DoorWays® Ministry Podcast

Habakkuk: Living by faith in confusing times

In this episode of the DoorWays Ministry Podcast, Ric Shields sits down with Pastor Stephen Harmon to explore the powerful and deeply honest book of Habakkuk. Together, they unpack what it means to wrestle with God when life feels unfair, prayers seem unanswered, and evil appears unchecked. Through Habakkuk’s journey from complaint to worship, this conversation examines God’s sovereignty, the purpose of waiting seasons, and how faith is often formed in hardship rather than comfort. Pastor Stephen shares practical wisdom about trusting God’s timing, allowing our understanding of God to mature, and learning to worship even before circumstances change. If you’ve ever questioned God, struggled with waiting, or wondered how to trust Him in difficult seasons, this episode offers encouragement, honesty, and hope.

Nahum: God’s justice against cruelty

The book of Nahum is one of the most uncomfortable in the Bible—and maybe one of the most necessary. In this episode of the DoorWays Ministry Podcast, Ric Shields sits down with Taylor Drake to explore what happens when God’s patience gives way to justice. Together, they wrestle with difficult questions: What does it mean that God is both merciful and just? Why does Nahum offer no call to repentance? And how should we respond when evil refuses to change? This conversation doesn’t offer easy answers—but it invites us into a deeper trust in God’s character. Because the same God who judges evil is also a refuge for those who trust in Him.

Zephaniah: Judgment that leads to joy

What happens when faith becomes familiar—but no longer transformational? In this episode, Ric Shields sits down with Dr. Linda Pattillo to explore the often-overlooked book of Zephaniah. Together, they unpack a message that confronts spiritual complacency, challenges false security, and calls God’s people back to humility and active pursuit of Him. This isn’t a comfortable conversation—but it’s a necessary one. Zephaniah reminds us that God’s warnings are not rooted in anger, but in love. His desire is not to condemn, but to restore. If you’ve ever wondered whether your faith has drifted into routine, this episode invites you to listen closely, seek deeply, and rediscover what it means to truly trust God.

Micah - True justice, humility, and hope

In this episode of the DoorWays Ministry Podcast, Ric Shields is joined by Justin Jones to explore the powerful and often uncomfortable message of the Book of Micah. Together, they unpack how Micah confronts spiritual hypocrisy, challenges empty religious routines, and calls both leaders and everyday believers back to a faith marked by justice, mercy, and humility. This conversation pushes beyond surface-level Christianity to ask: Are we truly living what we claim to believe? Or have we reduced faith to performance, branding, and routine? Micah’s ancient voice still speaks today—inviting us to realign our hearts and rediscover what God actually requires.

Jonah: God’s mercy is wider than we think

What if the hardest part of following God isn’t obedience—but mercy? In this episode of the Doorways Ministry Podcast, Ric Shields sits down with Pastor Joe Cook to unpack the deeper message of the book of Jonah. Far beyond a story about a fish, Jonah reveals the tension between God’s boundless compassion and our limited love. Why did Jonah run? Not because he feared judgment—but because he knew God would show mercy. Together, they explore what happens when we struggle to love our enemies, prioritize comfort over calling, and quietly resist God’s heart for others. This conversation will challenge you to examine who your “Nineveh” is—and whether you’re willing to extend the same grace you’ve received.