The David Spoon Experience

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The David Spoon Experience Podcast. Local, National, AND Heavenly Talk. It's a cross between Steve Martin, Sean Hannity, and Focus on the Family!

  1. 15H AGO

    02-12-2026 PART 3: Growing Beyond Division: From “I” to “We” in Christ

    Section 1 Returning to 1 Corinthians 3, the tone is direct and unapologetic. Paul addresses the believers as brothers, affirming their salvation, yet he calls them infants in Christ because of their behavior. He makes it clear that jealousy and dissension are not minor personality quirks but marks of worldliness. When believers compete, compare, or fracture over loyalties, they are walking “in the way of men” rather than in the Spirit. Paul is not soft in his rebuke. He identifies their division as spiritual immaturity that is stunting their growth. Milk was necessary at first, but they should have moved on to solid food. Instead, they remain stuck because pride and rivalry keep them processing life through a worldly lens. Spiritual growth is hindered not by lack of information but by the presence of jealousy and factionalism. Section 2 The division takes shape in slogans: “I follow Paul,” “I follow Apollos.” Paul exposes the absurdity of attaching identity to human leaders instead of Christ. The problem is not appreciation for teachers; it is elevating them into competing banners. The Christian walk was never designed to be an “I” movement but a “we” family. Scripture teaches that we know we have passed from death to life because we love the brethren, not just the brethren in our preferred circle. Differences in eschatology, worship style, church background, or denominational heritage do not nullify the shared gospel. The central question remains simple and biblical: do they believe Jesus Christ died, was buried, and rose again according to 1 Corinthians 15? If so, they belong to the same redeemed family. Unity does not require uniformity; it requires shared allegiance to Christ and humility toward one another. Section 3 The message presses forward with urgency and realism. When persecution intensifies, believers will not be checking doctrinal fine print before standing together. The blood of Jesus, not stylistic or secondary differences, defines fellowship. Spiritual gifts, worship approaches, and personal convictions may vary, but the foundation is singular. Moses veiled his face after being in God’s presence, a reminder of the transforming power of closeness with Him. That same transformative presence should shape how believers treat one another. Growth in Christ means moving from rivalry to relationship, from pride to partnership, from “I” to “we.” The Church is called to pray together, rejoice together, weep together, and stand together. That unity is not sentimental; it is rooted in the gospel itself. The issue of fellowship has always been, and will always be, the blood of Jesus Christ.

    27 min

  2. 15H AGO

    02-12-2026 PART 2: Growing Up in Christ: Unity Over Division and Milk Before Meat

    Section 1 Paul opens 1 Corinthians 3 with striking clarity, addressing the believers in Corinth not as unbelievers, but as brothers. He does not question their salvation; he questions their maturity. Their justification is secure through the blood of Jesus Christ, yet their sanctification—their growth into Christlikeness—is stunted. Scripture presents salvation as a threefold reality: justification removes the penalty of sin, sanctification shapes believers into the image of Jesus, and glorification will one day remove sin’s presence entirely. Paul is not attacking their standing before God; he is confronting their lack of spiritual development. Calling them infants in Christ is not cruelty, but honesty. They belong to Christ, yet they are functioning like spiritual babies, unable to receive deeper instruction because they have not matured beyond foundational truths. Section 2 The milk-versus-solid-food metaphor reinforces this diagnosis. Babies require milk; adults can handle substance. Paul explains that he gave them milk because they were not ready for meat—and they still are not ready. The problem is not passion, boldness, or personality; it is immaturity expressed through division. Claiming allegiance to Paul, Apollos, Cephas, or even declaring “I am of Christ” as a divisive badge misses the heart of the gospel. Differences among believers—background, tribe, temperament, or theological emphasis—do not justify fragmentation. Just as Israel consisted of twelve tribes yet remained one nation, and just as husband and wife are distinct yet unified, the Church is called to unity without uniformity. Division rooted in preference or pride reflects childish thinking, not spiritual growth. Section 3 Paul’s correction anticipates his later teaching in 1 Corinthians 13, where maturity is defined by love and the putting away of childish things. As the return of Jesus Christ approaches, Scripture warns that love will grow cold and division will increase. Immaturity fractures fellowship; maturity protects it. Christians are not asked to abandon conviction or identity, but to anchor both in the Word of God and the unity of the Spirit. The Church must resist the temptation to separate over secondary differences or align with cultural pressures that dilute truth. Paul’s message is timeless and urgent: grow up. Move beyond spiritual infancy. Pursue maturity that expresses itself through humility, unity, and love. Salvation is secure, but growth is necessary, and the health of the Church depends upon believers choosing unity over ego and maturity over division.

