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Provoke & Inspire Podcast — Religion & Spirituality
Provoke & Inspire Podcast

Provoke & Inspire is a weekly podcast featuring four artists, ministry leaders, and passionate followers of Jesus (Ben, David, Luke, and Chad) with decades of front-line experience and the stories to back it up! Every week they discuss how Jesus might respond to current events and issues facing the church today.

Copyright: ℗ & © 2019 Provoke & Inspire Podcast

Latest Episodes:

P&I Moments: Why Don't Christians Look Happier? | Elijah Lamb Aug 29, 2025

Is pushing morality really the way to win people to Jesus? How can we expect to do so if we ourselves are joyless - and how can Christians still be sad?
All this and more from speaker and social media influencer Elijah Lamb
Listen to the full episode:
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

595: How to Keep Faith Real When the Hype Fades | Pastor Jimmy Seibert Aug 28, 2025

How do we return to a simple faith of knowing God intimately, simply, and living in such a way that requires full reliance on him?
Ben talks with pastor and church planter Jimmy Seibert, whose own ministry intersected long ago with that of David's, and continues to grow to this day as God leads him onward. "There are no good ole days."
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

594: Bitterness is Killing You (Here’s the Cure) Aug 26, 2025

The regulars cover the topic of an Australian man who forgave, and even befriended, the killer of his children, through the power of his own faith. Is forgiveness much more powerful than we even think it is? How exactly does God forgive us of our sins? Don’t miss this episode.
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

P&I Moments: Is the Dream You're Chasing Really God's Will? | Mattie Montgomery Aug 22, 2025

Mattie Montgomery, pastor and former vocalist of the band For Today, discusses his path from the stages of festivals and clubs to the stage of a church in Tennessee, and lessons learned along the way.
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

593: The Surprising Purpose of Prayer (and Why We Forget) Aug 19, 2025

Has prayer ever felt pointless to you? Or if not that, at least a boring religious exercise...even one done in futility? Ben and David explore this topic with a message that will bring refreshment into the heart of every follower of Jesus, regardless of where you are in your journey of prayer.
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

P&I Moments: William Lane Craig | Is Suffering the BEST Christian Apologetic? Aug 15, 2025

How do we deal with those who fall into the category of extreme apathy - those espousing something you could call "Apatheism"? How do you approach suffering with no framework for God in your life?

Apologist, author, and speaker William Lane Craig weighs in on these heavy matters.

Listen to the full episode here:

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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

592: The #1 Danger Facing the Church Today | Pastor Landon MacDonald Aug 14, 2025

Ben talks to pastor and content creator Landon MacDonald. Landon is the pastor of Mission Community Church in Phoenix, AZ. They discuss an experiment Landon did involving billboard ad space which made him go viral, and why biblical illiteracy often plagues the church today.

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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

P&I Moments: Jesus, or The Algorithm: Who’s Really Leading You? | Isaac David - Daily Disciple Aug 08, 2025

When it comes to the emerging prominence of online ministry, how can we know if we are making a difference, when we may never see some of the people we are trying to reach? Do we know if our ministry is a success, or have we simply found a niche? How do we step back from mistakes we might make, when the reach of the internet is so vast, and the platform so public?

Ben talks to YouTuber Isaac David of Daily Disciple, as they attempt to tackle some of the space's biggest questions.

Listen to the full episode here:

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

591: The Key to Finding Peace When You’re Overwhelmed, Anxious, or Stressed | Dr. Caroline Leaf Aug 07, 2025

How do we parse out mind, body, and spirit when navigating issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, and habits? Ben talks with the brilliant clinical neuroscientist, mental health educator, and author Dr. Caroline Leaf about these very things.

Dr. Leaf discusses her new book, Help in a Hurry: Simple Tips for Finding Peace When You're Overwhelmed, Anxious or Stressed

Check out Dr. Leaf's new book HERE.

Visit Dr. Leaf's website HERE.

