Join Joe and Pastor Bryanna for today’s Advent devotional as we dive into 1 Thessalonians 4:3 and explore the powerful truth that God’s will for every believer is sanctification. What does it mean to be sanctified? How can we live a life fully surrendered to Christ during this Advent season?

In this episode:

• Why sanctification matters for your spiritual journey
• Practical ways to live a sanctified life daily
• A powerful analogy about giving Jesus access to every “room” in your life
• Pastor Bryanna’s personal story of surrender and transformation

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Advent Series Intro00:23 Meet Pastor Bryanna01:42 Today’s Theme: Sanctification02:09 Devotional Reading: 1 Thessalonians 4:303:18 What Is God’s Will for Our Lives?04:03 Understanding Sanctification Simply05:23 Practical Examples of Living Sanctified06:05 Becoming More Like Jesus Daily06:30 The Strawberry Hill Analogy08:35 Giving Jesus Access to Every Room09:19 Reflection Questions10:09 Pastor Bryanna’s Testimony12:00 Life Before & After Full Surrender13:22 Invitation to Share Your Story14:09 Closing & How to Connect

Join Joe and Pastor Natalie for this Friday Advent devotional as we reflect on Isaiah 30:20 and the promise that “Your teacher will no longer hide himself, and your eyes will see your teacher.” What does it mean for God’s presence to be revealed in our lives? How does this connect to the hope and anticipation of Christmas?

In this episode:

• Why Advent is about more than lights and carols—it’s about healing, restoration, and hope.
• How God works behind the scenes before the big reveal.
• Practical ways to respond to Jesus this Christmas.

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00:00 Welcome & Christmas gift talk06:16 Advent Devotional Reading – Isaiah 30:2007:36 The deeper miracle behind Christmas08:54 God’s presence revealed: What it means10:13 The concept of “The Reveal” in our lives12:25 Pastor Natalie’s personal journey & testimony14:56 Reflection question: How is God calling you?16:31 Responding with hope and anticipation18:54 Closing & ways to connect

Join Joe and Pastor Rob in today’s Advent devotional as we dive deep into the spiritual significance of waiting. Why does God make us wait? How does the enemy work during seasons of delay—and how can we stay strong in faith? Discover why “God never wastes the wait” and how His timing shapes our character.

📌 Key Takeaways:

• Advent means waiting—and waiting is never wasted.
• The enemy works hard in the waiting, but so does God.
• Delays are not denials; God’s timing is perfect.
• Practical ways to thrive during seasons of waiting.

👉 Comment below: What’s one promise you’re waiting on God to fulfill?
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00:00 Welcome to the Shepnaz Podcast01:05 Christmas lights & neighborhood contest03:03 What Advent really means04:55 Why waiting is hard for us06:15 How the enemy works in the waiting08:23 God’s timing vs. our timing09:25 Delays are not denials10:09 God never wastes the wait11:00 The journey matters more than the destination12:05 The enemy’s strategy during waiting13:50 What we don’t have to wait for14:34 Our role during the waiting season15:10 Closing thoughts & next devotionals

Join Joe and Pastor Zach in this special Advent devotional as we dive into Isaiah 54:1–10 and explore God’s unwavering faithfulness during seasons of waiting. Even when life feels barren or silent, His covenant of peace and loving kindness never fails.

This episode reminds us that Advent is not just about celebration—it’s about hope, patience, and trusting God’s promises even when circumstances seem impossible. If you’ve ever felt like you’re in a desert season, this conversation will encourage you to lean into the truth that God’s promises stand stronger than mountains.📖 Key Passage: Isaiah 54:10 — “For the mountains will be removed and the hills shake, but my loving kindness will not depart from you.”💬 We’d love to hear from you!
Comment below with your reflections, prayer requests, or how this devotional spoke to you.
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Shepnaz Podcast01:00 Advent Devotional Setup02:11 Reading Isaiah 54:1–1003:11 God’s Faithfulness in Waiting04:52 Reflections on Advent and Hope05:25 The Challenge of Instant Gratification06:11 Cultural Context of Barrenness07:56 Joy in the Midst of Waiting08:49 God’s Loving Kindness Never Departs09:31 Why Advent Matters Today10:17 Hope Beyond Circumstances11:05 God’s Promise Fulfilled12:25 Jesus’ Heart for the Lowly12:48 How to Connect with Us

Join Joe and Pastor Kevin in today’s Advent devotional as we reflect on Hebrews 11:33 and the powerful truth that faith doesn’t always remove the struggle—it transforms it. In this episode, we explore how Advent invites us to slow down, prepare our hearts, and trust God’s promises even in seasons of uncertainty.

