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 between being a peacekeeper and a peacemaker, stressing that true peace comes with resolving conflict through humility and love. Personal stories and biblical insights are shared to illustrate how one can experience God's peace despite life's challenges. The episode concludes with a call to seek reconciliation in relationships and to depend on God's grace for lasting peace the surpasses understanding.

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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 the importance of Christian community and the significance of being content. They also address how to encourage those struggling with a lack of joy, highlighting the need for honesty, godly counsel, and spending time in God's presence. The episode concludes with reflections on the transformative power of joy which is a fruit of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer.

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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 emphasizes that love is an action, and that God Himself demonstrates what genuine looks like. Susan and Keidra highlight the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers and share personal anecdotes revealing how the Holy Spirit guides them out of their comfort zones to act in love towards others, even when it is hard and uncomfortable. The episode concludes with a prayer and an invitation for listeners to say 'yes' to the love of Christ and live a life more fully devoted to Him.

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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 and the Holy Spirit's role in the redemption, salvation and transformation of believers who surrender to His presence. Practical advice on staying connected with the Holy Spirit by developing daily habits acknowledging His presence, asking for understanding while reading scripture, and expectant prayer that relies on His power, emphasizing that He is a crucial part of the Trinity and plays a critical role in believer's everyday lives. The hosts also share anecdotes about their experiences with the Holy Spirit, aiming to encourage believers to develop a deeper relationship with Him. They conclude with a prayer for listeners t grow in their relationship with God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.

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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, which helps explain the addictive nature of social media and why humility can be challenging in a self-focused culture. They discuss the importance of shifting focus from self to God and others as a means of becoming more humble, and how our culture's focus on self, especially through social media, makes humility challenging for most people. They share biblical insights, highlighting that true humility means valuing others above ourselves and following the example of Jesus. The hosts emphasize that humility is a daily choice and a key to spiritual growth and experiencing God's blessings. The episode encourages listeners to practice daily surrender and dependence on God and serving others with compassion and love, as ways of practicing humility. The episode closes with a prayer and an announcement that this is the 10th and final episode of season 1, with season 2 launching November 6, 2025.

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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 love and protection. The hosts emphasize that obedience is not natural for humans but is learned, much like a child learns from a parent. They discuss how Jesus, God's son, "learned obedience through the things he suffered" (Hebrews 5:8), and his example serves as a model for believers. The episode highlights many benefits and blessings of obedience, including joy, happiness, comfort, peace, hope, wisdom and more. The hosts emphasize that obedience is not a means to earn salvation, rather it is a response to God's love and grace as a demonstration of trust. The episode concludes with a reminder that God is gracious and stands ready to forgive, encouraging listeners to take one step of obedience at a time and experience the benefits and blessings of living according to God's word and will.

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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 concept of love being an action, referencing Gary Chapman's book, 'The Five Love Languages'. Susan shares her belief that God's love language is obedience, referencing 1 John 5:3 that says, "And this is love for God... that we obey His commands and his commands are not a burden." They explore different passages that define what Christlike love looks like in action. The discussion also includes insights on loving one's enemies and highlights the significance of love as the ultimate expression of God's character. They conclude by encouraging believers to live out these principles in their relationships, affirming that genuine love reflects God's heart and character.

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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 life, better health, and more satisfying relationships. They offer practical steps for maintaining hope and emphasize that true hope is found in a relationship with Jesus. This hope, anchored by faith in God, helps navigate life's challenges and sustains believers, even in difficult times. The episode concludes with a prayer, encouraging listeners to find strength and hope in their faith.

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