Welcome to another Worship Wednesday on the Shepnaz Podcast! 🙌Today, Pastor Zack sits down with Travis Morgan, a faithful volunteer, worship team guitarist, and servant-hearted leader at Shepherd Church of the Nazarene in Gahanna, Ohio.

Travis shares his powerful testimony—from a childhood with little guidance, to seasons of feeling lost, to a life transformed by Jesus. His story reminds us that God doesn’t call the “most qualified”… He calls the willing.

💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What it means to step out in faith (even when you’re afraid)
• How God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways
• Why worship is more than music—it’s a lifestyle
• Simple ways to live out your faith every day

Whether you're feeling stuck, uncertain, or ready to take your next step—this conversation will encourage and challenge you.

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What’s one step God is calling you to take? Comment below!📧 Email us: [email protected]

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome to Worship Wednesday
00:25 – Meet Travis Morgan
01:06 – “I just do whatever God lets me do”
02:26 – Life outside church (family, work, business)
04:00 – Why Travis joined the worship team
05:16 – Serving God beyond your comfort zone
06:36 – Biblical examples of stepping out in faith
09:17 – Travis’ story: early life and struggles
12:40 – Hitting a breaking point & finding Jesus again
13:45 – Baptism and turning point
14:07 – Feeling called to do more
16:01 – Surrendering fully to God
17:41 – Seeing God’s hand in your life
18:16 – Letting God use you anywhere
19:27 – Sharing faith in everyday life (work stories)
20:01 – Worship is a lifestyle
21:18 – Take your next step

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack and Pastor Brett continue their conversation (Part 2) unpacking a powerful moment from 1 Samuel 24—when David spares King Saul’s life.

At first glance, Saul’s response sounds like repentance… but is it really?In this episode, we explore:

• The difference between feeling sorry and true repentance
• How actions—not just emotions—reveal real change
• Why we often fall into the same patterns as Saul
• The incredible hope we have that our story is still being written by God

No matter how far you feel gone, this conversation reminds us: God offers real forgiveness, real freedom, and real transformation.🙌 We’d love to connect with you!
If you need prayer or want to take a next step, email us at [email protected]

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome + Part 2 Intro
00:49 – Recap: Saul’s Story So Far
02:35 – The Cave Moment (1 Samuel 24 Explained)
04:18 – When Opportunity Feels “God-Ordained”
05:22 – David’s Response: Honor + Restraint
06:07 – Saul’s Emotional Reaction
07:11 – Is This Real Repentance?
08:02 – Tears Without Change
09:37 – Why Saying “You’re Better Than Me” Isn’t Repentance
10:33 – Empty Words vs Real Responsibility
11:18 – No Real Change After the Moment
12:23 – Signs of False Repentance
13:08 – When We Do the Same Thing
13:49 – Mourning Sin vs Turning From Sin
14:39 – What If You Want to Change But Can’t?
15:25 – The Hope: God Has Not Left You
16:11 – True Forgiveness Explained
16:39 – Your Story Isn’t Finished Yet
17:32 – The Enemy’s Lie vs God’s Truth
18:13 – You Are Not Too Far Gone
18:30 – Invitation to Reach Out + Closing

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack is joined by Pastor Brett to unpack a powerful and sobering story from 1 Samuel 24—but with a deeper look at King Saul rather than David.

This episode explores the tragic rise and fall of Saul, a man chosen and anointed by God… who still made crucial mistakes. What can we learn from his impatience, fear, and disobedience? And how does his story challenge us to trust God—even when the ending isn’t what we hoped for?

If you’ve ever struggled with waiting on God, dealing with failure, or walking through a hard season where the outcome seems uncertain, this conversation will remind you: God is still with you—even in the valley.

🙌 Featuring: Pastor Zack & Pastor Brett
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✏️ Comment below: Have you ever struggled with waiting on God?

Chapters

00:00 Welcome + Monday encouragement
00:18 Introducing Pastor Brett
00:45 Series recap: “Lessons from the Legends”
01:05 Why focus on Saul instead of David?
02:00 The tragedy of King Saul’s story
03:28 Saul’s strong beginnings as king
04:10 The mistake that changed everything
05:26 Impatience and fear vs. trusting God
06:13 Consequences of disobedience
07:03 Putting ourselves in Saul’s shoes
08:09 Losing everything—Saul’s heartbreak
09:18 Comparing Saul and David
10:22 Why Saul’s story feels relatable
11:26 When life feels like it’s already lost
12:09 Wrestling with spiritual struggle
13:11 When you’re not yourself
14:16 Trusting God beyond understanding
15:00 Scripture as real history—not just stories
16:07 When life doesn’t have a happy ending
17:15 Why real faith includes hard seasons
18:12 God’s plan is still perfect
18:48 Final encouragement: God meets you in the valley

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Natalie, our Connections Pastor, to share a powerful and personal testimony of transformation.

