Lively Faith

The Rev. Nathan Stomberg
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Lively Faith

Frank conversations about living and defending the Christian faith. Subscribe for monthly episodes. Do you want to better live out your faith in God? Here we discuss tough questions about faithfully living and defending a Christian worldview by leaning on the collective wisdom of the Universal Church throughout the ages. Join the Rev. Nathan Stomberg in conversations exploring the richness of Church Tradition and applying it to the complications of everyday life. With Scripture and Tradition at our side, we promise these discussions will equip and encourage you in your walk with God. Listen and discover the glory of a life lived with a lively faith!

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Should Christians Support Open Borders? | Ep. #22

    In this episode, we examine the theological implications of borders in creation, nations, and worship. We also discuss Christian perspectives on the border crisis and illegal immigration, answering the question: Can Christians support open borders? LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 03:00 – Ordered creation 10:35 – Boy Scouts of America drop “Boy” from their name 20:00 – Ordered liberty and illegal immigration 28:50 – Not loving to have open borders 39:50 – The fallacy of unlimited hospitality 43:55 – Ordered worship 46:20 – Open Communion vs. closed Communion 59:00 – The new boundaries of progressives 1:02:30 – Impossible to have no borders 1:08:00 – Conclusion // REFERENCES // Boy Scouts of America will change its name to Scouting America in an effort to be more inclusiveOpen Communion Invites the Devil to the Table | Hans Boersma | First Things // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: Lively Faith website SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: livelyfaithpodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #Listenable

    1h 11m

  2. SEP 7

    Deep Connections Between Anglicans and Lutherans | Jim Whiting | Ep. #21

    In this episode, we discuss the historical connections between Lutheranism and Anglicanism, the mystery of free will, and how Christians can approach denominational differences with charity. Jim Whiting is a Lay Elder and Congregational President at Trinity Lutheran Church (LCMS) in Ashaway, RI, and a Board member of Lively Faith Ministries. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 02:00 – Why Lutheranism? 08:30 – Difficulties with Reformed theology 10:45 – Joining the LCMS 16:00 – Feeling connected to historic Church Tradition 17:30 – The need for charity between denominations 22:30 – Legalism vs. antinomianism 24:00 – Speaking the truth in love 26:15 – The mystery of free will 29:50 – The mystery of Holy Communion 30:50 – Looking at historical figures in context 32:10 – Connections between Lutheranism and Anglicanism 38:30 – Engaging in ecumenical dialogue 42:08 – How to reconcile differences between denominations 46:00 – Praying the LCMS holds its ground 48:00 – Conviction and courage in the next generation // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: Lively Faith website SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: livelyfaithpodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #Listenable

    53 min

  3. JUL 20

    Human Dignity and the Importance of Christian Burial | Ep. #20

    In this episode, we examine the recent Rhode Island bill legalizing “human composting” as an alternative to cremation or burial (H7212). We discuss the dignity of the human body and how our treatment of the body after death communicates what we believe about human life. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 00:40 – LifeSiteNews article 08:20 – Reacting to Rhode Island “body farm” legislation 09:30 – Extreme environmentalism as neo-paganism 11:30 – What makes humans different from animals 13:10 – The unity of body and soul 15:10 – The rise of anti-human worldviews 17:00 – The self-moderation of nature 19:52 – What Christology teaches us about the body 22:20 – How people justify “human composting” 25:00 – Christian witness in burial 26:45 – The duplicity of climate alarmism 29:55 – Treating pets better than human beings 31:30 – Can Christians support “human composting”? 34:00 – Why human beings deserve dignity in burial 37:00 – Where denominations stand on types of burial 38:50 – How Christians should respond // REFERENCES // Rhode Island House Bill 7212Rhode Island House passes 'human composting' bill despite numerous objections - LifeSite // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: Lively Faith website SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: livelyfaithpodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg

    42 min

  4. JUN 30

    Why Cultural Christianity Cannot Save Us | Ep. #19

    In this episode, we react to famed atheist Richard Dawkins’ recent admiration for ‘cultural Christianity’ and examine it alongside trends of rising secularization in America. We also discuss how Christians can evangelize a highly secularized culture. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 00:27 – Start of Dawkins article 04:00 – The rise of the ‘nones’ 06:40 – Impact of rising secularization 12:25 – Dawkins’ logical inconsistencies 15:40 – The atheist dilemma 18:10 – Trend of secular public figures warming to Christianity 21:20 – “Practical” atheism 26:20 – How Christians should respond // REFERENCES // Famous atheist Richard Dawkins says he considers himself a ‘cultural Christian’ | Catholic News AgencyReligious ‘Nones’ in America: Who They Are and What They Believe | Pew Research Center // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: Lively Faith website SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: livelyfaithpodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #Listenable

