Shepnaz Podcast

Feeling brokenhearted? Wondering if God is really close when life hurts? In this episode, Pastor Rob unpacks one of the most powerful promises in Scripture: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18).We explore:

• Why David’s story matters when you’re hurting
• Four practical steps to turn pain into praise
• How Job, Paul, and Silas modeled faith in suffering
• Why pursuing God—even whe...

Are you feeling overwhelmed and wondering if God really sees you? In this episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Bryanna dives into Chapter 5 of Praying the 21 Greatest Promises in the Bible by Dave Early: God’s Promise of Supernatural Support.

Discover what it means for the eyes of the Lord to “range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him” (2 Chronicles 16:9). We’ll explore the powerful con...

What does it mean when God promises to turn bad into good? In this episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick, our Johnstown Campus Pastor, unpacks Chapter 4 of Praying the 21 Greatest Promises in the Bible by Dave Early.We explore Romans 8:28:
"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."Pastor Nick shares powerful insights from the lives...

In this episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Noah Burris unpacks Chapter 3 of 21 Greatest Promises in the Bible: The Promise of Answered Prayer.

We dive deep into:

• What does it really mean to “ask and you shall receive”?
• Why answered prayer isn’t always a “yes.”
• How to avoid viewing God as transactional.
• Practical habits for a powerful prayer life.
• Linking your prayers to God’s promises and His will.

Pastor Noah shares personal...

Join Pastor Natalie Kuhn as we dive into Chapter 2 of Praying the 21 Greatest Promises of the Bible: The Promise of Impossible Answers. What does Jesus mean when He says, “Everything is possible for one who believes” (Mark 9:23)? How do we pray with faith without treating God like a genie?

In this episode, we explore:

• The context of Jesus’ words to a desperate father
• Why faith is about who we trust, not how much we believe
• How to a...

Welcome to Season 4, Episode 3 of the Shepnaz Podcast!

🎙️ In this episode, Pastor Brett dives into Chapter 1 of Praying the 21 Greatest Promises of the Bible by Dave Early: God’s Promise of Eternal Life.

We explore:

• Why eternal life is your greatest need
• The “bad news about the good news” and the “good news about the bad news”
• What it truly means to believe in Jesus—not just about Him
• A powerful prayer to receive the gift of eterna...

Join Pastor Nick from our Johnstown campus as he dives deep into the power and purpose of prayer. In this episode, we explore why prayer is essential, how Jesus modeled a prayer-filled life, and practical steps to make prayer a priority in your daily walk with God.

Discover why prayer isn’t just a habit—it’s a spiritual discipline that transforms us to be more like Jesus. Whether you’ve struggled with knowing how to pray or simply w...

Happy New Year! 🎉 In this special New Year’s Day episode, Pastor Nick from our Johnstown campus shares a powerful message on prayer—why it’s essential, how it transforms us, and why a praying church is a powerful church.

Discover:

• What Scripture says about growing in grace and spiritual maturity
• Why prayer is a means of grace and a spiritual discipline
• How Jesus modeled a prayer-filled life
• Practical steps to make prayer a priority...

On this last day of the 2025, enjoy a replay of our most streamed episode on Spotify for this past year. 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 beyon...

Join Pastor Rob as we dive into the power of praying God’s promises and how this shapes the future of Shepherd Church. In this episode, we discuss:

• The upcoming 21-day prayer emphasis starting January 5
• Clarifying the vision for Shepherd Church as we approach our 100-year milestone
• Exciting growth at the Johnstown campus and plans for expansion
• Becoming debt-free and stewarding resources for ministry
• Adding 9th grade and possibly 10...

As we step into a new year, how can we anchor our lives in God’s promises? In this episode, Pastor Rob unpacks Sunday’s message on Praying the Promises of God and previews an exciting 21-day prayer emphasis starting in January.

Discover:

• Why praying God’s promises strengthens your faith
• How to avoid “forcing God’s hand” and instead trust His timing
• Practical steps to prepare your heart for 2025

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It’s the day after Christmas, and we’re diving deep into two things: Spotify Wrapped stats for the Shepnaz Podcast and a spiritual “year in review” challenge for YOU! 🎄

✨Join Pastor Zack and Joe as they share surprising podcast growth numbers (including a 999% audience increase!) and talk about what it means to examine our hearts at the end of the year.

Using Psalm 139 and 2 Corinthians 13:5, we explore how to move beyond “box-chec...

Merry Christmas! In this special episode, Pastor Rob shares heartfelt reflections on the true meaning of Christmas and the unstoppable light of Christ that shines in the darkness. We explore John 1:4-5, revisit Advent traditions, and discover practical ways to bring Jesus’ light into our everyday lives.

From childhood memories of fireworks to the beauty of candlelight services during COVID, Pastor Rob reminds us that the power of th...

Celebrate Christmas Eve with us! In this special episode, Pastor Noah shares a heartfelt devotional from Luke 2:14-15 and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas—the birth of Jesus Christ. We talk about family traditions, childhood memories, and how to keep Christ at the center during the holiday season.

🎄 Candlelight Services Today

• Gahanna Campus: 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM
• Johnstown Campus: 4:30 PM

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Join Pastor Kevin as we wrap up our Advent series on this special Christmas Eve Eve episode! Today, we reflect on Mary’s incredible humility and faith when chosen to carry Jesus, and how her response can inspire us to live with gratitude and joy.

We’ll explore:

• Why Mary’s response stands out compared to others in Scripture
• Practical ways to express love, worship, and gratitude this Christmas
• How small acts of kindness can make a bi...

Join Pastor Brett as we dive into Colossians 1:15–20 during this final week of Advent. Today’s devotional reminds us that Jesus is fully God and fully human, the image of the invisible God, and the head of the Church. We explore what this means for us as believers and how His love changes everything.

This episode features insights from Annie Stanley’s devotional and rich discussion on the nature of Christ, His authority, and His wil...

Join Pastor Nick as we dive into today’s Advent reading and celebrate how God’s promises to David remind us of His blessings in Jesus! Plus, hear the incredible story behind a recent Mario Kart youth outreach that brought families together and showed how intentional planning can glorify God.📖 Scripture Focus: 2 Samuel 7:18–22
✨ Reflection: “Who am I, Sovereign Lord?” Discover what David’s humility teaches us about grace and ble...

Join Joe and Pastor Bryanna as we continue our Advent devotionals on this Thursday, December 18th. Today’s discussion centers on Galatians 3:23–29, reminding us that in Christ, we are all children of God—united beyond cultural, generational, and social divides.

We talk about:

• The beauty of global unity in the Church of the Nazarene
• How Christmas traditions differ yet point to the same Savior
• Practical ways to bridge cultural and ge...

Join Joe and Pastor Zack for a powerful Worship Wednesday conversation as we dive into Zechariah 8:1–17 and explore God’s promises of restoration during the Advent season. In this episode, we talk about:

• Why adversity often shapes our spiritual growth
• How God purifies us like gold through trials
• The connection between Advent themes—love, joy, peace, hope—and the real-life struggles of Mary and Joseph
• Practical ways to stay strong a...