One Single Story

Open Door Church
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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.

  1. 13h ago

    Integrity and Legacy - Proverbs 20:7 | July 28, 2026

    Welcome back to One Single Story! Today Pastor Stephen Mizell and Jay Rivenbark are joined by Wendy Korbusieski for a candid conversation about integrity, legacy, and what it really means to live a whole life in a culture obsessed with image and online personas. This episode digs into why what we build in private always finds its way into public, and why that matters for every parent, leader, and follower of Christ. Scripture Focus: Proverbs 20:7 - This standalone proverb declares that the righteous walk in integrity, and blessed are their children after them. The hosts unpack this legacy-defining verse and what it means to leave behind more than material wealth. In This Episode: The difference between leaving children a material inheritance versus a spiritual legacy of integrity Why character, not cash, is the true marker of a life well-lived What hidden, consistent integrity looks like for leaders in an age of online personas and public branding The critical difference between authenticity and transparency How private compromises can quietly shape the spiritual future of your children and grandchildren A powerful illustration comparing internal toxicity to a chemical leak, and how unresolved issues eventually affect the people around us Personal, honest reflections on owning past mistakes with grown children Key Quote: "It's what's out of the spotlight that really defines who you are... it is my private life that enables me to have a public life of ministry." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a weekday devotional podcast offering brief, thoughtful lessons drawn from that day's reading in the One Year Bible. Hosted by the pastoral team at Open Door Church, each episode brings scripture into conversation with real life, real questions, and real faith. Open Door Church is located in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more at visitopendoor.com or explore the full podcast library at onesinglestory.com. If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to One Single Story so you never miss a daily lesson from God's word. Share it with a friend who needs to hear this message today. Coming This Week: Join us for more daily devotionals from this week's readings in the One Year Bible, as we continue exploring practical wisdom from Proverbs and beyond for everyday faith and leadership. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Proverbs #Integrity #ChristianLeadership #Legacy #Authenticity #DailyDevotion

    Integrity and Legacy - Proverbs 20:7 | July 28, 2026

  2. 1d ago

    Laziness, Discernment, and True Loyalty - Proverbs 20:4-6 | July 27, 2026

    Welcome back to One Single Story. This week, Pastor Stephen Mizell and Pastor Jay Rivenbark are joined by Pastor Wendy Korbusieski for a study in Proverbs 20:4-6 - three verses that diagnose laziness, hidden motives, and loud loyalty. The team talks about why problems we discover "at harvest" were actually planted, or neglected, much earlier - in marriage, parenting, friendships, finances, and ministry. They dig into how genuine curiosity, not manipulation, is what draws real wisdom out of people. And they close on the difference between loud, self-promoting loyalty and the quiet faithfulness that only time can prove. Key quote: "When you stop trying to market your own name and start executing the hidden seasonal obedience, you step out of the crowd of talkers into a rare company of faithful people." One Single Story is a weekday devotional from Open Door Church in Edenton, North Carolina, walking through the One Year Bible. Learn more at visitopendoor.com and onesinglestory.com. Subscribe so you don't miss the rest of the week in Proverbs. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Proverbs #Faith

    Laziness, Discernment, and True Loyalty - Proverbs 20:4-6 | July 27, 2026

  3. 4d ago

    Humility in Victory - Psalm 18:37 -50 | July 24, 2026

    Welcome to today's edition of One Single Story. Pastor Stephen Mizell and Pastor Jay Rivenbark are joined by Pastor Sheryl Daughety to close out their study of Psalm 18, wrestling with what it means to win with humility, keep our hearts guarded when God gives us victory over our enemies, and rest in the truth that our lives are part of a much bigger, generational story than our current circumstances. Scripture Focus: Psalm 18:37-50 - The closing verses of David's psalm of deliverance, celebrating his triumph over his enemies and crediting every bit of his strength and success to God, before anchoring the entire song in God's unfailing love toward him and his descendants forever. In This Episode: Understanding David's bold language about pursuing and overtaking his enemies, and the difference between righteous confidence and prideful gloating Why some seasons of life call us to move from simply being rescued to actively taking the offensive How to maintain private humility so it never becomes a public pride problem The connection between ongoing challenges and staying spiritually dependent on God Why seasons of difficulty can actually protect us from complacency and decline How God's covenant love across generations gives us rest and perspective in chaotic seasons Seeing our lives as one chapter in a much larger story God is writing for the generations behind us Key Quote: "When you realize that your victory is backed by an eternal covenant, your shout of praise becomes an anchor for the generation that's coming behind you." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a weekday devotional podcast that walks through the One Year Bible reading plan, offering honest, conversational teaching that connects scripture to everyday life. Each episode brings together pastors in real dialogue around God's Word, making Bible study approachable, practical, and rooted in community. This episode comes from Open Door Church in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more at visitopendoor.com or onesinglestory.com. Subscribe to One Single Story so you never miss a day of walking through God's Word together. New episodes release every weekday to help you stay grounded in scripture no matter how busy life gets. Coming This Week: Join us as we continue moving through the One Year Bible reading plan, digging into new passages each weekday and unpacking how they speak to real challenges in our walk with God. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Psalm18 #Humility #GenerationalBlessing #KingDavid #BibleDevotionalf

