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Fourthstream.com weekly podcasts are focused on non-religious, kingdom spirituality. Kingdom spirituality: a state of experiencing an authentic connection with God resulting in a satisfied mind. Insights into authentic spirituality: King first - then Kingdom - then church.
Episodes
What are kingdom rewards? In this episode, Dave explores how kingdom reward is not a spiritual lottery or self-centered prize, but something inseparably linked with honor, faith, humility, and the promises of God.
Adam and Eve, dishonor, and death - Genesis 3
The promise given to Abraham - Romans 4
The promise by faith in Jesus Christ - Galatians 3.22
God swearing by Himself - Hebrews 6
Partakers of the divine natur...
Why submission of self? In this episode, Dave explores why humility, decreasing, and surrendering first place are central to living in the kingdom of God.
John the Baptist and "He must increase" - John 3
The fear of the Lord and the hatred of pride - Proverbs 8.13
Pride, dishonor, and wisdom with the humble - Proverbs 11.2
Pride before destruction - Proverbs 16.18
The lust of the flesh, eyes, and pride of life - 1 J...
What is kingdom courage? In this episode, Dave explores how courage is not self-generated strength, but something formed in us through the power and presence of God.
- God revealed as warrior — Exodus 15
- Courage flowing from the Father ...
How do we actually live gratefully when life is difficult? In this episode, Dave explores how gratitude is deeply connected to the Kingdom of God, eternal purpose, and a transformed heart.
- Why thankfulness is foundational to Kingdom living
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Suffering and honor are deeply connected in the life of faith. This episode looks at how choosing honor before God can shape the way we endure hardship, follow Jesus, and keep eternal perspective.
- Suffering is not always evidence of failure or deficiency
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Humility is more than a virtue—it's a key to the Kingdom. In this episode, we explore how Jesus reveals humility as a pathway to freedom, honor, and true life.
"Poor in spirit" → spiritual dependence (Matthew 5)
Repentance = turning from bondage → toward freedom (Matthew 3–4)
Humility unlocks the "door" (John 10)
Pride traps; humility frees through Christ
David's life models returning to humility (Psalm ...
What is your personal kingdom mission? This episode explores how Jesus' mission becomes ours.
- Jesus' purpose → making disciples (Matthew 28.16–20)
- Reconciliation as our shared mission (2 Corinthians 5.18–19)
Praying the Kingdom is about aligning your heart with God's will and priorities, following the pattern Jesus gave.
• Jesus' model of prayer — Gospel of Matthew 6
• "Your kingdom come, your will be done" as the central focus
• Intentional prayer rev...
Organic growth isn't manufactured—it's formed through a living connection with God and others, modeled by Jesus.
Here, we explore what it means to live an organic kingdom life:
Honor as the foundation of true value and relationships
Wisdom that flows from God, not the world (1 Corinthians 1.25)
Forgiveness as essential to freedom and restoration (Matthew 6.14–15)
Dedication to purpose, truth, and alignment w...
What does a kingdom marriage really look like?
In this episode, we explore God's design for marriage—placing Him at the center and building a relationship marked by honor, humility, and unity.
In this episode:
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This episode explores God's original design for family, rooted in Psalm 127 and Psalm 128, and how redemption restores what was lost.
In this episode:
- The influence of your upbringing and family dynamics
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What does it mean to live with true kingdom character? This episode contrasts earthly wisdom with wisdom from above and explores how Christ's character forms within us and flows outward.
In this episode:
- Wisdom from above vs ea...
What does real community actually look like?
In this episode, we explore Jesus' prayer in John 17, where He reveals the foundation of true community—oneness with the Father that leads to meaningful connection with others.
Isolation is common t...
How Does Spirit Happen for Me?
How does the Holy Spirit become real and active in your life? This episode explores what Scripture teaches about embracing Jesus, receiving the Spirit, and learning to live by His power.
In this episode:
One God, three persons — understanding the Trinity
Why John 14.6 defines the starting point
Receiving the Spirit as the pledge of our inheritance (Ephesians 1)
The Spirit's intercession in Roman...
🎧 Do I Know God?
A personal and searching question. In this episode, we reflect on what it truly means to know God—not just in theory, but in heart, action, and honor.
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Is Jesus My Healer?
Jesus healed in the Gospels—but does He still heal today? In this episode, we explore what it means to call Jesus my healer—personally, spiritually, and relationally.
In this co...
It is one thing to know ABOUT someone but we go much deeper when we connect through personal knowledge and shared experiences. What are the keys to finding personal connection with God? Is it indeed possible to "hear God's voice" as some people talk about? Are we truly able to walk side by side with God?
This is key:
"Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from ...
God Treasure is Kingdom Treasure
After teaching His incredibly transferable Kingdom parables (the Sower, the Wheat and the Weeds, the Seed, the Leaven, the Hidden Treasure, the Costly Pearl, and the Dragnet) Jesus makes a curious statement and asks His disciples a question in Matthew 13:51-52.
"Have you understood all these things?" They said to Him, "Yes." And Jesus said to them, "Therefore every scribe who has become a disciple o...
To our Fourthstream Friends!
It seems timely to dive once again into the Turbulence and Imperfection which appear to be chasing the human family. You can find our book on this subject under Fourthstream.com/Learning/Books.
Clarity from Chaos
Several weeks ago we were rear-ended by a semi on I-80 traveling to share Jesus things at an awesome conference in Cedar Rapids, where we were to speak in the hearing of many serious-minded yo...
PURITY IN HONOR AND SURVIVAL AND VICTORY IN LIFE
WARNING - THIS IS A LONG AND INVOLVED CONVERSATION
- BUT WORTH YOUR TIME!
"I am in my early 70's. Much has changed in the realm of what is pure and what is impure during my lifetime. But then, of course, information has exploded (Daniel 12:4).
We struggle like never before when it comes to our sexuality, our intimacy, and our oneness as a man and a woman. You know this. Those ...
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