05-20-25 part 1: The Power We Forget: Praying to the God Who Breathes Universes

1. When Scripture Meets Supernatural Power

Dr. Spoon returns to Matthew 22 and revisits Jesus’ bold statement to the Sadducees: “You don’t know the Scriptures or the power of God.” While most Christians agree on the need for Scripture, Dr. Spoon argues that we often forget the second half—God’s overwhelming, unimaginable power. We’re good at reciting Bible verses and doing the “right” thing like praying, but we sometimes forget who we're talking to: the One who spoke and created galaxies. The disconnect? We treat prayer like a religious habit instead of a divine audience with the King of the Universe.

2. Pure Faith Over Polluted Religion

Drawing from Ephesians 3:20, Dr. Spoon emphasizes that God can do “exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or imagine.” Yet many believers limit God through their theology box or spiritual doubt. We pray—but don’t really expect change. Dr. Spoon challenges this mindset and warns against offering up “faith polluted with doubt.” He highlights Jesus’ frequent rebuke to the disciples: “Why do you have so little faith?” The issue wasn’t the size of their problems—it was the smallness of their faith. A mustard seed of pure, honest faith still moves mountains.

3. Theology Isn’t Meant to Shrink God

In his classic mix of humor and passion, Dr. Spoon urges believers to stop trying to cram God into a tiny theological box. He pokes fun at the idea that we act like God is limited by our denomination, Bible commentary, or understanding. “Go outside and try creating a universe with your words,” he quips—reminding listeners of God’s unmatched authority and creative power. We often reduce God to something manageable, but Scripture shows a God who is terrifyingly majestic, limitless, and entirely worthy of awe.

4. Eternity, Intimacy, and the Mystery of Heaven

Dr. Spoon closes by reflecting on Jesus’ words about the resurrection: that in heaven, we’ll be like the angels—not marrying or being given in marriage. While some try to draw bold conclusions about what eternity will be like, Dr. Spoon advises humility. The Bible gives hints, not a full picture. There may be no earthly weddings, but who’s to say husbands and wives won’t know one another deeply in eternity? He encourages listeners to stop acting like they’ve “figured out heaven” and instead delight in the mystery—and look forward to the joy of eternal connection with Christ and each other.