One Single Story
One Single Story is a weekly podcast from Open Door Church to help the church engage with the Bible outside of Sunday morning. Currently, we are going through one book of the Bible each week and focusing on a theme in each. Why One Single Story? We believe that the Bible is one single story from beginning to end. It is the story of Jesus Christ: why we need Him, that He was coming, came, died, rose again, ascended to heaven, and today lives with us. For this, we are thankful. Reading plan available at www.onesinglestory.com.
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Planting Roots for a New Year - Proverbs 1:1-6 | January 1, 2026
01/01/2026
Planting Roots for a New Year - Proverbs 1:1-6 | January 1, 2026
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore Psalm 1 and discuss what it means to be planted and rooted in God's Word as we begin 2026. Scripture Focus: Psalm 1:1-6 - Two paths in life: one rooted in God's Word that bears fruit, and another that is rootless and blown away. In This Episode: Meditation on God's Word versus simply reading it Why direction determines destination in your spiritual life Understanding righteousness as alignment with God's heart How stability comes from being planted and rooted Key Quote: "Blessed life doesn't happen by accident. Direction determines destination." One Single Story is a daily podcast offering brief lessons from the One Year Bible reading plan. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and join us each weekday for encouraging conversations around God's Word. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina | visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #Psalm1 #NewYear #GodsWord
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Everything That Has Breath - Psalm 150:1-6 | December 31, 2025
12/31/2025
Everything That Has Breath - Psalm 150:1-6 | December 31, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore the ultimate crescendo of worship in Psalm 150. Discover what it means to live a life of praise beyond Sunday mornings and how every breath is an opportunity to worship God. Scripture Focus: Psalm 150:1-6 - The concluding psalm calling all creation to praise God with every instrument, voice, and breath. In This Episode: Why praise is a mandate, not a mood Practicing all-of-life worship in daily moments The connection between breath, grace, and worship Understanding that you're already an instrument for God's use Key Quote: "If breath is life, then praise is purpose. Every inhale is grace and every exhale should be worship." One Single Story offers daily lessons from the One Year Bible. Visit onesinglestory.com and visitopendoor.com for more resources. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Psalm150 #Worship #Faith
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A New Heaven and New Earth - Revelation 21:1-27 | December 30, 2025
12/30/2025
A New Heaven and New Earth - Revelation 21:1-27 | December 30, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore God's ultimate redemption plan in Revelation 21—a vision where God doesn't discard what He created, but restores it, making all things new. Scripture Focus: Revelation 21:1-27 - John's vision of the new heaven and new earth, where God dwells among His people and establishes the New Jerusalem. In This Episode: God's plan as restoration, not just rescue Finding comfort in suffering through the promise of permanent peace Living as Kingdom citizens and ambassadors now Bringing heaven's values to earth while we wait Key Quote: "God's plan has always been to come back and make this right—it's coming back and restoring us to what was right to begin with." About One Single Story: Daily podcast offering brief lessons from the One Year Bible reading plan. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina | visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Revelation #NewHeaven #Faith
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The Final Judgment - Revelation 20:1-15 | December 29, 2025
12/29/2025
The Final Judgment - Revelation 20:1-15 | December 29, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore Revelation 20 and discuss the defeat of evil, the Book of Life, and how eternal perspective reshapes our daily priorities. Scripture Focus: Revelation 20:1-15 - The final judgment unfolds before the Great White Throne, where those whose names are in the Lamb's Book of Life enter eternal life and all evil is forever ended. In This Episode: The Book of Life versus the other books of judgment Why evil has an expiration date How sin gets settled - at the cross or at the throne How eternal perspective changes our present priorities Key Quote: "Evil doesn't get the last word. God gets the last word in all of it. God has an endpoint, and He's stamping it. It is done." About One Single Story: One Single Story offers daily lessons from the One Year Bible reading plan, providing practical insights to help you apply God's Word to everyday life. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina | visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform for daily biblical encouragement. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #Revelation #FinalJudgment #EternalLife
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The Humble King - Zechariah 9:1-17 | December 26, 2025
12/26/2025
