Kingdom Resumes vs. Cultural Resumes - 2 Corinthians 11:16-33 | September 10, 2026

Join Pastor Stephen Mizell, Pastor Jay Rivenbark, and Pastor Wendy Korbusieski for today's edition of One Single Story as they dig into 2 Corinthians 11:16-33 and unpack what it really means to build a "kingdom resume" instead of a cultural one. The hosts discuss Paul's unusual boasting, the daily pressure of caring for others, and the surprising story of Paul's escape in a basket—all pointing to a bigger truth about humility, endurance, and trusting God with the burdens we carry. Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 11:16-33 - In this passage, Paul reluctantly defends his apostleship by listing his sufferings rather than his accomplishments: beatings, imprisonments, shipwrecks, and constant danger, followed by his "daily pressure" of concern for the churches. The chapter closes with the vivid image of Paul being lowered from the city wall in a basket to escape arrest. In This Episode: Comparing Paul's list of sufferings to a modern-day cultural or ministry resume Why kingdom leadership is marked by sacrifice and authenticity rather than comfort and status The danger of pastors and leaders adopting a "savior mentality" instead of trusting Jesus as the true Savior Practical ways to guard against burnout: Sabbath rest, trusted relationships, delegation, and boundaries Learning to carry burdens for a season without internalizing them permanently What the basket-and-wall story reveals about humility, transparency, and the real cost of following Christ The difference between building a "resume" and building a "family photo album" of ministry Key Quote: "Boast in your weaknesses and let the endurance of Christ be your true credential." About One Single Story: One Single Story is a daily podcast where hosts walk through a portion of that day's reading in the One Year Bible, offering brief, practical lessons to help listeners connect with God's Word every day of the week. Open Door Church, Edenton, North Carolina visitopendoor.com | onesinglestory.com Subscribe to One Single Story so you never miss a daily lesson from God's Word. New episodes release each weekday to help you stay grounded in Scripture. Coming This Week: Join us as we continue moving through the One Year Bible reading plan, exploring new passages and practical lessons each weekday on One Single Story. Hashtags: #OneYearBible #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudy #DailyDevotional #OpenDoorChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianLife #Scripture #Faith #2Corinthians #PaulTheApostle #KingdomLeadership #PastoralBurnout #ChristianLeadership