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The daughters of Zelophehad make a request in Numbers 27:1-11 that Moses let them inherit the family land. On today's One Single Story podcast Pastors Stephen Mizell, Alyssa Bream and Jay Rivenbark discuss women's rights and the tension that the fall causes in relationships. Today's Reading: Numbers 26-27

In Numbers 25 the Moabite women seduce the Israelite men and God sends a plague. On today's One Single Story podcast Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark discuss idols, temptation and slippery slopes. Today's Reading: Numbers 23-25

We are continuing in the book of Numbers today and in chapter 21, verses 4-9 we read about bronze snake and Israelites' lack of gratitude. On the One Single Story podcast today, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark discuss the question "why do we make the same mistakes over and over again?" Today's Reading: Numbers 21-22

Today's reading for One Single Story includes Numbers 20:1-13 where Moses strikes the rock for water. On today's podcast Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark discuss Miriam's death and emotions might have played in the situation. Today's Reading: Numbers 18-20

In chapter 17 of Numbers, Aaron's staff buds and produces almonds in the presence of the Lord. Today on the One Single Story podcast Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark talk about reminders around us to do the right thing as well as how too many options can cause problems. Today's Reading: Numbers 16-17

We reach a new month in One Single Story as well as a new book! Our first Psalm is chapter 90 and today on the podcast Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark discuss this prayer from Moses, as well as time, trials, and success.   Today's Reading: Numbers 14-15; Psalm 90

The Israelites complain in Numbers 11:1-15 and God gets angry. Today on One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark ask the question "Why does God dislike complain so much?" A good reminder about not taking what God has given us for granted today. Reading for the day: Numbers 11-13

Today's reading includes a quote that might sound familiar: "Arise, O Lord, and let your enemies be scattered." Numbers 10:11-36 details the Israelites leaving Mt Sanai. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Alyssa Bream continue the discussion on the book of Numbers today on the One Single Story podcast. Reading for the day: Numbers 8-10

Numbers chapter 7 is a long one and it details the twelve days of dedication offerings from each of the tribes of Israel. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark discuss how every offering the each tribe brings each day is the same. Does "fair" exist? Find out why this is the first One Single Story podcast we've had to record twice.   Reading for the day: Numbers 7

Continuing today in the book Numbers, we look at the beginning of chapter 5. Purity is an important issue in the Pentateuch. On the podcast, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Alyssa Bream discuss God's desire for purity among the people of Israel. Reading for the day: Numbers 5-6

Today in One Single Story we continue in Numbers and look at chapter 3.   On the podcast, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Alyssa Bream look at the process of redeeming the first borns sons. Reading for the day: Numbers 3-4 

We begin the book of Numbers today in One Single Story. Today on the podcast, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark look at the census and demographics in Numbers chapter 1 as well as finding our place in church. Reading for the day: Numbers 1-2 

Our last day in Leviticus and we will look at chapter 27 and the cost of redemption. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark ask the question "Are our vows based on our abilities?"   Reading for the day: Leviticus 26-27 

As we near the end of Leviticus in our reading for One Single Story, we look at the story of a blasphemer being put to death. Today Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark discuss what does it mean to blaspheme the name of the Lord?   Reading for the day: Leviticus 24-25

In Leviticus chapter 22 in verses 17 through 23, we see the rules of unworthy offerings. Today on the One Single Story podcast, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark look at following through on our commitments and being people of our word. Reading for the day: Leviticus 22-23

We continue in Leviticus chapter 19 today in our One Single Story podcast. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark talk about personal holiness and sanctification today. Holiness isn't just about things you shouldn't do, it it about things you should do as well. Reading for the day:  Leviticus 19-21

Leviticus 18 is a chapter full of bans on certain types of sexual relations. Today on the podcast, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark discuss the question "Why is sexual immorality dangerous?" Reading for the day: Leviticus 16-18

Purity - as well as rules and regulations surrounding it -   are a large part of the Old Testament and Leviticus. Today, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Alyssa Bream discuss chapter 15 of Leviticus on the topic of "Bodily Discharges." Reading for the day: Leviticus 14-15

Small choices can have a big impact. Today in One Single Story, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark look at kosher laws in Leviticus 11. While Leviticus might be a difficult book for Christians, there are lessons we can learn from it even today. Reading for the day: Leviticus 11-13

The ordination of Priests in Leviticus 8 was a special event filled with responsibilities. While as Christians we don't have the same process, there is still a new responsibility that comes as a Pastor today. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark discuss how ordinations work today. Reading for the day: Leviticus 8-10

Continuing in Leviticus with Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark, we look the instructions on blood and fat, as well as the portion of offerings for priests in chapter 7. The details of Leviticus reminds us to be faithful with what we have and that God has a plan and purpose. Reading for the day: Leviticus 5-7

Today we begin Leviticus and discuss chapter 1 with Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark. While we don't participate in burnt offerings today, there is plenty we can learn from the book. God is a God of order and God still deserves the best today. Reading for the day: Leviticus 1-4

Today on One Single Story we wrap up Exodus and the glory of the Lord fills the Tabernacle.   Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark discuss what does it mean for the glory of the God to fill something? What does it mean to follow the Lord today? Reading for the day: Exodus 39-40

We continue in Exodus today in our One Single Story reading. Today Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark discuss generosity in the building of the Tabernacle in Exodus 36. in our One Single Story reading. Giving generously is a natural outflow our gratefulness to God. Reading for the day: Exodus 36-38 

In Exodus 33, Moses asked God to "show me your glory." Today on the One Single Story podcast we look at seeing God's glory and knowing God's heart. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark talk discuss this passage and why Moses couldn't see God's face. Reading for the day: Exodus 33-35