The Humble King - Zechariah 9:1-17 | December 26, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Sheryl Daughety on One Single Story as we explore Zechariah 9's powerful prophecy of the coming King. In this day-after-Christmas episode, we examine how the Messiah's humility challenges worldly power, what it means for God to fight for His people, and how to live in light of Christ's promised return. Scripture Focus: Zechariah 9:1-17 - The messianic prophecy of the humble King riding into Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilled by Jesus during His triumphal entry. In This Episode: How a humble king challenges our views of power and leadership What it means for God to fight for His people and never allow full defeat Finding peace by relinquishing control and trusting God's sovereignty Living with reverence and readiness for Christ's return Key Quote: "Jesus is coming again. The only thing I'm sure of is that it's going to happen. I can rest in that and live with the assurance that it's going to take place." One Single Story is a daily devotional podcast walking through the One Year Bible with biblical insights and practical applications for your faith journey. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina | visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and join us each weekday for encouraging conversations around Scripture. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #Zechariah #MessianicProphecy #SecondComing
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God With Us - Zechariah 8:1-23 | December 25, 2025
12/25/2025
God With Us - Zechariah 8:1-23 | December 25, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Sheryl Daughety on this Christmas Day edition as they explore what "God with us" means through Zechariah 8's message of restoration and hope. Scripture Focus: Zechariah 8:1-23 - God's promises of restoration, calling His people to truth, justice, and faithfulness. In This Episode: How God's restoration points to the gospel Balancing truth and peace in faith communities How hope motivates obedience What "God with us" means this Christmas Key Quote: "I don't deserve the life that I'm living, and I don't deserve the blessings that I have, and I don't deserve the relationship that I have with Him. But gosh, His love and His mercy and the life that He's given me... that's what it means to me to have God with me." One Single Story offers daily lessons from the One Year Bible. Visit visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Zechariah #Christmas #Emmanuel #GodWithUs
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The Crown Belongs to Christ Alone - Zechariah 6:1–7:14 | December 24, 2025
12/24/2025
The Crown Belongs to Christ Alone - Zechariah 6:1–7:14 | December 24, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Sheryl Daughety as they explore Zechariah chapters 6 and 7 on Christmas Eve. This prophetic passage reveals Jesus as both priest and king, reminding us that God values mercy and justice over empty religious ritual. Scripture Focus: Zechariah 6:1–7:14 - God's visions reveal His sovereign rule and the coming Messiah who will unite priestly mercy with kingly authority. In This Episode: Why Jesus appears so clearly in this Old Testament prophecy The danger of religious performance without genuine heart connection How Jesus uniquely fulfills both roles as priest and king Why God values compassion and justice over ritual and routine Key Quote: "God's not impressed with religious performance. We can do religious things and be so far off base from what we need to be doing in real worship." About One Single Story: Daily podcast offering brief reflections on the One Year Bible reading plan, helping listeners engage with Scripture in everyday life. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform for daily biblical encouragement! Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #Zechariah #OldTestamentProphecy #MercyAndJustice #AuthenticFaith
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Not By Might, Nor By Power - Zechariah 4:1–5:11 | December 23, 2025
12/23/2025
Not By Might, Nor By Power - Zechariah 4:1–5:11 | December 23, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Sheryl Daughety as they explore what it means to be empowered by the Holy Spirit for impossible assignments and the balance between surrender and strategy in faith. Scripture Focus: Zechariah 4:1–5:11 - Zechariah's visions of the golden lampstand and God's message to Zerubbabel about relying on divine power rather than human strength. In This Episode: Understanding "not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit" in practical terms How God's Spirit equips us for impossible assignments The importance of God's cleansing before His blessing Signs you're relying on yourself instead of the Holy Spirit Key Quote: "You should be doing things that cannot be done unless He intervenes. You should have some things on your plate that unless He shows up, it's not going to happen." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a daily Bible teaching podcast from Open Door Church. Each weekday, our pastoral team offers brief lessons from the One Year Bible reading plan. visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #HolySpirit #Zechariah #Faith #Scripture
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The Deception of Sin - Proverbs 30:18-20 | December 22, 2025
12/22/2025
The Deception of Sin - Proverbs 30:18-20 | December 22, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Sheryl Daughety as they explore the dangerous pattern of self-deception and rationalization that allows sin to take root in our lives. Scripture Focus: Proverbs 30:18-20 - Agur's proverbs contrasting the wonders of nature with the blindness of sin. In This Episode: Why we convince ourselves we're the exception to the rule How self-deception gradually distorts our moral judgment The importance of accountability, humility, and wise counsel in staying aware of our blind spots Key Quote: "People who rationalize to themselves rational lies - they literally convince themselves that what they're doing isn't as bad as it appears to be." About One Single Story: Each weekday, One Single Story offers a brief lesson from daily Bible reading, providing practical insights and honest conversations around God's Word. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform for daily biblical encouragement. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #Proverbs #SpiritualGrowth
