It’s Pastor Nate’s birthday episode and he’s using it to talk about one of his favorite topics: spirituality in everyday life.
Because let’s be honest sometimes faith can start to feel like another thing on the to-do list.
Go to church.
Read your Bible.
Say your prayers.And all of that matters, but having faith is so much more than just going to church or reading your Bible.
It’s about connection and relationships. Remembering that God is bigger than any one practice or person.
After 15 years as a pastor, Nate admits that worship and Bible study can sometimes feel more like work than rest, so he’s learned to look for God in other places, too:
in gratitude before a meal,in a walk under the trees,in the rhythm of a ritual that brings you peace,or even in a sticky note on your bathroom mirror that reminds you:God’s here.
He shares how the Bible talks about forgetting and remembering God and how spiritual practices are really just ways to help us remember who God is, who we are, and who we’re called to love.
📖 In this episode:
Forgetfulness vs. sin and why “ah shoot, I forgot” might be a gentler way to understand grace
How your faith practices can change with the seasons of your life
Why ritual and repetition (yes, even lighting the same Advent wreath every year) matter
What gratitude and nature teach us about remembering God
And why even a few seconds of stillness can be an act of worship
This episode is a reminder that God’s already here — in your work, your car, your chaos, and your quiet. You don’t have to be in church to be close to Him.
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Everyone’s talking about artificial intelligence, but beneath the headlines and hot takes, many of us are quietly wondering: what does this mean for our faith?
In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate explores our shared AI anxiety, that uneasy feeling that technology might outpace our humanity, and what Scripture has to say about it. From the story of creation to the healing miracles of Jesus, this conversation reminds us that the heart of the Gospel has always been about relationship, incarnation, and community.
As AI reshapes how we live, learn, and even pray, Nate challenges us to see the hope within the change, that God is still at work, calling us back to real human connection and reminding us that we are more than what we produce.
You’ll hear about:
Why AI is changing everything — but maybe for the better
How technology can push us toward deeper community instead of away from it
What Jesus’ incarnation teaches us about the importance of being physically present
The danger of idolatry when we start thinking we can “save ourselves”
How faith invites us to hope beyond our fears of the future
💬 Whether you’re fascinated or fearful about AI, this conversation will help you see how faith still holds steady — even when the world feels like it’s upgrading faster than we can keep up.
Key Scripture:
Genesis 1:27
Luke 10: 25-37
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What if the moment you thought your faith was slipping away… was actually the moment it started growing deeper roots?
In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate wrestles with a truth that’s both unsettling and freeing: sometimes, you have to lose your faith to find it again. He explores why doubt isn’t a failure—it’s often the beginning of a more honest, mature faith.
This episode unpacks how God meets us in our uncertainty, how compassion heals more than clichés ever could, and how even in the silence, God is already showing up, sometimes right in the palm of your hand.
You’ll hear about:
Why “childlike faith” isn’t the same as childish faith.
The harm in faith clichés like “God never gives you more than you can handle.”
What it really means to suffer with someone (compassion’s truest definition).
How doubt and belief can coexist and why faith actually requires both.
A personal story about doubt, communion, and discovering God in the middle of it all.
Whether you’ve ever felt disconnected from church, uncertain about your beliefs, or frustrated by easy answers, this episode is for you. It’s a reminder that resurrection comes after death of faith, of certainty, of what we thought we knew.
Maybe what feels like losing faith is really God inviting you into something more real.
👉Share this episode with a friend who’s asking the same big questions.
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Let’s be honest, a lot of us are doing everything right. We’ve got the job, the family, the house, the hobbies. Maybe even a decent morning routine. And yet…we’re not happy.
Why?
In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate digs into that question we all wrestle with but rarely say out loud. Why do we keep chasing the next thing, the next achievement, the next purchase, the next version of ourselves, only to end up feeling restless again?
It’s what psychologists call the hedonic treadmill: the more we get, the more we want. And that cycle can leave even the most faithful among us exhausted and unsatisfied.
But grace tells a different story. Grace says you don’t have to keep running. Grace says you are enough, right now, exactly as you are.
