Satan would love to see Cindy,Darrell,Jared,Dustin ,Sarah, or any of us who know and love him to be angry with God.That would give Satan the victory.But the victory goes to God!I think of all of us as Adam's team,he's the coach,God is the owner,and we've given him the win.

Continue to remember Adam,to pray for his family,and to love and serve God.

I love you Adam,and I will see you again.

Martha Pollock

Nov 10th, 2005 - 6:24 PM

In Loving Memory - Adam David Spencer

I didn't hear of Adam's death until an hour before his viewing. . . But late Friday night when I was taking my dogs out for a walk I notice a beautiful star in the sky. An I thought to myself someone special has just gone to Heaven. An little did I know that special person was Adam. I have sat in church many Sundays feeling discouraged but I would see the smiling face of Adam and it would encourage me. I would hear his music and it would lift my soul. We need to pick up Adam's torch and let the sparks light us up as a church to fulfill the mission that was in Adam's heart. My God shelter the Spencer family with his loving wings and unite us as a church to walk through this valley.

Shawn Spencer

Nov 11th, 2005 - 4:22 PM

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I still cant believe that Adam is really gone. He has been a big part of my life for so long- from being a part of the Spencer family, to youth groups, to praise and worship, to playing guitar for NewBeginning. I really miss you. I dont know how we're going to fill this void that's in our lives now. We cant, but God can.
I've watched Adam grow from a little boy who's face used to turn red as he belted out those tenor notes while singing with his brothers,- to a wonderful, talented singer/guitar player whos number one desire was to see everyone praise our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ with all our heart. He had such a fire and zeal for the Lord- and he wanted to change the world- "whatever it takes" he had even said one time. Well Adam, the Lord is definately continuing to use you, because-praise God, people are getting saved and rededicating their lives right and left!! This has made me examine my walk with the Lord also, and realize that there are lots of things that I can improve on. I pray God will give me the zeal you had, the love to sing his praises that you had and the fire to see the lost saved that you had.
I'm gonna miss you sweet Adam.
Thank you God for allowing me to know Adam and for all the special times we shared together. I'm jealous, for you are truly doing what you always tried to get us to do- worshiping the Lord.

Shanon "Squire" Thomas

Nov 11th, 2005 - 4:58 PM

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Ack, still seems like a dream. He was one of the best... nah, probably THE best Christian guy I've ever known...
and it's not like I knew him too well, I just had a few classes with him here and there for the 4-5 years I've been back in Va. But even still he had great impact. Like the fact that I don't think I can ever remember a time where I didn't see a smile on his face. I mean I can't even smile all the time! But he always did, and it made me feel better knowing that no matter how bad it ever got for anyone, there was still someone with a happy thought. That's what I remember best... and I miss his jokes and such in Brit. Lit. *lost train of thought* I'll have to catch my thought train later, I'll end with saying I hope he's up there in Heaven's band sturmming that guitar
-hugs everyone-

Donna

Nov 11th, 2005 - 5:24 PM

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It was a privilege to get to know Adam this last year when I subbed for CHA. Adam was an exceptional young man and it was evident that he had a heart for serving the Lord. He also had a heart for bringing change to CHA. Adam just shined and his laugh was infectious. Adam was not afraid to stand up and be counted and tell everyone how much he loved the Lord. You could hear it in his music, and see it in his actions. Adam has punted the ball to us now and we have an awesome opportunity to pick up where Adam left off and make a field goal that will make God proud. God used Adam's willingness to serve to bring the unsaved to Christ and and wake up those who had begun to faulter in their walk with the Lord. A revival has begun at CHA, let's not drop the ball before we reached our final goal. Take time to look inside your heart and ask, "Am I living for Christ?" Will you hear Christ say when your life is over, "Well done good and faithful servant." or will you hear him say, "Depart from me, I do not know you." Adam's life meant something, it was a living testamony to God's love for us. BY fulfilling Adam's hope of changing CHA and Franklin County, we honor his memory, but most of all we honor, and glorify Christ. To the Spencer family: we love you and will continue to pray for you. I thank you for being such a wonderful influence on me, my children and the staff and student body at CHA.
In Christ

Ashley Thomas

Nov 11th, 2005 - 5:41 PM

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Oh beautiful soul we shall miss you.
We know you celebrate with God.
I praise His name, for you are with Him.
Rejoice love, Rejoice with the angels on high.

