Bill Bright - Glow in the Dark: A Life That Lights the Way

Each one of us as responsible Christians asks, How can I make a difference for righteousness in our present-day culture? What can we do to be redemptive instruments in Gods kingdom? This valuable book provides insight, guidance, and direction in answering these pervasive questions. I commend it without hesitation. Both authors have been longtime friends of mine and are, by their experience, highly qualified to bring this kind of light to a darkened society.

T ED W. E NGSTROM , P RESIDENT E MERITUS , W ORLD V ISION

Dr. Bill Bright always lived up to his last name. He was a brilliant beacon of Gods amazing grace to a lost and confused world. He shined brightly up until the moment he took his last breath. Now, teamed with one of his most cherished understudies, we all can learn the why and the how of being torchbearers of Gods love. Bright and Jenson will teach you how to increase your spiritual wattage as well as direct the beam of your light as you make yourself more available to God to glow in the dark.

D R. T IM K IMMEL , A UTHOR OF L ITTLE H OUSE ON THE F REEWAY AND G RACE -B ASED P ARENTING

Bills life not only influenced me, but countless others throughout the world to love God more deeply and shine His light broadly. Hallmarks of Bills life were a Holy Spirit-filled life, a heart to see the world reached for Christ, and never losing his first love. Ron Jenson has pioneered demonstrating Bills desire to make Christ known to men and women leading in challenging parts of our culture.

D R . S TEVE D OUGLASS P RESIDENT , C AMPUS C RUSADE FOR C HRIST , I NTL

At a time when the effects of post-modernism pose a challenge to Christians everywhere, Glow in the Dark helps in the transformation of our reductionistic understanding of salvation to a mature Christian walk and an outstanding personal and global witness for Christ. Glow in the Dark is a must-read for every Christian.

D R . A PPIANDA A RTHUR, DIRECTOR OF C HURCH R ELATIONS , I NTERNATIONAL J USTICE M ISSION

Want a more effective life? Glow in the Dark will help you maximize every area of your lifeat home, work, church, and in your community. Id suggest you buy two copiesone for you and another for your pastor.

D ENNIS R AINEY, PRESIDENT , F AMILY L IFE

The contents are just as impactful as the title.

B OB S AFFORD , P RIMERICA F INANCIAL S ERVICES, FIRST INTERNATIONAL SALES DIRECTOR , L ONDON , E NGLAND

Is it really possible to have joy in all circumstances? How do I know Gods will for my life, or even just for today? Why are my friendships with other men often superficial? This book addresses these great questions and many others. Ron Jenson is a master at bringing biblical truth to life in a way that will increase your faith, touch your heart, and change your behavior.

K EVIN J ENKINS, MANAGING DIRECTOR , T RI W EST C APITAL P ARTNERS , C ALGARY , C ANADA FORMER PRESIDENT , C ANADIAN A IRLINES

GLOW IN THE DARK
published by Multnomah Publishers, Inc.

2005 by Ron Jenson and Bright Media Foundation
International Standard Book Number: 1-59052-485-3

Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from:
New American Standard Bible 1960, 1977, 1995
by the Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
Other Scripture quotations are from:
The Holy Bible, New International Version ( NIV)
1973, 1984 by International Bible Society,
used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House
Holy Bible, New Living Translation ( NLT)
1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
All rights reserved.
The Holy Bible, New King James Version ( NKJV )
1984 by Thomas Nelson, Inc.
The Holy Bible, King James Version ( KJV )

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Bright, Bill.
Glow in the dark / Bill Bright and Ron Jenson.
p. cm.
eISBN: 978-0-307-56322-4
1. Christian life. I. Jenson, Ron. II. Title.
BV4501.3.B7524 2005
248.4dc22
2005004361

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On behalf of both of us, we would like to thank our wives, Vonette Bright and Mary Jenson, for co-laboring with us in life and ministry all these years.

Thank you to Matt Jenson (Rons son) and Mary Jenson, for their hours of contribution to the content and format of this book. You are bright lights out there.

We are very grateful for the hard work and editorial advice from our literary representative, Janet K. Grant.

And thank you, Helmut Teichert, chief operating officer of the Bright Media Foundation, for working with us on behalf of the Bright family.

And I (Ron) want to thank you, Bill, for teaching me how to glow in the dark as a college student and encouraging, supporting, and believing in me through your words, actions, and stunning model of faith.

Cant You Just Picture It?

What do you think of when you hear the name Nobel?

Most people think of the Nobel Peace Prize. Of course! The very mention of the name brings thoughts of world peace and honoring the planets outstanding peacemakers. Think about the profound, ongoing impact of that coveted award!

But it wasnt always that way. Not at all. In fact, that name association wouldnt come until later in the life of Alfred Nobel. For most of his life, he was known for something very, very different.

At the height of Alfreds business success, his older brother died. By mistake a French newspaper printed Alfreds obituary instead of his brothers. In essence, the article read, Alfred Nobel passed away yesterday. He made his millions by creating weapons of mass destruction for the annihilation of mankind.

It was only too true. Nobel invented, manufactured, and distributed dynamite and other explosives, sending his products all over the world. He had made his money exactly as the newspaper reported.