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On this episode of the One Single Story podcast, we look into the 5th chapter of Deuteronomy. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark discuss the 10 commandments and how rules bring freedom. Today's Reading: Deuteronomy 5-7

We continue in the book of Deuteronomy today in chapter 4. On this episode of the One Single Story podcast, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark discuss why do we complicate obedience and challenging "just because." Today's Reading: Deuteronomy 3-4

Deuteronomy begins with a speech from Moses to the people reviewing where they had been and what they had done. On today's One Single Story podcast, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark talk about the value of reviewing and remembering. Today's Reading: Deuteronomy 1-2

Today is our last reading in Numbers, we look at chapter 35, verses 9-34. On this podcast Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark talk about of cities of refuge and who could use them. Today's Reading: Numbers 35-36

As we continue in Numbers, we see more instructions to Israel in chapter 33 verses 50-56. On today's One Single Story podcast Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Jay Rivenbark discuss how Israel was to divide the Promised Land. Today's Reading: Numbers 33-34

We continue in Numbers 31:1-24 today and more of Israel's story. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark   talk about the Midianites, partial obedience, and how anything can become an idol in our lives. Today's Reading: Numbers 31-32

Today on One Single Story we discuss Numbers 30 and the laws concerning vows and pledges. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Zack Unkenholz and Jay Rivenbark talk about the importance of vows as well as why changing our mind on vows can cause problems. Today's Reading: Numbers 28-30

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