Oh beautiful soul, fly to the heavens.
We know you are playing for God.
I praise His name, for He is holy.
Play love, play with the strings of your heart.

Oh beautiful soul, soar amoung the starry hosts.
We know you are singing to God.
I praise His name, for He is the Almighty
Sing love, sing the praises of God.

Oh beautiful soul, dance with the Spirit.
We know you are worshiping with joy.
I praise His name, for He is the Great I Am.
Worship love, worship the name of Jesus.

Oh beautiful soul, you have touched so many.
Through you God has been glorified.
I praise His name, for blessing us with your life.
One day love, one day we shall all be together again!
Praise be to the Most High God!

Rob Johnson

Nov 11th, 2005 - 6:02 PM

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The late Jim Elliot once said, "Father, make of me a crisis man. Bring those I contact to decision. Let me not be a milepost on a single road; make me a fork, that men must turn one way or another on facing Christ in me."

Adam, was the living embodiment of these words. In only eighteen years of life he set the bar at a height we should all strive to reach in our own Christian lives. His leadership and Christ-like example will be missed so very much at CHA and in Franklin County.

Darrell, Cindy, Jared, Dustin and Sarah, your family has always held a special place in my heart. Please know that everyday you are in my prayers.

Jason Webster

Nov 11th, 2005 - 7:04 PM

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'I know the thoughts that I have toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.' Jer. 29.11 I know that these days seem to contradict this promise of God: it does appear to be an evil day, it does appear to have no hope and no future and no peace. There are no easy answers.
When the earth shakes, the seas roar, the mountains are tumbled down into the abyss; when all around is nothing but sinking sand, we do have a sure foundation, His name is Jesus Christ.
We do have a stronghold, a fortress, a sure foundation, a rock, a safe place, a refuge; we can abide under the wings of the Almighty. That is where Adam already is: experiencing the peace, safety, joy and future, under the wings of the Almighty.
I do pray for all of the family, friends, church family and schoolmates, that they will find peace, hope and their future, under the shadow of the Almighty.

Michael Guilliams

Nov 12th, 2005 - 6:57 AM

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Since I have become a member at Twin Oaks, I have found that our church cannot be broken.

It is like a redwood tree, you chop and you chop at it but, it cannot be broken.

Right before it was Adam's time, the teens were split up when it was time for the lesson. Adam helped teach the young-teen class and he knew we had a fire for christ. Now, we must keep having a fire for christ and worship him. Adam was a very good person, and I know he is up there looking down at us saying, "What a family that church is."

Uncle Sam & Aunt Teresa

Nov 12th, 2005 - 9:11 AM

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To Darrel, Cindy, Jared, Hope, Luke, Jacob, Dustin, Carynn and Sarah,

What can I add to these very beautiful and heartfelt messages from everyone who knew and loved
our sweet Adam. I so miss that sweet smile and contagious laugh that is so symbolic of Adam.
Always in a good mood and upbeat about life. That "upbeat" happiness came from his very personal
and deep relationship with our Saviour Jesus Christ. He "knew" Him and not just "of" HIM. His musical
talents were devoted totally to the Glorification of our Saviour. If he sang or played the guitar, it was
all done to the best he had in him. He always pursued the next level to get closer to the Lord. His
desires were to impact people, especially his peers, to know and love the Lord the way he did.
I'll always cherish the memories of his younger years when he sang the "tenor" part of the trio with
his older brothers. He would hit the high notes with clarity and pour his heart into the song. He was
noted to "bow" to the audience after one such performance. So young then but on a uphill
progression to serve.

My heart is still so very heavy as I grieve for Adam, missing him so very much and as I grieve for my
children Derek and Tiffan