<![CDATA[How Shall We Then Live?]]>The "How Shall We Then Live?" podcast desires to see young conservative Christian men learn how to conform every part of their lives to the kingship of Jesus Christ and see the culture redeemed for Christ.

We cover all topics including worship, politics, reading Scripture, and bringing the dominion of Christ to your work, friends, classmates, etc.


Join us as we strive to serve Jesus and ask ourselves "How Shall We Then Live?"

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:04:36 GMTThu, 29 Jan 2026 00:39:35 GMT60Joshua Pool & Ryder Smith<p>The "How Shall We Then Live?" podcast desires to see young conservative Christian men learn how to conform every part of their lives to the kingship of Jesus Christ and see the culture redeemed for Christ. <br /><br />We cover all topics including worship, politics, reading Scripture, and bringing the dominion of Christ to your work, friends, classmates, etc.</p><p><br />Join us as we strive to serve Jesus and ask ourselves "How Shall We Then Live?"</p>episodicJoshua Pool & Ryder Smithjoshuakingcostrategies@gmail.comno<![CDATA[09. Pastor Al Stout | The Covenant Pt. 2 - How it Affects Your Life]]>In this episode, Joshua and Ryder finish their discussion with Pastor Stout about covenant theology. In this second part, they discuss the practical implications of having a covenantal mindset. They focus on how it affects your worship, your family, and your daily life.

]]>8cd28b09-9a41-49b8-a61c-826fe2bac4c0Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Joshua and Ryder finish their discussion with Pastor Stout about covenant theology. In this second part, they discuss the practical implications of having a covenantal mindset. They focus on how it affects your worship, your family, and your daily life.</p>no00:49:081909. Pastor Al Stout | The Covenant Pt. 2 - How it Affects Your Lifefull<![CDATA[08. Jason Farley | Understand Metaphysics, Understand the Gospel]]>In this episode, Joshua and Ryder talk to Jason Farley about metaphysics. As you listen to this episode, you will begin to see how what you believe about metaphysics shapes what you believe about the Gospel. Join them as they discuss the importance of knowing and understanding the story and world God is creating.

]]>d4063f32-e851-4b45-b467-3648093d672cTue, 07 Apr 2026 03:56:16 GMT<p>In this episode, Joshua and Ryder talk to Jason Farley about metaphysics. As you listen to this episode, you will begin to see how what you believe about metaphysics shapes what you believe about the Gospel. Join them as they discuss the importance of knowing and understanding the story and world God is creating.</p>no01:05:531808. Jason Farley | Understand Metaphysics, Understand the Gospelfull<![CDATA[07. Shane Stanley & Josh Drost | A Biblical Worldview vs. Modern Culture]]>In this episode, hosts Joshua Pool and Ryder Smith have on Josh Drost and Shane Stanley to explore the importance of worldview in shaping our beliefs and actions, emphasizing the need for a biblical perspective in all areas of life. They share personal journeys of faith, church experiences, and insights on apologetics, evangelism, and living under Christ's lordship.

]]>347c1c95-668b-4460-9428-e738d064c46eTue, 24 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, hosts Joshua Pool and Ryder Smith have on Josh Drost and Shane Stanley to explore the importance of worldview in shaping our beliefs and actions, emphasizing the need for a biblical perspective in all areas of life. They share personal journeys of faith, church experiences, and insights on apologetics, evangelism, and living under Christ's lordship.</p>no01:06:151707. Shane Stanley & Josh Drost | A Biblical Worldview vs. Modern Culturefull<![CDATA[06. Dr. Ben Merkle | Alfred the Great: How to Be a King Within the Culture]]>On this episode, Ryder interviews Dr. Ben Merkle about his book "The White Horse King: The Life of Alfred the Great". They have a hearty discussion about how King Alfred led his nation against the Vikings, how he fought alongside his nation at the forefront, and how he developed a Christian culture amidst a pagan society.

]]>d356508c-3838-4b53-8327-c6025daaa6bfWed, 18 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>On this episode, Ryder interviews Dr. Ben Merkle about his book "The White Horse King: The Life of Alfred the Great". They have a hearty discussion about how King Alfred led his nation against the Vikings, how he fought alongside his nation at the forefront, and how he developed a Christian culture amidst a pagan society. </p>no00:37:231606. Dr. Ben Merkle | Alfred the Great: How to Be a King Within the Culturefull<![CDATA[05. Josh Drost | Biblical Authority: When and Who We Submit to]]>In this episode Ryder and Joshua talk with retired Green Beret and current Father, Husband, and Christian, Josh Drost. We learn about when we are to submit to authorities in our lives, who those authorities are, and how it effects us for the better.

