The David Spoon Experience

The David Spoon Experience 12-4-23 part 2

1) We continue our in-depth exploration of the book of Genesis. I want to remind everyone that this won't be as precise as it needs to be. To achieve that, we would need about five years of teaching. We pick up from Verse 9, which describes the creation of separation between the waters of the Earth and the land masses or tectonic plates. The land emerges, and God sees it and declares it good. Here's a hint: Land is always a good investment because God isn't making any more.2) As we proceed with the third day of creation, we see that God commands the land to bring forth all sorts of grass and seed-bearing plants. The trees would also bear seed-bearing fruit. God commands it, and it happens. He speaks, and they are created - such is the power of God. He calls for the land to bring forth seed-bearing trees and plants, and they appear at His command. It's worth noting that these weren't planted and then grew into something; they all came fully matured, ready to produce more.3) Here's an interesting teaching I received from an archaeologist from the New York Museum of Archaeology. On the fourth day, God said there should be lights in the sky to separate day from night. The first point he made is that evolution couldn't have taken place because the trees and plants appeared before there was a sun, which is impossible from an evolutionary perspective.4) But back to the sun and moon, their purpose is very clear. They are signs to mark off seasons, days, and years; AND they produce light for the Earth. The greater light, which is the sun, illuminates the day. It should serve as a reminder to us all that light is greater than darkness. God testifies to this in the very planetary system we inhabit. And it's on this fourth day that God creates a true sense of time. Consider this: on the fourth day, God created time. Ponder that one for a moment. Buckle up, little buckaroos, here we go.
 

The David Spoon Experience 12-4-23 part 1

A) As we conclude another book in the New Testament, we wrap up Titus. Starting from chapter three, verse 8, Paul emphasizes to Titus the importance of maintaining good works. The objective is not that good works are what save people. However, it’s misguided to think that we shouldn’t continually strive to do good for one another. To do something good is to emulate Jesus, as the Bible states that he went about doing good.B) Next, the Apostle advises Titus to distance himself from individuals who engage in major disputes about doctrinal differences that have no impact on salvation. He equates this with the foolishness of asserting that genealogies are significantly important. In Jesus Christ’s lineage, it includes both a virgin and a prostitute.C) Verse 10 teaches that a person who is a heretic, a divisive individual, can be warned a few times, but after that, it’s pointless because it won’t make a difference. A heretic is not someone devoid of ALL truth. They possess some truth but are so fixated on it that they fail to acknowledge other truths. This person typically has a very specific and narrow viewpoint and creates divisions due to their limited perspective. D) Paul concludes this epistle by reminding people to maintain good works that can address urgent needs. When someone has a real urgent need that must be rectified and we have the capacity to do so, we should act. This is distinct from people who require continual encouragement or affirmation. This refers to an actual survival need.
 

The David Spoon Experience 12-1-23 part 2

1) Okie dokie gang, this initial teaching is going to be pretty simplistic. It has to do with 123 or A, B, and C. We’re going to discuss the process for understanding logical formations. What this means is simply A = B. B = C. Therefore, A = C. The only difference is we’re not gonna use this in the process of theoretical thought or theory. We’re going to use this in its application of the hermeneutical requirements for Bibliology. I told you it’s going to be easy. 2) Here’s an absolutely astonishing thought: every one of us who are Bible-believing born-again Christians has received an anointing from the Holy Spirit in our lives. It is through that very anointing that the Holy Spirit abides in us. And what’s even more amazing is that the Holy Spirit abiding in us has given us the gift of the greatest Teacher and Counselor that ever existed. The question is: how is our heavenly schooling going?3) We delve into the Book of Isaiah, specifically chapter 6, where we find a lesson that we should all be aware of. We love the Lord and strive to draw closer to Him. He is our grace, our mercy, our love, and also our mirror. The closer we get, the more we see where we don’t resemble Him. These moments can be challenging as they confront where we are in our spiritual journey. That’s when we need to cry out the most.4) Everybody understands that taking vitamins can be good for you. Certain vitamins do different things than other vitamins within the human body. But did you know that there are Christian vitamins that we need to be taking? The first Christian vitamin that everybody needs to take is the Christian vitamin B-1. Everyone needs to be a Christian. But there’s another vitamin that we need to take, and it’s twice a day, which means more than once a day. We will examine this unique vitamin.

