Shepnaz Podcast

In this heartfelt Worship Wednesday episode, Joe, Pastor Zach, and Noah dive deep into Exodus 17 and the battle against the Amalekites, revealing how Moses’ raised hands became a symbol of worship, surrender, and spiritual warfare.What happens when you’re too tired to worship? Who holds your arms up when you can’t do it alone?This episode explores:

• The power of community in worship
• The role of Aaron and Hur in supporting Moses
• How...

In this heartfelt continuation from yesterday’s episode, Joe sits down again with Pastor Larry to explore what it means to live with the presence of God—even when life feels like captivity. Drawing from Ezekiel’s story and personal moments (including a lost Fitbit and a bank visit gone sideways), Pastor Larry shares how the Holy Spirit guides, corrects, and comforts us in real-time.

From the banks of Babylon to the streets of Wester...

What does it mean for God to be with us—not just in celebration, but in exile, in defeat, in the middle of the unknown?

In this powerful episode, Joe sits down with Pastor Larry Hall, who stepped in to preach at Shepherd Church while Pastor Rob was away. Drawing from Ezekiel’s story during the Babylonian exile, Pastor Larry shares how God’s presence is not limited to mountaintop moments but is deeply present in our valleys, our ques...

Pastor Nick unpacks what it truly means to be called by God and treated like His firstborn. Drawing from both the Old and New Testaments, Pastor Nick explores the deep spiritual identity we have in Christ — as sons and daughters born not of flesh, but of the Spirit.

From Israel’s deliverance to Jesus as the true firstborn, this episode reveals how our identity and responsibility as believers are rooted in God's eternal promise. ...

In this stirring message from Pastor Nick, recorded live at our Johnstown campus, we dive deep into Exodus 4 and uncover a profound truth: God doesn’t just call us His people—He calls us His firstborn son. What does it mean to be part of God's family? Why does God say “Let my son go” instead of “Let my people go”? Pastor Nick explores the covenantal love of God, the responsibilities of being chosen, and the purpose behind our d...

In this powerful Worship Wednesday episode, Pastor Zach dives deep into Luke 18 and the intentional way Jesus prepared His disciples for what was to come. Joined by Noah and host Joe, the conversation explores how worship leaders—and all ministry leaders—can prepare spiritually and practically to lead others into authentic encounters with God.From aligning worship with Scripture to guiding your team like Jesus guided His disciples,...

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Joe continues the conversation with Pastor Rob as they dive into Exodus 4 and explore how God prepared Moses for ministry. Whether you're a young person seeking direction or someone later in life wondering what’s next, this episode offers five biblical principles to help you discern God’s will for your life.

From understanding God's universal will to recognizing His specif...

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Joe sits down with Pastor Rob to unpack his latest message in the Exodus series, The Way Through. Together, they explore five ways God encouraged Moses to know His will, even at the age of 80, and how those same principles apply to us today.From the burning bush to family blessings, miraculous signs, and divine confirmations, this conversation is filled with biblical insight and pers...

In this powerful continuation of our conversation with Pastor Noah, we dive deeper into the life-changing work happening at Jordan's Crossing—a ministry serving the homeless on the west side of Columbus. From hot meals and showers to addiction recovery and job opportunities for felons, Pastor Noah shares raw, emotional stories that reveal the reality of homelessness and addiction—and how the Church can be the hands and feet of Jesu...

In this heartfelt episode, host Joe Aleshire sits down with Noah Burris, Worship and Outreach Pastor at Shepnaz Johnstown, to share the powerful story behind his involvement with Jordan’s Crossing, a faith-based homeless resource center in Columbus, Ohio. Noah opens up about how God led him from leading worship to ministering directly to those in addiction and homelessness—offering food, clothing, prayer, and hope. Hear how a simpl...

In this Worship Wednesday edition of the Shepnaz Podcast, hosts Joe, Pastor Zach, and Noah dive deep into the evolution of worship—from solemn Old Testament rituals to the joyful, Spirit-filled expressions we experience today.🎶 What does worship look like when it's personal, expressive, and rooted in the presence of the Holy Spirit?
📜 How did the crucifixion of Jesus transform worship from sacrifice to celebration?
🔥 W...

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Rob unpacks the divine encounter between Moses and God in Exodus 3—a moment that changed history.

🔥 What you'll hear:

• Moses’ doubts and insecurities
• God’s response: “I AM WHO I AM”
• The significance of God's call to deliverance
• How this ancient story speaks to our modern faith journey

Whether you're wrestling with your own calling or seeking clarity in your spir...

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Rob unpacks the story of Moses and the burning bush from Exodus 3. What does it mean when God shows up in the ordinary? How do we respond when He calls us by name?

Discover the deeper meaning behind God's eternal name, "I AM," and how His presence transforms our doubts into divine purpose. Whether you're in a season of waiting or wondering, this episode will h...

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick unpacks the deep compassion of God as revealed in Exodus 2. When the Israelites cried out in suffering, God heard, remembered, looked, and was concerned—a divine response that still echoes today.

We explore:

• How God's empathy leads to action
• The role of human agency in God's plan
• What it means to step off the sidelines and into God’s restorative mission

Whethe...

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick unpacks the rich meaning behind Exodus 2, revealing how God's compassion is not passive but deeply active. Discover how the cries of the Israelites stirred divine action, and how God's remembrance of His covenant is a promise of hope for all generations.

Using the elephant illustration, we explore how our limited human perspective can miss the fullness of God's...

Join Pastors Zack and Noah on this Worship Wednesday episode of the Shepnaz Podcast as we dive deep into the original Hebrew and Greek words for worship found throughout the Bible. Pastor Noah shares insights from his recent studies, revealing the rich layers of meaning behind biblical worship—from shachah to proskuneo and beyond.

We explore how these ancient expressions of worship still resonate today and how they can transform the...

In this episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, we explore Exodus chapter 2 and the powerful transformation of Moses—from a prince in Pharaoh’s palace to a humble shepherd in the wilderness of Midian. Pastor Rob unpacks how God uses seasons of isolation and failure to prepare us for leadership and purpose.

🔍 What you'll learn:

• Why Moses' time in the wilderness was essential
• How God redeems our past for His purpose
• What leadership ...

In this episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, we continue our journey through Exodus: The Way Through with Pastor Rob’s powerful message on Exodus chapter 2.

We explore the extraordinary courage of Moses’ parents, who defied Pharaoh’s edict to protect their son. Their faith in God’s providence set the stage for Moses’ miraculous survival and eventual rise as Israel’s deliverer.

Discover the divine parallels between Moses and Noah, and how ...

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick unpacks the deep truths of Exodus 1—where God's people face oppression, silence, and uncertainty. What do we do when obedience leads to hardship? How do we trust when God seems absent?

Join us as we explore:

• The silence of God in seasons of suffering
• The unstoppable nature of God’s plan
• How remembering God’s past faithfulness fuels present trust

Whether you're...