Pastor Kevin shares insights on:

• Why Advent is more than decorations and gifts
• How faith turns fear into peace and strength
• The difference between transactional faith and a true relationship with Christ
• Personal traditions and favorite Christmas foods that make the season special

📖 Scripture Focus: Hebrews 11:33
💬 Reflection: Faith transforms weakness into strength and fear into peace.👉 What’s your favorite Christmas tradition or food? Comment below—we’d love to hear from you!
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Introduction00:28 What Advent Means01:17 Hebrews 11:33 Reading02:10 Reflection on Faith & Finals03:32 Advent as Preparation05:10 Faith Transforms Struggles06:37 Paul’s Thorn & God’s Grace08:33 Avoiding Oversimplification09:23 Authentic Faith in Hard Times10:00 God’s Bigger Plan11:23 Relationship vs Transaction11:48 Favorite Christmas Foods14:19 Closing Thoughts & Invitation

Welcome to a special month-long Advent series on the Shepnaz Podcast! For the entire month of December, we’re pausing our usual format to bring you daily devotionals leading up to Christmas Day.

In today’s episode, Joe welcomes Pastor Brett to kick off the series with a powerful reminder: God remembers His promises and is making all things new. We explore the story of Noah, urban renewal as a metaphor for spiritual restoration, and the hope we have in Christ during this Advent season.📖 Key Scriptures:

• Genesis 8:1 – “But God remembered Noah…”
• John 10:10 – “I came that they may have life…”
• 2 Corinthians 5:17 – “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation…”

1. Are there parts of your life where it feels like God has forgotten you?
2. How do you see God recreating around you?

💬 Reflection Questions:🙏 Join us as we prepare our hearts for Emmanuel—God with us. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe, and email us at [email protected] with your thoughts.👉 For upcoming Advent services and events, visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow.
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Advent Series00:30 Meet Pastor Brett01:15 What is Advent?02:00 Weekly Themes: Hope, Peace, Joy, Love03:00 Today’s Devotional: God Remembered Noah04:30 Signs of Renewal in Our Lives05:50 Key Scriptures on Restoration07:00 Reflection Questions08:20 How God’s Remembrance Brings Hope09:30 Renewal Beyond Forgiveness10:30 Closing Prayer11:20 Upcoming Advent Events

Black Friday might be about deals, but today we’re diving into something far more valuable—the timeless truths of the Book of Obadiah! In this final message of our One Hit Wonder series, Pastor Rob unpacks Obadiah’s prophecy, revealing lessons on pride, justice, and God’s ultimate sovereignty.

Discover:

• Why the Edomites fell—and what that means for us today
• How God uses even chaos for His glory
• The promises of deliverance and restoration for His people
• Why evil never has the last word over God’s children

This episode reminds us that God is in control, even when life feels out of control. Be encouraged—better days are ahead!👉 What stood out to you from Obadiah’s message? Drop your thoughts in the comments!👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share this message to spread hope.📧 Email us at [email protected] with your questions or feedback.🌐 Learn more at https://shepnaz.org/shepnow

Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Black Friday Intro00:26 One Hit Wonder Series Finale00:54 God’s Covenant with Abraham02:13 Isaac, Rebekah & Twin Nations04:08 Esau vs Jacob: The Birthright Battle05:22 Israel’s History in Brief09:27 Prophetic Era & Exile12:08 Enter Obadiah: Context & Calling13:26 Obadiah’s Vision Explained16:35 Why God Judged Edom19:11 Edom’s Pride & Betrayal22:56 Prophecy Fulfilled: Edom’s Fall23:34 God’s Promises to Israel26:39 Restoration & End Times Hope28:34 Lessons for Us Today31:19 Evil Will Not Have the Last Word32:14 Closing & Next Steps

Happy Thanksgiving! 🎉 In this special episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Rob dives deep into the powerful message from the Book of Jude—a one-chapter letter with a timeless warning: Contend for the faith!