The David Spoon Experience 12-1-23 part 1

A) As we “hold out our faith.” That means that there can be zero (or no) hiding like a mouse about our commitment to Jesus. It doesn’t mean that we need to have a bumper stick. But it does mean that any form of genuine denial is unacceptable. As we do this, don’t show favoritism. In simple terms, we can’t be “class” snobs because it doesn’t reflect Jesus, but it does reflect the Pharisees. There is no Christ-authorized permission for class separation. That doesn’t mean that every person you meet is the best person ever. Some people…are actually jerks. B) The example is critical to understanding the context. In churches, rich people look better, smell better, and have a form of attraction to them. The poor, not so much. If we over-serve the rich by giving them preferential treatment, we sin. Allow me to attempt to share a story about the wealthy church and the poor man who visited them. C) Here is a secret. God has BLESSED the poor with a greater sense of faith than the Why is that important? Because it is contrary to the popular secular notion that God has blessed the rich simply because they are rich. God does bless people. And He does bless people with wealth. But on the larger scale, that is not the same as He has given the poor that greatest edge of all…Faith. Because it takes faith to please God. That is why some people have given up and given away all their goods.

The David Spoon Experience 11-30-23 part 2

1) On a sad note, The Apostle Paul tells the Elders, “I know that I will never see any of you again.” I think it’s worth knowing the human plane in this text. The sincerity of this moment will produce tears in the people around him when he finishes his speech. As Christians, we need to be careful to enjoy some of the time that we have now. Because there will likely be some sense of separation for a season. But we can still rejoice that when that season concludes, we will all be together forever with the Lord and with one another.2) I wish I could do justice to the next portion of the text. Paul says that no one’s damnation can be blamed on him. The best phrasing is, “I am innocent of the blood of all.” He says, “I did not shrink back from declaring all that God wants for you to hear.” I cannot tell you how easy it is to cherry-pick certain portions of the scripture and only preach those things that will make people feel good. I cannot tell you how bad that is to do for a teacher. We need the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. Please help us, God!3) Keep in mind that Paul is talking to elders, so he tells them to shepherd and feed the flock, the people. To take care of the faithful. The church of Jesus Christ are the people that are purchased by His blood. And it’s the Holy Spirit who has anointed and appointed these elders to lead. He then closes this portion with one of the saddest elements, telling those very same blessed leaders that false teachers will come in like vicious wolves and distort the truth just in order to get people to follow. them. Follow Jesus; don’t follow movements or people. Follow Jesus.

The David Spoon Experience 11-30-23 part 1

A) In Second Corinthians chapter 11. Verse 7. Paul asks if it was wrong for him or a sin for him to humble himself while exalting the people at Corinth. He wants to know if it was wrong to preach the gospel free of charge to the Church. He wants to know if he did wrong by robbing other churches to support his service to those believers, even though he still had needs that the Church of Corinth could’ve helped with. B) One of Paul’s great claims to fame in the proclamation of the gospel is that he was not a burden to anyone. He was a Two-Trick Pony. He had his job of making tents, and they had his ministry of preaching the gospel. To be sure, this was his calling card. Some people believe that having a dual occupation is the only way to go. Then, of course, there are others who believe that being fully devoted and committed to the kingdom is the only way to go. Guess what where we are goanna end up in this discussion? Right in the middle! It is okay to be fully devoted or have a dual occupation. Whatever the Lord calls you to.C) Remember we discussed that sometimes certain characteristics can have a sense of holiness or righteousness to them. In this particular realm, Paul says he boasts and will not be silent regarding his willingness to serve the church of Corinth. Then he asks the church: “Why do you think I’m doing this? Why do you think I’m boasting about this? Because I don’t love you, or because I do?” It’s obvious that Paul, being willing to serve with no kind of compensation, demonstrates how much he does love them.D) And now Paul pulls out the daggers. And one can almost appreciate his restraint in doing so until this point. He says in verse 13 that people that try to undercut him because he’s willing to sacrifice himself by charging nothing for the gospel (and not trying to make money from it) are actually false apostles. They’re deceitful workers They’re masquerading as apostles of Christ. The number of people who claim to be apostles, one sent forth in the name of Christ, is staggering. What’s even more staggering is how many of them are truly nothing but deceitful workers and liars.