Follow Dr. Leaf on:

Instagram:
https://instagram.com/drcarolineleaf

YouTube:
https://youtube.com/@DrCarolineLeaf

Facebook:
https://facebook.com/drleaf

Twitter/X:
https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf

Podcast:
Cleaning Up the Mental Mess
https://drleaf.com/pages/podcast

Books:
https://drleaf.com/collections/all-books

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

590: Public Baptisms and the Key to Keeping Your Faith Alive Aug 05, 2025

What happens when things in the church get brought outside of their traditional settings? What happens when you offer baptism in a public park in Germany? The guys talk about risk, breakthrough, and starting from where you are; being honest about where you are at spiritually.

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

P&I Moments: Why Are We Addicted to Outrage? | Nate Sala Aug 01, 2025

How can we provide people with solutions in their search for meaning? Why are we so drawn toward disapproval and indignation? How can we stand out from others as followers of Jesus? Ben talks with Nate Sala of the YouTube channel, "Wise Disciple" about the current cultural zeitgeist.
Listen to the full episode here:
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Apple
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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
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Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

589: Am I Making My Life Count? Jul 29, 2025

Ben reflects on the sobering truth of James 4:14. Our lives are like a mist, here one moment and gone the next. Drawing from personal stories, scripture, and the haunting wisdom of the 1989 film Dead Poets Society, he shares a practical framework for living intentionally: having a clear aim, building a real plan, and committing to weekly reflection. If you don’t want to waste your life, this episode is for you.

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
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Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

P&I Moments: Pete Greig (24-7 Prayer) | The Key Behind Every Revival Jul 25, 2025

From a surge in global prayer to a rising hunger for truth among Gen Z, this conversation unpacks the signs of revival. The regulars are joined by Pete Greig from the 24-7 prayer movement, who explores why prayer isn’t passive, how culture has reached a breaking point, and why now is the time for a new generation to rise, lead, and live differently.
Listen to the full episode here:
Spotify
Apple

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Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com
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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

588: Should You Trust a Church That Markets Itself? | Brady Sticker Jul 24, 2025

Brady Sticker from ChurchCandy joins to tackle the controversial topic of digital marketing in the church. Does it lead to true discipleship or just transfer growth? They explore the power and pitfalls of tools like Facebook ads, discuss how to use them with integrity, and unpack how personal connection, not automation, is key to reaching a spiritually hungry generation.

Check out ChurchCandy HERE.
Learn more about Brady at bradysticker.com

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
----------------------
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

P&I Moment: Brian "Head" Welch, Ryan Ries | Is Your Faith Just a Performance? Jul 18, 2025

Ben talks with speaker Ryan Ries, as well as guitarist Brian ‘Head’ Welch of the band Korn about staying consistently faithful to Jesus, and soft-hearted in a crazy world.
Listen to the full episode
Spotify
Apple

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
----------------------
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

587: Sonny Sandoval (P.O.D.) | Why Real Faithfulness Doesn’t Look Like You Think Jul 17, 2025

Grammy-nominated POD frontman Sonny Sandoval joins the podcast to talk faith, fatherhood, and the tension of following Jesus in a chaotic world. From raising kids on the road to resisting the pull of fame, Sonny shares raw insights on living authentically, loving well, and staying both grounded in grace and close to Jesus.

Check out Sonny’s book, “Son of Southdown,” here.

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
----------------------
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

586: Is the Church’s View of Gender Pushing People Away? Jul 15, 2025

Have we confused biblical truth with cultural stereotypes? In this episode, we’ll explore whether the Church’s approach to gender roles is more alienating than affirming, especially to those already feeling on the margins. Are we holding to Scripture or adding barriers Jesus never intended?

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
----------------------
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

P&I Moment: Dr. Curt Thompson | Has Church Growth Become an Idol? Jul 11, 2025

Psychiatrist, author and speaker Dr. Curt Thompson explores why true discipleship isn’t scalable—and why that’s the point.

Drawing from neuroscience, church history, and the life of Jesus, he challenges the obsession with mass growth and spotlights the transformative power of small, intentional communities.