    26 min

  3. 16H AGO

    02-12-2026 PART 1: God’s Sovereignty in Judgment and the Urgency of Being Sealed

    Section 1 This teaching begins with important clarification regarding Revelation and the three primary millennial views: amillennial, premillennial, and postmillennial. Rather than treating these perspectives as battle lines, the emphasis is on the spiritual value each offers the Church. Amillennialism teaches endurance. Premillennialism cultivates expectancy for the return of Jesus Christ. Postmillennialism encourages kingdom advancement and faithful occupation until He comes. None of these viewpoints overturn the central truth of Revelation: God wins. The goal is not to argue symbols or insist on one narrow framework, but to prepare hearts for faithfulness, readiness, and humility. Calvary is the hill to die on, not the finer mechanics of prophetic imagery. Section 2 Revelation 9 then describes the locust-like creatures with scorpion-like torment, commanded to harm only those without the seal of God. This detail is striking. Nature is spared in this judgment; humanity bears the brunt. Romans 8 reminds us that creation itself groans for redemption. It did not introduce sin—humanity did. God’s judgments are never random. They are precise, measured, and intentional. Even the five-month period reflects limitation, not chaos. Judgment falls specifically upon those who have rejected Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son, the only mediator between God and man. The imagery of stinging and torment underscores consequence, not cruelty. Just as Egypt’s long oppression of Israel preceded a single day of divine judgment, God’s actions remain proportionate and purposeful. Mercy is still visible in limitation, even within wrath. Section 3 The seal becomes the defining contrast. One seal represents divine ownership and protection; another mark later identifies rebellion. Those sealed belong to God and are spared. Whether interpreted literally or symbolically, the message is unmistakable: God protects His own. This fuels both comfort and urgency. Comfort, because believers rest in the security of redemption purchased by the blood of Jesus. Urgency, because those without the seal face judgment they cannot escape. The passage motivates prayer, evangelism, and clarity about the true Jesus—not a cultural substitute, but the biblical Savior. Revelation does not exist to provoke speculation alone; it compels faithfulness. Sheep and goats will be separated. The call is to pray, proclaim truth, and trust that God’s sovereignty governs both mercy and judgment with perfect precision.

    28 min

  4. 1D AGO

    02-11-2026 PART 3: Setting Our Minds on Heaven and Living by Faith

    Section 1 This teaching returns intentionally to Colossians 3:1–2 as a foundational verse for the year, emphasizing its central role in shaping perspective and daily living. Since believers have been raised with Christ, they are commanded to set their hearts and minds on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. That position is not passive; Jesus is actively interceding for His people. To seek the things above is to set the mind there deliberately. Faith becomes the governing lens, echoing 2 Corinthians 5:7: we walk by faith, not by sight. Christianity often feels upside down to the world—believing before seeing, giving to receive, dying to live—but that inversion is the pathway to true life. Limiting vision to the natural world limits solutions to the natural realm. When Jesus is placed in the center of the picture, perspective changes everything. Section 2 The call to walk by faith is reinforced through 2 Corinthians 4:16–18, which teaches that outward decline is paired with inward renewal. Present troubles are described as light and momentary compared to the eternal glory being prepared. The contrast is dramatic and deliberate. What is seen is temporary; what is unseen is eternal. Fixing our eyes on what cannot yet be seen requires intentional faith, but it prevents discouragement and loss of heart. Hebrews 11 affirms that faithful people welcomed God’s promises from a distance, understanding they were strangers on earth and citizens of a better country. God is not ashamed to be called their God because they lived oriented toward eternity. Storing treasures in heaven, as Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount, is not optional spirituality but essential kingdom living. Section 3 This perspective directly confronts fear. God has not given a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind—safe, biblical thinking shaped by truth. When believers operate only from earthly perspective, fear multiplies. When they recalibrate their thinking through Scripture, peace and clarity return. Saving our brains means choosing faith-filled lenses rather than natural-only reasoning. The destination, not merely the journey, defines Christian hope. Eternity with God outweighs every present burden, no matter how heavy it feels. The invitation is urgent and hopeful: reset your focus, set your mind above, trust God’s Word, and live anchored in the unseen reality that will outlast every visible struggle.

