04-11-25 part 2: Peace, Praise, and the King’s Table: Living in Grace, Not Guilt

1. The Peace You’re Missing Might Already Be Yours

Dr. Spoon opens with 2 Thessalonians 3:16, reminding us that Jesus is the Lord of peace, and that He offers peace in every circumstance. Not some. Not a few. All. So why don’t we always feel it? Dr. Spoon presses in: the real question isn’t “Will God give us peace?”—it’s “Will we let Him?” We crowd our minds with stress, fear, and junk, leaving no room for the Prince of Peace. Like the inn in Bethlehem, we sometimes have no room for Jesus—not in our schedules, not in our thoughts, and not in our hearts.

2. Make Room for Him—Even in the Mundane

Whether you’re driving to the grocery store, walking the dog, or sending a text, Dr. Spoon encourages us to whisper, “Here I am, Lord. Anything You want today.” This availability, not perfection, is what God desires. You don’t need to be in a church service to connect with the Lord—He’s with you in the small things. And while you're not going to do it perfectly (nobody does), it has to start somewhere. The invitation is open: draw near daily, never be ashamed of Jesus, and always be ready to serve.

3. Freedom: Past, Present, and Future

Pulling from Galatians 5:1, Dr. Spoon unpacks a rich understanding of salvation: you’ve been saved from the penalty of sin (justification), are being saved from the power of sin (sanctification), and will be saved from the presence of sin (glorification). Freedom in Christ isn’t a one-time gift—it’s a continual process. But with freedom comes responsibility: we’re told to stand firm and not go back to bondage. Yes, you’re free—but don’t willingly re-enter slavery to sin. The gospel doesn’t change for culture. It remains the truth. Forever.

4. Mephibosheth Moments: You’re Invited to the King’s Table

In a moving teaching from 2 Kings 9, Dr. Spoon tells the story of Mephibosheth, a man who was lame in both feet yet honored by King David for the sake of his father, Jonathan. Mephibosheth did nothing to earn his place at the king’s table—but David’s kindness brought him in. This is the Gospel. We are Mephibosheth—broken, unworthy, unable to walk on our own. But because of our relationship with Jesus, the King of the universe says, “Do not be afraid. You will always eat at My table.” Grace isn't earned—it’s given. And that feast? It's forever.