In this Advent devotional episode, Joe and Pastor Noah dive deep into Genesis 15:6—“He believed in the Lord, and He credited it to him as righteousness.” What does it mean to trust God when His promises seem impossible? How can we live out faith in practical ways during this season of waiting?

We explore:

• Abraham’s journey of faith and doubt
• Why justification by faith is central to Advent
• Practical steps to trust God in your daily decisions
• Stories of living faith in real-life moments

This conversation will encourage you to lift your eyes from limitations to God’s infinite possibilities. Advent reminds us: believe before you see.

👉 What’s one way you can practice believing God this week? Share your thoughts in the comments!

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Advent Intro03:22 Genesis 15:6 – The Heart of Faith04:08 Abraham’s Doubts and God’s Promise05:05 Justification by Faith Explained06:25 Hebrews 11 Connection07:52 Faith Beyond Visible Evidence09:15 Old Testament & New Testament Unity11:01 Why It’s About God, Not Us12:02 Passover & Christ’s Fulfillment13:10 Living Faith in Daily Decisions14:38 Evangelism as Faith in Action15:49 Real-Life Story: Helping Others18:47 Encouragement to Step Out in Faith20:07 Closing Thoughts & Next Steps

Join Joe and Pastor Nick as we dive into today’s Advent devotional from Season of Advent, featuring a powerful reflection written by Elizabeth Guerrero de Martinez. We explore Romans 15:21 and discuss what it means to truly understand the message of Christ during this busy season.

From childhood traditions to the call to share the Gospel, this episode will inspire you to keep your heart centered on Jesus—not just at Christmas, but every day of the year. Plus, we tackle the question: How are you preaching the Gospel in your daily life?

📖 Scripture Focus: Romans 15:21
💡 Reflection Question: In what ways are you sharing Christ with others?👉 Comment below: How do you keep Christ at the center of your Christmas?
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Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Advent Devotional Intro01:00 The Busyness of Christmas Season02:15 Family Traditions & Balancing Commitments05:00 Today’s Devotional by Elizabeth Guerrero de Martinez06:00 Childhood Memories & Nativity Scene07:30 Coming to Know Christ09:00 Passing Faith to Our Children11:00 Traditions vs True Meaning12:00 Reflection Question: Preaching the Gospel14:00 Everyday Discipleship & Influence16:00 Encouragement: Be the Light of the World17:20 Closing & Next Steps

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

💬 What was your first experience with Jesus? Share your story in the comments or email us at podcast@shepnaz.org.👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Advent devotionals and encouragement!📌 Learn more about what’s happening at Shepnaz: https://shepnaz.org/shepnow

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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Chapters

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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Chapters

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 podcast@shepnaz.org 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