It is also our first episode with video, which will be on YouTube shortly!!!

]]>4ca6e105-709d-4596-95fb-3e6312e5f3feTue, 10 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode Ryder and Joshua talk with retired Green Beret and current Father, Husband, and Christian, Josh Drost. We learn about when we are to submit to authorities in our lives, who those authorities are, and how it effects us for the better. </p><p>It is also our first episode with video, which will be on YouTube shortly!!!</p>no00:54:0905. Josh Drost | Biblical Authority: When and Who We Submit tofull<![CDATA[04. Pastor Al Stout | Theology 101: The Covenant & How God Relates to His People]]>In this episode, Pastor Al Stout of Providence Church joins hosts Joshua Pool and Ryder Smith to dive into the doctrine of covenant theology. They talk about Pastor Stout's personal shift to this understanding, the basics of covenant theology, and the continuity between the Old and New Covenant. Join them as they gain a deeper, more biblical understanding of how God relates to His people.

]]>43493c97-ecb0-4f90-bed8-f85442a523ceTue, 03 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Pastor Al Stout of Providence Church joins hosts Joshua Pool and Ryder Smith to dive into the doctrine of covenant theology. They talk about Pastor Stout's personal shift to this understanding, the basics of covenant theology, and the continuity between the Old and New Covenant. Join them as they gain a deeper, more biblical understanding of how God relates to His people.</p>no00:51:071404. Pastor Al Stout | Theology 101: The Covenant & How God Relates to His Peoplefull<![CDATA[03. Jarad Lastie | Ensuring Our Friendships Are Edifying To The Lord]]>In this episode, Ryder and Joshua have on Jarad Lastie for wisdom and insight on friendships. How does the culture treat these relationships, and how should we treat them according to the Word of God?

]]>e32fc729-a437-481e-9d32-faa2d4ab77ebTue, 24 Feb 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Ryder and Joshua have on Jarad Lastie for wisdom and insight on friendships. How does the culture treat these relationships, and how should we treat them according to the Word of God?</p>no01:00:591303. Jarad Lastie | Ensuring Our Friendships Are Edifying To The Lordfull<![CDATA[02. Reading, Praying, & Memorizing - Take Dominion Over Your Daily Disciplines]]>In this episode, Joshua and Ryder discuss the importance of developing consistent spiritual habits, including daily Bible reading, prayer, and scripture memorization. They emphasize the struggles young Christians face in maintaining these disciplines and the role of community in fostering accountability and encouragement. Practical tips for prayer and memorization techniques are shared, along with the significance of viewing scripture as the primary means to know God.

]]>5ce392fc-f950-4533-9947-b7a411015157Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:04:39 GMT<p>In this episode, Joshua and Ryder discuss the importance of developing consistent spiritual habits, including daily Bible reading, prayer, and scripture memorization. They emphasize the struggles young Christians face in maintaining these disciplines and the role of community in fostering accountability and encouragement. Practical tips for prayer and memorization techniques are shared, along with the significance of viewing scripture as the primary means to know God.</p>no01:14:431202. Reading, Praying, & Memorizing - Take Dominion Over Your Daily Disciplinesfull<![CDATA[01. Pastor Uri Brito | Why & How We Worship]]>This episode containing guest speaker, the presiding minister of the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches (CREC) and head Pastor of Providence Church of Pensacola, Dr. Reverend Uri Brito; it covers the essentials of worship, the importance of Sunday Worship to the Christian's life and how that Sunday worship should be structured according to the patterns of Scripture.

]]>dfa82266-cc4a-4c24-916f-f852901752c9Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:54:44 GMT<p>This episode containing guest speaker, the presiding minister of the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches (CREC) and head Pastor of Providence Church of Pensacola, Dr. Reverend Uri Brito; it covers the essentials of worship, the importance of Sunday Worship to the Christian's life and how that Sunday worship should be structured according to the patterns of Scripture.</p>no00:57:051101. Pastor Uri Brito | Why & How We Worshipfull<![CDATA[00. Introduction | How Shall We Then Live?]]>Welcome to How Shall We Then Live? In our first episode, we introduce you to ourselves and why we started this journey.

]]>7116f506-e79a-4f9c-b19b-9e8cd5a5b9b6Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:52:57 GMT<p>Welcome to How Shall We Then Live? In our first episode, we introduce you to ourselves and why we started this journey.</p>no00:37:1700. Introduction | How Shall We Then Live?full