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When God Sings Over His People - Zephaniah 1:1–3:20 | December 19, 2025
12/19/2025
When God Sings Over His People - Zephaniah 1:1–3:20 | December 19, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, Pastor Alyssa Bream as they explore the book of Zephaniah and discover what it means that God rejoices over His people with singing. Scripture Focus: Zephaniah 1:1–3:20 - Judgment, hope, and God's promise to rejoice over His people with singing. In This Episode: Does the Day of the Lord bring fear or hope? How justice prepares the way for restoration The intimate picture of God singing over His people Why God's presence remains even in corrupt times Key Quote: "I think justice prepares the way to be restored because it removes the things that don't need to be there so that God can build what he wants to." One Single Story is a daily Bible study podcast from Open Door Church in Edenton, North Carolina. Join us each weekday for brief lessons walking through the One Year Bible reading plan together. visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #Zephaniah #DayOfTheLord #OldTestament
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The Aim of the Lament - Psalm 137:1-9 | December 18, 2025
12/18/2025
The Aim of the Lament - Psalm 137:1-9 | December 18, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream as they discuss Psalm 137, a powerful lament from Israel's Babylonian exile. Discover why lamenting is essential for healing, how to pray honestly without becoming bitter, and what exile teaches us about longing for God's kingdom. Scripture Focus: Psalm 137:1-9 - Israel mourns Jerusalem's destruction while Babylonian captors mock them, capturing the deep grief of a people far from home. In This Episode: Why lamenting is different from complaining and always grounded in faith How expressing pain honestly is necessary for healing Aiming your grief toward God rather than at Him What self-inflicted exile teaches about appreciating God's gifts Key Quote: "Faith doesn't want us to suppress our sorrow—it sanctifies our sorrow." About One Single Story: A daily podcast walking through the One Year Bible with pastors from Open Door Church, offering accessible biblical teaching and genuine conversation. Show Details: One Single Story Season 5 Host: Pastor Stephen Mizell Co-hosts: Pastor Jay Rivenbark and Pastor Alyssa Bream Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe for daily biblical encouragement as you read through the Bible in one year. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #Psalms #Lament #Psalm137 #ChristianLife
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Both Extremes - Proverbs 30:7-9 | December 17, 2025
12/17/2025
Both Extremes - Proverbs 30:7-9 | December 17, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream as they explore the wisdom of contentment in a culture that constantly pushes us toward extremes. In this rare deep dive into Proverbs, the team discusses why balance and gratitude matter more than success or fortune. Scripture Focus: Proverbs 30:7-9 - Agur's prayer for neither poverty nor riches, asking God for "just enough to satisfy my needs." In This Episode: Why contentment is so difficult in our comparison-driven culture How both wealth and poverty can become spiritual traps Practical steps for living in balance and gratitude Building habits of thankfulness from affording a burrito to affording a Tesla Key Quote: "Balance isn't boredom. It's peace." About One Single Story: One Single Story offers brief daily lessons from a one-year Bible reading plan with authentic conversation and practical application for everyday life. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina | visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #Proverbs #Contentment #Faith
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Justice, Mercy, and the Unexpected Messiah - Micah 5:1–7:20 | December 16, 2025
12/16/2025
Justice, Mercy, and the Unexpected Messiah - Micah 5:1–7:20 | December 16, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream as they conclude their study of Micah, exploring how God's promises unfold in unexpected ways and how justice and mercy converge in His plan for redemption. Scripture Focus: Micah 5:1–7:20 - The messianic prophecy of a ruler from Bethlehem, the contrast between corrupt leadership and the coming Shepherd King, and God's promise to trample our sins underfoot and cast them into the depths of the ocean. In This Episode: God's plans starting in obscurity and the Bethlehem prophecy Trusting God's timing when prophecies take generations to fulfill How justice and mercy meet in God's character Why small towns and small churches make a massive kingdom impact Building hope through remembering God's past faithfulness Key Quote: "God loves us too much to leave us where we are as we are, and if that means making us uncomfortable at times, then that's what he'll do in order to bring about his desired plan for us." About One Single Story: Each weekday, we offer a brief lesson from the One Year Bible through honest conversation and practical application. Open Door Church - Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. New episodes every weekday! #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #BookOfMicah #MessianicProphecy #JusticeAndMercy
