The Revived Podcast | Practical Faith for Men

What if the most loving, wise, and God-honoring response isn’t advice… but silence?In the story of Job, his friends didn’t rush to explain suffering. They sat with him. No fixing. No theology. No answers. Just presence.This episode explores why sitting in pain—without trying to solve it—can be an act of deep wisdom, and how we often lose that wisdom the moment we feel the need to speak.If you’ve ever felt pressure to “say the right...

Faith isn’t vague — it follows a pattern.Hebrews 11 shows four steps that explain why most people feel stuck.In this episode, Steven Kolberg breaks down the four steps of biblical faith found in Hebrews 11 — from revelation, to action, to tension, to trusting God with the results.This isn’t motivational faith.It’s lived faith — the kind that costs comfort, requires obedience, and trusts God beyond outcomes.0:00 Why Faith Feels Stuc...

Faith is often treated like something that needs to be bigger — stronger, louder, or more impressive.

But in Luke 17, Jesus challenges that idea completely. When the disciples ask Him to increase their faith, He points to the smallest seed imaginable and says that’s enough.

In this episode of The Revived Podcast, Steven Kolberg explores what Jesus is really saying about faith, obedience, and belief — and why faith isn’t about size at...

Miscarriage changes you—emotionally, spiritually, and relationally.

After losing our baby, I found myself face-to-face with questions I never expected to ask. Is God still good? Can I trust Him? And what happens when Jesus is no longer who you thought He was?

In this episode, I share our story of miscarriage, suffering, and a shaken faith—and how John 6:66–69 stopped me from walking away. Not with answers. Not with clichés. But with ...

In this episode, Steven Kolberg opens up an honest conversation about prayer, frustration, and the often-misunderstood teaching of Jesus in Luke 11: ask, seek, knock. What does shameless persistence actually look like? And why does God sometimes feel silent when we’re praying faithfully?

Steven reflects on his own six-month journey of persistent prayer, the parable of the man who knocks on his friend’s door at 3 a.m., and the deeper...

When life turns you upside down, decision-making becomes nearly impossible. Emotions swing hard, everything feels heightened, and suddenly even simple choices feel like life-or-death calls. In today’s episode of the Revived Podcast, Steven Kolberg walks through how to hear God when everything feels painfully loud and confusing.

Inside this episode:

• Why emotional overload distorts clarity

• How suffering changes the way we hear God

• Wh...

In this episode of the Revived Podcast, Steven Kolberg delves into the complexities of faith amidst life's unpredictable challenges. Drawing from personal experiences and biblical parables, Steven explores the depth of devotion and the transformative power of grace. Whether you're on a morning commute or reflecting at home, join us for a heartfelt discussion on staying true to one's beliefs and finding strength in spiri...

In this episode of the Revived Podcast, Steven Kolberg delves into the transformative power of intentional community and faith. Discover how picking up your cross daily can lead to profound personal growth and deeper connections with others. Join us as we explore the challenges and rewards of living intentionally in a diverse community centered around Jesus. Whether you're starting your own group or seeking to deepen existing r...

💭 Are you willing to lay down your dreams… so God can give you His?

In this episode of Revived Podcast, we wrestle with one of the hardest questions in the life of a believer:

What if the dream you’ve been chasing… isn’t the one God has for you?

We explore:

• Why God sometimes asks you to surrender what you thought life would be

• What it means to trade good desires for God’s best

• The difference between training, striving, and trusting

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When life feels uncertain and God feels silent, what do you do?

In this episode, we wrestle with those in-between moments where the answers aren’t obvious—and the next step isn’t clear. This is for anyone who has ever prayed, “God, what are you saying right now?”

We unpack:

• How to wait with purpose

• What Scripture says about trusting in the fog

• And practical ways to tune your ear to His voice when the noise is loud

If you’re in a...

Are you living for the opinions of others, or for the calling of God?In this episode of the Revived Podcast, we unpack why so many of us delay stepping into what God has clearly placed on our hearts. Fear of judgment, the weight of criticism, and the search for approval can hold us back—but they don’t have to.God’s call on your life is bigger than the noise around you.Stop waiting for permission. Stop giving power to voices that di...

In this episode, Steven dives into powerful truths from the Book of James to tackle the toxic cycle of comparison and judgment. Discover how choosing compassion and mercy—not competition and criticism—can transform your heart and relationships. Through honest personal stories and practical application, Steven challenges listeners to pray blessings over those they’re tempted to compare themselves to and to withhold judgment by exten...

Are you in a season where everything feels stuck — like no matter how hard you try, nothing is working? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive deep into James 1:12, a powerful reminder that God sees your struggle, honors your endurance, and promises a crown of life to those who remain faithful through it all.💬 Let’s talk about what it really means to trust God when life feels like it’s falling apart — and how to let go of ...

Most people never change because they never start doing these 3 simple things.

In this episode of the Revived Podcast, I reveal 3 habits that completely transformed my life — and they can do the same for you. These aren’t tips you’ll hear on every self-help list. They’re powerful shifts that rewire your mindset, rebuild your purpose, and realign your path with what truly matters.

If you feel stuck, tired of surface-level fixes, and r...