    Humility in Victory - Psalm 18:37 -50 | July 24, 2026

  4. 5d ago

    He Delights in Us - Psalm 18:16 -36 | July 23, 2026

    Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Sheryl Daughety for a heartfelt conversation on Psalm 18:16-36, exploring what it means to be rescued by God not out of obligation, but because He genuinely delights in us. This episode digs into the difference between obedience born from fear and obedience born from love, and what it looks like to stand firm when life gets unstable. Scripture Focus: Psalm 18:16-36 - David shifts from recounting his physical rescue from deep waters to a personal declaration of integrity, righteousness, and trust in God. This section highlights God making David's feet "as sure as the feet of a deer" even in high, treacherous places. In This Episode: Why David's declarations of blamelessness reflect a heart postured toward God, not sinless perfection The difference between fearing punishment and being motivated by knowing God delights in you How childhood teaching about conditional love can create insecurity in our relationship with God Untangling the tension between "God loves you no matter what" and the reality that intimacy with Him requires repentance What spiritual stability looks like when leading through volatile or uncertain seasons Practical convictions that keep our feet steady on slippery spiritual ground Key Quote: "You should stop trying to hold yourself up through your own grit and rest in the hand that is currently supporting your weight, and that is the Almighty God." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a weekday devotional podcast offering a brief, practical lesson from that day's reading in the One Year Bible. Hosted by the pastoral team at Open Door Church, each episode is designed to help listeners connect Scripture to everyday life through honest, conversational Bible study. Open Door Church is located in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more at visitopendoor.com and explore more episodes at onesinglestory.com. Subscribe to One Single Story so you never miss a weekday devotional. Hit the notification bell to join us for daily conversations around the Word of God. Coming This Week: Stay tuned as we continue walking through the One Year Bible reading plan, with fresh daily conversations on Scripture, faith, and how to live it out in real life. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Psalms #PsalmOfDavid #GodDelightsInYou #SpiritualStability #TrustInGod

    He Delights in Us - Psalm 18:16 -36 | July 23, 2026

  5. 6d ago

    Crying Out in Crisis - Psalm 18:1-15 | July 22, 2026

    Welcome to One Single Story! Today, host Pastor Stephen Mizell and Pastor Jay Rivenbark are joined by Pastor Sheryl Daughety for a powerful conversation through Psalm 18:1-15, exploring the many names David gives to God, the intensity of crying out in crisis, and what it means to know God as multi-dimensional rather than distant. Scripture Focus: Psalm 18:1-15 - A psalm of David, written after his deliverance from Saul and all his adversaries. David responds to God's rescue not with a quick thank you, but with an overwhelming, intentional outpouring of praise, worship, and adoration. In This Episode: Why David's gratitude and worship after deliverance challenges us to praise God as much as we petition Him The meaning behind God's many names in this psalm - rock, fortress, savior, shield, stronghold A word study on the Hebrew terms behind "rock" and "cliff," and their surprising connection to California's Big Sur Why David describes his rescue in such cosmic, cinematic imagery, even though it was a series of localized escapes How to remember that God hears our prayers even when our voices feel small, desperate, or drowned out The spiritual warfare present in David's long, protracted season of running and waiting to become king Key Quote: "The volume of your faith matters infinitely more than the volume of your voice." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a weekday podcast offering a brief, honest conversation around a section of that day's reading in the One Year Bible. Each episode brings together pastors and hosts digging into Scripture together, making God's Word approachable, personal, and applicable to everyday life. One Single Story is a ministry of Open Door Church in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more at visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe so you never miss a daily edition of One Single Story, and join us as we walk through the One Year Bible together, one single story at a time. Coming This Week: Stay with us as we continue moving through the Psalms this week, uncovering more of David's honest, unfiltered relationship with God through prayer, praise, and the trials that shaped his faith. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Psalm18 #PsalmsOfDavid #KingDavid #PrayerLife #FaithOverFear