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Judgment and Hope - Micah 1:1–4:13 | December 15, 2025
12/15/2025
Judgment and Hope - Micah 1:1–4:13 | December 15, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream as they explore the powerful tension between God's holiness and justice in the book of Micah, tackling difficult questions about judgment, national decline, and where believers should place their hope. Scripture Focus: Micah 1:1–4:13 - The prophet Micah confronts corruption and religious hypocrisy in Israel and Judah, delivering messages of judgment while pointing toward future restoration. In This Episode: The relationship between God's holiness and His concern for justice Why judgment prepares the way for renewal How believers should respond during times of national decline Why advancing God's kingdom matters more than advancing a nation Key Quote: "Judgment isn't God's last word. It's his way of making room for hope... Our opportunity is to advance the kingdom, not to advance a nation." About One Single Story: Each weekday, One Single Story offers a brief lesson from the daily reading in the One Year Bible with practical insights and biblical encouragement. Show Details: One Single Story Season 5 | Host: Pastor Stephen Mizell | Co-hosts: Pastor Jay Rivenbark and Pastor Alyssa Bream | Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina | visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe for daily encouragement from God's Word. New episodes release each weekday. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #BookOfMicah #MinorProphets #JusticeAndMercy
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The Churches of Philadelphia and Laodicea - Revelation 3:7-22 | December 12, 2025
12/12/2025
The Churches of Philadelphia and Laodicea - Revelation 3:7-22 | December 12, 2025
Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski examine Jesus's letters to the final two churches in Revelation—Philadelphia's faithful endurance and Laodicea's dangerous complacency. Scripture Focus: Revelation 3:7-22 - Jesus commends Philadelphia for obedience despite limited strength, but rebukes wealthy Laodicea for spiritual poverty. In This Episode: What distinguishes faithful endurance from lukewarm religion How prosperity dulls our dependence on God Recovering spiritual fervor in the modern church Divine opportunities we often overlook Jesus standing at the door, knocking Key Quote: "Faithfulness is measured by endurance, not ease. Faithfulness is the ability to depend on something, even when it's not easy." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a daily Bible study podcast from Open Door Church walking through the entire Bible in one year with practical, applicable lessons. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes every weekday. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #BookOfRevelation #SpiritualGrowth #Faithfulness
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Guarding Against Spiritual Compromise - Revelation 2:18–3:6 | December 11, 2025
12/11/2025
Guarding Against Spiritual Compromise - Revelation 2:18–3:6 | December 11, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they examine Jesus' letters to the churches of Thyatira and Sardis, exploring how spiritual compromise gradually erodes holiness and what it takes to revitalize a faith community living on reputation alone. Scripture Focus: Revelation 2:18-3:6 - Jesus confronts immorality, complacency, and spiritual pretense while calling believers to repentance and perseverance. In This Episode: The gradual erosion of holiness in modern church culture Moving from "Is it sin?" to "Is it holy?" How misplaced tolerance enables spiritual compromise The three requirements for church revitalization: honesty, humility, and repentance Key Quote: "A sleeping church can't change a dying world. Revival begins with the few who refuse to settle for what's left." About One Single Story: Each weekday, One Single Story offers a brief lesson from the daily reading in the One Year Bible with practical application for everyday life. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. New episodes every weekday. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #BookOfRevelation #SpiritualGrowth #Holiness
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Christ's Letters to the Churches - Revelation 2:1-17 | December 10, 2025
12/10/2025
Christ's Letters to the Churches - Revelation 2:1-17 | December 10, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski from Open Door Church as they explore Christ's powerful letters to three churches in Asia Minor from Revelation 2:1-17. In This Episode: How the church at Ephesus lost their first love while maintaining orthodox doctrine Balancing truth and love in healthy church community Why love without truth deceives and truth without love destroys The danger of activity without affection in our relationship with Christ Key Quote: "Love without truth deceives people and truth without love destroys people. And I think that both are corrosive." One Single Story offers daily lessons from the One Year Bible. Join our pastors for authentic conversations around God's Word. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Revelation #FirstLove #TruthAndLove #Faith
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Repentance and Renewal - Joel 1:1–3:21 | December 9, 2025
12/09/2025
Repentance and Renewal - Joel 1:1–3:21 | December 9, 2025
