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15th Oct 2024

Unpacking Faith: What Do We Really Give Up for God?

This podcast episode highlights the profound truth that Jesus gave up everything for our relationship, emphasizing that our sacrifices for Him, while significant, pale in comparison to what He has done for us. David Spoon engages listeners with a mix of humor and insightful reflections as he invites them to consider their own favorite miracles from the Bible beyond the resurrection. The discussion transitions into a heartfelt segment on prayer, focusing on the power of interceding for others and sharing personal testimonies of healing and hope. Throughout the show, there’s an encouragement to maintain a kingdom-first perspective, especially in light of upcoming national decisions and personal priorities. With engaging dialogue and a warm atmosphere, the episode offers spiritual upliftment and a reminder of the importance of community in faith.

A significant portion of the show is dedicated to examining the tension between sacrifice and reward in the life of a believer. David Spoon reflects on Peter's question regarding the rewards for those who have left everything to follow Jesus, drawing attention to the essence of sacrifice in the Christian experience. He challenges listeners to think about their own sacrifices, suggesting that what is often perceived as loss may actually pave the way for greater blessings. David's insights resonate with many, as he connects these biblical themes to contemporary struggles with materialism and spiritual fulfillment, reminding everyone that true worth is found not in possessions but in relationships and purpose.

Takeaways:

  • The importance of recognizing that what we often consider sacrifices may actually be burdens we should let go of.
  • Jesus emphasizes that genuine faith and sacrifice will be rewarded abundantly in the kingdom of heaven.
  • Prayer is a powerful tool that can lead to miraculous changes in our lives and health.
  • Living a life dedicated to Christ might involve giving up earthly attachments for eternal gains.
  • The nature of our relationship with Jesus is central, as He desires a connection over material returns.
  • In times of uncertainty, sharing praises and prayer requests fosters community and support among believers.
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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.