One Step Closer

Michael Spurlock and Brandon Stone
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One Step Closer brings you honest conversations about faith, ministry, and following Jesus with Michael Spurlock and Brandon Stone. For those who preach, lead, and serve.

  1. 1d ago

    One Step Deeper: The Omniscience of God

    The Omniscience of God God knows our actions, our thoughts, and our future. Michael Spurlock walks through Psalm 139 to explain God's omniscience and why being fully known by God should lead us to honesty, trust, and prayer. Nothing about us is hidden from God. Michael explores how God's complete knowledge challenges our motives, comforts us when others misunderstand us, and gives us reason to trust Him with tomorrow. The episode closes with David's prayer for God to search his heart and show him what needs to change. 0:00 Intro: God knows you completely 1:49 What omniscience means 2:33 God knows our actions 5:01 God knows our thoughts 7:22 God knows our future 8:46 Trusting God with tomorrow 10:06 Search me, O God Selected Scripture references: Psalm 139:1-4, 16, 23-24; Hebrews 4:13; Isaiah 46:9-10. Hosted by Michael Spurlock. One Step Deeper is a focused biblical conversation from the One Step Closer Network.

    One Step Deeper: The Omniscience of God

  2. 4d ago

    Season 2, Episode 8: Keys To Revival

    What are we asking for when we pray for revival? Brandon and Michael talk about lasting change, the youth-group devotions that stayed with them, and the pride, attitudes and excuses they still have to surrender. From football heartbreak to honest self-examination, this conversation comes back to a personal question: what needs to change in me? 00:00 A question about revival00:15 Welcome and football heartbreak10:32 What do we mean by revival13:03 More than making things look better15:41 A cleanout of the heart23:12 A meeting or a lasting change24:41 The devotions that stayed with us31:16 What does surrender cost39:08 The attitude we excuse40:59 Pride, complacency and control54:31 Start with what is in front of you1:03:06 Emotion and lasting change1:08:49 Conviction, repentance, obedience and fruit1:16:10 What would your family notice1:19:19 Looking at ourselves before judging others1:26:14 Questions to take home1:28:45 Ask God to change you

    Season 2, Episode 8: Keys To Revival

  3. Oct 22

    One Step Deeper: What IS The Bible Actually About?

    What IS The Bible Actually About?  What is the Bible actually about? Michael Spurlock follows its central message from Genesis to Revelation: Jesus Christ, His sacrifice for sin, and His victory over death. The episode closes with a question for every reader: how will we respond to Jesus?  0:00 Intro and the question: What is the Bible actually about? 1:03 The Scriptures testify of Jesus 1:46 The Bible reveals the Savior 4:12 The Bible reveals the sacrifice 6:06 The Savior's victory 7:48 One story centered on Christ 9:04 How will we respond to Jesus?  Scripture referenced: John 5:39; Genesis 1:1; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 12:3; Matthew 1:21; Romans 3:23; Hebrews 10:4; Isaiah 53:5; 2 Corinthians 5:21; John 19:30; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4.  Hosted by Michael Spurlock. One Step Deeper is a focused biblical conversation from the One Step Closer Network.

    One Step Deeper: What IS The Bible Actually About?

  4. Oct 19

    Season 2, Episode 7: Seeking Approval

    Whose approval are you living for? Brandon and Michael talk about people pleasing, the fear of disappointing others, and obeying God when everyone won't agree. They also discuss receiving criticism, setting boundaries, and knowing when to say no. Chapters 0:00 Opening 0:58 Welcome back 3:11 Why do we care what people think? 20:35 The fear of man 38:17 Appalachian Jubilee 39:54 Back to the conversation 41:58 Receiving criticism 46:17 Loving people without being controlled 53:16 Learning when to say no 1:02:19 How to stop living for approval 1:09:27 Honest rapid-fire questions 1:17:44 Whose approval gets the final say?

    Season 2, Episode 7: Seeking Approval

  5. Oct 15

    One Step Deeper: Why Are There So Many Bible Versions?