One Single Story: Judgment and Renewal in Joel Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski explore the book of Joel, discussing the crucial difference between asking for forgiveness and genuine heart repentance, and what it means to experience God's renewal. Scripture Focus: Joel 1:1–3:21 - Joel's prophecy of judgment through locusts, God's promise of restoration, and the outpouring of the Spirit that Peter quotes on Pentecost. In This Episode: The difference between forgiveness and true repentance What "rending your heart" really means The Spirit being "poured out" versus just "poured" Moving from spectator to participant in faith Key Quote: "When my heart was ripped, I didn't care about the fallout or the mess. I just wanted to make sure that the relationship was restored and that God had forgiven." About One Single Story: A daily Bible study podcast from Open Door Church where pastors have authentic conversations around God's Word using the One Year Bible reading plan. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina | visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. New episodes every weekday. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BookOfJoel #Repentance #HolySpirit #Renewal
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Contending for the Faith Without Being Contentious - Jude 1-25 | December 8, 2025
12/08/2025
Contending for the Faith Without Being Contentious - Jude 1-25 | December 8, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they explore Jude's powerful letter about defending the faith with grace rather than combativeness. Scripture Focus: Jude 1 - A brief but fiery letter warning believers about false teachers while calling the church to defend truth and rest in God's preserving power. In This Episode: The difference between contending for faith and being contentious Guarding truth without superiority or winning arguments The danger of false teachers within the church Staying rooted through prayer, obedience, and community God's divine protection that keeps us from falling Key Quote: "Contending is more about guarding truth than it is winning an argument. Their goal should be to protect the truth, not prove their superiority." About One Single Story: A daily Bible study podcast walking through the One Year Bible reading plan with practical lessons and conversations around God's Word. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and join us each weekday! #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Faith #BookOfJude #NewTestament #SpiritualGrowth
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Radical Restoration - Hosea 1:1–3:5 | December 5, 2025
12/05/2025
Radical Restoration - Hosea 1:1–3:5 | December 5, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Sheryl Daughety as they explore one of Scripture's most challenging pictures of God's redeeming love through Hosea's marriage to Gomer. Scripture Focus: Hosea 1:1-3:5 - God commands the prophet Hosea to marry a prostitute as a living illustration of Israel's spiritual adultery and God's relentless covenant love. In This Episode: How Hosea's shocking marriage reflects God's view of our unfaithfulness The cultural context that made this command so radical What true restoration requires beyond just saying "I'm sorry" Why rebellion must stop before restoration can begin Key Quote: "The rebellion has to stop first for there to be restoration. It's never a second chance as long as you're still in the first." About One Single Story: Daily podcast offering brief lessons from the One Year Bible readings by the pastoral team at Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina. visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe for daily biblical encouragement. New episodes every weekday. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BookOfHosea #Redemption #Restoration #Faith
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Pure Motives and Perfect Love - 1 John 4:1-21 | December 4, 2025
12/04/2025
Pure Motives and Perfect Love - 1 John 4:1-21 | December 4, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Sheryl Daughety as they explore 1 John chapter 4, discussing how to discern truth from deception and understanding how perfect love drives out fear. Scripture Focus: 1 John 4:1-21 - John instructs believers on testing the spirits and understanding how God's perfect love casts out fear. In This Episode: Why believers must test the spirits and not assume everyone quoting Scripture has pure motives The difference between correct theology with wrong attitude versus error with right heart Understanding what it means that perfect love casts out fear How intimacy with God replaces insecurity Key Quote: "I think when everything on the outside looks right, but something on the inside you go, I just this doesn't feel right... All the puzzle pieces don't fit." About One Single Story: Each weekday, One Single Story offers a brief lesson from the daily reading in the One Year Bible with practical insights for everyday life. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe for daily biblical insights and join our community growing in God's Word. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #1John #TestingSpirits #PerfectLove
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Love in Action: When Faith Becomes Real - 1 John 3:7-24 | December 3, 2025
12/03/2025