Listen to the full episode here:
Spotify
Apple

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Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com
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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

585: Why Most Churches Fail at Discipleship (And How to Fix It) | Jonathan Moynihan Jul 10, 2025

Ben talks with Jonathan Moynihan, lead pastor of Mosaic Christian Church in Elkridge, Maryland, and host of The White Flag podcast.

They unpack why the modern church is struggling to form real, mature followers of Jesus. We explore the deep disconnect between what churches say they prioritize and what they actually measure, why traditional programs often fall short, and how Jesus’ model of relational, high-challenge discipleship remains relevant more than ever.

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
----------------------
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

584: Patriotism Isn't Cool Anymore, But Should It Be? Jul 08, 2025

In light of the USA's Independence Day, Ben goes solo to ask whether or not (for those who live in the United States) our different freedoms and forms of wealth as Americans are something we take advantage of, or take for granted.

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
----------------------
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

583: What’s Really Causing the Millennial Midlife Crisis? Jul 01, 2025

Many millennials are facing the same “midlife crisis” that their parents did, yet without the money to buy that Porsche or the spouse to leave for someone younger.

Although these typical material exchanges may not be occurring, the crisis remains.

How can followers of Jesus speak into this issue, and what deeper root does a midlife crisis speak to?

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
----------------------
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

P&I Moment: Marijuana Expert Dr. Todd Miles | Does Marijuana Have a Legitimate Use Case? Is God Okay with You Getting High to Cope? Jun 27, 2025

Many people, even in the Church, are increasingly acceptant of things like THC or CBD, while at the same time many still demonize marijuana as a dangerous substance that can open spiritual doors.
Is there truth to either side? Dr. Todd Miles talks to Ben and Chad about this contentious subject.
Listen to the full episode here:
Spotify
Apple
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Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com
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Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.
Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!
Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!

Ben Pierce
David Pierce
Chad Johnson
Luke Greenwood

582: Does Jesus Fit Into Your Politics? | nobigdyl. Jun 26, 2025

Ben speaks with Dove Award-winning rapper and songwriter Dylan Phillips, AKA nobigdyl. for an honest conversation about faith, creativity, politics, and staying centered on Jesus in a divided world; from the story behind his song "imago interlude" to the Church’s need to rise above tribalism.

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Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS.
Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
----------------------
Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today!
Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.
For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com

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581: End Times? Israel, Iran, and Following Jesus in Global Turmoil Jun 24, 2025

Are we on the brink of WWIII? Is it already underway? Beyond what countless news sources are fixated on, and reporting, what do followers of Jesus do with this information, and this situation? Is this the end?

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P&I Moment: Preston Perry | Is Evangelism a Unique or a Universal Command? Jun 20, 2025

Ben talks with evangelist, author and speaker Preston Perry about the finer details of calling, vocation, and how we are all commanded to go and share the gospel, making others such as ourselves.

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580: Missions Expert Warns: Gospel Proclamation Is No Longer a Priority for Ministries and Churches—Here’s How to Change That | Ted Esler Jun 19, 2025

Ben and Aaron talk with Ted Esler, president of Missio Nexus, to discuss a surprising trend among missions organizations: the growing reluctance to prioritize bold, proclamation-based evangelism. We explore why some ministries are moving away from direct gospel communication, how fear and cultural pressures are shaping strategy, and what it takes to reignite a passionate, courageous witness in today’s world.

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579: Should Michael Tait's Moral Failure Surprise Us? Jun 17, 2025

The regulars respond to the recent admissions from Michael Tait (former Newsboys/DC Talk frontman) and wrestle with deeper, systemic questions of what happens when influence outpaces character. Why do the faithful finishers rarely make headlines? Is public ministry inherently dangerous to the soul?
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P&I Moments: David Platt | Can God Change My Heart? Jun 13, 2025

Ben and Aaron talk with pastor, author and speaker David Platt about how we can inspire the church to wake up and reach the nations with the gospel, as we are commanded to do in Matthew 28.
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578: Dr. William Lane Craig | The Real Reason Atheism Failed and Gen-Z’s Meaning Crisis Jun 12, 2025

Is there truth to "staying in your lane" regarding what God has called you to do? How do we navigate Gen-Z's view of spirituality? How do we know whether or not we will fall into sin again when we are in heaven?
Author, apologist, and theologian Dr. William Lane Craig joins Ben on the podcast to answer these questions and more.

