Just One More Thing

On this episode, Olivia and Rod return to discuss Luke 16 and the importance of context when approaching a difficult passage. To watch the sermon, "Leverage," click here . To watch the sermon, "Worlds Apart," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or review. Don't forget to subscribe and follow Just One More Thing so you never miss an epi...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at what it takes to get to Heaven and compare that message to what is typically taught. To watch the sermon, "Getting There," click here . To watch the April 7, 2024 sermon, "Bringing Receipts," click here . To watch the April 14, 2024 sermon, "Receipts That Defy Religion," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod return from hiatus to discuss Rod's controversial take on Luke 23:39-43, the story of the thief on the cross. To watch the sermon, "Witness From The Cross," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or review. Don't forget to subscribe and follow Just One More Thing so you never miss an episode! If you have qu...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod continue the Christmas Conversations series with the Annunciation (Gabriel's announcement to Mary that she would bear the coming Messiah) and the Magnificat (Mary's song brought forth by her conversation with Elizabeth). Rod hones in on the global impact of Gabriel's "hushed" conversation with Mary, including the modern-day popularity of Nazareth. Then, he shares th...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod kick off the Christmas season by looking at the conversation which broke 400 hundred years of silence. Rod explains how God moved during the inter-Testament period to set the stage for the Gospel to spread and the significant way God chose to speak to man directly for the first time in 400 years. Then, Rod shares the inspiration behind this sermon series and what mi...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the things Christians give up when they believe in Jesus, and Rod explains how emphatic the original Greek text is in describing these forfeitures. He also explains the video clip and why Barney got Rickrolled. To watch the sermon, "What We Forfeit," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or review....

On this episode, in a surprising twist, Olivia and Rod continue discussing Divine Platforms and the tension that inevitably comes from being an ambassador in a foreign land. Rod brings up and counters some of the reasons why believers shrink back from the platforms God has given them, and as always, ends with encouraging believers to stand firm and be bold. To watch the sermon, "Leaning Into Tensi...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod cover the two foundational sermons which wrap up the Divine Platforms series. What message is the divine platform meant to share? What are some misconceptions about the offer of salvation? What is assurance and how does it fit into believing Jesus for eternal life? The duo cover this and more! To watch the 11/3 sermon, "The Offer," click here . To watch the 11/10 se...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod catch up on the October sermons and discuss the various ways God provides believers with divine platforms to share His Word with others and encourage the Body of Christ. To watch the 10/6 sermon, "Why Did Jesus Ask Questions," click here . To watch the 10/13 sermon, "Getting There," click here . To watch the 10/20 sermon, "Making the Grade," click here . To watch th...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod continue their discussion of the Divine Platforms sermon series, this time focusing on the New Testament book of Acts. They look at the lives of Aquila and Priscilla from Acts 18 and consider how this husband-and-wife duo used their trade as tentmakers to advance the Gospel. Rod provides some historical background to Aquila and Priscilla's story and explains his rea...

On this episode, Olivia sits down with Floyd Green to discuss his sermon on Matthew 28:18-20, a passage known as The Great Commission. Floyd shares an example of the reaping and sowing that Jesus described in John 4, and provides encouragement for believers "to disciple as they are going" (cf. Matt. 28:19). To watch the sermon, "The Risen Jesus' Great Commission," click here . Thanks for listening...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod introduce the new sermon series on Divine Platforms by looking at the story of Esther. They discuss how God used Esther “for such a time as this” (Est. 4:14) and how He gives believers today opportunities and platforms to make Him known. Rod also shares the inspiration behind the series and what he hopes listeners will take away from it. To watch the sermon, "Then a...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod conclude the Soldier-Athlete-Farmer sermon series with a discussion of the farmer. They look at the similarities between farming and ministry, and note how the illustration of the farmer is unique from the soldier and athlete. Rod also elaborates on the Supreme Court ruling he mentioned, which is linked below. To watch the sermon, "In Hope of The Harvest," click her...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at the Bible’s illustration of an athlete as a model for the Christian life. Rod explains how this example would have been received by the original audience, as well as how believers today can grow from this illustration. To watch the sermon, "Training For Victory," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating a...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the new sermon series on illustrations of the Christian life: the soldier, the athlete, and the farmer. Rod explains where the initial idea to preach from 2 Timothy came from, as well as the catalyst for expanding on Paul's three pictures of faithfulness. To watch the sermon, "Encouragement to Stay Faithful," click here . To watch the sermon, "Engaged, Not E...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod wrap up the sermon series on Jacob by looking at the blessings Jacob bestows on his sons—specifically Reuben, Judah and Joseph—in Genesis 49. Rod explains how meaningful these blessings would have been to Jacob’s sons and the significance of God’s persistent use of Abraham’s family to bring about His purposes. Olivia and Rod end their discussion with an encouraging...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod break down the reasoning behind Replacement Theology; consider possible explanations for the current absence of the Temple on the Temple Mount; and as always, end their discussion with an encouraging reminder that God is ALWAYS faithful to fulfill His promises, even when it seems impossible. To watch the sermon, "Triumph of a Promise Kept," click here . Thanks for l...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at the defining faith moment of Jacob's life as indicated by Hebrews 11:21, and consider why this moment, out of all the stories from Jacob's life, best proved Jacob as a man of faith. To watch the sermon, "Leaving a Legacy," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or review. Don't forget to subscribe a...

Olivia and Rod are back from vacation and cover two sermons on this episode of Just One More Thing. First, they discuss “Freedom Forgotten and Forsaken,” and explain the difference between Negative (or Inherent) Rights and Positive (or Invented) Rights. Rod shares the “why” behind his yearly July 4th sermons, and the similarities between America’s history and Israel’s. Then, they discuss “Get Movi...

On this special episode of Just One More Thing, Olivia sits down with Marshall to discuss his experiences on the mission field during his nearly 30 year career. In this second and final part of their conversation, Marshall describes the joys and challenges of ministering in the Middle East, and offers advice and next steps for those who feel led to the mission field. Thanks for listening! If you l...

On this special episode of Just One More Thing, Olivia sits down with Marshall to discuss his experiences on the mission field during his nearly 30 year career. In Part 1 of their conversation, Marshall explains what led him to missions and shares about his time in Africa and Latin America. Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or review. Don't forge...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss Genesis 32-33 and the new names that are given for places and people, including Jacob’s new name “Israel.” Then, they look at the lessons believers can learn from the life of Jacob, a man who wrestled with God. To watch the sermon, "Difficult Encounters," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or re...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at the application of Genesis 30-31 and the important reminder for believers not to live life as if they are on their own. Rod also shares a bit about his sermon prep, and hints at what’s coming in this series on the life of Jacob and the origin of the nation of Israel. To watch the sermon, "As If," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear,...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at a word often untranslated in English texts which brings color and intrigue to the story of Genesis 28-29. Then they discuss the ways God shapes Jacob into a patriarch of His people, and how He uses those same methods to shape modern believers as well. To watch the May 19th sermon, "The Promise of Presence," click here . To watch the May 26th sermon, "What Go...

On this episode, Rod explains why readers shouldn't overlook Genesis 26 in the Jacob narrative. Then, Olivia and Rod discuss Isaac's and Esau's worldly focus, which contributed to the blessing of Jacob. To watch the May 5th sermon, "Noticeably Blessed," click here . To watch the May 12th sermon, "Deceptively Blessed," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider le...