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From Rock Bottom to Calling: Pastor Nick’s Powerful Testimony | Hearing God’s Voice

What does it really look like to hear God’s voice—and follow it? Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Nick Shaner to unpack his powerful testimony. From growing up in a small town with a surface-level faith, to experiencing loss, depression, and confusion after high school—Nick shares how God met him in his lowest moment and radically changed his direction.You’ll hear about:✅ A childhood moment that sparked real faith ✅ A season of feeling lost and without purpose ✅ The turning point when everything changed ✅ How God’s calling isn’t always loud—but always faithful ✅ Why saying “yes” to Jesus doesn’t mean life gets easier—but it does bring peaceThis conversation will encourage anyone waiting on God, wrestling with purpose, or learning to trust Him through uncertainty. 📍 Shepherd Church of the Nazarene (Ohio) 🌐 Learn more: https://shepnaz.org 🎧 More episodes: https://shepnaz.org/podcast💬 We’d love to hear from you! Email: podcast@shepnaz.org👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode 👉 Drop a comment: Have you ever experienced a moment where God redirected your life? Chapters 00:00 Intro & Guest Welcome 00:45 Why We All Have a Story 02:30 Growing Up in a Small Town Faith 05:15 A Childhood Decision to Follow Jesus 07:30 Faith on the Back Burner 10:30 Life Falls Apart After High School 12:30 Hitting Rock Bottom 14:00 “What Do You Want Your Life to Be About?” 16:00 Hearing God’s Call to Ministry 18:00 A Defining Spiritual Moment 20:00 Confirmation Through Others 21:30 Saying Yes to the Call 23:00 Ministry Journey Begins 25:00 The Reality of Following Jesus 26:30 Peace in Uncertainty 27:45 Final Encouragement & Prayer Invitation

When Worship Becomes Real Again | Heart of Worship + A Powerful Personal Encounter

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack leads a special Worship Wednesday focused on coming back to the true heart of worship. Starting with the powerful story behind“The Heart of Worship” by Matt Redman, this episode reminds us that worship isn’t about production, music quality, or performance—it’s about the posture of our hearts before Jesus. Then, Pastor Zack shares a deeply personal moment from a spiritual retreat that inspired a rewritten version of“As the Deer.” In a season of burnout and exhaustion, God used a powerful real-life encounter to remind him—and us—that true refreshment comes only from the Lord. If you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, or spiritually depleted, this episode will encourage you to pause, worship, and return to the One who sustains you. 🙏 We’d love to pray for you — email us anytime at podcast@shepnaz.org 🔔 Subscribe for daily encouragement from the Shepnaz Podcast 💬 Share your thoughts or prayer requests in the comments 📲 Connect and explore more at: * https://shepnaz.org * https://shepnaz.org/podcast Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Worship Wednesday 00:27 – A Different Kind of Episode (Solo Worship Time) 00:46 – The Story Behind “The Heart of Worship” 02:09 – When Worship Becomes Entertainment 02:50 – Stripping Worship Back to the Basics 03:31 – What Worship Really Is 04:23 – Reflection: Simple Worship Matters 04:46 – A Personal Song & Missed Goals 05:31 – Rewriting “As the Deer” 06:16 – A Spiritual Retreat in a Hard Season 07:14 – Why That Song Wouldn’t Leave My Mind 08:03 – The Deer Encounter (Powerful Moment) 09:09 – God’s Message in the Encounter 09:54 – Encouragement for the Weary 10:45 – Final Reminder: God Sustains 10:58 – Prayer Invitation & Closing

Faith That Lasts 100 Years | Noah’s Patience & Obedience (Pastor Rob)

