
Together 4 Good: Conversations on Faith, Family, and Community
Podcast de Bethany Lutheran Church
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Together 4 Good is a podcast from Bethany Lutheran Church ELCA in Cherry Hills Village, CO, designed to offer practical and engaging episodes that support you without expectations. Whether you’re feeling disconnected from traditional religion or exploring faith, we’re here to walk alongside you. Join us for discussions on faith, love, and community as we explore what it means to Know Love, Show Love in everyday life. Stay Connected with us: https://www.bethany-denver.org/
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Have you ever sat with the question, “What am I supposed to do with my life?” You’re not alone. In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate wrestles with the big questions of purpose, vocation, and identity, and why chasing the “perfect” career or calling often leaves us more restless than fulfilled. Through scripture, stories, and some honest reflection, Nate reminds us of an important truth: you are already loved, already blessed, and already enough in God’s eyes. Instead of searching endlessly for the next big thing, maybe God is inviting you to notice what’s already in your hands. You’ll hear about: * Why our culture pushes us to believe something better is always around the corner. * How the story of Moses and the burning bush invites us to look at the gifts we already carry. * The difference between original sin and “original blessing” in understanding who we are. * Practical ways to discern identity, belonging, and purpose through faith. * Why gratitude and joy are linked—and how that can shift your perspective today. This episode is for anyone feeling restless, burned out, or stuck in the constant “what’s next?” cycle. Instead of chasing greener grass, learn how faith roots us in the moment, teaches us to love what’s in our hands, and shows us that there is more than one way to live a purposeful life. 👉 Download the free devotional booklet Who Am I? for a simple introduction to the Enneagram and Bible passages to guide your journey. You can grab it here https://linktr.ee/bethanydenver [https://linktr.ee/bethanydenver] or if you’d like a physical copy email nate@bethany-denver.org 👉 Share this episode with a friend who’s asking the same big questions.

Why doesn’t prayer work the way we want? You pray for healing, peace, or even a new job…and instead of a clear answer, it feels like God left you on “read.” If you’ve ever wondered why God doesn’t answer prayers, you’re not alone. In this episode of Together for Good, Pastor Nate explores the purpose of prayer from a Lutheran perspective, with a little help from three German theologians (Schleiermacher, Tillich, and Martin Luther). Think of it as a crash course in “Prayer for Real Life,” with fewer halos and more honesty. ✨ What you’ll hear: * Why prayer isn’t a vending machine (sorry, no button for instant miracles). * How Christian theology explains unanswered prayers. * Why even Jesus prayed for something and didn’t get it. * What prayer is really about: connection, trust, and God’s presence in suffering. Whether you’re searching for “why doesn’t God answer my prayers,” “Christian teaching on unanswered prayers,” or just curious about how prayer actually works, this conversation is for you. 👉 Stick around to rethink prayer, not as a cosmic wish list, but as a way to root yourself in God’s promises, even when nothing changes. Download the podcast here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/together-4-good-conversations-on-faith-family-and/id1529196060 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFHcs9xjcRK54uXJzUBbH?si=VwBUEjyQQnieXyKHdkcfvA [https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFHcs9xjcRK54uXJzUBbH?si=VwBUEjyQQnieXyKHdkcfvA] Follow Bethany Lutheran Church on social media for all the best moments from the show: https://linktr.ee/bethanydenver

Parenting is messy, beautiful, and exhausting. And for many of us, one of the big questions we carry is: How do I raise my kids in the Christian faith? In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate shares Christian parenting tips that he and his wife are learning as they raise their three kids; what’s working, what they’re still figuring out, and why faith has to be about more than just “good morals.” You’ll hear stories about family traditions that nurture Christian faith (like Christmas Eve hikes with hot cocoa), simple rituals that help children connect with God (their sign-language mealtime prayer is a favorite), and why curiosity, awe, and wonder might be the best tools parents have for passing faith to the next generation. In this episode * How to raise kids in the Christian faith without just teaching rules * Why “faith is caught, not taught” matter for parenting today * Family traditions and rituals that ground children in faith * Simple ways to teach children about God through wonder and curiosity * Why asking “when did your heart feel full?” is a better spiritual practice than focusing only on morals. If you’re looking for practical ways to raise kids with faith, love, and humility, this episode will give you encouragement and ideas to bring into your everyday family life. And if you need to hear it today: you’re doing a great job. Special Bonus: As a companion to this episode, you can also watch or listen to a bedtime story of God’s love, Bible stories for sleep, relaxation, and faith. A gentle way to end the day and remind your children that they are deeply loved. You can tune in here: https://youtu.be/xYUWupzgZrY 📌 Listen & Subscribe: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/together-4-good-conversations-on-faith-family-and/id1529196060 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFHcs9xjcRK54uXJzUBbH?si=VwBUEjyQQnieXyKHdkcfvA [https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFHcs9xjcRK54uXJzUBbH?si=VwBUEjyQQnieXyKHdkcfvA] Follow Bethany Lutheran Church on social media for all the best moments from the show: https://linktr.ee/bethanydenver

