04-23-25 part 2: The Power of Words: From Creation to Conversation

1. The Voice That Spoke the Universe

Dr. Spoon begins with Genesis 1 and Hebrews 11, laying the foundation that God’s Word is not symbolic—it’s creative. “God said… and it was so.” Whether it was light, land, or life, it all came into being because God spoke. Dr. Spoon boldly states, “The agency is God.” You can’t get something from nothing unless there’s an agent of creation—and that agent is the Almighty. The power of God’s spoken word reveals the significance of Scripture and why believers must stay grounded in the God-breathed Bible. The same breath that brought Adam to life now breathes through every word in Scripture.

2. Words that Reveal the Heart

Dr. Spoon transitions from divine speech to human speech, drawing on Proverbs 18:21 and Matthew 12:37 to show that our words have weight. Life and death are in the tongue, not just because they affect others—but because they reveal what’s inside us. Words are a window to the soul. Jesus said we will be justified or condemned by them. Dr. Spoon challenges us to examine whether our language reflects more of the world or the Word. If we’re walking with Jesus, it should be obvious in the way we speak—not just what we say, but how we say it.

3. Stop Saying What God Told You Not to Say

Quoting Jeremiah 1, Dr. Spoon highlights the moment when God rebuked the prophet for speaking negatively about himself. Jeremiah said, “I don’t know how to speak, I’m too young,” but God replied, “Do not say…” This moment, Dr. Spoon explains, is a divine call to shut down harmful self-talk. We often sabotage our calling by speaking against ourselves. Whether it’s doubt, fear, or false humility, God isn’t impressed by our excuses—He’s grieved by them. If God says you’re called, don’t call yourself unqualified. If God says you’re chosen, don’t call yourself worthless. God gets the last word—so agree with Him.

4. Speak Life and Be Wise With Words

Dr. Spoon wraps up with James and Proverbs, where the tongue is compared to a rudder and a fire—small but powerful. We can either set lives ablaze with destruction or steer them toward grace and healing. Proverbs 25:11 says a word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver. Dr. Spoon reminds us that words have ripple effects, and we must choose wisely. It’s not about pretending everything is fine—it’s about speaking what brings life, correction, truth, and encouragement. Let your words reflect the heart of God, because every word is recorded… even if there’s no smartphone around.