11-18-24 Part 1 Leadership qualifications for Titus on Crete
The first qualification, found in verse 6, is that an elder must be
blameless. Not perfect, but blameless. There’s a difference (not
convictable). He must be the husband of one wife. Again, the Greek is
very clear. This is the current situation, not anything dealing with the
past. If somebody has had a tough past and becomes a Christian, that
past is not reflected in this qualification. He also must have faithful
children, which means children who are living at home and are young,
not adult children who have moved out.
In a captivating episode of the David Spoon Experience, Dr. David Spoon intertwines humor with heartfelt discussions on the significance of prayer within the Christian community. He opens the floor to his audience, encouraging them to share their prayer needs, and emphasizes the profound impact that prayer can have on individual lives and collective circumstances. Spoon's engaging style invites listeners to participate actively, fostering a sense of belonging and highlighting the communal aspect of faith. His emphasis on the importance of prayer as a vital tool for change resonates throughout the episode, reinforcing the idea that faith is not just a personal journey but a shared experience among believers.
Delving deeper into scripture, Spoon shifts focus to the qualifications of church leaders as outlined in the book of Titus. He articulates that effective leadership hinges on qualities such as being blameless and maintaining a healthy family life. Spoon's insights challenge traditional notions of leadership, advocating for a model of service rather than authority. This discussion is not merely theoretical; it is grounded in real-life application, encouraging listeners to consider how these principles can be integrated into their own lives, whether in church leadership or personal relationships.
The episode reaches a poignant moment when Spoon prays for a caller named Jamie, who shares her struggles with familial relationships. This personal connection serves as a powerful reminder of the show's mission to support and uplift listeners through prayer and community. Spoon's prayer is a heartfelt plea for strength and healing, encapsulating the essence of the show: to provide a platform where faith meets practical life challenges. Overall, this episode exemplifies the David Spoon Experience's unique blend of humor, spirituality, and community support, making it a must-listen for anyone seeking encouragement and connection through their faith journey.
Takeaways:
- The importance of prayer in a Christian's life cannot be overstated, as it can transform circumstances and health.
- Leadership in the church must be blameless and demonstrate good character, not perfection.
- Being a best friend to others often leads to receiving true friendship in return.
- Encouragement in faith can come from sharing praise reports and prayer requests within the community.
- Prayer isn't just for personal needs; it's also about lifting others in their struggles.
- The biblical qualifications for church leaders stress the significance of character over past mistakes.
Transcript
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David Spoon:An elder must be blameless.
David Spoon:This is verse six.
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David Spoon:So the first qualification in verse 6 is an elder must be blameless.
David Spoon:Not perfect, but blameless.
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David Spoon:Blameless means not convictible.
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David Spoon:And then Paul goes on to say, that must be the husband of one wife.
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David Spoon:An elder must be blameless.
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David Spoon:Then he goes on to say this.
David Spoon:An elder must be blameless.
David Spoon:The husband of one wife with faithful children who are not accused of wildness or rebellion.
David Spoon:That word children are little children, children at home, not adult children.
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David Spoon:An elder must be blameless.
David Spoon:The husband of one wife with faithful children, not accused of wildness or rebellion when he goes into the next.
David Spoon:As an overseer of God's household, he must be blameless.
David Spoon:Not arrogant, not hot tempered, not an excessive drinker.
David Spoon:There's just three right in a row.
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David Spoon:The elder's gotta be blameless.
David Spoon:The husband of one wife, faithful with children who are not accused of wilderness or rebellion.
David Spoon:An overseer of God's household.
David Spoon:As an overseer of God's household, he must be blameless.
David Spoon:Not arrogant, not hot tempered, not an excessive drinker.
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David Spoon:And these are just quicker qualifications in Tita, in Crete for Titus to use.
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David Spoon:All right, so an elder must be blameless.
David Spoon:The husband and wife with faithful children who are not accused of wildness or rebellion.
David Spoon:So if a Pastor's got a 40 year old and the 40 year old jumps off the train, that is not the.
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David Spoon:God's household got to be blameless, right?
David Spoon:Can't label, accuse him with anything and have it stick, so to speak.
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David Spoon:It's not that, it's just the accusation.
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David Spoon:We've had that with politicians for ages gone by.
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David Spoon:They falsely accused him.
David Spoon:They couldn't pin it on him.
David Spoon:That's what it's talking about.
David Spoon:Not arrogant, not hot tempered, not an excessive drinker, not a bully and not greedy for money.
David Spoon:This can't be about ministry being about money.
David Spoon:It cannot be.
David Spoon:It is not permitted to be about money.
David Spoon:How about that?
David Spoon:Wow.
David Spoon:But hospitable, which means what?
David Spoon:You don't.
