Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
1) Once again, the “David Spoon Experience” takes a dramatic turn. Today’s show focuses on three distinct components. First, David emphasizes the importance for believers to stay focused on their spiritual goals. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the distractions of politics, culture, Hollywood, academia, and other areas that often seem disconnected from God. The crucial aspect is not to lose sight of the faithfulness of the Almighty in every aspect of our lives.2) Next, we have a thought-provoking question from Roslyn. She's wondering how to surrender her struggles to God while keeping her faith strong. It's a challenge many of us face. David, as always, provides practical and scriptural approaches to help us progress without feeling overwhelmed.3) Later, we have a heartfelt request from Samson, who's struggling to maintain his steadfastness and faithfulness. He's a believer, but like many of us, he’s facing some practical issues. Let's all join in prayer for him.4) Shortly thereafter, David receives a call from his friend Noah in San Diego. Noah shares that it’s his birthday and he has decided to start the day with gratitude rather than complaints. This segues into the show’s conclusion, where David prays for Noah and encourages everyone to always remember the attitude of gratitude.
4 days ago
4 days ago
A) Welcome to a unique show about "The David Spoon Experience." Today's show centers around David interviewing Cally Logan. To get more information about Cally Logan, you can go to www.CallyLogan.com. Cally is a phenomenal Christian sister who believes that God has created everybody to be an excellent fit as a part of the mosaic of the Kingdom of God. B) She's also very passionate about believers being authentic. The closer you get to Jesus, the more you understand who you really are, which is an excellent way to understand the connection between the Creator and His creation, which means "you."C) On Cally's website, you can access some of the books that she's written and connect to some of the appearances that she'll be having up and coming. You will also have the opportunity to donate to her ministry. Understanding new and emerging ministries in the Kingdom of God is critical for all of us so that we can join the struggles of one another by praying for one another (see Romans 15:30 and 2 Corinthians 1:10).
5 days ago
5 days ago
1) First, this is going to be a powerful message, and it will also be challenging. The principle essentially comes from Job chapter 33 verse 15: "He speaks in dreams, in visions of the night, when deep sleep falls on people as they lie in their beds." These are often a form of teaching from the Lord. Of course, I'm not talking about the dreams that come from eating too many tacos. I'm talking about the dreams that, upon waking, we know God has spoken to us. These don't happen often, but when they do, they make an impact on our lives. 2)Next, I'm going to share a dreams that I had. The teaching dreams are ways for God to direct our steps in drawing closer to Him, to trust Him more, and to depend on Him more.3) It should be noted that sometimes when the Lord speaks to us and teaches us through dreams, it's hard to hear. In other words, not all the dreams that we have from the Lord are Skittles and rainbows.
5 days ago
5 days ago
A) God desires truth in the innermost being. This is significant because God examines a person’s heart, not their outward appearance. It’s crucial to realize that honesty with ourselves and with God is at the heart of redemption and restoration. If you seek restoration from the Lord, honesty is key.B) What’s remarkable is that David then links this honesty with divine communication. If we’re truthful in our innermost being, God will commune with us there and guide us on the right path. He will help us understand wisdom in our deepest self. This is why belief in Jesus is essential.C) David pleads, “Purge me with hyssop, and I will be clean.” Hyssop is an herb associated with purification and cleansing. Here, David uses it symbolically to represent the cleansing of his soul or inner self. This reference is derived from the Spirit-Filled Life Bible study notes.
6 days ago
6 days ago
1) Prepare for some mind-blowing insights. We delve back into Romans, Chapter 4, Verse 9, where Apostle Paul poses a question: Is the Lord's blessing only for the Jews, or is it also for the Gentiles? He answers this by referencing Abraham, who was declared righteous by his faith. Abraham was not yet "Jewish" in the traditional sense. It was his faith that justified him, with circumcision to follow.2) Paul further defends his argument by stating that Abraham was declared righteous before he was circumcised. This is crucial to understand. It was his faith that led to his declaration of righteousness. The circumcision was an affirmation of the faith, but the faith was already present, and the righteousness was already declared.3) In Romans Chapter 4, Verse 11, the Apostle states that the circumcision ceremony was a sign that Abraham already had faith, and that God had already accepted him and declared him to be righteous, all before circumcision. Therefore, Abraham is the spiritual father of every person who has faith, whether they are Jewish or Gentile.4) The rest of the verse declares that individuals are made right with God by faith. Abraham is the spiritual father of those who have been circumcised, but also of those who have faith like Abraham did before he was circumcised. However, it cannot be a fake or fleeting faith. It must be a continual faith like Abraham's. It must be the same kind of faith, one that says, "I believe," and then receives the promise 25 years later. Claiming we have faith and expecting God to act within our timeframe is at odds with the true power and effectiveness of faith. If we have faith, we believe all the way around - whenever, wherever, and, however.