    Why Are There So Many Bible Versions? Why do English Bibles use different wording, and why does One Step Closer use the King James Version? Michael Spurlock discusses how God's Word came to us, the purpose of translation, and the conviction behind using the King James Version on One Step Closer and One Step Deeper. He also warns against arguing about Bible versions while neglecting to read and obey the Bible. 0:00 Intro and the question: Why so many Bible versions? 1:36 God's Word was given 2:46 God's Word was translated 4:05 Why we use the King James Bible 5:48 God's Word must be treasured 6:13 More than an argument Scripture referenced: 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21; Psalm 119:89; Psalm 119:105; Psalm 119:160. Hosted by Michael Spurlock. One Step Deeper is a focused biblical conversation from the One Step Closer Network.

    One Step Deeper: Why Are There So Many Bible Versions?

  6. Oct 12

    Season 2, Episode 6: Convictions Or Commands

    Where does a personal conviction end and a biblical command begin? Brandon and Michael talk about music, clothing, entertainment, church culture and the danger of treating our preferences like Scripture. There’s room for different convictions. There’s also a difference between Christian liberty and looking for a loophole. The goal is to know God’s Word, follow it and love people who may do things differently. Before the conversation, Brandon shares the story of getting stranded in the Outer Banks, and Michael explains why getting older is catching up with him. Chapters 0:00 When does a conviction become a command? 0:28 Welcome 1:13 Stranded in the Outer Banks 9:28 Getting older and keeping perspective 11:59 Does the Bible actually say that? 17:56 Where our convictions come from 21:50 When commands become personal preferences 32:20 Appalachian Jubilee 33:57 What is a personal conviction? 38:06 Church culture and different backgrounds 50:28 Can Christians disagree about the same song? 58:07 Entertainment, clothing and conscience 1:07:17 Do our standards produce holiness or pride? 1:09:46 Rapid-fire everyday scenarios 1:15:20 Five questions before adopting a conviction 1:21:09 Knowing the Word and living for God

    Season 2, Episode 6: Convictions Or Commands

  7. Oct 8

    One Step Deeper: Can We Trust God's Word?

    Can We Trust God's Word? The Bible claims to be more than a collection of good thoughts about God. It claims to be the Word of God. Michael Spurlock explains why Christians can trust Scripture as inspired, preserved, and profitable. God used human writers, preserved His Word, and gave it to teach, correct, equip, and point us to Jesus Christ. The question is more than whether we can trust the Bible. It is whether we will trust and obey it. 0:00 Intro and the question: Can we trust God's Word? 1:48 The Bible is inspired 3:36 The Bible is preserved 5:27 The Bible is profitable 7:27 Will we trust the Bible? Scripture referenced: 2 Timothy 3:16–17; 2 Peter 1:20–21; Psalm 12:6–7; Matthew 24:35; Hebrews 4:12; Psalm 119:105. Hosted by Michael Spurlock. One Step Deeper is a focused biblical conversation from the One Step Closer Network.

    One Step Deeper: Can We Trust God's Word?

  8. Oct 5

    Season 2, Episode 5: Forgiveness

    Forgiveness gets harder when the hurt is personal. Michael and Brandon talk about bitterness, forgiving someone who never apologizes, and the boundaries that may still need to stay in place. Through Scripture and their own stories, they work through letting go of an offense and rebuilding a relationship. Chapters: 00:00 Before we get started 00:31 Welcome and catching up 06:58 Why forgiveness is hard 12:31 How hurt becomes bitterness 19:34 When they never apologize 28:31 More than saying I forgive you 34:27 What happens when bitterness builds up 41:23 Forgiveness, memory and boundaries 46:20 Appalachian Jubilee 47:57 Among the Gentiles Ministries 49:25 Forgive and comfort: 2 Corinthians 2 1:03:04 Forgiveness and reconciliation 1:06:39 Jesus gives Peter a way forward 1:11:23 Brandon: rebuilding a relationship 1:20:58 Michael: the apology letter 1:28:31 Closing thoughts One Step Closer Podcast | Season 2, Episode 5 Forgiveness Hosted by Michael Spurlock and Brandon Stone

    Season 2, Episode 5: Forgiveness
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One Step Closer brings you honest conversations about faith, ministry, and following Jesus with Michael Spurlock and Brandon Stone. For those who preach, lead, and serve.

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  • Creator
    Michael Spurlock and Brandon Stone
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    128
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Michael Spurlock and Brandon Stone
  • Show Website
    One Step Closer
  • Provider
    Michael Spurlock