Natalie opens up about her journey growing up without a church background, searching for meaning in New Age practices, and walking through deep brokenness. But everything changed when she encountered Jesus. Her story is one of redemption, healing, and discovering true identity in Christ.Whether you’re searching for meaning, walking through a difficult season, or just need encouragement today—this episode is for you.

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Has God brought you through something? Share your story with us at [email protected]

🙌 About Shepherd ChurchS

hepherd Church of the Nazarene (Shepnaz) is all about helping people know Jesus, grow in faith, and find community.

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome + A New Podcast Approach
00:38 – Meet Pastor Natalie
01:36 – Ministry Reflections & Life Stages
04:11 – Growing Up Without Church
05:48 – Brokenness & Life Struggles
06:32 – Searching for Truth in New Age Practices
08:16 – Spiritual Warfare & Conviction
09:30 – Encountering Jesus
10:23 – Learning Identity in Christ
11:40 – We’re All Searching for Something
12:44 – Temporary Fulfillment vs True Freedom
14:11 – Why Sin Never Satisfies
15:14 – True Completion is Found in Christ
16:42 – Life After Salvation Isn’t Easy
17:03 – Family, Waiting Seasons & Faith
19:32 – God’s Faithfulness Through Change
20:42 – Remembering What God Has Done
21:22 – Encouragement for Hard Seasons
22:08 – Why Your Story Matters

What does it really look like to hear God’s voice—and follow it?

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Nick Shaner to unpack his powerful testimony. From growing up in a small town with a surface-level faith, to experiencing loss, depression, and confusion after high school—Nick shares how God met him in his lowest moment and radically changed his direction.You’ll hear about:✅ A childhood moment that sparked real faith
✅ A season of feeling lost and without purpose
✅ The turning point when everything changed
✅ How God’s calling isn’t always loud—but always faithful
✅ Why saying “yes” to Jesus doesn’t mean life gets easier—but it does bring peaceThis conversation will encourage anyone waiting on God, wrestling with purpose, or learning to trust Him through uncertainty.

📍 Shepherd Church of the Nazarene (Ohio)
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Chapters

00:00 Intro & Guest Welcome
00:45 Why We All Have a Story
02:30 Growing Up in a Small Town Faith
05:15 A Childhood Decision to Follow Jesus
07:30 Faith on the Back Burner
10:30 Life Falls Apart After High School
12:30 Hitting Rock Bottom
14:00 “What Do You Want Your Life to Be About?”
16:00 Hearing God’s Call to Ministry
18:00 A Defining Spiritual Moment
20:00 Confirmation Through Others
21:30 Saying Yes to the Call
23:00 Ministry Journey Begins
25:00 The Reality of Following Jesus
26:30 Peace in Uncertainty
27:45 Final Encouragement & Prayer Invitation

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack leads a special Worship Wednesday focused on coming back to the true heart of worship.

Starting with the powerful story behind“The Heart of Worship” by Matt Redman, this episode reminds us that worship isn’t about production, music quality, or performance—it’s about the posture of our hearts before Jesus.

Then, Pastor Zack shares a deeply personal moment from a spiritual retreat that inspired a rewritten version of“As the Deer.” In a season of burnout and exhaustion, God used a powerful real-life encounter to remind him—and us—that true refreshment comes only from the Lord.

If you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, or spiritually depleted, this episode will encourage you to pause, worship, and return to the One who sustains you.

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome to Worship Wednesday
00:27 – A Different Kind of Episode (Solo Worship Time)
00:46 – The Story Behind “The Heart of Worship”
02:09 – When Worship Becomes Entertainment
02:50 – Stripping Worship Back to the Basics
03:31 – What Worship Really Is
04:23 – Reflection: Simple Worship Matters
04:46 – A Personal Song & Missed Goals
05:31 – Rewriting “As the Deer”
06:16 – A Spiritual Retreat in a Hard Season
07:14 – Why That Song Wouldn’t Leave My Mind
08:03 – The Deer Encounter (Powerful Moment)
09:09 – God’s Message in the Encounter
09:54 – Encouragement for the Weary
10:45 – Final Reminder: God Sustains
10:58 – Prayer Invitation & Closing

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick returns as guest host while Pastor Rob continues breaking down Sunday’s message on the life of Noah.