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Episode 577: Is Comfort Killing Your Faith? Jun 10, 2025

Why are we drawn to lives of comfort? Why does comfort end up hurting us? Is Chad about to take his biggest risk yet?

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P&I Moments: God Does Impossible Math! | Dallas Jenkins (The Chosen) Jun 06, 2025

Dallas Jenkins, director of the worldwide phenomenon TV-series "The Chosen" shares his mindset of bypassing traditional definitions of success or impact, and instead focusing on pleasing God, and God alone.
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576: The Real Reason We All Lack Purpose — and What to Do About It Jun 05, 2025

Do we all just need to quit our jobs and sail the world? What is it about the world that makes us want to escape it?

In this episode, the guys talk about Oliver Widger, who quit his job, bought a boat, and sailed to Hawaii. Millions followed his journey, raising many existential questions along the way.

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575: Does Godly Ambition Exist? | Ruslan KD Jun 03, 2025

Ben talks with YouTube personality, cultural commentator, and author Ruslan KD about preaching the gospel using social media, the potential pitfalls of doing so, and his upcoming book, "Godly Ambition."

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P&I Moments: Will AI Replace God? Oxford Professor Drops Truth Bomb | John Lennox May 30, 2025

Oxford mathematics professor John Lennox shares his alarming thoughts on our impending Orwellian future from his book "2084 And The AI Revolution".
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574: Going Viral Didn’t Change My Life — Jesus Did | Paul Allen (Voice of the Minnesota Vikings) May 27, 2025

Ben and Aaron talk to the one and only Paul Allen of the Minnesota Vikings, someone who LeBron James once deemed a, "National Treasure". They talk faith, being faithful in the spotlight, and of course, a bit of football.

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P&I Moments: Tim Keller | Can We Reach People Through Friendship? May 23, 2025

Tim Keller asks the telling question of why a Christian might be trying to deliberately hide their faith in a relationship with an unbeliever, and explores the true meaning of contextualization as outlined in the scriptures.
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573: Crazy God Story: “We baptized two girls in a MrBeast video!” May 22, 2025

Ben and David talk with content creator and influencer Auzi Films about social media, gaming algorithms, reaching Gen Z for Jesus, and his participation in Mr. Beast's "Beast Games".
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572: Is Gen Z’s Jesus Movement Real or Just Another Trend? And Has Revival Become a Brand? May 21, 2025

Why is this generation so spiritually curious? Is social media fueling faith or flattening it into content? How do we tell the difference between a move of God and a moment of trend?

And perhaps the biggest question of all — what does real revival look like in a culture obsessed with visibility and virality?

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P&I Moments: Tom Holland (Dominion) | You're More Christian Than You Think May 16, 2025

BBC host and author Tom Holland joins the guys for a discussion surrounding his book, "Dominion".
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571: Isaac David (Daily Disciple) | Is Porn the #1 Discipleship Killer? Is the Internet a Real Mission Field? May 13, 2025

Is it possible to use YouTube content to preach the gospel and disciple people? What holds young men back from living effective Christian lives? How do we offer tools that help paint them a positive vision for the future?
Ben talks with YouTuber Isaac David of Daily Disciple on following Jesus in a world that runs on social media.
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P&I Moments: Jay Stringer | How Christians Misfight Porn Addiction May 09, 2025

Ben and Luke talk to therapist, author, and speaker Jay Stringer about his book "Unwanted". How can we as Christians address the epidemic of pornography with truth, grace, and love instead of shame, fear, and legalism?
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570: Why Is Church the Hardest Place to Be Real? May 06, 2025