The David Spoon Experience 11-29-23 part 2

A CRAZY hour of radio for TDSE. Praise reports galore, plus multiple prayers for people and their families. Awesome callers and a specific Holy Spirit directive referring to the woman with the issue of blood of 12 years, and Jairus, the synagogue ruler, regarding his daughter who died while Jesu was en route. The teaching is sandwiched between two fills "about the same stories," which cannot be coordinated. What? Wowzers!

The David Spoon Experience 11-29-23 part 1

A) In Psalm 44:20, the author states, “If we had forgotten the name of our God or stretched our hands to a foreign God, He would surely discover this.” In other words, if we had acted deceitfully or sought deliverance from a source other than the Lord, God would certainly know. He would know whether we cried out to Him first, in the middle, or even last when seeking help. We would be guilty if that were the case.B) The profound truth is that God knows the secrets of our hearts. He is aware of everything that happens within us - every feeling and thought we have had, have now, or will have in the future. Even those thoughts we believe are hidden are known to Him. There are no hidden corners with God. The goal is not to try and hide these thoughts and feelings but rather to acknowledge them and seek His mercy and grace.C) Verse 22: Please reference Romans chapter 8:36, which states, “we are like sheep being led to the slaughter.” This is a poignant way of saying that being Christians, believers, 9or worshippers of God does not exempt us from troubles or problems. When Paul writes about this, he follows up with Romans 8:37. However, it should be understood that quoting this passage implies that God’s people will go through trials and struggles.

The David Spoon Experience 11-28-23 part 2

1) As we prepare to conclude the book of Galatians, we delve into today's teaching in Galatians Chapter 6:9. Paul writes, "Don't get tired of doing what is good. Don't get discouraged and give up." It's easy to understand how draining various trials can be. There are times when we all want to say, "That's it. I'm done. I just need a break." This feeling is not abnormal. However, scripture doesn't grant us the freedom to simply say, "I'm done. I quit. I'm taking my ball and I'm going home." We're commanded to persevere and not get discouraged because if we do so, we will reap a harvest that God has prepared for us.

The David Spoon Experience 11-28-23 part 1

A) In Matthew 15:6, Jesus said, “By your own traditions, you nullify the direct word of God”. This is a straightforward rebuke to the religious leaders, and it applies to now as well as then. It comes down to the critical understanding that God’s Word is far superior to any other written traditions, including commentaries on the Word of God. The Mishna, which is an “oral commentary” on the Word of God, had more weight than the actual Word of God. So, what God wrote directly wasn’t as authoritative as what other people’s comments were about what God wrote. How dumb.B) So, in this particular case, when the leaders relieved the followers from financial responsibility to those people's parents, they were actually paving a path for themselves (the Leaders) to GET SOME OF THAT MONEY. This game is not new. It’s thousands of years old. In the name of justice, equity, and perverted compassion, programs to help the less fortunate are generated. The snake behind these deceptions is satanic. The people are of their father, the Devil.C) Jesus quotes Isaiah, Chapter 15, verses 8 through 9. He says, "Their lips talk a good game, but their hearts are far from me. They replace God’s commandments with man-made commandments for their own advantage." What people fail to understand is that political leaders who attempt to function as spiritual overseers are simply false prophets, false teachers, and false leaders. If their position is that of a politician, they can still function as demonically inspired.D) Then Jesus presents a teaching that many people don't appreciate. He teaches that it's not what people eat that defiles them - not now, not ever - especially if it's received with thanksgiving. It's what people say that defiles them. Through their words, they reveal where their heart's allegiance lies. As Jesus concludes this teaching, it's made known to him that he has offended the Pharisees. The Lord's response is outstanding: "They're blind, and they're going to fall into a ditch." His parting words are, "See you later, alligator."