    27 min

  5. 1D AGO

    02-11-2026 PART 2: Save Our Brains: Setting Our Minds Where Christ Is

    Section 1 This message centers on what could be called a personal Armageddon—the war between our ears. The real battle is not primarily political or cultural, but mental and spiritual. Influences of darkness press constantly against the light of truth, and perspective determines which voice gains ground. “Save Our Brains” is not about positive thinking, but about biblical thinking. A sound mind, as described in 2 Timothy 1:7, is safe thinking—thinking rooted in God’s truth rather than emotional reaction or cultural noise. Truth breaks the power of lies, and lies are what place people into bondage. Jesus declared that knowing the truth brings freedom, but that freedom requires continual alignment of our minds with God’s Word and His love. Section 2 Colossians 3:1–2 provides the corrective lens for distorted perspective: set your heart and mind on things above, not on earthly things. Much of human struggle comes from tunnel vision—focusing on a three-inch corner of a five-by-five painting and mistaking it for the whole picture. Earthly focus magnifies fear, grief, and self-centered interpretation, while heavenly focus reframes everything within eternity. Robo’s call about his cousin Jerry illustrates this shift beautifully. Grief is real and permitted, yet when perspective widens, sorrow is held alongside hope. A believer going home to the Lord is not ultimate loss, but ultimate gain. Being “too heavenly minded” is not a flaw; it is faith in action. When minds are set above, earthly pain is not denied, but it is properly placed within God’s greater story. Section 3 The conversation underscores that perspective is not automatic; it is chosen. Feelings are valid, but they cannot lead unchecked. Biblical thinking means filtering emotions through truth, remembering that eternity dwarfs temporary suffering. Setting the mind on things above does not remove grief, unemployment, illness, or hardship, but it rescales them. God’s kingdom, Christ seated at the right hand of the Father, and the promise of eternal life become the dominant frame. This is how believers walk in freedom—not by pretending difficulty does not exist, but by refusing to let it define reality. To save our brains is to continually reset them to God’s vantage point, allowing His truth to govern our thoughts, steady our hearts, and keep us anchored in hope that reaches beyond this world.

    27 min

  6. 1D AGO

    02-11-2026 PART 1: The King Who Reigns, Protects, and Redeems

    Section 1 Psalm 72 continues to unfold the majestic vision of the coming King, a reign marked by endless peace and universal authority. Solomon’s words move beyond his own limited kingship and point directly to King Jesus, the descendant of David whose rule will never end. The declaration that all kings will bow before Him and all nations will serve Him echoes the promise found in Philippians 2, where every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. This is not political optimism or national pride; it is divine certainty. No government, culture, academic institution, or media force ultimately governs the earth. The earth belongs to the Lord, and all authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Jesus. Revelation affirms that people from every tribe and language stand before Him, reminding believers that God’s kingdom is global, sovereign, and unstoppable. Section 2 The psalmist then reveals the heart of this King’s reign: He delivers the needy, spares the poor, helps those with no defender, and redeems lives from oppression and violence. This is not sentimental language but covenantal commitment. God does not disregard the poor; He esteems faith above wealth and declares the poor of this world rich in faith. Needy simply means those who have need, and Scripture consistently shows that God responds to such cries. Jesus is the Redeemer who purchases people back with His blood, proving their worth in His sight. Their lives are precious to Him. While believers may feel battered by financial pressure, relational conflict, or cultural storms, safety ultimately belongs to the Lord. He is the protector who calmed the waves, lifted Peter from sinking, and remains attentive to every storm His people face. Section 3 The teaching closes by calling believers to anchor their hope firmly in Jesus Christ. Governments rise and fall, voices grow loud and fade, and cultural winds shift constantly, but God remains in charge. Scripture repeatedly affirms that He rules over kingdoms and appoints authority according to His purposes. Nothing He allows is empty; everything carries divine purpose. Though circumstances may feel overwhelming, hope in Jesus acts as an anchor to the soul, preventing believers from being blown apart by fear or confusion. Emmanuel means God with us, and Jesus promised to be with His followers always. The invitation is steady and reassuring: remember who reigns, remember who loves you, remember who stands with you, and live anchored in the unshakable truth that the King who redeems also protects and governs all things with wisdom and love.

