One Single Story

Our church has a unique tradition after we drink the wine during communion. Discover the meaning behind this tradition, why it matters, and what it could teach you about your faith. Join pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski as they discuss "until He comes again." Luke 22:14–20

Was Judas really the betrayer we have always thought him to be?  Betrayal is a major theme during resurrection week, and today's podcast discusses theories about what motivated Judas and what you need to know about your own motivations toward Jesus. Join pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski as they discuss betrayal and motives on today's podcast.

Why are stones used for memorials in the Bible? In today's podcast, pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski talk about the ancient custom of setting up memorials and what it can teach us in this day and age. Scripture Referenced: Joshua 24:14-27

Is there really life after death? Can people be resurrected after they die? These age-old questions are addressed in our daily Bible study podcast today. Join pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski as we discuss the meaning behind one of Jesus' mysterious statements about the resurrection.  Scripture Referenced: Luke 20:27-38

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Evangelism: Sharing the Good News On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: When I read the story of Zacchaeus, I was struck by the differences between him and wealthy religious leader we talked about yesterday. We definitely seem to be in a theme this week. What can this story teach us...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Evangelism: Sharing the Good News On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: Well, yesterday we talked about people who depended on their own righteousness for salvation: those who were "too good to get saved." This entire week seems to have focused on sharing the Gospel with people who d...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Evangelism: Sharing the Good News On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: We have been talking about the importance of sharing the gospel this week. I've noticed in the last two passages we've looked at, there has been an emphasis people being unaware of their own condition, or being u...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Evangelism: Sharing the Good News On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: These verses come from a conversation when a Pharisees ask Jesus, "When will the Kingdom of God come?" I got the impression that people were consistently talking about the coming of the Kingdom of God back then....

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Evangelism: Sharing the Good News On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: When we read stories, especially those found in the Bible, we cannot help but compare ourselves with the characters we read about. I'm curious, when you read this parable of Jesus, did you see yourself more like...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Sanctification: Growing in Holiness On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: In this passage, Jesus is talking about principles of discipleship. I know that our theme this week has been growing in holiness. How are holiness and discipleship connected to each other? So here in thi...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Sanctification: Growing in Holiness On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: I love this passage of scripture. I have heard it quoted on more than one occasion, especially when people faced situations that made them afraid. Three times God told Joshua to "be strong and courageous...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Sanctification: Growing in Holiness On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: So often I hear Christians make comments on some major headline and put their own perspective or even give a Biblical interpretation about the event. I read the scripture today and realized that is nothi...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Sanctification: Growing in Holiness On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: Yesterday we talked a lot about how one generation assumes they are the standard for the next generation. When I read verse 56, it seemed like a perfect description of the generation we live in. We can i...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Sanctification: Growing in Holiness On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: I noticed in the reading today that God used a song to teach Israel about keeping His teachings. What are some Christian songs you learned as a child that taught you Godly principles that helped you in l...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Salvation: God's Solution to Sin On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: Earlier this week, we talked about this section of Luke being called the Travel Narrative. It describes Jesus' final journey to Jerusalem, where He would be crucified. I noticed that this was the only house on tha...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Salvation: God's Solution to Sin On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: We've been talking this week about salvation as God's solution for sin. We've talked about being familiar with Jesus' teachings and miracles without being converted. We've talked about the dangers of rejecting the...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Salvation: God's Solution to Sin On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: I love how Luke begins the part of the story of Jesus going to Jerusalem by stating it was time for him "to ascend to heaven." Jesus was going to be crucified. But Luke points beyond the cross, almost like a spoil...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Salvation: God's Solution to Sin On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: You know, I am amazed at some of the things I read in the Bible. When I read how Israel had told Moses they did not want God to speak to them directly anymore or to see God's presence as a blazing fire, but they w...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Salvation: God's Solution to Sin On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark, and Alyssa Bream discuss the following questions: During our Bible reading today, there was a little detail that jumped out at me for some reason. When King Herod heard about Jesus, why was he puzzled? What was he confused about? So, do you think that Herod was p...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Heaven and Hell: Eternal Realities On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: The instruction that Jesus gave to "pay attention to how you hear" really stood out to me. What did Jesus mean by "how" you hear? We have been talking about eternity, judgment, heaven, and hell during thi...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Heaven and Hell: Eternal Realities On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: This is another one of those passages where you can miss something if you're not aware of all the cultural differences between theirs and ours. Wouldn't you agree? What stood out to me the most is that we...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Heaven and Hell: Eternal Realities On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: On Monday we talked about the hope of Heaven. Yesterday we talked about the warning of coming floods, which referenced both trials and the judgment of God. Why have we decided to look at this little verse...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Heaven and Hell: Eternal Realities On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: This little parable of Jesus seems very simple. What do you think the ultimate meaning of this parable is? What do floodwaters represent in this parable? We do not like to discuss obedience (i.e. how we b...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Heaven and Hell: Eternal Realities On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: I'm not going to lie. When I read this text about Moses, begging God to permit him to enter the Promised Land, my heart is just torn. Why wouldn't God allow Moses to at least enter the land? That is an in...

Theme From Sunday's Sermon: Heaven and Hell: Eternal Realities On this edition of One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety, and Wendy Korbusieski discuss the following questions: The instruction that Jesus gave to "pay attention to how you hear" really stood out to me. What did Jesus mean by "how" you hear? We have been talking about eternity, judgment, heaven, and hell during thi...