Love in Action: When Faith Becomes Real - 1 John 3:7-24 | December 3, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark and Pastor Sheryl Daughety as they explore 1 John 3:7-24 and discuss what it means to live out authentic Christianity through sacrificial love. Discover why our actions validate our faith and how love must move beyond feelings into tangible expressions. In This Episode: Why love is a choice and commitment, not just an emotion How actions prove authentic faith and relationship with Christ The power of consistency and simply showing up for people Personal reflections on expressing love in ministry Key Quote: "Love that costs nothing changes nothing. Let your faith move from words to works, from belief to blessing." About One Single Story: Each weekday, we offer a brief lesson from the daily reading in the One Year Bible, helping you engage with Scripture in practical ways that transform your walk with Christ. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. New episodes every weekday. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Faith #1John #LoveInAction #AuthenticFaith #ChristianLiving
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Antichrists, Abiding in Christ, and Pursuing Purity - 1 John 2:18–3:6 | December 2, 2025
12/02/2025
Antichrists, Abiding in Christ, and Pursuing Purity - 1 John 2:18–3:6 | December 2, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Sheryl Daughety as they explore what it means to abide in Christ and live in purity as believers. In this episode, the hosts tackle the often-misunderstood concept of "antichrist" and discuss how staying connected to Christ protects us from deception. Scripture Focus: 1 John 2:18-3:6 - John addresses antichrists who deny Jesus's identity, urges believers to abide in Christ, and calls them to pursue purity in anticipation of Christ's return. In This Episode: What "antichrist" really means and how anything that opposes or replaces Christ qualifies Why consistent spiritual disciplines protect us from deception Understanding purity as preparation rather than obligation Key Quote: "Abiding in Christ isn't a moment. It's a lifetime of staying connected to the truth. Live ready, because purity is how we practice hope." About One Single Story: A daily Bible podcast walking through the entire Bible in one year, offering practical insights and meaningful conversation around God's Word. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe and join us each weekday as we journey through Scripture together. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #1John #AbidingInChris
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Living In the World, Not Of It - 1 John 2:1-17 | December 1, 2025
12/01/2025
Living In the World, Not Of It - 1 John 2:1-17 | December 1, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Sheryl Daughety as they explore what it means to pursue holiness while embracing God's grace through Jesus Christ, our advocate. Scripture Focus: First John 2:1-17 - John addresses believers facing false teachers, calling them to walk in love, truth, and obedience while anchored in Christ's advocacy. In This Episode: Pursuing holiness and understanding Jesus as our advocate The difference between loving people and loving the world How to live in the world but not be of it Why distraction is the believer's greatest threat Key Quote: "I don't think the believer's greatest threat is persecution. I think our greatest threat is distraction." About One Single Story: A weekday devotional podcast offering brief lessons from the One Year Bible, helping listeners apply biblical truth to everyday life. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe to never miss an episode and join thousands growing in faith through daily biblical encouragement. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #FirstJohn #Advocacy #Holiness
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False Teachers: Protecting the Church from Deception - 2 Peter 2:1-22 | November 28, 2025
11/28/2025
False Teachers: Protecting the Church from Deception - 2 Peter 2:1-22 | November 28, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream from Open Door Church as they tackle the critical topic of false teaching in today's church, exploring 2 Peter 2's warnings about spiritual deception and how believers can develop biblical discernment. Scripture Focus: 2 Peter 2:1-22 - Peter warns about false teachers who distort grace, deny Christ's lordship, and exploit believers for personal gain. In This Episode: The difference between bad theology and intentional false teaching Warning signs: greed, manipulation, and denying Christ's authority Why communities seek teachers who tell them what they want to hear The vital role of local church community in developing discernment Key Quote: "The danger that I see in the church is that we classify everybody who we disagree with as false teachers, when I am not convinced that that's even their intent. I think false teaching is intentional." About One Single Story: A daily podcast walking through the One Year Bible, offering practical insights from Scripture to help believers grow in faith and stay rooted in truth. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes every weekday. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #FalseTeachers #Discernment #2Peter #BiblicalTruth
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Humbled Pride - Daniel 4:1-37 | November 27, 2025
11/27/2025
Humbled Pride - Daniel 4:1-37 | November 27, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream as they explore King Nebuchadnezzar's dramatic testimony of pride meeting divine sovereignty in Daniel chapter 4. Scripture Focus: Daniel 4:1-37 - Nebuchadnezzar's personal account of being humbled until he recognized God's supreme rule over all nations. In This Episode: God's sovereignty over nations and leaders Practicing humility versus being humbled by God Why God humbles us to restore, not destroy Key Quote: "God never humbles us to destroy us. He humbles us to restore glory where it belongs, and that is to Him." About One Single Story: A daily Bible teaching podcast walking through the One Year Bible reading plan with practical discussions to help you apply God's Word to your life. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. New episodes every weekday. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BookOfDaniel #Humility #GodsOvereignty