Nate shares a real-life confession about stress-buying on Amazon (because we’ve all been there) and even pulls a surprisingly wise lesson from NBA star Kevin Durant. This episode paints a picture of how our endless pursuit of happiness, more stuff, more success, more “nexts” can blind us to the joy that’s already sitting right in front of us.
Because maybe the question isn’t “Why am I not happy?” Maybe it’s “What if I already have everything I need?”
Listen if you’ve ever felt like:
You should be happier than you are
You’re stuck chasing “the next thing”
You can’t rest until life finally feels perfect
You want to find a joy that actually lasts
👉Share this episode with a friend who’s asking the same big questions.
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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 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.
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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
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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 and Spiritual Sunscreen: Protecting Peace in a Busy World https://open.spotify.com/episode/3SUFqrgljExpcnQnXA3USn?si=a665d300432b4189
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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.
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On this week’s episode of Together 4 Good, I sat down with Becky Robinson-Lavenburg. She grew up surrounded by music, sang with prestigious choirs as a kid, and now she’s studying to be a mental health counselor.
What I love about her story is the way music and faith keep circling back for her. She didn’t stick around church because she had to, but because she found a community she actually wanted in her life.
We get into everything from what Bach can teach us about freedom in faith, to why being a Christian isn’t a destination, to how choir rehearsals and youth soccer practice teach kids about showing up and working together.
Becky’s story is thoughtful and real, and it’s a reminder that faith isn’t about “arriving,” it’s about choosing community, staying curious, and letting God meet you right where you are.
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What does Division 1 football have to do with faith? A lot more than you might think.
In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate sits down with Michael Ziemba, former Indiana University football player, UPS “industrial athlete,” and Bethany member, to talk about how faith and football shaped his life.
From growing up in Florida, playing under Coach Tom Allen in the Big 10, to navigating injuries, career changes, and a move to Colorado, Michael shares how faith, hard work, and community have carried him through. His story is one of optimism, perseverance, and trust that God really does have a bigger plan.
You’ll hear:
How football taught Michael about teamwork, trust, and accountability.
The way coaches and mentors wove faith into everyday life on and off the field.
What it looks like to lean on God in the face of injuries, setbacks, and big transitions.
Why community, whether on a team or in a church, is the key reason he’s still here.
Michael’s story is down to earth, heartfelt, and full of reminders that faith isn’t just for Sunday mornings, it’s lived out in locker rooms, delivery trucks, and all the everyday places we show up.
Listen in, share with a football fan in your life, and be reminded: it’s always about the people, and it’s always about God’s bigger plan.
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In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate sits down with Susan Junge to talk about why, after 27 years, she’s still going to church.
Her journey began in an interfaith marriage, sitting in a Lutheran church pew mostly so her husband could sing in the choir. But somewhere along the way, the Holy Spirit began tugging at her heart.
She was baptized as an adult, dove into the church choir, Stephen Ministry, and found a depth of faith she never expected.
Susan opens up about how worshiping together shaped her marriage, how centering prayer transformed her daily awareness of God, and why community, both here and in the Communion of Saints, still holds her steady today.
It’s a conversation about how faith grows quietly over time, why showing up matters, and how God uses community to meet us in joy, grief, and even in the search for a missing cell phone.
What You’ll Learn in this Episode
How an interfaith marriage became the starting point for a lifelong Lutheran journey.
Why showing up in person changes how we experience God and each other.
The spiritual depth found in choir, hymns, and weekly communion.
What centering prayer is and how it can change your daily life.
Why church isn’t about what you “get” but also about who you walk alongside.
How the Communion of Saints connects us to those we love, even after they’re gone.
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Four. Hundred. Episodes.
What a journey, what a milestone, what a celebration!
That's a whole lot of conversation, curiosity, and community.
To mark this milestone, Pastor Nate sits down with someone who's been part of this journey from the beginning, Pastor Gary Sandberg, for a deeply personal conversation about what keeps us coming back to church.
Yes, the headlines continue to shout about church decline.
However, this episode serves as a reminder that staying is its own kind of testimony.