On today’s Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate pulls together two of our most recent conversations into one big theme: how to stop measuring yourself by the grind and start resting in God’s peace. First up: hustle culture. You know the drill: more hours, more hustle, more “look what I did.” Nate shares some personal stories (yes, including his grandpa’s trusty steel lunchbox) and the reminder that while hard work is good, it’s not what gives us our worth. That’s where Sabbath comes in, God’s gift to remind us that we’re already loved. Then we shift gears into what happens after you step off the hamster wheel: how do you actually protect that peace? Enter “spiritual sunscreen.” In a world that won’t stop shouting at you to buy, produce, and perform, God flips the script with grace first, then gratitude. ✨ You’ll hear: * Why hustle culture always leads to burnout and despair. * How Sabbath is resistance against being defined by what you do. * The Exodus story as a guide for a new way of living. * What it means to put on “spiritual sunscreen” and guard your peace. * Why grace—not hustle—is always God’s starting point. 📌 Listen & Subscribe: Listen to both episodes here: The Gift of Rest Breaking Free from Hustle Culture [https://open.spotify.com/episode/43stU5H146OLa1y74k2YTv?si=f5ec073fae80444b] https://open.spotify.com/episode/43stU5H146OLa1y74k2YTv?si=f5ec073fae80444b and Spiritual Sunscreen: Protecting Peace in a Busy World [https://open.spotify.com/episode/3SUFqrgljExpcnQnXA3USn?si=a665d300432b4189]https://open.spotify.com/episode/3SUFqrgljExpcnQnXA3USn?si=a665d300432b4189 Download the full podcast here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/together-4-good-conversations-on-faith-family-and/id1529196060 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFHcs9xjcRK54uXJzUBbH?si=VwBUEjyQQnieXyKHdkcfvA [https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFHcs9xjcRK54uXJzUBbH?si=VwBUEjyQQnieXyKHdkcfvA] Follow Bethany Lutheran Church on social media for all the best moments from the show: https://linktr.ee/bethanydenver

On today’s episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate sits down with Pastor Carrie Bayless and her daughter Emmy for a conversation that was totally unplanned, and turned out to be one of the most real, funny, and thoughtful episodes yet. We talk about what it’s like growing up as a pastor’s kid (fun fact: Nate’s a PK too!), the expectations that come with being “the pastor’s family,” and why Emmy, a high school senior, is still showing up for church when so many of her friends aren’t. Along the way we swap stories about pajama pants vs. church clothes, why kids especially 6-and 7-year-olds are the most hilarious part of Sunday school, and how church can feel like home. This episode is about faith, family, and purpose, and why being known and welcomed in a church community makes all the difference. You’ll hear: * Honest stories about what it’s like to be a pastor’s kid and how expectations shape faith. * How church challenges us to grow and why that’s different from checking a box on Sunday. * The difference between school friends and church friends and why it matters. * Why church is still the one place we gather around love, belonging, and Jesus. Download the full podcast here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/together-4-good-conversations-on-faith-family-and/id1529196060 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFHcs9xjcRK54uXJzUBbH?si=VwBUEjyQQnieXyKHdkcfvA [https://open.spotify.com/show/0aFHcs9xjcRK54uXJzUBbH?si=VwBUEjyQQnieXyKHdkcfvA] Follow Bethany Lutheran Church on social media for all the best moments from the show: https://linktr.ee/bethanydenver And keep up with us in the Bethany Connect app available in your app store!

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