6 days ago
6 days ago
A) Peter tells them that Jesus does pay the temple tax, which is ironic because there's nowhere else where Jesus has indicated he does. So Peter's forwardness causes him to answer the question, which wouldn't even be accurate. His motive was probably good in the sense that he's defending Jesus, but it was still highly inaccurate. After saying what he said, he figured he better square it away with Jesus, so he talked to him about it.B) Jesus makes it quite clear to Peter that he is indebted to no one regarding the temple or any kind of owed ticket simply because this temple is his house. He is the king. He is its owner, and he doesn't have to pay taxes to himself. But here comes the fish story, one of the greats of all time. "Go to the lake, throw out the line. You’ll find a coin in a fish. Take it and pay the tax for us."C) Three inescapable truths emerge out of this. One is the miraculous provision of financial grace in the situation. Number two, that miracle still required Peter to be involved in doing something. And number three, that fish, who had no idea whatsoever that he would become famous among fishes, becomes the eternal fish in the waters. That's pretty cool.
7 days ago
7 days ago
1) The next portion, starting in Genesis chapter 4:8, teaches us a valuable series of lessons, one excellent and the other not so much. Verse eight begins with Cain suggesting to his brother Abel to go out into the field. It seemed innocent enough. "Let's go take a walk and check out the field. Who knows? Maybe we can see something cool," Cain said. But that was not Cain's true intention. What Cain was planning was to kill his brother. It was merely a ruse to lure him into a trap, indicating that people have been attempting to trap others since the very beginning.2) All because of sin, Cain attacks Abel and kills him. This isn't the first-time death has touched the planet. Adam and Eve died spiritually when they sinned. But this is the first time that death has not been attached to a natural lifespan. This should serve as a cautionary tale of how far sin can lead a person.3) The next element is almost chilling. The Lord confronts Cain and asks him, "Where is your brother? Where is Abel?" Of course, the Lord knows where he is, but He is holding Cain accountable. Everyone who sins, from Adam to the last human being, will give an account. But what does Cain do? Essentially the same thing that Adam and Eve did. He evades, he shifts the blame. He doesn't pin it on anyone else, because he can't. But he simply says, "I'm not responsible. I didn't do it. It's not my fault." Denial is not just a river in Egypt.4) Verse 10 in Genesis chapter 4 speaks hope, though many may not realize it. Because of this, the Lord tells Cain, "Your brother's blood cries out to me from the ground." Even though Abel is dead, he's still speaking to God. His blood is calling out to God for something that happened that never should have and was never intended to. And God's response is directly connected to Abel's outcry. This tells us there's life after death, right at the beginning of the Bible. But it also tells us that the blood of one who has been hurt often cries out for vengeance, not for grace and mercy. It's a good thing for us that Jesus's cry was different from that of Abel's.
7 days ago
7 days ago
1) As we delve into **2nd Timothy, chapter 3 verse 1**, we comprehend this truth: in the last days, perilous times will come. The term 'perilous' pertains to times of stress. It's fair to say that we are indeed in such times currently, and the stress seems to be escalating with each passing week. However, this should also indicate to us that the end is nearer and our redemption is drawing closer. Instead of fearing what is to come, we stand firm as children of the King of the Universe.