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Living with Purpose in the End Times | 1 Peter 4:7–5:14 | November 26, 2025
11/26/2025
Living with Purpose in the End Times | 1 Peter 4:7–5:14 | November 26, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream as they explore 1 Peter 4-5, discussing why the nearness of the end should bring clarity rather than panic, and how Christian leaders can remain humble through hardship. Scripture Focus: 1 Peter 4-5 - Peter's closing words about faithful living in the end times, covering prayer, hospitality, leadership, and humility in suffering. In This Episode: Why "the end is near" creates purpose, not panic The surprising sin listed with murder and theft: meddling in others' business Leading with humility when you're wounded Why leadership is about stewardship, not status Key Quote: "The focus ultimately is there's a limit to time here and what we're going to do. You got a limited opportunity to get these things done and influence people. So focus." About One Single Story One Single Story is a daily Bible study podcast where pastors discuss a passage from the One Year Bible reading plan, offering practical insights for everyday life and ministry. Show Details: One Single Story Season 5 Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and join thousands reading through the Bible together, one story at a time. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #1Peter #ChristianLeadership #Humility
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Faithfulness in Babylon | Daniel 1:1–2:23 | November 25, 2025
11/25/2025
Faithfulness in Babylon | Daniel 1:1–2:23 | November 25, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream as they explore how Daniel maintained his convictions while serving in Babylon and what his example teaches us about creating influence through integrity. Scripture Focus: Daniel 1-2 - Daniel and his friends are exiled to Babylon, where their faithfulness transforms captivity into opportunity. In This Episode: How conviction creates influence in secular spaces Honoring authority without compromising personal convictions Practicing humility when given power and influence Using gratitude to keep perspective at tables of influence Key Quote: "I think conviction builds credibility when you see someone who is committed to it... people appreciate somebody who will stand for principles consistently." About One Single Story: Each weekday, we offer a brief lesson from the daily reading in the One Year Bible. Join us for encouraging conversations around God's word. Open Door Church | Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe for daily biblical encouragement. New episodes every weekday. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Faith #BookOfDaniel #Conviction #ChristianIntegrity
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Living as Strangers and Exiles - 1 Peter 2:11–3:7 | November 24, 2025
11/24/2025
Living as Strangers and Exiles - 1 Peter 2:11–3:7 | November 24, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream as they explore what it means to live as temporary residents in this world, examining how Christians maintain holy lives through submission and quiet strength that mirrors Christ. Scripture Focus: 1 Peter 2:11-3:7 - Peter calls believers to live honorably among unbelievers through Christlike character rather than protest or retreat. In This Episode: Living as "strangers and exiles" in today's world Why honorable behavior matters more than being right How submission displays strength, not weakness Reflecting Christ's humility in marriage Honoring authority without endorsing evil Key Quote: "Holiness shines the brightest when culture grows darkest—not through rebellion, but through reflection of Jesus Christ." About One Single Story: Daily lessons from the One Year Bible reading plan with the pastoral team at Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina. visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #1Peter #HolyLiving #Faith
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Patience, Prayer & the Power of Confession | James 5:1-20 | November 21, 2025
11/21/2025
Patience, Prayer & the Power of Confession | James 5:1-20 | November 21, 2025
Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski as they conclude their study of James, exploring patient endurance, powerful prayer, and wise confession. Scripture Focus: James 5 - James confronts injustice, encourages patient endurance, and highlights the transformative power of prayer and confession. In This Episode: Stewardship versus status: What we hoard reveals what we worship Learning to wait on God's timeline with patient endurance The connection between confession, transparency, and effective prayer Wisdom in confession: When to share and with whom Key Quote: "It's okay for God to bless us with things, as long as those things don't have us." About One Single Story: Each weekday, join our pastoral team for a brief lesson from the One Year Bible with practical wisdom and biblical insight. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe and join us each weekday as we journey through God's Word together. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Scripture #Faith #BookOfJames #Prayer #Confession
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