Just One More Thing

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss a hack to unlocking any technical writing, delve further into Esau's attitude toward his birthright, and briefly touch on contemporary interpretive models. To watch the sermon, "Carelessly Carefree," 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...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod introduce the new sermon series on the story of Jacob and the connection it has to the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15. They also discuss the rising trend of Replacement Theology and where that view falls short. To watch the sermon, "Becoming Israel," click here . To watch the July 2020 sermon, "The Pause Button," click here . Thanks for listening! If you lik...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod clarify Rod's thoughts on the creed Paul quotes in 1 Corinthians 15:3-7. They also explain how this early church creed is evidence for the bodily resurrection of Jesus. To watch the sermon, "Receipts That Defy Religion," 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...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod continue their discussion of Resurrection Sunday as the "receipt" for Good Friday. What explains the phenomenon of dedicated, observant Jews gathering on the first day of the week (Sunday) in equal reverence with Shabbat (Saturday)? Only the undeniable resurrection of Jesus Christ. To watch the sermon, "Bringing Receipts," click here . Thanks for listening! If you l...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod consider what it means for Resurrection Sunday to be a "receipt" for Jesus' payment of humanity's sin. They also discuss more connections between Jesus's crucifixion in John 19 and Adam's fall in Genesis 3. To watch the sermon, "Back For Your Future," click here . To view the photo Rod referenced of the heel from the Jerusalem Museum, click here . Thanks for listeni...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at John 17, a passage known as the High Priestly Prayer. Rod explains the challenges of preaching this passage and shares what ultimately led him to approach the passage from the point of view of Jesus. To watch the sermon, "The Commencement Prayer," click here . The books Rod mentioned in this episode are " The Dichotomy of Leadership : Balancing the Challenge...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss John 15, in which Jesus prepares His disciples for the hate they will receive for spreading His gospel. Then, Rod explains the purpose for this warning both for the first-century disciples and for believers today. To watch the sermon, "Surprised by Hate," 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 John 15:1-11 as a passage centered on fellowship and encouragement. They also discuss the pitfalls of viewing this passage outside the context of a believer's fellowship with Jesus. To watch the sermon, "To Be More," click here . To read the article, "Viticulture and John 15:1-6," which Rod referenced, click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss Jesus's final discourse (John 14-16) and the encouragement it offers to believers today. To watch the sermon, "Gifts That Guard," 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 questions or comments...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod consider how the marriage customs of first-century Jewish culture perfectly illustrate Jesus's promise in John 14:1-6 of a "home prepared." They also discuss how this theme of Christ and His Bride is carried throughout Scripture. To watch the sermon, "A Home Prepared," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and...

On this episode, Olivia sits down with guest speaker, Rich Lee, as they discuss Psalm 111, the works and character of God, and Rich's ministry as a chaplain to the USMC and US Navy. Rich also shares about his current doctoral work on the subject of Moral Injury and where he believes the church fits into that discussion. To watch the sermon, "Songs of Praise," click here . Thanks for listening! If...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss practical ways we as believers can work on obtaining a vibrant marriage. To watch the sermon, "Home Court Advantage," 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 questions or comments, email ask@...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at the unique relationship parents have with their children, especially as it relates to discipline, and consider how this relationship is meant to reflect God the Father’s relationship with His children. To watch the sermon, "Homemade," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or review. Don't forget to...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the purpose of church and how "packaging" affects our perception. They end with a word of warning to and encouragement for the American church. To watch the sermon, "Simplifying Church," click here . To watch the sermon, "Gifts Neglected - Community," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or review...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod explain Rod's pronunciation of "Sinai," consider why Luke and Matthew record slightly different versions of the Lord's Prayer, and discuss the benefits of praying the Psalms. To watch the sermon, "Simplifying Prayer," click here . To watch the sermon, "Gifts Neglected - Access," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a...

On this first episode of 2024 and Season Two of Just One More Thing, Olivia and Rod recap the December series on Gifts Neglected and discuss further the gift of Scripture. They cover the acronyms C.A.S.K.E.T and E.M.P.T.Y and how these two words help us simplify Scripture. To watch the sermon, "Simplifying Scripture - OT," click here . To watch the sermon, "Simplifying Scripture - NT," click here...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod wrap up the series on assurance (and Season One of Just One More Thing!) with a look at John 15. To watch the sermon, "Credentialed," 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 questions or comments, em...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the Book of James and how it is often taken out of context to imply works-based salvation and to undermine assurance. The app Olivia mentioned is Literal Word . To watch the sermon, "To Be or To Be Better?," 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...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at Hebrews 10, a passage that should encourage us to have confidence and assurance, but one that is often used for the exact opposite. To watch the sermon, "Throwing It All Away," 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 mis...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the Abrahamic Covenant and the example it provides for us today, especially as it relates to assurance. To watch the sermon, "Your Part and His," 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 quest...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the relationship between doctrine and Scripture and the danger of putting one's doctrinal preferences over the Word. To watch the sermon, "When Doctrine Dominates," 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...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the emotions and personal hurdles which might contribute to a believer doubting his or her salvation. To watch the sermon, "Feeding Doubt," 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 questions o...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the logic of our assurance, which cannot be grounded in anything other than the promise of Jesus. To watch the sermon, "The Logic of Assurance," 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 questi...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod discuss the difference between the Samaritans believing the woman's testimony and knowing Jesus is the Savior, the pitfall of replacing the message of the Gospel with the medium through which it was transmitted, and the encouragement believers can have knowing that God will always move His message forward (and we get to participate in that!). To watch the sermon, "M...

On this episode, Olivia and Rod look at Jesus' different illustrations in John 4: the spiritual water offered to the Samaritan woman to receive the free gift eternal life, and the spiritual food offered to the disciples to do what God wants. To watch the sermon, "Soul Food," click here . Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, please consider leaving a rating and/or review. Don't forget t...