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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
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