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Spencer Coffman
Born
Spencer Coffman

June, 1992
Alexandria, Minnesota, United States
Occupation(s)author, minister
Websitespencercoffman.com
socialmediaministries.com

Spencer Coffman is an American apostle, preacher, author, and speaker. Renowned for his expertise in sharing the word of God, deception detection, and community service, he founded Social Media Ministries and has authored a number of books.[1]

Early Life and Education

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[2]Spencer Coffman was born on Father’s Day in 1992 in Alexandria, Minnesota. His early life was shaped by health challenges, which he overcame through a strict naturopathic diet and disciplined lifestyle. By the age of 14, Spencer’s health had dramatically improved, enabling him to live medication-free.

Spencer excelled academically, homeschooling from age 11 and earning diplomas in Professional and Advanced Locksmithing by age 14. He graduated high school within a year and a half and received an Associate of Science degree in Individualized Professional Studies and a Diploma in Concrete Masonry from Alexandria Technical College by the age of 17 and is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society.

At Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), Spencer pursued dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Philosophy, graduating Summa Cum Laude and Magna Cum Laude, in 2012. He is a member of the Psi Chi International Honor Society and was recognized for his research, including his psychology thesis, Facial Expression: The Ability to Distinguish Between Enjoyment and Non-Enjoyment Smiles, published in the Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research.[3]

In an effort to further his education and travel the world, in 2013, Spencer Coffman became certified to teach English at the elementary and advanced level by the American TESOL Institute. Unfortunately, due to the wars in the Middle East, Spencer never traveled abroad to teach.

Career

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Spencer began his career working for the American TESOL Institute helping them create coursework, syllabi, and lesson plans. He later worked at a treatment facility for troubled youth, where he easily earned the respect of residents but faced resistance from jealous colleagues. This experience shaped his advocacy for humane treatment of at-risk individuals.

While working with the youth, he volunteered at a local food pantry. After about a year, the director retired and Spencer was strongly encouraged to apply for the job. He received it and was responsible for distributing nearly a million pounds of food to some 47,500 people in need each year as well as overseeing 1,500 volunteers annually.[4]

Spencer eventually resigned and transitioned to self-employment after facing challenges with the board of directors. He undertook various ventures such as handyman services, selling on eBay, affiliate marketing, and online education.

In 2015, Spencer authored A Guide to Deception, a guide on understanding body language and detecting lies. He also developed an online presence through YouTube and other platforms, sharing his expertise and promoting education.

Podcasts

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Spencer Coffman has hosted several podcasts [5]including: “The Social Media Ministries Podcast” which is a Bible-based sermon delivered each week. "The Ministry Minute Podcast" which provides a Bible verse each day with application to everyday life. "30 Second Deception Tips" telling listeners how to spot lies. "The Deception Tips Podcast" which offers more details on detecting deception. "Body Talk" on nonverbal communication. His podcasts are available on popular platforms including iTunes, Spotify, and Amazon Music.

Guest Podcasts & Radio Appearances

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Spencer Coffman has been featured as a guest on various podcasts and radio shows,[6] including The (Secular) Barbershop Podcast on December 14, 2017[7], and AM 1490 KXRA Open Line on November 6, 2015[8], sharing insights on deception detection and his professional expertise.

Ministry

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Spencer Coffman has always remained active in his local church serving to help with service projects, local outreach, ushering, and additional volunteer opportunities.

In 2021, Spencer founded Social Media Ministries,[9] a ministry whose mission is to use social media to present the living word of God to as many people as possible and to help them understand and interpret the Scriptures in the Bible.[10] [11] They have been featured in the news on several occasions.[12]

Discography

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Spencer has created several songs as a hobby and is a published music artist.[13]

Trance[14]
Ambiance[15]
Unplugged[16]

Personal Life

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Spencer Coffman is married and remains deeply involved in community service, volunteering at local organizations and participating in church activities. Outside of his professional work, Coffman enjoys DIY projects, creating videos for his YouTube Channels,[17] and engaging in activities that promote personal well-being.

Legacy and Impact

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Spencer Coffman’s work has left a lasting impact in multiple domains, from psychology and education to community service and ministry. His research, writing, and advocacy have inspired individuals to develop self-awareness, navigate deception, and lead fulfilling lives.

Awards and Recognitions

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Throughout his career, Spencer Coffman has received numerous accolades for his academic achievements and professional contributions.