    Crying Out in Crisis - Psalm 18:1-15 | July 22, 2026

  6. Jul 21

    Guarding Your Heart from Worldly Wealth - Psalm 17:1-15 | July 21, 2026

    Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Sheryl Daughety for today's edition of One Single Story as they dig into Psalm 17:1-15, David's urgent prayer for vindication in the face of ruthless enemies. The conversation explores what it means to invite God to examine our hearts, why integrity requires ongoing internal scrutiny, and how believers can guard against chasing worldly wealth instead of resting in God's presence. Scripture Focus: Psalm 17:1-15 - A high-tension petition from David, written while he feels surrounded by prideful and ruthless people. David asks God to test his heart, protect him "as the apple of your eye," and hide him "in the shadow of your wings," ultimately contrasting worldly satisfaction in wealth with true satisfaction found in God's presence. In This Episode: Why David opens his prayer by insisting it doesn't come "from deceitful lips," and how our own prayers can be shaped by hidden motives The importance of inviting God to test our thoughts and examine our hearts, even when the process feels uncomfortable or exposing Unpacking the imagery of being kept as "the apple of God's eye" and hidden "in the shadow of His wings" How to respond to criticism, gossip, and attacks from both inside and outside the church A candid conversation about wealth, contentment, and the difference between having resources and pursuing them Practical ways to guard your heart, including being intentional about who you allow to influence you Why an ongoing internal audit of our motivations is essential to a satisfied, integrity-filled life Key Quote: "Let the world have its temporary treasures, but set your heart on the only thing that satisfies, and that is Christ." One Single Story is a weekday podcast from Open Door Church that walks through the One Year Bible reading plan, offering brief, honest conversations around Scripture to help you grow in your walk with God one day at a time. Each episode is designed to be a quick but meaningful stop in your day, connecting the day's reading to real life. This episode comes to you from Open Door Church in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more about the church at visitopendoor.com or explore the full podcast library at onesinglestory.com. Subscribe to One Single Story so you never miss a daily conversation around God's Word. New episodes release every weekday, walking through Scripture one step at a time. Coming This Week: Join us as we continue through the One Year Bible reading plan, exploring more of the Psalms and uncovering fresh insight for daily life and faith. Grab your Bible, a pen, and paper, and walk through God's Word with us each weekday. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Psalm17 #Psalms #AppleOfHisEye #Contentment #WalkingWithGod

    Guarding Your Heart from Worldly Wealth - Psalm 17:1-15 | July 21, 2026

  7. Jul 20

    Finding Contentment in God Alone - Psalm 16:1-11 | July 20, 2026

    Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Sheryl Daughety for a conversation about the "little gods" that quietly compete for first place in our hearts, and what it means to find true contentment in the Lord. Scripture Focus: Psalm 16:1-11 - David's psalm of satisfaction and security in God, rejecting other gods and resting in the Lord's constant presence. In This Episode: How everyday things, even good ones, can become "little g" gods Why healthy boundaries protect our relationship with God Living in daily awareness of God's presence, not just belief in it Breaking the comparison-discontentment cycle Key Quote: "Contentment only comes when we are able to see what God has provided, instead of what somebody else possesses." One Single Story offers brief weekday lessons from the One Year Bible. Subscribe to walk through Scripture with us, one story at a time. #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #Psalms #Contentment #Faith

    Finding Contentment in God Alone - Psalm 16:1-11 | July 20, 2026

  8. Jul 17

    Wages vs. Gift: How Grace Justifies the Ungodly - Romans 4:1-12 | July 17, 2026

    Welcome to today's edition of One Single Story! Pastor Stephen Mizell and Pastor Jay Rivenbark are joined by Pastor Alyssa Bream for a rich conversation in Romans 4:1-12, exploring the difference between wages and gifts, and what it means to be justified by faith rather than works. Scripture Focus: Romans 4:1-12 - Paul defends the doctrine of justification by faith, using Abraham as his central example. He shows that Abraham was credited righteousness through faith before he was circumcised, proving that God's grace has never depended on religious ritual or performance, for Jew or Gentile alike. In This Episode: How our cultural "bootstraps" work ethic distorts our understanding of grace Why viewing God as an employer instead of a Father leads us astray The shocking truth that God "justifies the ungodly" and what that phrase means across Bible translations Wrestling honestly with which sins we struggle to believe are truly forgivable What justification really means: "just as if you had never done it" Why Abraham's circumcision timeline matters for both Jews and Gentiles How faith always comes before outward signs, in the Old Testament and the New Key Quote: "Justification means just as if you had never done it. You have been made right, or righteous. And whether it is pride or greed or lying or adultery... the same act of forgiveness and justification happens." One Single Story is a daily devotional podcast walking through the One Year Bible reading plan, offering brief, honest, and thought-provoking conversations around God's Word. Each weekday, our hosts break down a passage from the current reading to help you grow in faith, one story at a time. Join us at Open Door Church in Edenton, North Carolina. Learn more at visitopendoor.com and onesinglestory.com. Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss a new episode of One Single Story, and share it with a friend who could use some daily encouragement in the Word. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #Romans #Justification #GraceNotWorks #Abraham #BibleTranslations

    Wages vs. Gift: How Grace Justifies the Ungodly - Romans 4:1-12 | July 17, 2026
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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.

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    Open Door Church
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
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