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David Spoon:I love John the Baptist.
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David Spoon:I don't think that's difficult to understand.
David Spoon:But John was much less hospitable and more towards his ministerial calling.
David Spoon:Well, a pastor, an elder, an overseer has got to be a little bit more hospitable than.
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David Spoon:Which means separated and self controlled.
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David Spoon:Having the ability to control oneself.
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David Spoon:Which army was with Goliath when he went to make war with Israel?
David Spoon:What was?
David Spoon:The army.
Jamie:The army.
Jamie:Now see, that might be a little trick question, but all I know, he was a Philistine.
David Spoon:That is correct.
Jamie:Yeah.
David Spoon:He was a philistine.
David Spoon:He was their champion, so to speak.
David Spoon:And it's like, yeah, that ain't going to work out.
David Spoon:So good for you, buddy.
David Spoon:You're going against the people of God.
David Spoon:And while God might take a couple routes for us to get there, he always gets us there.
David Spoon:To the promised land.
David Spoon:Hallelujah.
David Spoon:Hallelujah.
David Spoon:How are you overall?
David Spoon:You doing well?
Jamie:I am hanging in there.
David Spoon:Do you need prayer for encouragement?
Jamie:I have a daughter who left me with my only grandchild, my only daughter, my only grandchildren.
Jamie:But I'm learning that this is more common than we think.
Jamie:And I do believe that ties into the scriptures in the end times.
Jamie:I've never liked reading that passage concerning children and parents and parents and children.
David Spoon:Yep.
Jamie:But it is real.
Jamie:And God has crossed my path with so many other suffering.
Jamie:It's a spiritual battle.
Jamie:And anyone listening, stay steady and focused.
Jamie:Stay in prayer.
Jamie:Hunker down with God.
Jamie:And I believe my daughter will return to him and to me.
Jamie:Let me have found out she left the country.
Jamie:I do know that.
Jamie:And I haven't seen my granddaughter since she was 5.
Jamie:And she was with us more than her mom.
David Spoon:Wow.
Jamie:Because her mom finishing PhDs and was in the military.
David Spoon:Jamie, let me pray over you.
Jamie:Okay.
David Spoon:You good for that?
David Spoon:All right.
David Spoon:We're gonna stretch long on this one.
David Spoon:We just have to have our ID break.
David Spoon:Right.
David Spoon:So we'll do it.
David Spoon:Let me pray over you.
David Spoon:Okay.
David Spoon:Let me pray.
Jamie:Yeah.
David Spoon:Father, we come before you right now and lift up Jamie to you.
David Spoon:And, Lord, I just want to thank you for her sharing her heart.
David Spoon:Lord, that's a sister in the Lord, in you, our sister.
David Spoon:And we help her right now.
David Spoon:We carry this burden with her.
David Spoon:We pray for her and with her, that you would have a fortification of strength, an infusion of energy from you, God, that gives her the strength, the ability, the confidence that says, I will in Christ, get through this and do the best I can before you.
David Spoon:Lord, let her have that anointing, that power, that infusion, and let the grace and the mercy that come from you, God, pour into her heart and mind and let her have such confidence in your faithfulness that she actually has peace where she should have no peace, because your peace passes our understanding.
David Spoon:Grant that to her and grant her the comfort and grant her the support and love her.
David Spoon:And let us love her by praying for her.
David Spoon:And let her know she is not alone.
David Spoon:Bless her, encourage her, and let her testify to your glory and grace.
David Spoon:We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
David Spoon:Amen and amen.
Jamie:Amen.
Jamie:Thank you.
Jamie:Thank you so much.
Jamie:And I receive.
David Spoon:God bless you.
David Spoon:You keep us posted whether you text or whether you send an email, you keep us posted.
David Spoon:These people in this audience, Jamie, we will keep praying for you until you get to where you're trying to get to.
David Spoon:Okay?
Jamie:Thank you.
Jamie:Be blessed.
David Spoon:All right.
David Spoon:You too.
David Spoon:God bless you.
Jamie:Thank you.
David Spoon:Bye bye.
David Spoon:Bye.
David Spoon:All right.
David Spoon:Excellent job by Jamie.
David Spoon:I want everybody who heard that call to at least make the commitment this week to two separate times praying for Jamie.
David Spoon:I don't care when, I don't care how.
David Spoon:But if you're thinking of somebody to pray for it, there's one right there.
David Spoon:Right.
David Spoon:Your sister in the Lord.
David Spoon:All right, we'll break.
David Spoon:I don't know how the break's going to go.
David Spoon:I'm going to let Jacob figure it out.
David Spoon:But we're going to break here.
David Spoon:You're listening to the David Smoon Experience right here on KAM 770, the Truth Station here in Texas.
David Spoon:Short break.
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