The Recovery Pastor Podcast

This message was previously shared with the congregation at Ashville First Methodist Church. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

In recovery, we have sponsors and accountability partners.  If we are going to be honest, this is not just something for people who struggle with addiction.  Accountability is Biblical!  If we are really going to be honest then we are all in recovery (or should be in recovery) from this life of sin!  I have included the altar song played by the worship team at our recovery ministry for your enjoym...

Whatever you do, please share the Gospel!  You never know when God is going to use you to be an angel to someone else in the middle of their valley. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

Tetelestai! It was three o’clock. Jesus called for water. He could hardly speak. A soldier fixed a sponge on a spear and held it up to his lips. It was terribly bitter but it was enough. He strained to raise his head and look up to heaven. "It is finished," he cried and then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.  I encourage you to read the full chapter of John 19. Much Agape ev'body and Tetel...

On this day, there are 4 events that we need to remember.  The first is the Last Supper.  Next is the foot washing.  Then we have the Prayer in Gethsemane and finally the arrest of Jesus.  There is something else that we do not talk about much but tonight would begin the beatings that Jesus would endure as the illegal "trial" would begin.   Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

This is a message shared with the congregation of Ashville First Methodist Church. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

This is a message previously shared with the congregation of Ashville First Methodist Church. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

Therefore is a word used in Scriptures to note a turning point.  When you see slogans on tshirts and they hit home like a God wink talking directly to you, let it be your "therefore" moment to initiate a turning point in your life! Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

As this episode is posted, we are two weeks away from Good Friday.  It is a day when the ultimate gift of Love was given.  We have distorted the meaning of Love.  Some people are not ready to hear the true definition of Love and they are surely not ready to apply it to their lives!  So, what does Love gotta do with it?  It has EVERYTHING to do with EVERYTHING in this life! Much Agape ev'body! Shan...

All of humanity searches for peace and peace has not always been found.  This message was shared with the congregation of Ashville First Methodist Church. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

Everything we do sets an example for someone to see and follow.  Everything we do is an extension of what is in our hearts. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

In this life, when you follow God, people will throw negativity at you.  It is ok.  God did not ask them or consult with them about your Kingdom purpose.  Keep proclaiming Yahweh! Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

John, chapter 17, gives us the prayer of Jesus.  Jesus prayed that we would come to know Yahweh.  

This message of sack cloth and ashes was previously shared at the recovery meeting in Trussville Alabama. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

We can become so busy with human priorities that we forget to keep our eyes fixed on the glory of God. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

The enemy tries to speak negative over your life and leaves you feeling abused and abandoned.  Jesus promises to always be with you. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

When life becomes too loud, find a quiet place. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

Lent is quickly approaching.  It is a time of deep self-reflection.  I challenge you to dive deeper into Scriptures and read each day.  I have shared a list of daily Scriptures you can read or you can read 3 or 4 chapters of Psalms each day. Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor     This Lent reading plan walks through each of the four Gospels during the Lent season. What better way to pre...

He who limps is still standing! Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire? Much Agape ev'body! Shan, the Recovery Pastor

This season is filled with opportunities only for this season! Much Agape ev'body  Shan, the Recovery Pastor

The wolf waits just outside of our spiritual doors looking for weakness to attack.  Please be prayerful in all you do and be alert! Much Agape ev'body  Shan, the Recovery Pastor

How and where do you anchor? Much Agape ev'body  Shan, the Recovery Pastor

Scripture tells us there is a season for everything! Much Agape ev'body  Shan, the Recovery Pastor

It takes more than a fig leaf to cover our sins! Much Agape ev'body  Shan, the Recovery Pastor