Academic Honors

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He has been recognized for his academic excellence with several prestigious honors. Spencer received the President's Award for Educational Excellence in 2005 and was published in the 2008 Who’s Who Registry for Academic Excellence (Volume I, Page 63).[18]

Spencer went through the Cubbies, Sparks, Truth And Training, Junior Varsity, and Varsity AWANA (Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed) programs. In 2005, Spencer received the Timothy Award for memorizing over 350 T&T verses reaching a total of over 800 Bible verses.[19]

In 2008, he received the Meritorious Award for memorizing an additional 400 Bible verses. And in 2009 he received the highest AWANA award, the Citation, for memorizing a grand total of over 1,600 Bible verses!

At Alexandria Technical College Spencer earned a spot on the Dean’s List every semester and received membership in the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, an acknowledgment of his outstanding academic achievements and leadership.

At Minnesota State University Moorhead, he was on the Dean’s List every semester and received membership in the Psi Chi International Honor Society, recognized for his exceptional contributions to psychological research and academic performance.

SkillsUSA Recognition

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In 2010, Spencer excelled in concrete masonry, earning 2nd place in the local SkillsUSA masonry competition hosted by Alexandria Technical College. He advanced to the state masonry competition where he earned 1st place at the SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference.[20] [21]This achievement earned him a trip to the National Skills USA Championship in Kansas City, Missouri,[22] where he received 8th place for his brick and block laying abilities.[23] [24]

Boy Scouts of America

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Spencer Coffman’s achievement as an Eagle Scout,[25] [26]the highest rank in Boy Scouts, highlights his dedication to service and leadership. He completed over 500 hours of volunteer service, contributing to a variety of service projects and community initiatives. This distinction not only reflects his commitment to personal growth and community involvement but also underscores his ability to inspire and lead by example.

Books

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The Twelve Apostles: A Social Media Ministries Sermon Series.[27]
The Gospel of The Kailedy.[28]
The End-Times Prophecy: A Social Media Ministries Sermon Series.[29]
Noble Character: The Importance of a Proverbs 31 Woman in Your Marriage.[30]
Deception Tips: 101 Cues to Detecting Deception Revised and Expanded.[31]
Start Affiliate Marketing: How To Build Your Business from The Ground Up.[32]
Money God’s Way: Rich or Poor It’s Up to You.[33]
The Twelve Apostles: The World’s Most Known-About Christians.[34]
Find Us on Pinterest: 5 Steps to Creating an Effective Pinterest Presence.[35]
Deception Tips: 101 Cues To Detecting Deception[36]
Two Sets Of Ten: A Closer Look At The Ten Commandments.[37]
The End-Times Prophecy: A Biblical Study On What's To Come.[38]
YouTube Takeover: How You Can Grow Your YouTube Channel Into A Regular Income.[39]
365 Days of Devotion for Everyone.[40]
More Facebook Everything: Likes Shares Comments Friends Followers.[41]
Affiliate Marketing Expert: How to Make Money Affiliate Marketing.[42]
A Healthier You!: 101 Powerful Tips for A Fitter Healthier You.[43]
Work Less Live More: 101 Productivity Tips For Getting Things Done So You Can Live Free.[44]
Relax And Unwind: How To Organize and Declutter Your Life.[45]
A Guide to Deception.[46]