The David Spoon Experience 11-27-23 part 2

1) We now delve into Genesis, a term signifying 'origin'. Moses is traditionally considered the author of Genesis, despite his existence much later. Many scholars attribute his accurate writing for the Book of Genesis to his profound relationship with God. The central theme of Genesis encompasses creation, sin, and re-creation, which spans the first 11 chapters. The subsequent chapters, 12 through 50, highlight God's intention to establish a fellowship of people who would uphold their faith in Him and His words.2) I plan to discuss a few theories related to the first chapter of Genesis without spending excessive time on it. If anyone holds a differing view regarding the sequence and establishment of Genesis 1 and 2, or the timeframe—whether they are literal 24-hour periods used as a model or longer durations due to the sun and moon not being created yet—none of these should ever deter fellowship with other believers. Our unity lies in the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Anyone attempting to make it about more than that is divisive, unstable, and unlearned.3) While we can't fully do justice to this book, one must appreciate the first four words: "In the beginning, God." It's as clear as it can be. It wasn't science, math, matter, molecules, atoms, oxygen or anything else in the beginning. Nor was it Buddha, Mohammed or Krishna. It was God. The best we can comprehend about His infinite existence is that He always was, always is, and always will be—an idea beyond our grasp.4) So, what did God do in the beginning? He created the heavens and the Earth. The Earth was formless and void, shrouded in darkness. The Spirit of God hovered over the face of the Earth and commanded: "Let there be light." Verse 3 provides our first indication of light. God is a God of light. After light emerged, God declared it good and separated the light from the darkness.5) Let's examine what the very beginning tells us: God initiated creation by forming the heavens and the Earth. The Spirit of God hovered over the Earth to shape it. The first command issued by God was "Let there be light," and so it was. When God speaks, it comes into being. He then distinguished between light and darkness.

The David Spoon Experience 11-27-23 part 1

A) Titus 3:3 reminds us that we were once like those who don’t believe - foolish, disobedient, and deceived. We thought that pleasures were the answer and justified our hatred for one another. It’s crucial for Christians to remember that before we became followers of Christ, we were the very mess that we now see in others. After some time in the faith, we tend to forget that we were the ones who needed salvation. So, it shouldn’t surprise us that the people we engage with are just like we used to be but have yet to accept Jesus.B) Paul then reminds us of the difference - it was the kindness and love of God directed towards us. There are three simple ways to recapture that initial love. First, ensure an active relationship with the Holy Spirit, as Romans 5:5 teaches us that God’s love is poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit. Second, remember how it felt when we first accepted Jesus and how God’s love surrounded us and made everything whole. Third, maintain a strong desire and commitment to draw closer to God through Jesus Christ by the power of the Spirit so that our fellowship with the Lord Almighty can reignite our hearts.C) It’s worth noting that these gifts - the love and kindness of God - were not granted according to any righteous works we had done. As verse 5 specifically states, our Christian faith is not based on righteous deeds. It didn’t start because of them, it doesn’t continue because of them, and it won’t end because of them.D) As the apostle makes clear, it’s all due to God’s mercy that he saved us. It’s through the regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, which is abundantly poured out on us through Jesus Christ. We have been justified by His grace. This regeneration literally means to be born again - born again with a spirit that loves to fellowship with God.