They talk candidly about:
The real reasons people leave church, and the quieter reasons people stay
Grace, commitment, and why the church doesn't need to be perfect to be powerful
How worship can ground us even when nothing else makes sense
The unexpected beauty of liturgy (and chanting in a Snuggie)
What Pastor Gary still finds at the altar after 30+ years in ministry
What You'll Learn
Why do people stay in church when the stats say otherwise
The hidden value of participation over perfection
How churches can offer peace in an anxious, overstimulated world
Why liturgy might be weird at first—and why it's worth sticking with
Pastor Gary's car-shopping analogy for finding the right congregation
This episode isn't just a look back, it's a recommitment to the future. Whether you're a longtime listener or have just discovered us today, we want you to know that you're not just a part of this community, you're an integral part of it. Welcome.
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Today on Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate Preisinger sits down with longtime Bethany Lutheran member Sylvia Boedeker about her faith journey, from small-town Iowa to churches in Hawaii, Michigan, and beyond. Born to German immigrant parents, Sylvia shares how faith, family, and a deep reverence for nature have shaped her life and kept her rooted in church.
Sylvia opens up about working as a physical therapist, attending Bible study, and why church is one of the only places where she truly feels like she can breathe.
Whether you’re someone who finds God on a mountain hike or in the rhythm of Sunday worship, Sylvia’s reflections will help you see how faith weaves through every part of life, and why being part of a church community still matters.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How nature and liturgy can be both sacred spaces
What it’s like growing up as a child of immigrants with a strong sense of identity
How church provides a unique space for respectful dialogue and spiritual growth
The power of consistency, community, and connection in sustaining a lifelong faith
Why Sylvia says church is “one of the few places I can breathe”
🎧 Tune in now to hear Sylvia’s beautiful reflections and honest answers to our favorite question: Why are you still here?
Scott Zimmerman didn’t join a bowling league when he moved across the country with the Navy—he joined the choir.
Stacie Schubert joined a Bible study group that lasted 5 years and doubled as a Monday night dinner club and spiritual lifeline.
Also, yes—there was liturgical dance. And calling cards. And a naked guy on a hike. (You’ll have to listen for that one.)
This week on Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate Preisinger sits down with Scott and Stacie—a married couple and longtime Bethany Lutheran members—for a deeply honest and unexpectedly hilarious conversation about what keeps them coming back to church.
From youth camp mountaintop moments to the comfort of choir rehearsal, they talk about the power of spiritual routine, the beauty of multigenerational connection, and why Disciple Bible Study turned out to be the gateway to real belonging.
Pastor Nate hosts the kind of conversation you wish more churches were having: real talk about doubt, community, and why church is still worth showing up for.
And the answers? Let’s just say, they’re everything you hope church could be.
Why Listen:
You want to believe church can still be fun (spoiler: it can)
You’ve had a complicated relationship with faith and want to hear from people who stuck around anyway
You like pastors who don’t take themselves too seriously but still take faith seriously
What You’ll Hear About:
Camp stories, calling cards, and the kind of friendships that started with letter writing and never really ended.
Why choir is more than music—it’s connection without the uniform
What happens when Bible study turns into found family
🔔 Follow for more conversations about modern faith, spiritual curiosity, and the question behind it all: Why are you still here?
In this heartfelt episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate Preisinger sits down with long-time Bethany member Stephanie Davy for a warm and honest conversation about the steady presence of faith and community throughout her life.
Stephanie opens up about what it was like growing up at Bethany, surrounded by music, mentorship, and a church family that shaped who she is today. From her earliest days in the choir to raising her own children in the same congregation, Stephanie reflects on the way faith has grounded her in seasons of joy and grief, growth and uncertainty.
Together, they talk about the importance of church as more than just a Sunday thing. For Stephanie, it’s a space for connection, leadership development, spiritual formation, and perhaps most importantly, a constant reminder of God’s peace and presence through every chapter of life.
Whether you’re raising kids in the church or wondering what it looks like to return after stepping away, this episode is a beautiful testament to why community still matters, and how faith passed down can become faith deeply rooted.
What You’ll Learn:
How early church involvement can shape lifelong faith
Why community and leadership opportunities matter for youth
The role of music and service in spiritual growth
How faith helps us navigate grief and uncertainty
What it looks like to raise the next generation in church today
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In this episode of Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate Preisinger sits down with Kate and Paige—two thoughtful and refreshingly honest Gen Z summer interns—to talk about what keeps them connected to church, and why so many of their peers are stepping away.
