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13th Oct 2026

10-13-2026 PART 2: Pray for Others, Trust God with the Rest, and Never Be Ashamed

Pray for Others, Trust God with the Rest, and Never Be Ashamed

Section 1

Prayer becomes a powerful expression of Christian love when we move beyond our own needs and begin carrying the burdens of others. Drawing from Romans 15:30 and Galatians 6:2, Dr. Dave reminds believers that praying for one another fulfills the law of Christ. When someone comes to mind, whether a friend, family member, or fellow listener, that moment can become an opportunity to offer encouragement through prayer. Rather than waiting for a dramatic spiritual experience, simply lift that person before the Lord. Dr. Dave explains that praying for others strengthens his own faith because he approaches God with confidence that He can intervene in their circumstances. The principle is beautifully practical: if you desire encouragement, become an encourager. If you want others praying for you, become someone who faithfully prays for them.

Section 2

The ministry of The David Spoon Experience continues with a commitment to sharing God's goodness through daily broadcasts, archived programs, and a twenty-four-hour Christian radio station. Dr. Dave encourages listeners to pray that God will guide every decision, provide what is needed, and keep the ministry moving according to His purposes rather than human expectations. He also reminds listeners that books available through He Must Increase Ministry can be requested without charge. Reflecting on the technical challenges of broadcasting, Dr. Dave shares a principle he and Noelle embrace: do your best, pray that it is blessed, and let Jesus handle the rest. Excellence matters, but spiritual effectiveness matters more than professional perfection. The goal is not simply producing polished radio programming. It is creating opportunities for people to encounter biblical truth, encouragement, and the transforming goodness of God.

Section 3

Looking ahead, Dr. Dave shares plans for additional ministry interviews, including an upcoming conversation with a pro-life advocate and the possibility of another interview with Nazareth. These opportunities reflect a continuing desire to highlight people serving God's kingdom. Yet the most important message remains the gospel itself. Returning to Romans 1:16, Dr. Dave recalls the first declaration he ever made while teaching publicly: he was not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ because it is God's power for salvation. Christians must maintain that conviction even when society challenges biblical truth or attempts to shame believers into silence. The enemy may accuse and discourage, but God's Word remains our foundation. When we faithfully pray for others, surrender our efforts to God, and refuse to be ashamed of Jesus Christ, we become available for the Lord to accomplish far more than we could ever achieve on our own.

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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!
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David Spoon

David Spoon was born and raised in a Jewish home in Detroit, Michigan. He attended a private Hebrew school called Hillel Hebrew Academy. David was bar mitzvah-ed at the age of thirteen. Not long after, he was involved in drug abuse and trafficking. After hearing the Gospel for the first time at age seventeen, David accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. A few months later, David had a dramatic experience with God. Immediately set free from years of excessive drug use, he committed himself to ministry and to furthering the Kingdom of God.

He attended Arizona Bible College, Northern Arizona University, and Life Pacific College, graduating summa-cum-laude in their Ministry and Leadership program. He also graduated with honors from Regent University with a master’s degree in Theological Studies and earned his Doctor of Ministry degree in Strategic Christian Ministry at Liberty University.

He is one of a few individuals holding ministerial ordinations from three separate denominations: Heritage Free Baptist Organization, 1981; Independent Pentecostal Ministers Association, 1985; and Vineyard Valley Association, 1988. He was also the Chaplain for the Flagstaff Police Department. In addition, David was the senior pastor of Vineyard Christian Fellowship of Flagstaff.

In addition, David started and co-hosted two different live Christian call-in radio talk shows. He hosted the very popular radio show “The David Spoon Experience” on KPRZ 1210 and a show called “To Know Him,” which aired on 88.9 on the F.M. dial-in Temecula, California at 1:00 p.m., Monday through Fridays. He was also the Director of Local Ministry for Salem Media Group in San Diego, California.

David is married to his best friend, Noelle. He has three children and seven grandchildren, plus their two dogs named Levi and Bert. On March 18th, 2019, he started “The David Spoon Experience” in Texas and is growing with his audience of awesome believers and non-believers alike.

He is the President of He Must Increase Ministry, a 501c3 ministry, and is hosting (again) the live daily radio show “The David Spoon Experience” with DJR Broadcasting in KAAM, on the 770 A.M. radio dial. The show is also on various apps and the Internet.

David is a Jewish-Christian, Bapti-Costal, Cal-Minian, Manifold Millennialist.

Just ask him.