One “Yes” @ A Time

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time podcast, hosts, Keidra and Susan discuss the Fruit of the Spirit of faithfulness. They describe faithfulness as consistency, dependability, loyalty, and keeping promises but emphasize that genuine, lasting  faithfulness is produced by the Holy Spirit and rooted in God's faithfulness. They explain the Greek word Paul used for faithfulness in Galatians 5:22 is the word 'pistis' ...

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley discuss what it means to say "yes" to goodness and how this fruit of God's Spirit grows in the life of a believer. They note how broadly the word "good" is used, then define goodness according to God's Word. They trace goodness to the creation story in Genesis where God declared that all He made "was good". T...

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time podcast hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley discuss saying 'yes' to kindness. They talk about the 'Pay It Forward" experiment and how even one act of genuine kindness can have a ripple effect that can touch hundreds, even thousands, of lives. They recount personal acts of kindness that others have done for them and share practical ways to be kind to others on a daily basis...

In this episode of the "One Yes At A Time' podcast, hosts Keidra and Susan discuss the characteristic of patience as a fruit of the Spirit. Using examples from everyday life, including personal anecdotes about impatience with technology and family, they explore how impatience affects our relationships and well-being. They emphasize the importance of recognizing the Holy Spirit's role in developing patience in believe...

In this episode of the 'One Yes At A Time' podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley explore the concept of "perfect peace" amidst the chaos, difficulties, and unrest in the world and in our lives. They discuss various scripture passages, including John 14:27, Philippians 4:6-7, and Isaiah 26:3, emphasizing the importance of trusting God and focusing on His promises. The co-hosts also highlight the difference ...

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time podcast, hosts Keidra and Susan discuss the concept of joy and its distinction from happiness, emphasizing that joy is internal and rooted in Christ, unlike happiness which is circumstantial. They explore how the holiday season can be difficult for many, and suggest practical ways to choose joy, such as getting rest, praising God, gratitude, and serving others. The conversation underscores t...

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley discuss the concept of being compelled by Christ's love as described in 2 Corinthians 5:14-15. They explore how the love of Christ can and should motivate believers to live for Christ rather than for themselves. The discussion extends to practical applications like forgiveness, prayer, rejoicing, holiness, and sharing the gospel. The episode e...

In the first episode of Season 2 of the One Yes At A Time podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley discuss the significance and role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christian. They explore why many may be apprehensive about the Holy Spirit, especially those unfamiliar with church teachings, and emphasize the Holy Spirit's role in comforting, helping, guiding, and teaching believers. The episode touches on the Trinity an...

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley explore the meaning of humility from both a person and biblical standpoint. The conversation begins by exploring the meaning of humility, its linguistic roots, and how it is often defined by what it is not - namely the absence of pride. The hosts reference scientific studies showing that talking about oneself activates pleasure centers in the brain...

In this episode of the 'One Yes At A Time" podcast, hosts Keidra and Susan discuss the importance of obedience to God, and why obedience is central to the Christian faith. The hosts explore the origins of obedience and disobedience, referencing the story of Adam and Eve and the consequences of their choice to disobey God's clear command. They highlight the importance of understanding God's commands as acts of lo...

In this episode of the 'One Yes At A Time' podcast, hosts Keidra and Susan discuss love from a biblical standpoint. They talk about the different types of love found in the Bible - Eros, Phileo, Agape, and Storge - as well as the combination of friendship love and familial love, philostorgus, that Paul speaks of when describing love for other brothers and sisters in Christ in Romans 12:10. The conversation covers the conc...

In this episode of the 'One Yes At A Time' podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley discuss the crucial role of hope in human life from a Christian perspective. They reference biblical scriptures to highlight hope's connection to a sense of purpose and well-being. The hosts share personal anecdotes, findings from a study done at the University of Missouri-Columbia, which found that hope is linked to a meaningful l...

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time podcast, hosts Keidra and Susan continue their exploration of faith, discussing hindrances and growth factors of faith. They focus on the significant role of unforgiveness as a hindrance to strong faith and effective prayer, referencing Mark 11:25-26. They emphasize forgiveness of others and oneself as a key factor in strengthening faith. They discuss the need for a support system of other b...

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley delve into the multifaceted subject of faith. They emphasize faith as the cornerstone of a believer's relationship with God through Jesus, discussing the importance of growing and exercising faith in daily life. Keidra shares insights highlighting that faith is not increased simply through prayer but by engaging with God's word and puttin...

In this episode of the One Yes At A Time Podcast, Keidra and Susan discuss the importance of saying yes to faith. Keidra talks about her experience in a new believers class where someone questioned their ability to have faith. She points to everyday acts of trust, like sitting in a chair that we have not inspected, to show that we all have a measure of faith to believe in something. The question is what are we putting our faith in?...

In this episode of the One "Yes" At A Time Podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley engage in an in-depth discussion on the authenticity and trustworthiness of the Bible. They highlight the historical, archaeological, and prophetic evidence supporting the Bible's divine inspiration, emphasizing the importance of absolute truth in a modern world increasingly driven by feelings and cultural norms. They reference sta...

In this episode, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley discuss the Christian's responsibility to share the good news about Jesus Christ. They explore the importance of faith, grace, forgiveness and Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. The hosts address the common misconception that everyone already knows who Jesus is and emphasizes the significance of actively practicing one's faith. They share several Bible verses to help li...

This episode is an introduction to the One Yes At A Time Podcast and an opportunity to meet your hosts. In this introductory episode of the One Yes At A Time Podcast, hosts Susan Dies and Keidra Hobley introduce the show's mission to encourage and challenge listeners to experience true freedom through surrendering to Jesus. They share personal anecdotes about their friendship, teachings from the Bible, and the importance of Go...