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.

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

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📖 Devotional Thought: “The greatest day in history—the birth of Jesus—was the beginning of the most beautiful story of restoration.”

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Christmas Eve Greeting00:34 Candlelight Service Times01:17 Reading Luke 2:14-1502:18 Devotional: The Greatest Day in History03:39 Childhood Christmas Memories05:26 Funny Gift Stories & Family Traditions07:20 Keeping Christ at the Center08:47 Reenacting the Nativity Scene09:16 Reading Luke 2 Before Gifts10:22 Why Christmas Still Matters 2000 Years Later10:55 Closing & Service Reminder

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 big impact
• A personal devotional shared by Maria Martinez from West Broad

Christmas Eve Services:

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

Johnstown Campus: 4:30 PM
Invite a friend and join us for a peaceful, candlelight celebration of Christ’s birth!

🎄 Christmas Eve Services:👉 What’s one way you’ll express gratitude to God this Christmas? Share in the comments!
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Christmas Eve Eve vibes01:22 Maria’s devotional: Gratitude like Mary03:01 Mary’s humility and faith05:04 Comparing Mary’s response to Moses & Zechariah07:40 God’s choice and cultural context09:27 Living with peace and joy in God’s plan10:30 How to identify gratitude in your life12:43 Everyday answers to prayer14:51 Practical ways to express love and worship16:44 Blessing others in simple ways18:36 Christmas Eve services invitation20:01 Closing thoughts & church info

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 willingness to step into our world out of love.

📖 Scripture Focus: Colossians 1:15–20
🙏 Key Themes: Helpful, Capable, Positioned, Willing
🎄 Advent Reflection: The true reason for the season is Jesus—our Savior who reconciles all things.

👉 What do you think it means that Jesus is “the image of the invisible God”? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the Shepnaz Podcast00:53 Advent Week & Scripture Focus01:24 Are You Ready for Christmas?02:49 Colossians 1:15 – The Image of God03:31 Who Is Jesus? Fully God, Fully Human05:01 Key Truths About Christ07:02 The Two Natures of Christ Explained08:43 Christ as Head of the Church09:36 The Great Love of God10:26 Advent Prayer11:54 Takeaways: Love and Relationship13:26 Why God Walked Among Us14:25 Closing & Church Info

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 blessing.🎮 Youth Ministry Highlight: Learn how a simple gaming event became a powerful tool for connection and ministry in Johnstown.💬 Questions to Reflect On:

• How might you ask God to bless your family this Christmas?
• How can your family be a blessing to others this season?

👉 Comment below: What’s one way you plan to bless others this Christmas?
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Advent Series Intro01:00 Pastor Nick Joins the Conversation01:27 Mario Kart Youth Outreach Story04:00 How Planning Honors God07:03 Advent Reading: 2 Samuel 7:18–2208:34 God’s Promises to David10:25 “Who Am I?” – Humility & Grace12:37 Blessings Found in Jesus14:10 How Your Family Can Bless Others15:40 Practical Ways to Serve This Christmas17:02 Closing & Candlelight Service Info

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 generational gaps this holiday season
• Why Advent is a time to reflect on love, peace, and kindness beyond December

📖 Key Scripture: Galatians 3:23–29
💬 Reflection Question: In what ways are we different, and in what ways are we the same?👉 We’d love to hear from you! Comment below with your thoughts on unity and how you plan to connect with someone different from you this season.
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Advent Devotional Intro00:27 Christmas Prep & Ministry Update01:17 Scripture Reading: Galatians 3:23–2902:11 Childlike Joy & The Gift of Christ03:15 Unity in Christ Across Cultures04:45 Global Church & Christmas Traditions06:33 Love, Peace & Joy Beyond the Season07:31 Stories of Unity & God's Grace08:09 Reflection Question: Differences & Similarities09:12 Bridging Cultural Gaps11:15 Multi-Generational Church Strength12:53 Practical Steps for Intentional Connection16:26 Closing Thoughts & How to Connect

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 and keep working when life gets hard

This is a reminder that God keeps His promises, even in the midst of chaos. If you’ve ever felt like giving up, this episode will encourage you to keep going and trust His plan.👉 What’s your biggest takeaway from Zechariah 8? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Worship Wednesday01:39 Advent Devotional Intro03:16 Multicultural Representation in Our District05:19 Reading Zechariah 8:1–1707:50 Devotional Reflection: God’s Promise of Restoration09:19 Why We Give Up When Life Gets Hard10:27 Marathon Story & Spiritual Lessons11:36 Purification Process: Goldsmith Analogy13:52 God’s Promises Through Hard Seasons15:36 Mary & Joseph’s Difficult Journey17:06 Advent Themes in Real Life19:12 Joy, Peace, and Love Amid Chaos20:03 Closing Thoughts & Invitation

In this Advent devotional episode, Pastor Natalie joins Joe to explore the powerful imagery of living water from Ezekiel 47:8–9. What does this prophecy reveal about Jesus as our Redeemer and the hope of His Second Coming? How can we find joy knowing that Christ will redeem even the most broken places in our lives?

