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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 conversation with the Rev. Mark Galloway and Subdeacon Cory Dupont as they explore the richness of Church Tradition and apply it to the comp ...
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Catholicism, Theology of the Body, and Humanae Vitae | Tobin Dancy | Ep. #18
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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 …
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What Does the Church Say About IVF? | Ep. #17
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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…
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The Crisis of Modern Masculinity | Ep. #16
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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 …
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Did Pope Francis Approve Same-Sex Blessings? | A Response to Fiducia Supplicans | Ep. #15
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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 LIS…
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Turmoil in the Catholic Church, and How to Handle Church Controversy | Ep. #14
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In this episode, we unpack the Catholic "Synod on Synodality," Pope Francis favoring a more liberal church, and how it all impacts non-Catholics, too. Plus, we discuss how all Christians should handle church controversy, and reasons for future hope. (Note: This episode was recorded prior to the Vatican statement on blessing same-sex couples. That s…
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Israel-Hamas and the Failure of Moral Relativism | Ep. #13
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In this episode, we discuss the Israel-Hamas war from a Christian perspective, the dangers of moral relativism, and why all worldviews are not created equal. We also examine Russia-Ukraine, open borders, the need for intellectual honesty, and how the Second Coming of Jesus Christ puts everything into perspective. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL…
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Frank Conversations About Christianity | One Year of Lively Faith | Ep. #12
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We celebrate the one-year anniversary of the podcast by looking back at our favorite moments and looking ahead to our vision for the future. The Revs. Stomberg and Galloway discuss generational differences, technological change, and the temptation to value style over substance. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: Sign Up // CHAPTERS // 00:00 …
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Why Christians Should Care About Anglicanism | Ep. #11
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In this episode, we discuss the state of the Anglican Church, the GAFCON Kigali Statement, the start of the Catholic "Synod on Synodality", and divisions in the SBC over women pastors. We also answer the questions: Why should Christians care about these issues, and how can we have peace during religious turmoil? LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL …
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Living with Chronic Illness | Ep. #10
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We interview the Rev. Mark Galloway about his experience living with Parkinson's and POTS, how Christians should respond to suffering, how to best care for loved ones, and spiritual advice for handling chronic illness. Disclaimer: This episode does not constitute medical advice as we are not medical experts. Check out the bonus version of this epis…
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Spiritual Formation and the Future of Ministry | Ep. #9
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Get to know the hosts! In this episode, the Rev. Nathan Stomberg and the Rev. Mark Galloway share their personal backgrounds and how they came to faith in Jesus Christ. They also discuss how Christian life and ministry has changed over the last 50 years, and what the future looks like for the next generation of pastors. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OU…
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Learning About All Things Orthodoxy, Part 2 | Ep. #8
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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Subdeacon Cory Dupont about Orthodoxy. We dive into the economy of salvation, differences between Eastern and Western Christianity, our love for the ESV translation, why Orthodox Easter falls on a different date than Western Easter, the Asbury revival, and our common hope in the Resurrection. LET'S…
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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) | Ep. #7
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In this episode, we examine the impact of Artificial Intelligence and discuss how Christians should think through the worldview issues that come with this new technology. We also discuss what it means to be human, how our relationship with technology has changed over time, and we read AI-generated sermons. (Please excuse us as we work through audio…
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Learning About All Things Orthodoxy, Part 1 | Ep. #6
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In this episode, Subdeacon Cory Dupont talks about all things Orthodoxy and clears up some common misconceptions about Orthodox Christianity. We also learn about beards, architecture, icons, theological differences between East and West, and how different traditions can find unity. (Please excuse our technical difficulties in this episode!) LET'S S…
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The Great Tradition & Remembering Pope Benedict | Ep. #5
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In this episode, we explore the concept of the Great Tradition of the Church, examine where Protestants, Catholics, and Orthodox believers can find common ground, we remember the life and legacy of Pope Benedict XVI, discuss the future of the Catholic Church, reflect on our need for moral courage, and much more. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL …
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Christian Perspectives on the Lottery, Gambling, and Cryptocurrency | Ep. #4
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In this episode, we examine whether or not Christians can buy cryptocurrency, purchase lottery tickets, or participate in sports betting. We also discuss blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, Sam Bankman-Fried and the FTX scandal, gambling, the Super Bowl, the debt ceiling, affirmative action, the importance of work, and much more. Finally, we ans…
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Why All Christians Should Care About the Catholic Church | Ep. #3
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In this episode, we discuss Bishop Thomas Tobin's upcoming retirement, and why what happens in the Catholic Church is important for all Christians to understand (not just Catholics). We also review two recent surveys from LifeWay and Pew Research revealing how both Evangelicals and Catholics increasingly deny Christian morality. Plus, what does Mar…
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Why did people love Queen Elizabeth? | Ep. #2
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Why was Queen Elizabeth II so popular? In this episode, we reflect on the death of Queen Elizabeth, examine her importance in the history of Western Civilization, and consider what Christians can learn from her example. We also look ahead to the Christmas season and share our favorite parts of the holiday. LET'S STAY IN TOUCH! JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: …
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What do we mean when we talk about 'lively faith'? In this episode, we discuss who we are and what our vision is for the Lively Faith podcast. We examine the differences between our generations (Baby Boomer, Generation X, and Millennial) and the unique challenges of reaching each group of people with the Gospel. We also explore the current challeng…
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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. We invite you to listen and discover the glory of a life lived with a lively faith! VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://lively-faith.cap…
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