256: You've Accepted Jesus, But Do You Know Him? | Shane Stanford

Shane Stanford

Dr. Shane Stanford (MA, Duke University; DMin, Asbury Theological Seminary) is President/CEO of The Moore- West Center for Applied Theology and JourneyWise.

Stanford served as a pastor and church planter for more than thirty years, most recently as Senior Pastor of a 5,000+ member church in Memphis, TN.

Dr. Stanford is the author of several books, including JourneyWise, The Seven Next Words of Christ, The Cure for the Chronic Life, and The Eight Blessings: Rediscovering the Beatitudes.

Shane Stanford’s memoir, A Positive Life, details his experiences as an HIV+ and HepC+ hemophiliac,
husband, father, and pastor.

He is the co-host of the Covenant Bible Study program, now used in more than 1,000 churches.

Shane Stanford is married to Dr. Pokey Stanford, and they have three adult daughters and two sons-in-law.

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In this enlightening episode of the Grace Enough Podcast, we dive deep into the heartening and profound journey of faith with Shane Stanford.

Shane, a dedicated pastor for 30 years shares his unique life story marked by significant health challenges and a resilient faith in Jesus.

This engaging conversation covers the spectrum of Shane’s early encounters with faith, his daunting health diagnosis at a young age, and how these experiences have molded his ministry and outlook on life.

Shane also delves into the importance of understanding Jesus’s life and teachings for a fulfilled Christian life.

Key Takeaways:

Shane’s Early Life and Faith Journey:
Shane’s testimony begins with the struggles of dealing with hemophilia diagnosed at birth, leading to life-threatening conditions like HIV and hepatitis C at a young age due to contaminated treatments. Despite the dire predictions about his longevity, Shane’s life has been a miracle of survival and resilience. His journey is a testament to faith in the face of staggering odds, deeply inspiring for anyone grappling with their mortality and seeking hope and strength in their darkest times.
Ministry and Theological Insights:
Having served in the pastoral ministry for 30 years, Shane brings a wealth of experience and wisdom. His theological journey touches on the critical importance of aligning one’s ministry with the core teachings of Jesus and getting to know who He is in us and among us. Shane’s perspective on incorporating Jesus’s life and teachings into everyday ministry offers valuable insights for pastors and lay Christians alike.
The Role of Apologetics and Understanding Faith:
Shane discusses his journey into apologetics, spurred by his quest for understanding the ‘why’ behind his beliefs, not just the ‘what.’ His approach to faith through the lens of apologetics—melding heart and mind—presents a compelling case for Christians to dive deeper into the foundations of their faith, inviting listeners to explore and solidify their beliefs beyond the surface level.
Living Out the Beatitudes:
One of the most impactful segments of the conversation revolves around the Beatitudes and how these teachings of Jesus encapsulate the essence of living a life aligned with the kingdom of God. Shane’s interpretation and application of the Beatitudes in both personal life and ministry underscore the transformative power of embodying Jesus’s teachings, challenging listeners to reflect on how they can live out these principles in their journey of faith.

Quotes:

“The number one advantage I think I’ve had has been my relationship with Jesus Christ… just in the comfort that he provides every day” – Shane Stanford is response to his journey with HIV and Hep. C

“If today’s the day [I die], I know where I’m going to be and that gave me great joy. But if today was not the day, I wanted to do something that would help share what I have with [Jesus] with other people.” -Shane Stanford

“The reason the Beatitudes are so important is that…they are His [Jesus] greatest Wisdom core values. They are at the heart of His ministry, and there’s nothing that you can see in the rest of Jesus’s ministry that does not have a place in one of the beatitudes.” – Shane Stanford

“The story of Jesus against other world religions is so unusual because you have the God of the universe becoming like the created and for the created’s sake.” -Shane Stanford

Resources Mentioned:

Devotional: Jesus With Us: Meeting Him Where He Began by Shane Stanford
Devotional: Jesus Among Us: Walking With Him in His Ministry and Miracles by Shane Stanford
For more insights and resources from Shane Stanford, visit the JourneyWise network at journeywise.network

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