Recently I was talking to my friend Aaron Salvato who heads up the GoodLion Podcast Network. I reached out to him regarding the idea of possibly creating a podcast with audio versions of some of my articles from this blog. Aaron’s advice was that I consider rebranding the blog since “Longmont Pastor” might tell people who I am, but it doesn’t help them know what this site (and potential podcast) is about.

So, in light of Aaron’s advice, the “Longmont Pastor” blog has been rebranded as “Theology for the People” – which better reflects my goal with this site: to bring understanding of God’s Word and application for the questions that people are asking today.

Theology for the People Podcast

I have also started a Podcast, and I would love it if you would subscribe and share it with others. You can find it on all major podcast platforms, but you can click here to find it on the podcast platform of your choice: Theology for the People Podcast

On the blog you will now see this icon above some posts:

If you click that icon, it will take you to the podcast episode in which you can listen to an audio version of that post.

I plan to create podcast-specific content as well, so make sure to subscribe!

Thanks for reading (and now listening!) – and please continue submitting your questions (click here to ask a question or suggest a topic), and I will continue doing my best to write and record helpful content!

Here are the episodes currently on the podcast:

The History of Lent & the Lost Celebration – Theology for the People

What is Lent really about? Should evangelicals practice it? And did you know that the early church celebrated Easter for 40 days?In this episode of Theology for the People, Nick Cady explores the fascinating history of Lent — from its origins in the early church to its evolution over the centuries. What began as a 40-day preparation for baptism eventually became a widespread season of fasting and penance. But along the way, something was lost: a 40-day season of celebration known as Eastertide.Nick walks through:The early church practice of baptism on EasterThe rise of catechumens and Lent as preparationThe normalization of infant baptismThe influence of original sin and ChristendomWhy Easter was once a 40-day feast of joyWhy many Christians emphasize penance but neglect celebrationWhether you observe Lent or not, this episode will challenge you to remember that celebration of what Christ has done for you should take precedence over focusing on what you do for Him.📩 Have a theological question? Visit nickcady.org and click “Ask a Question.”Subscribe for upcoming episodes on:The Olivet Discourse (Matthew 24–25)Church planting in North AfricaThe Jewish Seder and how it points to JesusAnd more!

1. The History of Lent & the Lost Celebration 17:19
2. Why Apprenticeship is the Truest Form of Discipleship – with Heath Hardesty 40:10
3. The Gospel in the Midst of Grief: Lessons from Widowhood – with Susan VandePol 53:16
4. The Conversion of the Vikings: Finding Bridges to the Gospel for Missionary Encounters 01:08:50
5. When War Scatters the Church: Lessons from Ukraine – with Sharon Markey 58:09