They share personal stories about growing up in faith, the impact of the pandemic on their church habits, and what they’ve had to unlearn along the way. From Kate’s call to become a pastor—which, in true Gen Z fashion, began the moment someone told her she couldn’t—to Paige’s deep connection to God through nature and working with kids, this episode offers a nuanced and hopeful look at the next generation’s relationship with the church.
The conversation also touches on big themes like Christian nationalism, deconstruction, and the disconnect between churches and their communities.
Whether you're a church leader, parent, or someone curious about where the future of faith is headed, this episode is full of insight, laughter, and hope.
What You’ll Learn:
How the pandemic disrupted Gen Z’s relationship with church
Why Paige feels most connected to God through nature and children’s ministry
The surprising story behind Kate’s call to ministry—and the power of being told “no”
What Gen Z wishes the church would stop doing (and what they hope it starts)
Why Christian nationalism is a major turn-off for young adults
How churches can reconnect with younger generations in real, meaningful waysAnd yes... why Pastor Nate absolutely cannot handle ASMR
🎧 Listen now for a funny, honest, and conversation about church, doubt, and why showing up still matters.
Welcome to Together 4 Good, a podcast from Bethany Lutheran Church ELCA in Cherry Hills Village, Colorado. This faith-filled podcast explores real-life topics through the lens of love, grace, and community, without judgment or expectations. Whether you’re feeling spiritually disconnected, deconstructing your beliefs, or simply looking for authentic conversations about faith, we’re here to walk alongside you.Each episode is designed to be practical, engaging, and rooted in home, making it easy to explore Christianity, Lutheran theology, and spiritual wellness at your own pace. 🎧 Subscribe now for weekly episodes on:🔹 Everyday spirituality🔹 Building meaningful connections🔹 Navigating doubt and belief🔹 Inclusive Christian perspectivesStay connected with us: https://bethany-denver.orgBethany Lutheran Church ELCA | Cherry Hills Village, CO#ChristianPodcast #ProgressiveChristianity #BethanyDenver #CherryHillsVillage #ELCAChurch #EverydayFaith
This week on Together 4 Good, Pastor Nate welcomes a guest who’s not often in the spotlight but whose story is worth hearing. Josh Ehlers – Bethany’s accountant, runner, numbers guy, and quietly faithful presence in the church community, joins the podcast to talk about what keeps him showing up: to church, to community and to a life grounded in faith.
Josh opens up about growing up in a small-town Ohio church, how his grandparent’s faith shaped his own, and how that foundation stayed with him, even when church attendance waned, life shifted, and direction felt unclear.
Their conversation weaves through the college years, a cross-country move to Denver, and the very unexpected path that led Josh to his current role at Bethany. While he didn’t set out to work at a church, what he found was more than just a job, it was a sense of purpose and a space where faith and real life intersected.
This episode is a reflection on why young adults still choose church. It’s more than tradition. It’s about connection, meaning, and showing up even when things are uncertain. Josh’s story is honest, grounded, and filled with the kind of hope that can only come from staying rooted through it all.
Why Listen:
Hear how a rural Ohio church shaped a lifelong faith journey
Explore how young adults wrestle with and return to spiritual community
See how purpose often shows up in unexpected ways
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Questioning your faith? This episode explores deconstruction, doubt, and deeper Christian connection.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not sure I believe this anymore” or “Does asking questions make me a bad Christian?” — you’re not alone. And you’re not wrong for asking. In fact Pastor Nate Preisinger argues that asking hard questions is part of being Christian.
What you’ll learn:
What faith deconstruction is (and what it’s not)
Why doubt and curiosity can actually strengthen your faith
How the church can do better at making space for questions
The difference between abandoning faith and rebuilding it
Why Jesus was the OG question-asker
Whether you’re going through a spiritual shift, raising kids who are asking hard questions, or just thinking that church = certainty, this one's for you.
🕊️ Faith and doubt can hold hands. And church can still be home, even when you're rebuilding what that means.
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