References

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  1. ^ "Books by Author Spencer Coffman". Spencer Coffman Official Website. 22 April 2016.
  2. ^ "My Story". Spencer Coffman Official Website. 28 November 2016.
  3. ^ Coffman, Spencer (2013). "Facial Expression: The Ability to Distinguish Between Enjoyment and Nonenjoyment Smiles". Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research. 18 (2): 82–91. doi:10.24839/2164-8204.JN18.2.82.
  4. ^ "Beyond Scouting For Food". Eagle's Call. 2015.
  5. ^ "Spencer Coffman Podcasts". Spencer Coffman Official Website. 4 January 2018.
  6. ^ "Spencer Coffman Guest Podcast". Spencer Coffman Official Website. 15 December 2017.
  7. ^ The Secular Barbershop. "The (Secular) Barbershop Welcomes Spencer Coffman". Spreaker. iHeart Radio.
  8. ^ AM 1490 KXRA Radio (15 December 2017). "Open Line". KXRA.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  9. ^ "Minnesota David Invests All To Fight Social Media Goliath". Social Media Ministries. 22 August 2023.
  10. ^ "Mission". Social Media Ministries. 5 September 2021.
  11. ^ Cannon, Bradley (October 26, 2023). "Psi Chi Alumni Spencer Coffman Shares Experiences and Advice on Founding a Religious Nonprofit". Psi Chi Blog.
  12. ^ "In The News". Social Media Ministries. 13 October 2023.
  13. ^ "Music by Spencer Coffman". Spencer Coffman Official Website. 21 September 2016.
  14. ^ Coffman, Spencer (May 30, 2018). Trance. Coffman Records.
  15. ^ Coffman, Spencer (May 30, 2016). Ambiance. Coffman Records.
  16. ^ Coffman, Spencer (December 4, 2015). Unplugged. Coffman Records.
  17. ^ "Spencer Coffman YouTube Channels". Spencer Coffman Official Website. 21 May 2020.
  18. ^ Who's Who Registry of Academic Excellence. Volume 1: American Who's Who Association. 2007–2008. p. 63. ISSN 1935-5378.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location (link)
  19. ^ "Evangelical Church Presents AWANA Awards". Alexandria Echo Press. 2005.
  20. ^ "2010 Skills USA Secondary Winners Bracket" (PDF). Minnesota Skills USA. Skills USA.
  21. ^ "ATC Students Compete In Skills USA". Alexandria Echo Press. 2010.
  22. ^ Polz, Jennifer (June 30, 2010). "America's Highly Skilled Work Force Meets In Kansas City". Skills USA Minnesota.
  23. ^ "2010 Skills USA Alex Tech Concrete Masonry Winners". Alexandria Technical College. 2010.
  24. ^ "ATCC Students Earn Awards at National SkillsUSA Competition". Alexandria Technical Community College. 2010.
  25. ^ Ronhovde, Gina (November 29, 2007). "Coffman Earns Eagle Scout Rank With Buckthorn Removal Project At Kensington Runestone Park". The Hoffman Tribune.
  26. ^ "Coffman completes Scout project at Kensington Runestone Park". Alexandria Echo Press. November 2007.
  27. ^ Coffman, Spencer (December 9, 2024). The Twelve Apostles: A Social Media Ministries Sermon Series. ISBN 979-8-3455522-6-1.
  28. ^ Coffman, Spencer (May 6, 2024). The Gospel of the Kailedy. ISBN 979-8-3211066-5-5.
  29. ^ Coffman, Spencer (January 22, 2024). The End-Times Prophecy: A Social Media Ministries Sermon Series. ISBN 979-8-8732317-6-8.
  30. ^ Coffman, Spencer (August 1, 2023). Noble Character: The Importance of a Proverbs 31 Woman In Your Marriage. Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp. ISBN 979-8-8513472-6-9.
  31. ^ Coffman, Spencer (January 2, 2019). Deception Tips: Revised And Expanded. Amazon Digital Services LLC - KDP Print US. ISBN 978-1-7294309-0-3.
  32. ^ Coffman, Spencer (April 6, 2018). Start Affiliate Marketing: How To Build Your Business from The Ground Up. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-9866696-0-3.
  33. ^ Coffman, Spencer (March 26, 2018). Money God's Way: Rich or Poor It's Up to You. ISBN 979-8-6523282-8-3.
  34. ^ Coffman, Spencer (March 5, 2018). The Twelve Apostles: The World's Most Known-About Christians. ISBN 979-8-6087749-7-3.
  35. ^ Coffman, Spencer (February 2, 2018). Find Us on Pinterest: 5 Steps to Creating an Effective Pinterest Presence. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-9814918-5-8.
  36. ^ Coffman, Spencer (January 5, 2018). Deception Tips: 101 Cues To Detecting Deception. ISBN 978-1-3701947-9-7.
  37. ^ Coffman, Spencer (September 29, 2017). Two Sets Of Ten: A Closer Look At The Ten Commandments. ISBN 979-8-6522635-0-8.
  38. ^ Coffman, Spencer (July 20, 2017). The End-Times Prophecy: A Biblical Study On What's To Come. ISBN 979-8-6512338-9-2.
  39. ^ Coffman, Spencer (August 9, 2017). YouTube Takeover: How You Can Grow Your YouTube Channel Into A Regular Income. ISBN 978-1-9738284-5-7.
  40. ^ Coffman, Spencer (October 21, 2016). 365 Days of Devotion for Everyone. ISBN 978-1-6352568-4-0.
  41. ^ Coffman, Spencer (October 14, 2016). More Facebook Everything: Likes Shares Comments Friends Followers. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-5480926-3-4.
  42. ^ Coffman, Spencer (June 24, 2016). Affiliate Marketing Expert: How to Make Money Affiliate Marketing. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-5471945-7-5.
  43. ^ Coffman, Spencer (May 24, 2016). A Healthier You!: 101 Powerful Tips for A Fitter Healthier You. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-5466180-9-6.
  44. ^ Coffman, Spencer (April 21, 2016). Work Less Live More: 101 Productivity Tips For Getting Things Done So You Can Live Free. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-15449013-0-5.
  45. ^ Coffman, Spencer (March 25, 2016). Relax And Unwind: How To Organize and Declutter Your Life. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-5442643-0-1.
  46. ^ Coffman, Spencer (September 23, 2015). A Guide To Deception. Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp. ISBN 978-0-9968562-0-1.
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