Friday May 10, 2024
The David Spoon Experience 5-10-24 part 2
Friday May 10, 2024
Friday May 10, 2024
1) It's Friday, and it's time for Dr. Dave's Devotional Diamonds of the Day. We begin with a classic. Many of us are familiar with the book, "Everything I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten." While it may not be spiritually profound, it is practically wonderful. We're going to explore the origin of this book, which can be traced back to Isaiah, chapter one. It may seem simplistic, but that's exactly what we need.2) The next Devotional Diamond of the Day is quite heavy. In fact, it's too heavy. It's not about the saying, "He ain't heavy. He's my brother." It's about the burdens we carry, often unnecessarily. It's good to share each other's burdens, but I'm referring to the burdens we bear due to our lack of obedience. We'll delve into how to find deliverance from these unnecessary weights on our shoulders.3) My dear friend, Pastor Ray, passed away and joined the Lord over two years ago. I'm not sure if he had rhythm while he was here on Earth, but I suspect he has it now. He's not only dancing, but he's also enjoying wonderful fellowship with all the people he taught about over the years. We often delve into Pastor Ray's devotional book, and here's an entry that meets the standard of excellence. He titled it, "Allow Him to Pick You Up". Unfortunately, many of us won't allow Jesus to do just that.
Friday May 10, 2024
The David Spoon Experience 5-10-24 part 1
Friday May 10, 2024
Friday May 10, 2024
A) James 5:4 describes how people will behave in the last days, hoarding wealth for themselves, not sharing, and denying others their rightful share. This behavior, which is akin to saying, “I have what I need to survive, and everyone else can fend for themselves,” is not in line with the Spirit of God.B) One commandment that frustrates many people more than doing taxes is the command to be patient until the Lord’s coming. Despite it being 2,000 years, the Lord’s coming is inevitable, and we are still commanded to be patient. Much like many elements of our walk, the return of Jesus Christ is coming at a precise time that is ordered by the heavens above. They have a better watch any way,C) We are not only told to be patient but also to strengthen our hearts. Just as a farmer waits for the crop, we need to wait for the return of the Lord. Whether it’s on a corporate or individual level, in His timeframe, it is near. In the meantime, we need to strengthen our hearts to avoid giving up or fainting. The Lord could return tomorrow. Are we ready?
Thursday May 09, 2024
The David Spoon Experience 5-9-24 part 2
Thursday May 09, 2024
Thursday May 09, 2024
1) In Acts 25, we resume at verse 13, using larger sections of text to progress through the narrative more swiftly. After Paul appeals to Caesar, Festus prepares to communicate the situation to Rome and Caesar. Concurrently, he receives visitors, King Agrippa and his sister Bernice, who are there to pay their respects to Festus.2) Festus informs the king and his sister that Felix, his predecessor, left Paul in chains for his case to be decided, at which point Paul made his appeal to Caesar. It's noteworthy how closely American law aligns with Roman law, which does not permit convictions without a trial. However, it's also important to acknowledge that Roman law can be perverted. And American law is following close behind. We are losing the “innocent” until proven guilty process.3) In every true judicial sense, and even before the Lord, individuals are given the opportunity to defend themselves and confront their accusers. This doesn't mean that railroading doesn't occur, as it's not difficult to see where this takes place, even in a country as great as America. However, self-defense is a fundamental right in all governing judicial systems tied to any form of democracy.4) Interestingly, Festus tells Agrippa that the accusations against Paul were not what he expected, but were all centered around a man named Jesus, who had died but whom Paul insisted was alive. Regardless of theological brilliance, Christianity is fundamentally about the resurrection of Jesus. Overlooking this simplicity turns faith into a religion.
Thursday May 09, 2024
The David Spoon Experience 5-9-24 part 1
Thursday May 09, 2024
Thursday May 09, 2024
A) Jude verse 10 discusses individuals who defile what they do not comprehend, behaving like irrational animals. It’s remarkable that humans, created in the image and likeness of God, can exhibit such behavior. We’re not referring to pets or other appealing creatures, but to irrational animals that behave erratically. The scripture in Jude is unequivocal: woe unto them.B) Their judgment will be specific to their actions. They will be destroyed by the very things they do. They have followed the path of Cain, a murderer. They have recklessly embraced the error of Balaam, attempting to curse what God intends to bless. They have perished in Korah’s rebellion, which involved opposing God’s chosen people and attempting to lead followers astray.