One Single Story

One Single Story is a weekly podcast from Open Door Church to help the church engage with the Bible outside of Sunday morning. Currently, we are going through one book of the Bible each week and focusing on a theme in each.Why One Single Story? We believe that the Bible is one single story from beginning to end. It is the story of Jesus Christ: why we need Him, that He was coming, came, died, rose again, ascended to heaven, and today lives with us. For this, we are thankful.Reading plan available at www.onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story is a religion podcast hosted by Open Door Church, with 1,000 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

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  Set Your Sights on Heaven - Colossians 3:1 -17 | October 7, 2026

  Oct 7, 202619 minS5

  Welcome to One Single Story, where each weekday we share a brief lesson from the day's reading in the One Year Bible. Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream open Colossians chapter 3 and discuss how to set our sights on heaven, why Paul calls greed idolatry, and what it takes to forgive someone who has deeply wounded us. Grab your Bible, a pen, and some paper, and join the conversation. Scripture Focus: Colossians 3:1-17 - Paul calls believers to leave behind their old way of life and live out their new identity in Christ. He urges them to set their minds on things above, put sin to death, and clothe themselves in compassion, kindness, forgiveness, and love. In This Episode: What it means to set our sights on heaven while still living faithfully on earth Why intentional focus matters, and why our lives need daily recalibration, like a sight that has drifted off target Colossians 3:11 and how Christ is all and in all, so the labels and boundaries that divide people, and even churches, fall away Why Paul tells believers to sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, and how much of our theology is shaped by what we sing Why Paul equates greed with idolatry, how it hides behind ambition, and why generosity is a better test than the amount of money How to forgive someone who has deeply hurt you, and why forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same thing Why forgiveness may need to be repeated again and again before we truly move on Key Quote: "Unforgiveness hurts you. It doesn't hurt the other person most of the time at all." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a daily Bible podcast from Open Door Church in Edenton, North Carolina. Each weekday, our pastors discuss a short section of the day's One Year Bible reading, helping you understand Scripture and apply it to everyday life. Whether you are reading through the Bible in a year or looking for daily encouragement, we invite you to follow along. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more at visitopendoor.com and onesinglestory.com. Subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications so you never miss a daily Bible study episode. Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement in God's Word today. Coming This Week: We continue our journey through the book of Colossians. Join us tomorrow for the next conversation in this letter of Paul. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Colossians #Colossians3 #Forgiveness #Idolatry #Greed #SetYourMindOnThingsAbove #NewLifeInChrist

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  Empty Philosophies, Legalism, and the Triumph of the Cross - Colossians 2:8-23 | September 6, 2026

  Oct 6, 202625 minS5

  Welcome to One Single Story. Pastor Stephen Mizell and Pastor Jay Rivenbark are joined by Pastor Alyssa Bream for today's reading in the One Year Bible, Colossians chapter 2. Together they look at freedom from empty philosophies, the triumph of the cross, and why man-made rules and legalism can never bring real transformation. Grab your Bible, a pen, and some paper, and join the conversation. Scripture Focus: Colossians 2:8-23 - Paul warns the church at Colossae not to be taken captive by hollow philosophies and human traditions. He reminds believers that Christ canceled the record of charges against them, nailed it to the cross, and publicly disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. In This Episode: Three sources of influence on how we think and live: human reasoning, spiritual powers of this world, and Christ (Colossians 2:8) The Roman triumphal parade imagery in Colossians 2:15, and what it means that Christ shamed the powers of darkness at the cross Modern philosophies that creep into the church, including secular humanism, relativism, consumerism, pragmatism, and the prosperity gospel The danger of treating theological correctness as the measure of faith, and why we can extend grace without abandoning truth How to shepherd someone carrying heavy guilt for sins Christ has already forgiven The difference between forgiveness and consequences, and why hearing "you are forgiven" matters The role of confession and community in healing (James 5:16) Why legalism produces pride or exhaustion, and why real change works from the inside out Why boundaries are healthy, but are never the measure of spirituality Key Quote: "Legalism brings it down to rules without relationship, and that's really of no value." About One Single Story: Each weekday, One Single Story offers a brief, practical conversation about a section of that day's reading in the One Year Bible. Our pastoral team shares insights, questions, and real-life application to help you read Scripture with understanding and apply it to your daily walk with Christ. Church Information: Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina. Visit visitopendoor.com to learn more about our church family and onesinglestory.com for more episodes and resources. Subscribe: If today's conversation encouraged you, subscribe to the One Single Story channel, like this video, and share it with a friend who is reading through the Bible. Turn on notifications so you never miss a weekday episode. Coming This Week: We continue our journey through the book of Colossians, exploring more of Paul's encouragement to live out a Christ-centered faith. Join us tomorrow for the next conversation. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Colossians #Colossians2 #Legalism #Forgiveness #GraceOverLegalism #OneSingleStory

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  Christ Above All - Colossians 1:18-2:7 | October 5, 2026