Pastor Natalie shares her personal testimony, including a vivid dream that symbolized God’s cleansing and restoration, and reflects on how water imagery throughout Scripture points to life, renewal, and the Spirit’s work in us.

Key Takeaways:

• Why Ezekiel 47 matters for Advent
• The meaning of “living water” and eternal life
• How God redeems our past and restores hope
• Practical ways to spread the river of life to others

👉 Comment below: How has God’s living water brought renewal in your life?👍 Like this video, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs hope today!📧 Email us at [email protected] with your thoughts.🌐 Learn more at https://shepnaz.org/shepnow

Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Advent Focus01:00 Ezekiel 47: Living Water Explained02:30 Our Hope in Christ’s Return04:15 Messianic Prophecies & Perspective06:15 Faith Across Generations07:07 Water Imagery in Scripture08:00 Pastor Natalie’s Dream & Testimony10:00 Dead Sea & River of Life Symbolism12:14 God Makes All Things New13:10 Finding Joy & Hope in Redemption14:00 Family Restoration & God’s Faithfulness16:01 Baptizing Her Mom: A Picture of Redemption17:07 Closing Thoughts & Call to Action

Join Joe and Pastor Rob as we dive into Isaiah 29:17–24 and explore what it means to rejoice in the Lord with humility during this Advent season. In this episode, we discuss:

• Why God restores the humble and needy—not the proud.
• How independence can lead to spiritual arrogance.
• Practical ways to practice humility and rely on God daily.
• Finding joy even in seasons of waiting and longing.

Pastor Rob shares personal insights, including a powerful reminder from his own health journey, and we reflect on how every breath is truly a gift from God.

👉 What are some ways you practice humility in your walk with Christ? Share in the comments!👍 Like this video, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Advent devotionals.📧 Email us at [email protected] with your thoughts or questions.🌐 Learn more at https://shepnaz.org/shepnow.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Advent Devotional Intro01:00 Christmas Traditions at Home02:33 Reading Isaiah 29:1903:23 Devotional Reflection: Humility vs. Pride05:00 Why Joy Comes to the Humble07:14 The Rich Young Ruler & Eye of the Needle09:09 Dependence on God for Everything10:06 Tithing & Recognizing God’s Provision11:12 Restoration for the Humble12:21 Practical Ways to Stay Humble13:23 Finding Joy in Seasons of Waiting14:34 A Word of Encouragement for Today

In this episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Joe and Pastor Kevin dive into the heart of Advent, exploring what it means to grow in grace and knowledge as we prepare for the coming of Christ. Inspired by 2 Peter 3:18, we reflect on spiritual growth, measuring progress in our faith, and leaning toward the Light during this busy season.

You’ll hear:Childhood Christmas memories (Star Wars toys & a legendary toboggan ride!)A powerful devotional from Pastor Brittany Zoller on spiritual growthPractical ways to measure your own growth in grace and knowledgeWhy Advent is the perfect time to pause and lean into Christ’s lightReflection Questions:How have you seen evidence of spiritual growth this year?In what area do you need to lean toward the Light this Advent season?👉 Join the conversation! Comment below with your thoughts, like this video, and subscribe for more Advent reflections.📧 Email us at [email protected] with your questions or stories.🌐 Visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow for events and resources.

Chapters00:00 Welcome & Advent Update00:54 Christmas Excitement This Year01:26 Favorite Childhood Gifts05:36 Today’s Devotional: 2 Peter 3:1806:05 Growing in Grace & Knowledge07:20 Leaning Toward the Light08:57 Measuring Spiritual Growth11:07 Reflection Questions13:30 Closing Thoughts & Invitation

Join Joe and Pastor Brett as we continue our Advent series with a powerful devotional from the book of Ruth. Today’s reading reminds us that even in seasons of grief and loss, God’s light and peace are on the horizon. Naomi’s journey from emptiness to restoration points us to the hope we have in Christ—a hope that never runs out.

📖 Key Scripture: Ruth 1:6✨ Theme: Peace during Advent💬 Question for You: How have you experienced God’s peace in unexpected places? Share your thoughts in the comments!

👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode!📧 Email us at [email protected] with your feedback or prayer requests.🌐 Explore more at https://shepnaz.org/shepnow and shepnaz.org.Chapters00:00 Welcome & Introduction00:36 Why Multilingual Advent Readings Matter01:23 Pastor Brett on Advent Joy & Family Traditions04:03 Thursday’s Devotional: Ruth 1:605:32 Naomi’s Darkness & God’s Light07:00 Ruth’s Story and God’s Restorative Work08:20 Parallels to the Prodigal Son10:36 God’s Unlimited Grace11:33 Peace Through Christ12:25 Closing Thoughts & Invitation