Why do churches often feel like the least safe place to be vulnerable? Why is it easier to give grace to people who have struggled with sin, but very little grace, if any at all, to those who continue to struggle?
Churches often mention weak marriages, mental health, and financial battles, but why is their root cause, sin, not included in the picture?
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P&I Moments: Preston Sprinkle | Is the Church a Safe Place for LGBTQ+ People? May 02, 2025

Author and Pastor Preston Sprinkle and the regulars discuss today's sexually broken culture in light of the perfect love of Christ, and the church's historically negative track record in regard to it.
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569: Why the Future of the Church Depends on a Radical Rebuild Apr 29, 2025

If we were to start from scratch and rebuild the church purely based on the principles and practices laid out in the Bible, what would it look like in today's world? Are we at a crossroads where a transformation of the Church is not just possible, but essential?
The regulars ask these questions, David shares a story of laughing translators, and much more this week on P&I.
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P&I Moments: Dallas Jenkins | What If God Wants Me to Fail? Apr 25, 2025

Dallas Jenkins, director of the worldwide phenomenon TV-series "The Chosen" shares the story of his success, which was ultimately rooted in his biggest failure.
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568: Nate Sala (Wise Disciple) | How Should Followers of Jesus Navigate Hot Topics (Gender, Politics, Race, Etc) Online and In Person? Apr 22, 2025

Are we about to see a repeat of the Jesus Movement of the 1970s? How did a school teacher become a full-time YouTuber?
Ben talks to Nate Sala from Wise Disciple about the current cultural zeitgeist and how we can act accordingly as Christians.
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P&I Moments: Are Easter Outreaches a Thing of the Past? Apr 18, 2025

In 1 Corinthians 15:12-19, Paul speaks of the fact that if Jesus was not raised from the dead, the thing we devote so much of our lives to is ultimately pointless.
Do we live as if the resurrection really happened, and are our churches taking the correct approach to reaching people today with that message?
Ben goes solo and invites us to slow down and reflect on the sacrificial death of Jesus this Good Friday.
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Don’t wait—get your copy today!
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567: Jennie Allen (GATHER25) | Is Jesus Coming Back Sooner Than We Think? Apr 15, 2025

Is there power in unity, and is it possible to be united as a global church?
When it comes to sharing the gospel, how can we operate from an understanding of where people are coming from in today's culture?
Bestselling author Jennie Allen comes on the show to unpack the heart and story behind Gather25 — a worldwide call to unity, revival, and mission. From loneliness and family life to bold faith and the urgency of the Gospel, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
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Don’t wait—get your copy today!
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P&I Moments: Lee Strobel | THIS is The #1 Accusation Against God. Apr 11, 2025

Apologist and author Lee Strobel shares his view on why God often seems to be so hidden - something that atheists often cite as a leading factor of disbelief in his existence.
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566: Would Jesus Start a Riot? Apr 08, 2025

Are we in danger of making provocation the goal, and not the gospel? Is it necessary for people today, in order to get them to think twice about God?
The guys react to a recent ministry event in Glasgow, Scotland that sparked a viral backlash on instagram.
The reaction to the event begs the questions of whether this happened in a "Book Of Acts" fashion of seeing civil unrest follow the preaching of the gospel, or whether we are sometimes guilty of causing trouble for no reason; making it the focus, and deciding factor of whether or not we are being effective in our ministry endeavors.
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P&I Moments: Philip Yancey | Does God Pursue Those That Deconstruct? Apr 04, 2025

Philip Yancey shares how he came to faith in Jesus after a childhood of severe spiritual abuse, and seasons of spiritual deconstruction.
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Don’t wait—get your copy today!
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565: Is Our Obsession With Relevance Killing the Real Jesus? Why Gen Z's Not Dating, and Why We All Feel Ugly. Apr 01, 2025