  Oct 5, 202623 minS5

  Welcome to One Single Story, where each weekday we share a brief lesson from the day's reading in the One Year Bible. Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Alyssa Bream begin a new week in the book of Colossians, looking at the preeminence of Christ and what it means to keep Jesus at the center of everything. Scripture Focus: Colossians 1:18 - 2:7 - In this passage, Paul describes Christ as the head of the church, the one in whom all fullness dwells, and the one who reconciled all things through His blood on the cross. He reveals the mystery of the gospel, "Christ in you, the hope of glory," and urges believers to be rooted and built up in Him. In This Episode: What it means that Christ is preeminent, the central axis everything in our lives revolves around Why all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are found in Christ (Colossians 2:3) The meaning of "work and struggle" in Colossians 1:29 and why ministry and the Christian life depend on Christ's power rather than our own strength How pastors can help believers move from treating faith as an addition to their schedule to aligning their whole lives around Jesus How Christ in you, the hope of glory, brings assurance and peace in trials, anxiety, and temptation, and why we should not isolate ourselves when we struggle Daily habits that keep believers rooted against cultural pressure, including unhurried prayer, uncompromised worship, active accountability, and spiritual disciplines like celebration, confession, and solitude Why basic practices like prayer, Bible reading, giving, and sharing your testimony build strong roots Key Quote: "We need to try to move people from addition to alignment." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a daily Bible study podcast from Open Door Church that walks through the One Year Bible. Each weekday, our pastors take a short section of the day's reading and talk through it with practical insight, honest conversation, and biblical encouragement. Whether you are a new believer or have studied Scripture for years, we hope One Single Story helps you stay consistent in God's Word and see how the whole Bible points to Jesus. Open Door Church is located in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more about our church and watch our current sermon series on Colossians at visitopendoor.com. Find more episodes and resources at onesinglestory.com. Subscribe to the One Single Story YouTube channel and turn on notifications so you never miss a daily episode. If this episode encouraged you, please like, comment, and share it with someone who is reading through the Bible this year. Coming This Week: We continue our journey through the book of Colossians, exploring what it means to live out the supremacy of Christ in everyday life. Join us each weekday as we keep reading, keep learning, and keep Jesus first. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Colossians #PreeminenceOfChrist #ChristInYou #SpiritualDisciplines #BookOfColossians

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  Trembling at God's Word - Isaiah 66:1-24 | October 2, 2026

  Oct 2, 202616 minS5

  Welcome back to One Single Story! In today's episode, Pastor Stephen Mizell and Pastor Jay Rivenbark are joined by Pastor Wendy Korbusieski to close out the book of Isaiah, wrestling with what it means to tremble at God's Word rather than take pride in the institutions we build. Scripture Focus: Isaiah 66:1-24 - The final chapter of Isaiah, where God declares that heaven is His throne and earth is His footstool, reminding His people that no building or institution can contain Him. Instead, He looks to the heart of the one who is humble and contrite in spirit. In This Episode: Why no human structure, building, or program can ever contain or impress God The danger of confusing what we've built with what God is actually doing How success can be harder to walk through faithfully than struggle What it practically looks like to "tremble" at God's Word in a culture that treats truth casually Why Scripture must shape our opinions on every issue, not just the ones that are convenient How Isaiah's vision of all nations worshiping God connects to the Great Commission and our mission today Key Quote: "It's harder to serve God and be successful than it is to serve God and be unsuccessful, because you begin to depend on yourself." About One Single Story: Each weekday, One Single Story offers a brief, conversational lesson drawn from that day's reading in the One Year Bible. Hosted by the pastoral team at Open Door Church, this podcast is designed to help you engage Scripture more deeply, one story at a time. Open Door Church is located in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more at visitopendoor.com or onesinglestory.com . Subscribe so you never miss a daily conversation around God's Word, and join us as we walk through the One Year Bible together. Coming This Week: We move from the book of Isaiah into new territory in our One Year Bible reading plan, continuing to dig into Scripture together one day at a time. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Isaiah #BookOfIsaiah #GreatCommission #BibleReading

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  Prayer and the Promise of New Heavens and a New Earth - Isaiah 62:6–65:25 | October 1, 2026

  Oct 1, 202618 minS5

  Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski for today's edition of One Single Story as they walk through Isaiah 62-65. This conversation centers on persistent intercession, the role of spiritual watchmen, the danger of self-righteousness, and the hope found in God's promise of a new heaven and a new earth. Scripture Focus: Isaiah 62:6–65:25 - In this section, Isaiah describes watchmen posted on Jerusalem's walls who are commanded to give the Lord no rest until He establishes praise in the earth. The passage moves through themes of restored identity, humble confession of human sinfulness, and God's ultimate promise of renewal and restoration. In This Episode: What it means to "give the Lord no rest" and how this reshapes our understanding of persistent prayer The weight and responsibility of being a spiritual watchman, drawn from the seriousness of falling asleep on watch Why prayer should be viewed as the actual work of ministry, not an addition to it How Isaiah 64:6 and the imagery of "filthy rags" guards against creeping self-righteousness The importance of surrounding yourself with people who can speak truth and humility into your life Finding hope in God's promise of new heavens and a new earth amid present cultural uncertainty How this future restoration gives purpose and perspective to present pain Key Quote: "Whatever we're praying about, how bad do you want to see me show up and work in this situation?" About One Single Story: One Single Story is a daily podcast where hosts from Open Door Church read through the One Year Bible together and discuss a passage from each day's reading. Each weekday episode offers a brief, conversational look at Scripture meant to encourage consistent time in God's Word. Open Door Church is located in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more at visitopendoor.com, and find more episodes and resources at onesinglestory.com. Subscribe to One Single Story so you never miss a daily conversation around God's Word. New episodes release every weekday, Monday through Friday. Coming This Week: Join us as we continue walking through the book of Isaiah, exploring more of God's promises of restoration and the call to persistent faith. Be sure to come back tomorrow for the next episode in this ongoing journey through Scripture. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Isaiah #Intercession #Prayer #NewHeavensNewEarth #BibleReading

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