Lively Faith

The Rev. Nathan Stomberg
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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!

  1. FEB 7

    Concerning Trends for Churches in America | Ep. #34

    In this episode we review the devastating impacts of the U.S. demographic “cliff” and the parallel decline of the Church. We also dive into ACNA membership statistics which could spell a troubling future for the denomination. Finally, we discuss what it will take from everyday Christians to begin reversing decades of institutional decline. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 03:33 – The U.S. demographic cliff 22:13 – The decline of the Western Church 28:58 – Concerning trends within the ACNA 45:58 – Global religious landscape & growth of Islam 59:13 – How to rebuild the Church 01:10:08 – Conclusion // REFERENCES // Islam was the world’s fastest-growing religion from 2010 to 2020 (Conrad Hackett) | Pew Research CenterACNA FIGURES REVEAL DISTURBING TREND (David Virtue) | Virtue Online‘You can’t create 18-year-olds’: What can colleges do amid demographic upheaval? (Ben Unglesbee) | Higher Ed Dive // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: https://livelyfaithministries.org/ SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: mail@livelyfaithministries.org Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts

    1h 11m

  2. JAN 1

    Moral and Philosophical Implications of AI | Ep. #33

    In this episode we consider proper and improper uses of AI, the near occasion for sin, the idol of transhumanism, and principles for engagement with new technologies. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 06:21 – Considerations for Ministry 09:47 – Day-to-day use of AI 16:27 – How we relate to AI 24:47 – Worshipping dumb idols 29:17 – Principles for using AI 33:44 – “The Cambrian Implosion” / The retreat of nature 39:37 – “Making the Best of Dystopia” / Transhumanism 49:21 – Greater capabilities, greater risks 54:59 – Spiritual guardrails of daily prayer 01:03:21 – Conclusion // REFERENCES // Making the Best of Dystopia by C. R. Wiley | Touchstone: A Journal of Mere ChristianityThe Cambrian Implosion - First Things // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: https://livelyfaithministries.org/ SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: mail@livelyfaithministries.org Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts

    1h 4m

  3. 11/26/2025

    Understanding Free Will and Predestination | Ep. #32

    In this episode, we discuss the relationship between free will and predestination, and explore how these concepts are understood in Anglicanism in light of the 39 Articles of Religion and the Book of Common Prayer. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 01:35 – Man’s fall in the garden 05:57 – Deprived, not depraved 09:30 – O Happy Fault! 12:40 – Modern Protestant and Evangelical views of free will 17:30 – Sacraments, grace, love, and free will 20:50 – Anglican tension between Reformed and Catholic 25:31 – Were the 39 Articles of Religion Calvinistic? 29:30 – The concept of mystery 31:15 – The 39 Articles, the Book of Common Prayer, and Anglican history 36:15 – Article XVII, on Predestination and Election 39:29 – The role of the 39 Articles in American Anglicanism 44:29 – Reconciling predestination and evangelism 50:47 – The two creation narratives in Genesis 54:20 – Why Anglicanism is irenic 55:53 – “Apostolic Succession” vs. “Historic Episcopate” 01:03:05 – First conclusion 01:06:47 – The collapse of the Episcopal Church 01:08:33 – Final conclusion // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: https://livelyfaithministries.org/ SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: mail@livelyfaithministries.org Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #christian #anglican #catholic #christianity #church

    1h 10m

  4. 09/17/2025

    Don't Lose Your Courage | The Life and Legacy of Charlie Kirk | Episode #31

    In this episode we reflect on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, process this tragic event, and join the Church in prayer for our nation and those who mourn. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 03:23 – Remembering Charlie Kirk 15:20 – Why this tragedy feels personal to so many 19:18 – A servant is not greater than his master 22:28 – Media reactions to this tragedy 28:08 – The need for a shared moral framework 32:40 – Taking ownership of our children’s education 42:35 – Don’t ever lose your courage 46:44 – Praying for our country and those who mourn 50:01 – Conclusion // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: https://livelyfaithministries.org/ SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: mail@livelyfaithministries.org Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts #CharlieKirk

    53 min

  5. 09/05/2025

    Anglicans, Presbyterians, and the Future of Ministry | The Rev. Chad Tvenstrup | Ep. #30