Are we heading into a population collapse of apocalyptic proportions? What is it that's leading younger people into cosmetic surgeries? Did a country singer cross the line with his new song comparing Jesus to a drinking establishment?
Luke is absent, David shares his fear of projectile infants on an upcoming vacation, and the guys touch on a number of topics including questions of contextualization surrounding a new song by Adam Doleac called 'Bar Named Jesus'.
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Don’t wait—get your copy today!
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P&I Moments: Josh Porter (Showbread) | Do Protestants Ruin Art? Mar 28, 2025

Why is it that the artistic images of the bible seem to contradict the rules of the protestant church? What does this say about how we interpret the scripture, and how we can better change our culture to move closer to a biblical vision for art?
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564: David Platt (Radical) | 3 Billion People Still Haven’t Heard the Gospel — What Will We Do About It? Mar 25, 2025

Are there really three billion people who have not yet heard the gospel? What barriers stand in the way, and how can we, as the Church, respond? What role do we play in changing that reality?
Ben and Aaron Pierce sit down with pastor, speaker, and author David Platt (Founder of Radical) at Austin Texas' SXSW festival to discuss how the church can hope to reach the unreached, as outlined in the great commission of Matthew 28:18-20.
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Don’t wait—get your copy today!
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P&I Moment: How Hearing Loss Changed Jon McCray’s Life! (Whaddoyoumeme?) Mar 21, 2025

Jon McCray shares his story of getting started in YouTube apologetics, but not before enduring a season of hearing loss which put his faith to the test.
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Don’t wait—get your copy today!
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563: The LGBT Community ARE Open to Jesus! Featuring Rodereck Blassingame Mar 18, 2025

How do we properly address one of the most contentious topics the church faces today? How can we love and engage the LGBT scene with the love of Jesus?
Instagram influencer Rodereck Blassingame sits down with Ben and Aaron Pierce in Austin, TX during the SXSW Festival 2025, and shares his testimony of leaving the LGBT scene for a relationship with Jesus.
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Don’t wait—get your copy today!
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562: How Would Jesus React to Trump vs. Zelenskyy? Mar 11, 2025

The world is in chaos—wars, political turmoil, and the relentless pull of ideologies demanding our allegiance. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to be aware but not consumed, to engage without compromising, and to prioritize His kingdom over any earthly power
In this episode, we explore what it means to live as exiles in modern culture, resisting the seduction of political loyalty while speaking truth to power with the humility, love, and boldness of Christ.
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Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church?
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561: The Friendship Crisis, AI Romance, & Our Dying Need for Connection Mar 04, 2025

What does it mean for faith, love, and human connection, when AI-driven relationships are becoming increasingly common?
Can a chatbot truly replace real intimacy, is it deepening the loneliness crisis, and how should followers of Jesus respond to a world where people turn to AI for companionship?
In this episode, the regulars wrestle with the implications of AI romances, exploring the intersection of technology, loneliness, and the gospel. How can we offer real hope in an increasingly artificial world?
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560: Marriage Expert: Why Relationships Fail, Why So Many People Are Single, & How to Build Love That Lasts | Gary Thomas (Sacred Marriage) Feb 25, 2025

Why do many relationships seem doomed to fail despite initial love and commitment? Why are more and more people waiting to get married?
Gary Thomas unpacks the hidden dynamics behind why relationships sometimes fail and explores the cultural and personal reasons behind why so many people are remaining single.
Drawing from his acclaimed book Sacred Marriage, Gary offers practical, spiritually grounded strategies to build a love that endures and transforms. Whether you’re in a relationship or navigating the dating scene, this episode provides actionable advice to help you nurture a deeper, lasting connection and create a marriage that not only survives but thrives.
Check out Gary's books HERE.
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Episode 559: From the Mosh Pit to the Pulpit | Mattie Montgomery! Feb 18, 2025

Ben is joined by author, speaker, pastor, and former frontman of the Christian metalcore band "For Today", Mattie Montgomery!
How do we live for what really matters - being faithful in the roles God has called us into, be that a pastor, parent, friend, and above all, follower of Jesus? Mattie also answers the question, "How does the vocalist of a metalcore band become the pastor of a church?"
Learn more about Mattie Montgomery HERE.
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Don’t wait—get your copy today!
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How Do I Reach Those Who Won’t Walk Into a Church? Feb 14, 2025

Do you ever struggle with how to share the love of Jesus with your friends, family, neighbors, or coworkers? Does it feel like an impossible task in today’s culture?

