In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, host Joe sits down with Ron Smith, a longtime member of Shepherd Church and a passionate servant at our Gahanna campus. Ron shares his incredible journey from announcing high school marching bands to becoming a voice in Columbus radio—and how a 4 a.m. “field trip” with his father led him to Christ at the very station where he would later work.Discover how God used Ron’s talents in broadcasting and business to build life-changing relationships and launch Neighborhood Bridges, a ministry impacting thousands across Ohio and beyond. Ron also introduces his upcoming book, Kairos Gratitude, which reflects on the divine moments that shaped his life and mission.
📌 Chapters
00:00 - Welcome & Introduction
00:40 - What is One for One?
01:00 - Meet Ron Smith
01:26 - Ron’s Radio Journey Begins
03:08 - Coming to Christ at WCCO
05:20 - Full Circle: Working at the River
06:53 - Ron’s Business & Ministry Work
09:22 - Serving the Community Through Chambers
11:09 - A Legacy of Service
12:17 - The Birth of Neighborhood Bridges
13:27 - Real-Life Impact Stories
15:12 - The Power of Relationships
17:01 - Kairos Moments & Writing the Book
18:50 - Teaser for Tomorrow’s Episode
19:11 - Connect with Us
🙏 Be inspired by Ron’s testimony and consider how your own gifts and relationships can be used to bless others. Visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow to learn more about what’s happening at Shepherd Church.
📬 Got questions or want to learn more about Ron’s book Kairos Gratitude? Email us at podcast@shepnaz.org.
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