    In this episode, we are joined by The Rev. Chad Tvenstrup to explore his journey from Anglicanism to Presbyterianism, discuss the differences between the two traditions, and share our love for Common Prayer. We also discuss the apprenticeship model of ministry and what training future church leaders will look like. Chad Tvenstrup is the Lead Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Bradenton, Florida. He has a BA in Economics from Connecticut College, an MA in Biblical Studies from Providence College, an MA in Anglican Studies from Trinity School for Ministry in PA and is pursuing a DMin from Birmingham Theological Seminary. Chad has served in ordained ministry for 18 years. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 07:46 – Anglican ministry at Church of the Apostles 16:52 – Switching from Anglicanism to Presbyterianism 19:35 – The Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church (ARPC) 23:50 – Favorite parts of Presbyterianism and Anglicanism 31:00 – What Presbyterians can appreciate about Common Prayer 37:40 – Next-Gen Church Leadership article 42:55 – The apprenticeship model of ministry 50:30 – Developing a congregational episcopacy 56:50 – Discussing differences in church polity 01:01:00 – Challenges of mentoring new leaders 01:09:50 – Partnering to share the Gospel 01:17:00 – Conclusion // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: https://livelyfaithministries.org/ SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: mail@livelyfaithministries.org Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts

    1h 21m

  6. 07/26/2025

    Will Pope Leo XIV Take the Catholic Church in a New Direction? | Ep. #29

    In this episode, we discuss Pope Leo XIV’s background, his namesake, how he compares to Pope Francis, and the challenges faced by the Catholic Church. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 01:15 – Pope Leo XIV’s background and election 10:40 – Differences between Leo and Pope Francis 17:35 – Understanding Pope Leo’s namesake 22:30 – Pope Leo XIII and the rise of capitalism 28:22 – Dueling camps within Catholicism 33:30 – TCT Article: Where is Pope Francis? 35:45 – The canonization of Francis would be a death knell 40:30 – Roman Catholic vs. Anglican understandings of purgatory 50:45 – Article continued 01:02:50 – Poor Roman Catholic catechesis 01:09:02 – Why we should care about the Pope 01:14:00 - Conclusion // REFERENCES // Pope Leo XIV – What You Need to Know | AscensionWhere is Pope Francis? | The Catholic ThingPope Leo XIII and Emperor Wilhelm II - First ThingsPope Leo XIII and Contemporary Catholic Contentions - First Things // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: https://livelyfaithministries.org/ SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: mail@livelyfaithministries.org Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts

    1h 18m

  7. 06/07/2025

    WANTED: Men with Chests | Understanding "The Aboliltion of Man" by C. S. Lewis | Ep. #28

    In this episode, we explain the meaning and importance of “The Abolition of Man” by C. S. Lewis, showing how this book predicted the moral decay of modern society, and what the Church can learn from it today. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction 04:47 – Men without chests 07:55 – Against deconstruction 14:50 – The brilliance of C. S. Lewis 18:00 – C. S. Lewis on contraceptives 21:50 – Everyone tries to claim C. S. Lewis 23:55 – Lewis predicted the birth rate crisis 29:15 – The Church needs to focus on core Gospel issues 32:30 – Objective morality is essential 36:00 – Science is always changing 38:08 – Natural philosophy 40:44 – Lewis and Tolkien 43:30 - Conclusion // REFERENCES // C.S. Lewis and the Importance of Natural Law // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: https://livelyfaithministries.org/ SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: mail@livelyfaithministries.org Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts

    44 min

  8. 05/03/2025

    Millennial Perspectives on God, Life, and Money | Josh Fenton | Ep. #27

    In this episode, our editor Josh Fenton joins to discuss Millennial perspectives on faith in God, masculinity, social media, inflation, starting a family, and much more. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 – Introduction & Lively Faith Magazine 05:40 – Josh’s background 08:10 – Reading books 14:00 – Materialism vs. Intelligent Design 20:50 – Running a YouTube channel 24:00 – Managing burnout and motivation 31:00 – Sports betting and retail investing 39:15 – Young men and masculinity 42:40 – Family structure and Natural Law 47:50 – Modern over-emphasis of emotions 52:15 – Attention and overstimulation 56:00 – Social media 01:02:00 – Working from home 01:08:00 – National debt and inflation 01:20:10 – Falling birth rates and starting a family 01:30:38 – Goodness, truth, and beauty 01:44:50 – What are we living for? 02:01:20 – The impact of working on this podcast 02:06:00 – Conclusion // REFERENCES // // LINKS // SUBCRIBE to this podcast: Listen to Lively Faith VISIT the Lively Faith Website: https://livelyfaithministries.org/ SUBSCRIBE to the Lively Faith YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@livelyfaith CONTACT US: mail@livelyfaithministries.org Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg #LivelyFaith #Podcasts

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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 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
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    © Copyright 2024 Lively Faith & the Rev. Nathan Stomberg
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