    28 min

  7. 2D AGO

    02-10-2026 PART 3: Bound Together by the Blood: Fellowship, Generosity, and the Unity of the Church

    Section 1 This teaching highlights Paul’s deep affection for believers he has not yet met face to face, revealing the extraordinary bond that exists among Christians through the Holy Spirit and the blood of Jesus Christ. Writing to the Romans, Paul expresses eagerness to visit them after completing his work in other regions, demonstrating that fellowship in Christ transcends geography, time, and personal familiarity. Even without direct relationships, there is a spiritual resonance that connects believers who share the same faith. This connection mirrors how modern believers feel close to teachers, pastors, and fellow Christians they may never meet, yet deeply know through shared truth and spiritual unity. The family of God is uniquely formed not by proximity or frequency of interaction, but by God Himself, who joins His people into one body destined for eternity together. Section 2 Paul’s plan to delay his visit to Rome in order to deliver aid to the struggling believers in Jerusalem becomes a powerful testimony of genuine Christian maturity. The offering collected by believers in Greece was not motivated by denominational alignment, obligation, or recognition, but by compassion for suffering brothers and sisters. This act of generosity crosses cultural, geographic, and organizational lines, reflecting the true heart of the Church. The believers in Greece felt the hardship of those in Jerusalem because they understood themselves to be one family. This is what it means to be united in Christ: when one part suffers, all feel the pain. Their giving was immediate, joyful, and sincere, demonstrating faith that moves beyond words into sacrificial action that honors God and blesses His people. Section 3 The teaching concludes by calling believers to embrace this same spirit of unity, generosity, and shared responsibility today. Paul’s example reveals that the Church is meant to function as a living testimony to the world, marked by love that acts, gives, and responds without hesitation. True Christian giving cannot be outdone by God, because it reflects His own generous nature. When believers live as blood relatives through Christ, supporting one another across distances and differences, the gospel shines with unmistakable clarity. This unity is not manufactured by committees or programs, but maintained through the Holy Spirit, as urged in Ephesians. The message is clear and compelling: the Church is strongest when it remembers who it is, lives out genuine fellowship, and allows God’s love to flow freely through generosity that reflects the heart of Christ.

    26 min

  8. 2D AGO

    02-10-2026 PART 2: When God’s Delays Reveal His Greater Design

    Section 1 This conversation opens with Rosalyn sharing a hopeful and steady update following her PET scan and oncology appointment. Although the tumor has not shrunk, it remains stable, which creates a real and viable opportunity for surgical removal. Rather than despair, the tone is marked by gratitude, trust, and confidence in God’s timing. The stability itself is received as mercy and provision, opening the door to next steps that may lead to healing. The prayer that follows reflects biblical community in action, inviting listeners everywhere to share the burden, just as the Good Samaritan did. Faith is not passive here; it is active, communal, and anchored in the belief that God is coordinating every detail, including doctors, timing, strength, and peace. The posture throughout is clear: trust God, ask boldly, and rest in His authority rather than human outcomes. Section 2 The teaching then beautifully connects Rosalyn’s testimony to Scripture, illustrating how what appears delayed from a human perspective is often precisely aligned with God’s purpose. The discussion highlights how being in Houston longer than expected led directly to the formation of a Bible study that may not have existed otherwise. What seemed like lost time becomes redeemed time. This theme is reinforced through biblical examples, including Saul searching for donkeys while God was preparing him to be king, and Paul’s delayed visit to Rome because God had other gospel work for him to accomplish first. Human plans move forward with limited sight, but God’s plans unfold with eternal vision. The tapestry metaphor is revisited to show how confusion on the backside makes sense only when seen from God’s side. Delay is not denial; it is often divine redirection. Section 3 The teaching closes by anchoring these lived experiences directly in Romans 15, where Paul openly acknowledges that his plans were altered by God’s greater mission. The message expands to show how even the enemy misunderstands God’s purposes, using the crucifixion of Jesus as the ultimate example of apparent defeat becoming eternal victory. What Satan intended for destruction, God used for salvation. The same pattern appears throughout Scripture, from Balaam’s curse turning into blessing, to Saul the persecutor becoming Paul the apostle. God consistently transforms human “uh-ohs” into divine “wows.” The encouragement is steady and hope-filled: trust God’s timing, submit plans to His will, and remember that even when outcomes seem unclear, God is always working with clarity, purpose, and redemptive power for those who love Him.

    27 min
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