Mercy Over Ritual - Mark 2:13–3:6 | February 17, 2026
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Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream as they explore Mark chapters 2 and 3, where Jesus teaches that when rules matter more than people, religion has lost its way. Scripture Focus: Mark 2:13-3:6 - Jesus confronts religious leaders over eating with sinners, fasting traditions, and healing on the Sabbath, revealing how they had turned God's gifts into burdensome rules. In This Episode: Why Jesus prioritizes mercy over religious ritual How legalism turns obedience into performance Why being bothered by others' good deeds reveals misplaced motives Jesus'...
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He Restores - Mark 1:29–2:12 | February 16, 2026
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Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream as they explore Mark 1:29-2:12, discovering how Jesus demonstrates His ultimate authority through healing and forgiveness, addressing our complete wholeness—body, mind, emotions, and spirit. In This Episode: Why Jesus prioritizes forgiveness before physical healing How Jesus proves His divine authority by addressing spiritual needs first Understanding wholeness versus physical healing alone How compassion should be woven into daily life, not just occasional events Practical application: dealing with what's in front...
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When Excellence Becomes Worship - Exodus 35:10–36:38 | February 13, 2026
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Welcome to One Single Story! Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore Exodus 35-36, examining the connection between obedience, generosity, and excellence in worship. Scripture Focus: Exodus 35:10-36:38 - The Israelites bring willing offerings and skilled craftsmen work together to build God's dwelling place. In This Episode: Grace-motivated generosity versus fear-driven giving How skilled craftsmanship becomes worship Excellence in everyday work as an act of worship The connection between gratitude and generosity Key Quote: "Worship...
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Grace Doesn't Lower the Standard - Exodus 34:1–35:9 | February 12, 2026
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Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore God's self-description and the powerful relationship between grace and obedience. Discover how experiencing grace should raise our desire for holy living rather than eliminate accountability. Scripture Focus: Exodus 34:1-35:9 - God reveals His character as compassionate, gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in love. In This Episode: Why grace doesn't lower the standard but restores the relationship How grace changes the "why" behind our obedience - from duty to devotion The tension between...
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Idolatry and Intercession - Exodus 32:1–33:23 | February 11, 2026
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Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore the golden calf incident and Moses's powerful intercession for a rebellious people, uncovering why waiting often exposes our true idols. Scripture Focus: Exodus 32:1-33:23 - The Israelites create a golden idol while Moses is on Mount Sinai, leading to God's anger and Moses's bold intercession. In This Episode: Why waiting tempts us toward things we can control instead of trusting God Moses's model of intercessory leadership: balancing truth and compassion The distinction between God being present...
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Work with Excellence, Rest with Confidence - Exodus 30:11–31:18 | February 10, 2026
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Welcome to One Single Story, where Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski explore God's Word through the One Year Bible. Today's episode covers Exodus 30:11-31:18, examining God's design for craftsmanship, beauty, and Sabbath rest. Scripture Focus: Exodus 30:11-31:18 - God's detailed instructions for the tabernacle, including the anointing oil, sacred incense, and the calling of master craftsmen Bezalel and Oholiab. In This Episode: Why God values craftsmanship, beauty, and excellence in our work Understanding Sabbath rest as an act of faith and trust in...
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Why God Requires Holiness - Exodus 29:1–30:10 | February 9, 2026
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Join Pastor Stephen Mizell with Pastor Jay Rivenbark and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore Exodus 29-30, discussing what holiness is, why it's required for God to dwell among His people, and how Old Testament rituals point to our need for Jesus Christ. Scripture Focus: Exodus 29:1-30:10 - The consecration of Aaron and his sons as priests, establishing the sacrificial system that would allow God to dwell among the Israelites. In This Episode: * The personal connection required in the Old Testament sacrificial system * Why holiness is essential for relationship with God, not just moral...
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Be Ready, Not Speculative - Matthew 24:29-51 | February 6, 2026
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Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark and Pastor Sheryl Daughety as we explore Jesus's teaching on His return and what it means to live with faithful readiness rather than anxious speculation. Scripture Focus: Matthew 24:29-51 - Jesus calls His followers to watchful faithfulness, emphasizing that readiness matters more than knowing the exact timing of His return. In This Episode: Why Jesus emphasizes readiness over timelines How our belief in Christ's return should shape daily life What it means to be a wise and faithful servant The eternal value of ordinary obedience Key...
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How Temptation Disguises Danger - Proverbs 7:6-23 | February 5, 2026
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Join hosts Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and special guest Pastor Sheryl Daughety as they explore how temptation disguises danger and why discernment is essential in avoiding destructive paths. Scripture Focus: Proverbs 7:6-23 - A father's warning about temptation, illustrated through a naive young man who wanders into a trap. In This Episode: * How temptation unfolds gradually through small decisions * Why discernment helps determine direction, not just decisions * The power of early obedience in defeating temptation * Practical steps to avoid destructive paths Key Quote: "When...
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Encountering a Holy God - Exodus 19:16–21:21 | February 4, 2026
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Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Sheryl Daughety as they explore God's powerful revelation at Mount Sinai, examining the tension between His approachability and His awesome holiness. Scripture Focus: Exodus 19:16-21:21 - God descends on Mount Sinai with thunder, fire, and smoke to establish His covenant with His people. In This Episode: Why God reveals Himself with dramatic power at Mount Sinai Balancing intimacy with God and reverence for His holiness How God's laws protect us rather than restrict us Understanding holiness as devotion to God, not just...
info_outlineGeneral Theme for the Week: God can keep the believer!
Today's Lesson: “The dangerous whisper of my heart.
Do you ever feel like you are one "whisper" of the heart away from becoming just as bad as those whom we typically think of as being “wicked”?
Is it healthy for a Christian to be consistently aware of their potential for great sin?
Do you think that, given the right set of circumstances, you could commit any sin you have ever heard about any other person committing? (Hot button examples: killing, torture, abuse, embezzlement, racism, drug addiction, drug dealing, street gang violence etc.)
The reading for the day is Psalm 36:1-4.