Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack is joined by Pastor Kevin to continue unpacking Sunday’s message on Gideon—a story that reminds us God doesn’t call the most qualified… He calls the willing.

Gideon was hiding when God called him a “mighty warrior.” Sound familiar? So often we feel unqualified, overlooked, or unsure—but this episode dives into the truth that God specializes in using ordinary people for extraordinary purposes.

If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, questioned where God is, or felt like you’re not “enough,” this conversation will challenge and encourage you to make room for God to work through you.

👉 Key takeaway: God doesn’t call the strongest—He empowers the ones He calls.

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome & Introducing Pastor Kevin
00:45 – What Makes a “Legend” in God’s Kingdom?
02:20 – Gideon’s Doubt: “Why Is This Happening?”
04:00 – God Is Present… Even in Chaos
06:00 – “Am I Sending You?” – The Turning Point
07:50 – God Empowers the Called (Not the Strongest)
10:00 – Real-Life Struggles & Feeling Unqualified
11:30 – Why God Uses the “Unexpected”
13:20 – Boasting in God Alone (Paul’s Example)
15:00 – God Specializes in the Impossible
16:25 – What If YOU Are the Answer?
18:00 – Make Room for God
19:30 – Final Challenge & Call to Respond

What if the very place you feel weakest is where God wants to call you?

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Kevin to kick off our new series, “Lessons from the Legends.” We’re diving into the story of Gideon—a man who went from hiding in fear to being called a “mighty warrior” by God.

In this powerful and relatable conversation, you’ll discover:

• How God calls ordinary people in everyday moments
• Why feeling unqualified might actually be the point
• How God sees who you can become, not just who you are
• What it means to fully surrender and trust His calling

If you’ve ever doubted yourself or wondered if God could use you—this episode is for you.

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

📩 We’d love to hear from you!

Email us at: podcast@shepnaz.org

👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, comment, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today!

⏱️Chapters

00:00 Welcome & Monday energy ☀️
00:49 New Series: Lessons from the Legends
01:40 Meet Gideon (“Giddy Up Gideon!”)
02:29 What makes someone a legend?
03:19 Gideon’s insecurity & imposter syndrome
04:29 Israel’s cycle of disobedience
06:05 When life spirals out of control
07:41 Gideon hiding in fear
09:22 God uses ordinary people
10:44 Called in the routine moments
12:10 How God speaks personally
13:46 Confidence comes from God
15:48 Seeing what God sees in you
17:08 Called beyond yourself
18:20 The place of surrender
19:09 Personal calling stories
21:08 You don’t have to be “qualified”
23:15 Final challenge: Trust God’s calling

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack continues Part 2 of Pastor Nick’s powerful message from Galatians chapter 6.

What does it really mean to live out our faith in community? How do we respond when someone struggles? And how can we carry each other's burdens while still taking responsibility for our own spiritual walk?

In this episode, we explore:

• The importance of Christian community
• What it means to restore others gently
• The balance of mutual accountability and personal responsibility
• Why humility is essential in following Jesus

This is a practical and convicting message that challenges us to love like Christ—walking with others while allowing God to search our own hearts.

💬 We’d love to hear from you:
How can you help carry someone’s burden today?

📍 Learn more about Shepherd Church:
👉 https://shepnaz.org
🎧 More episodes:
👉 https://shepnaz.org/podcast

📧 Send feedback or questions: podcast@shepnaz.org

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Chapters

00:00 – Welcome & Recap (Freedom in Christ)
00:40 – Why We Need the Church
01:30 – Carrying Each Other’s Burdens Explained
03:30 – The Power of Community (Real-Life Illustration)
04:20 – “Love One Another” — Jesus’ Command
05:30 – Restoring Those Who Fall
06:15 – What Does Gentleness Really Mean?
07:30 – Gentleness Is Power Under Control
08:40 – Avoiding Pride While Helping Others
10:00 – The Danger of Spiritual Comparison
11:30 – “Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself”
12:30 – Personal Responsibility in Faith
13:30 – Speck vs. Plank (Self-Examination)
14:40 – Oxygen Mask Analogy (Help Yourself First)
15:30 – A Church Where No One Walks Alone
16:00 – Prayer: “Lord, Search Me”
17:00 – Who Needs Your Help Today?
18:00 – Final Encouragement & Challenge