Discover:

• Why Jude changed his message from salvation to urgency
• The essential doctrines every Christian must hold firm
• How false teachings infiltrate the church—and what we can do about it
• Practical steps to protect your faith and influence the next generation

This episode reminds us that faith is a treasure entrusted to us, and we must fight for it with confidence in God’s protection. Plus, hear an inspiring story about knowing the Shepherd versus just knowing the Psalm.

👉 What stood out to you most from Jude’s message? Comment below!
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Thanksgiving Greeting00:31 Introducing the One Hit Wonder Series01:18 Who Was Jude?02:10 Jude’s Humility & Identity02:58 Historical Context of Jude’s Letter04:10 Purpose of the Letter: Contend for the Faith05:28 What “The Faith” Really Means06:32 Essential Doctrines of Christianity09:00 Why These Essentials Matter11:00 The Faith Delivered Once for All12:18 How Apostasy Worms Its Way In14:00 Adding, Removing, Twisting Scripture15:09 The Slow Danger of Heresy16:16 Cultural Influences: Antinomianism, Pantheism, Gnosticism21:10 Jude’s Call to Contend22:31 Practical Ways to Fight for the Faith23:05 Final Instructions & Warnings24:13 How to Influence Without Being Influenced24:49 Jude’s Powerful Doxology25:05 A Story About Knowing the Shepherd27:33 Closing & Tomorrow’s Episode Preview

Join Pastor Rob as he unpacks the shortest book in the New Testament—3 John—and reveals timeless truths about hospitality, spiritual health, and leadership. Discover why caring for the body matters for ministry, how generosity fuels the Gospel, and what to do when unhealthy leadership threatens the church.

📌 Key Takeaways:

• Why physical and spiritual health are connected.
• The power of hospitality in advancing God’s mission.
• How to confront conflict in a Christlike way.
• Why arrogance and rebellion destroy leadership—and how to guard against it.

💬 What do you think? Have you ever seen healthy leadership transform a church? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Series Intro00:43 Why 3 John Matters Today01:02 Two Big Issues: Hospitality & Leadership01:35 Spiritual & Physical Health Connection02:13 The Value of Spiritual Family03:15 Commending Healthy Leadership (Gaius)06:18 Partnering in the Gospel08:01 Confronting Toxic Leadership (Diotrephes)12:06 Arrogance vs. Servant Leadership14:13 Biblical Model of Shared Authority17:12 Conflict as an Ally19:09 Focus on Positive Examples20:03 Demetrius: A Model Leader21:35 John’s Personal Visit & Encouragement22:03 Key Takeaways for Today25:11 Closing & Thanksgiving Wishes

In today’s episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Joe hosts Pastor Rob as we dive into the short but powerful book of 2 John—part of our One Hit Wonders series this Thanksgiving week.

John, writing as “the elder,” warns the church about false teaching, reminds us that truth is discovered—not created, and shows how love and obedience to God’s Word are inseparable.

You’ll learn:
✔ Why truth matters in a culture that says “your truth” and “my truth”
✔ How love without truth leads to immorality—and truth without love leads to legalism
✔ Why guarding your heart is more important than guarding your home

📖 Key Verse: “And this is love: that we walk in obedience to His commands.” (2 John 6)

👉 Question for You: How do you guard your heart and home from false teaching today? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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Chapters

00:00 - Welcome & Series Intro00:40 - Why 2 John Matters Today02:00 - Who is “the Elder” and “the Chosen Lady”?04:30 - Truth Defined: Reality vs. Relativism08:00 - Love and Truth: Why They Must Go Together13:00 - Grace + Truth in Jesus’ Example16:15 - Protecting the Gospel from False Teaching18:30 - Gnosticism and Its Dangers21:00 - Why Jesus Had to Be Fully God and Fully Man23:20 - False Teachers in the Early Church26:00 - Are We Inviting False Teaching into Our Homes?28:00 - Guard Your Heart with Vigilance29:10 - Closing & Tomorrow’s Preview (3 John)