In Part 2, we explore what it really means to live by faith—not just for a moment, but for a lifetime. Noah didn’t just respond to God once… he trusted Him for over 100 years. Through ridicule, uncertainty, and long seasons of waiting, Noah’s faith remained steady.This episode dives into:

• Faith that perseveres through time
• Why obedience matters more than outcomes
• How to grow your faith through daily relationship with God
• What God might be calling YOU to step into right now

💬 Whether you feel stuck, discouraged, or unsure of your next move, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to trust God one step at a time.—📍 Learn more about Shepherd Church: 👉 https://shepnaz.org

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Recap of Noah (Part 1)
00:47 Guest Host Pastor Nick + Message Setup
02:08 Faith Gives Patience to Endure
02:32 Noah’s 100-Year Assignment
04:09 Facing Ridicule & Staying Faithful
05:20 What Is Real Success in God’s Eyes?
07:25 God’s Vision Is Bigger Than You Think
09:03 Do You Need Faith for What You’re Doing?
10:15 Strengthening Faith Through Relationship with God
12:10 Trust, Confidence, and Obedience
13:10 The Moment Faith Becomes Sight (Ark & Animals)
14:26 When God Shows Up
15:25 Faith the Size of a Mustard Seed
16:14 Take the First Step of Faith Today
16:53 Final Encouragement & Closing

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick steps in as guest host while Pastor Zack is away, and we dive deeper into Pastor Rob’s Sunday message from the series “Lessons from the Legends.”

This episode focuses on Noah and the powerful role of faith—a faith that trusts God even when there is no proof, no precedent, and no clear path forward. Together, we explore how Noah’s obedience shows us what it looks like to:

• Act on faith when God speaks
• Trust God when things don’t make sense
• Stand firm even in the face of opposition

Noah’s story reminds us that real faith isn’t just belief—it’s action, courage, and obedience.

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome with Guest Host Pastor Nick
00:45 – Series Overview: Lessons from the Legends
02:05 – What Is Faith? (Biblical vs. World Definition)
04:00 – Noah’s Story in Genesis 6
06:50 – Faith Leads to Action (Building the Ark)
08:40 – Faith Without Action Is Dead
10:00 – Faith Gives Courage When It Doesn’t Make Sense
13:05 – Facing Ridicule and Opposition
14:50 – Pleasing God vs Pleasing People
16:20 – Obedience as an Expression of Love for God
17:45 – Key Takeaways + Closing Thoughts

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Bryanna to unpack her powerful testimony—from growing up at Shepherd Church to wrestling with God’s call to missions, and ultimately discovering her place in ministry.

Bryanna shares honestly about:

• Hearing God’s call at a young age
• The struggle of surrendering her own dreams
• How a life-changing Easter moment shifted everything
• Her mission trip to Uganda and encountering God deeply
• Discovering that being a “missionary” isn’t limited to overseas—it’s a lifestyle

This episode is a reminder that every name has a story, and God is faithfully pursuing each one of us—no matter where we are in our journey.

🙌 Whether you're questioning your purpose, wrestling with calling, or simply looking to grow in your faith, this conversation will encourage you.

👉 Learn more about Shepherd Church: https://shepnaz.org
🎙 Watch more episodes: https://shepnaz.org/podcast

📩 Have questions about calling or faith? Email us at [email protected] — we’d love to connect with you!

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome & Episode Heart: Every Story Matters
00:45 – Introducing Pastor Bryanna
01:30 – Growing Up at Shepherd Church
02:50 – Early Faith & First Steps in Ministry
04:00 – Hearing God’s Call to Missions
05:30 – Running from the Calling
06:50 – The Turning Point: Easter Encounter
08:30 – Saying Yes to God
09:30 – Identity Struggles & Surrender
10:50 – College, Missions & Uganda Experience
12:00 – A Life Transformed by God
12:40 – Unexpected Call to Local Church Ministry
13:20 – Wrestling with Calling is Normal
14:30 – The Gentle Voice of the Holy Spirit
15:30 – Jesus Understands Our Struggles
16:30 – God’s Faithful Pursuit
17:10 – Final Encouragement: Lean into Your Calling

What happens when you grow up in the church—and God calls you back into it in a powerful way?

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Brett, our Children’s Pastor, to hear his incredible testimony. From childhood memories at Shepherd Church, to drifting during difficult seasons, to rediscovering faith through community—and ultimately stepping into God’s calling—this story is full of encouragement, purpose, and hope.You’ll be reminded of the importance of:

• Christian community and belonging
• Listening for God’s calling on your life
• The power of faithful mentors and relationships
• Finding joy and purpose in serving others

This episode is a powerful encouragement to reflect on your own calling and step into the life God has planned for you.

👉 Learn more about Shepherd Church:
https://shepnaz.org

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💬 We’d love to hear from you!
Email us at: [email protected]

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome & New Podcast Format
01:20 – Why Testimonies Matter
02:00 – Growing Up at Shepherd Church
05:00 – Giving His Life to Christ at VBS
06:30 – Drifting During Middle School Years
08:00 – Rediscovering Faith Through Youth Group
09:30 – First Opportunity to Preach
11:00 – Realizing God’s Calling
12:30 – College & Spiritual Community Growth
13:40 – First Ministry Experiences
15:00 – Becoming Children’s Pastor
16:30 – Seeing God’s Plan in Hindsight
17:30 – The Power of Christian Community
19:30 – Pastor Zack’s Takeaways
20:30 – Are You Living Your Calling?
21:10 – Challenge: Pray for Someone & Get Involved
23:00 – Final Encouragement & Invitation