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick returns as guest host while Pastor Rob continues breaking down Sunday’s message on the life of Noah. In Part 2, we explore what it really means to live by faith—not just for a moment, but for a lifetime. Noah didn’t just respond to God once… he trusted Him for over 100 years. Through ridicule, uncertainty, and long seasons of waiting, Noah’s faith remained steady.This episode dives into: * Faith that perseveres through time * Why obedience matters more than outcomes * How to grow your faith through daily relationship with God * What God might be calling YOU to step into right now 💬 Whether you feel stuck, discouraged, or unsure of your next move, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to trust God one step at a time.—📍 Learn more about Shepherd Church: 👉 https://shepnaz.org 🎧 Listen to more episodes: 👉 https://shepnaz.org/podcast 📩 We’d love to hear from you: podcast@shepnaz.org 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to help others discover the Shepnaz Podcast! Chapters 00:00 Welcome & Recap of Noah (Part 1) 00:47 Guest Host Pastor Nick + Message Setup 02:08 Faith Gives Patience to Endure 02:32 Noah’s 100-Year Assignment 04:09 Facing Ridicule & Staying Faithful 05:20 What Is Real Success in God’s Eyes? 07:25 God’s Vision Is Bigger Than You Think 09:03 Do You Need Faith for What You’re Doing? 10:15 Strengthening Faith Through Relationship with God 12:10 Trust, Confidence, and Obedience 13:10 The Moment Faith Becomes Sight (Ark & Animals) 14:26 When God Shows Up 15:25 Faith the Size of a Mustard Seed 16:14 Take the First Step of Faith Today 16:53 Final Encouragement & Closing

Faith That Acts: Lessons from Noah (Guest Host Pastor Nick) | Shepnaz Podcast

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick steps in as guest host while Pastor Zack is away, and we dive deeper into Pastor Rob’s Sunday message from the series “Lessons from the Legends.” This episode focuses on Noah and the powerful role of faith—a faith that trusts God even when there is no proof, no precedent, and no clear path forward. Together, we explore how Noah’s obedience shows us what it looks like to: * Act on faith when God speaks * Trust God when things don’t make sense * Stand firm even in the face of opposition Noah’s story reminds us that real faith isn’t just belief—it’s action, courage, and obedience. 👉 Learn more about Shepherd Church: https://shepnaz.org 👉 Watch more episodes: https://shepnaz.org/podcast 📩 We’d love to hear from you! Email us: podcast@shepnaz.org 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, comment, and share to encourage others! Chapters 00:00 – Welcome with Guest Host Pastor Nick 00:45 – Series Overview: Lessons from the Legends 02:05 – What Is Faith? (Biblical vs. World Definition) 04:00 – Noah’s Story in Genesis 6 06:50 – Faith Leads to Action (Building the Ark) 08:40 – Faith Without Action Is Dead 10:00 – Faith Gives Courage When It Doesn’t Make Sense 13:05 – Facing Ridicule and Opposition 14:50 – Pleasing God vs Pleasing People 16:20 – Obedience as an Expression of Love for God 17:45 – Key Takeaways + Closing Thoughts

From Resistance to Calling: Pastor Bryanna’s Missionary Journey | Shepnaz Podcast

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Bryanna to unpack her powerful testimony—from growing up at Shepherd Church to wrestling with God’s call to missions, and ultimately discovering her place in ministry. Bryanna shares honestly about: * Hearing God’s call at a young age * The struggle of surrendering her own dreams * How a life-changing Easter moment shifted everything * Her mission trip to Uganda and encountering God deeply * Discovering that being a “missionary” isn’t limited to overseas—it’s a lifestyle This episode is a reminder that every name has a story, and God is faithfully pursuing each one of us—no matter where we are in our journey. 🙌 Whether you're questioning your purpose, wrestling with calling, or simply looking to grow in your faith, this conversation will encourage you. 👉 Learn more about Shepherd Church: https://shepnaz.org 🎙 Watch more episodes: https://shepnaz.org/podcast 📩 Have questions about calling or faith? Email us at podcast@shepnaz.org — we’d love to connect with you! 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE to encourage someone today! Chapters 00:00 – Welcome & Episode Heart: Every Story Matters 00:45 – Introducing Pastor Bryanna 01:30 – Growing Up at Shepherd Church 02:50 – Early Faith & First Steps in Ministry 04:00 – Hearing God’s Call to Missions 05:30 – Running from the Calling 06:50 – The Turning Point: Easter Encounter 08:30 – Saying Yes to God 09:30 – Identity Struggles & Surrender 10:50 – College, Missions & Uganda Experience 12:00 – A Life Transformed by God 12:40 – Unexpected Call to Local Church Ministry 13:20 – Wrestling with Calling is Normal 14:30 – The Gentle Voice of the Holy Spirit 15:30 – Jesus Understands Our Struggles 16:30 – God’s Faithful Pursuit 17:10 – Final Encouragement: Lean into Your Calling