    29 min

  5. MAY 25

    Catholicism, Theology of the Body, and Humanae Vitae | Tobin Dancy | Ep. #18

    In this episode, we discuss Roman Catholicism vs. Evangelicalism, Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, Pope Paul VI’s Humanae Vitae, the call to sacrifice in the Christian life, objections to Christian sexual morality, and how Christians can build community. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 06:50 – Maturing in the Catholic Faith 10:40 – Visiting different denominations 15:00 – Different understandings of Communion 18:45 – Emphasis on Word vs. Sacrament 20:15 – Evangelical sermons vs. Catholic homilies 27:34 – The essential parts of Catholic mass 30:00 – Returning to a Catholic church 42:08 – Favorite things about being Catholic – the Saints 46:08 – Favorite things about being Catholic – call to sacrifice 48:23 – Understanding the call to sacrifice 52:23 – Pure in Heart ministry and importance of chastity 55:28 – The Theology of the Body and Christopher West 59:03 – Appealing to younger generations with chastity 1:01:53 – Understanding Humanae Vitae 1:06:33 – Sexual ethics must be backed by Church Authority 1:09:43 – Church concerns over contraception 1:15:18 – Answering objections to contraception 1:24:34 – Shared heritage between Anglicans and Catholics 1:27:00 – Eucharistic visitation ministry 1:31:24 – Advice for Christians seeking community 1:41:00 – Conclusion // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: Lively Faith website SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: livelyfaithpodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #Listenable

    1h 42m

  6. MAY 1

    What Does the Church Say About IVF? | Ep. #17

    In this episode, we discuss the moral issues with in vitro fertilization (IVF), differences between Catholic and Protestant Church teachings on IVF, the Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos, and why pro-life Christians must stand firm against the use of IVF technology. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Overview of IVF 05:00 – Life starts at conception 09:00 – The Catholic position on IVF 11:30 – Compounding moral problems with IVF 15:00 – The rise of “Designer” babies 19:20 – Pro-life Christians got lazy? 20:30 – The Alabama Supreme Court ruling 22:30 – Rhode Island IVF statistics 27:30 – The untold stories of IVF 33:30 – Protestant theology and IVF 37:10 – Rapid technological and moral change 43:40 – The dilemma of frozen embryos 47:00 – Snowflake adoption 49:30 – A generation of IVF children 52:45 – Conclusion: Christians must stand firm // REFERENCES // In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) | Women & Infants Fertility CenterFact Sheet: In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Use Across the United States | HHS.govAlabama Supreme Court rules IVF embryos are protected under Wrongful Death of a Minor ActAlabama Supreme Court Cites the Bible in Terrifying Embryo RulingReproductive Technology Evaluation and Treatment of Infertility - USCCB // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: Lively Faith website SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: livelyfaithpodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #Listenable

    55 min

  7. MAR 23

    The Crisis of Modern Masculinity | Ep. #16

    In this episode, we examine the breakdown of masculinity in modern society, the tragic consequences of abandoning Biblical manhood, and how Christians can respond in faith and love. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 02:00 – The crisis of masculinity 06:20 – Hyper-masculinity and Andrew Tate 10:00 – Problems with masculinity in the Church 11:30 – Gen Z struggling with masculinity 14:58 – Title IX and the disintegration male roles 18:35 – No distinction between boys and girls 20:00 – Impacts of fatherlessness 22:20 – Fatherlessness is self-perpetuating 24:00 – Popular entertainment and South Park 31:54 – The breakdown of the nuclear family, falling birthrates 36:33 – Anti-masculinity and Harry Styles 40:00 – The false dualism of a man’s “feminine side” 46:00 – The modern feminist assault on gender roles 49:51 – What is “toxic masculinity”? 52:55 – Falling prey to semantic overload 54:40 – Dennis Rodman 56:30 – Gender ideology in public school curricula 01:01:35 – Lowering standards in public education 01:05:30 – Complaining about 9 to 5 jobs on Tik Tok 01:06:42 – Delayed adulthood, “emotional homelessness” 01:12:19 – Feminism has failed our young girls and boys 01:13:14 – Jesus and Saint Joseph as examples of masculinity // REFERENCES // Harry Styles on Dressing Up, Making Music, and Living in the Moment | Vogue // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: Lively Faith website SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: livelyfaithpodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #Listenable

    1h 19m

  8. FEB 4

    Did Pope Francis Approve Same-Sex Blessings? | A Response to Fiducia Supplicans | Ep. #15

    In this episode, we unpack the bombshell declaration from the Vatican, Fiducia Supplicans. We respond to Pope Francis approving blessings for same sex ‘couples’ and analyze the impact to faithful Catholics and non-Catholics alike. We also offer advice and encouragement for concerned Christians moving forward. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 06:45 – The nature of blessings 13:00 – “Blessings” for same-sex “couples” 15:40 – Whether or not same-sex “blessings” are liturgical 17:50 – Parallels with the Anglican Communion 22:20 – Orthodoxy and orthopraxy 24:25 – Analyzing the fallout 34:25 – Impact to faithful Catholics 45:25 – Impact to the Anglican Ordinariate 48:54 – Impact to non-Catholic Christians and evangelism 54:50 – Advice for concerned Christians 01:03:50 – Being courageous in the face of opposition 01:07:05 – Conclusion // REFERENCES // Declaration Fiducia Supplicans On the Pastoral Meaning of Blessings (18 December 2023) // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: Lively Faith website SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: livelyfaithpodcast@gmail.com Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #Listenable

    1h 10m
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Frank conversations about living and defending the Christian faith. Subscribe for monthly episodes. Do you want to better live out your faith in God? Here we discuss tough questions about faithfully living and defending a Christian worldview by leaning on the collective wisdom of the Universal Church throughout the ages. Join the Rev. Nathan Stomberg in conversations exploring the richness of Church Tradition and applying it to the complications of everyday life. With Scripture and Tradition at our side, we promise these discussions will equip and encourage you in your walk with God. Listen and discover the glory of a life lived with a lively faith!

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  • Creator
    The Rev. Nathan Stomberg
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    23
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    © Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg
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