04-03-25 part 2: Rich in the Word, Full in the Spirit: The Gospel Is the Glue

1. The Baptist, the Pentecostal, and the Truth

Dr. David Spoon kicks off with a personal theological bridge: he’s both Baptist and Pentecostal—“Baptocostal,” as he calls it. With degrees from both traditions, Spoon challenges the rigid lines drawn between them. His core point? You’re saved by faith, and the Holy Spirit is present at salvation, but you grow in openness to His work over time. Whether you speak in tongues or don’t, whether you were baptized in water or fire—God doesn’t operate by our man-made systems. The book of Acts proves it’s never “one-size-fits-all.” God’s Spirit moves as He wills, and our job is to be open, not argumentative.

2. Let the Word Live Inside You

Moving into Colossians 3:16, Spoon delivers a powerful teaching on letting the Word of Christ “richly dwell within you.” He urges believers to stop rushing through Scripture and instead, allow it to soak in—to live inside them. The Word isn’t meant to just sit on your coffee table or get quoted in Facebook arguments. It’s designed to be absorbed, processed, and mixed with faith, becoming part of your mind, heart, and decision-making. Like spiritual nutrition, Scripture isn’t effective unless it’s digested. You’re not just holding a book—you’re carrying the very breath of God in written form.

3. From Information to Transformation

Spoon doesn’t shy away from tough love: it’s not enough to know the Word—you have to let it shape your thoughts, your speech, and your relationships. He warns against using Scripture as “Bible bullets,” only to win debates or shame others. The goal of being filled with the Word is to teach and admonish one another—with wisdom. Scripture should inspire humility and unity, not arrogance or division. The Bible isn’t a trophy—it’s a tool. If it’s alive in you, it’ll produce fruit in your relationships, your worship, and your ability to help others grow.

4. Sing It, Live It, Be Thankful

Colossians 3:16 continues: “…with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing with gratitude in your hearts to God.” Spoon emphasizes that worship isn’t limited to any one style—it’s about genuine gratitude. Whether it’s an ancient hymn, a modern praise chorus, or a spontaneous spiritual song, God’s not grading musical taste. He’s looking at the heart. Singing truth helps it stick, so your playlist should match your praise life. And above all, be thankful—not just for what God gives, but for who He is. Every breath, every blessing, every drop of mercy deserves a response of joyful worship.