You're not alone - but there’s hope!

Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for.
Don’t wait—get your copy today! Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.

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Episode 558: Does Belief in Heaven Make Justice on Earth Irrelevant? Feb 11, 2025

What does the Bible really say about heaven? How has the hope and promise of eternity ignited faith, sparked movements, and reshaped history?
Atheists often accuse Christians of wasting their lives in anticipation of the afterlife, but the guys dive in to how, on the contrary, it has fueled faith, inspired movements, and shaped the course of history.
After the podcast's release two weeks ago, there was much more to discuss, so the guys discuss heaven in part two of this faith-stretching conversation!
Listen to the first part of this conversation by clicking here.
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Episode 557: The Real Reasons Gen Z Rejects Jesus | Elijah Lamb Feb 04, 2025

Los Angeles influencer and speaker Elijah Lamb joins Ben on the podcast to discuss Gen Z's greatest obstacles to accepting the gospel, as well as the greatest opportunities that exist for it.
Elijah shares his story of encountering God at an early age, along with his journey of having Jesus lead him to teaching, evangelizing, and better understanding the people God is calling him to reach.
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Episode 556: Will Heaven Get Boring? Jan 28, 2025

Instagrammer Kareem Rahma of "SubwayTakes" recently posted a reel of him talking with a guy who expresses that going to heaven would suck.
Is there some truth in this misconception? Is heaven really going to be an eternal church service? If it's simply the best version of everything here on earth, wouldn't that eventually become a prison?
The regulars weigh in on this contentious, complicated subject, recognizing that to grasp ideas of heaven is often like two-dimensional beings trying to grasp third-dimensional realities.
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Episode 555: What If Free Speech Isn’t as Simple as We Believe? Jan 21, 2025

Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and CEO of Facebook/Meta, recently went on the popular podcast The Joe Rogan Experience, to discuss his company's policy changes concerning freedom of speech and expression on their social media platforms.
Amid Zuckerberg's admissions of deliberate pressure and interference from the Biden administration, especially regarding COVID-19, the regulars weigh in on the value of freedom of speech. What are its origins? Is it a biblical right? What do we make of our ability to speak in the first place?
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Episode 554: What Do I Do When Those Closest to Me Walk Away From God? Jan 14, 2025

Proverbs 22:6 instructs us to, "Train up a child in the way he should go..."
and goes on to say that, "even when he is old he will not depart from it."
What about when those closest to us walk away from God? Was it our responsibility to prevent it?
How does this apply, when all around us we see the kids of pastors, missionaries, and Christians in general, departing from the faith they were raised in? Is there a Biblical formula that we all seem to be missing?
The four regulars share their experience of raising kids, and the delicate balance one might aim to strike of not forcing religious views upon them, but also not letting them simply roam free without spiritual direction.
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Episode 553: Wes Huff, Billy Carson, and Why Defending the Truth Matters. Jan 09, 2025

Back in October, Theologian Wes Huff and ancient civilizations researcher Billy Carson recently had a debate on the Mark Minard podcast.
Billy argues that biblical texts are inaccurate and that even the crucifixion did not happen, while Wes, a biblical scholar with expertise in ancient manuscripts, counters this position with evidence of the Bible’s historical reliability and unique origins.
The aftermath of the viral debate then landed Wes on The Joe Rogan Experience, where Wes was able to share in detail on one of the world's most influential podcasts, why the bible can be trusted.
The regulars react to the debate, the episode on Rogan, and how we should rightly celebrate the public dismantling of lies.
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Episode 552: Why New Year's Resolutions DON'T Work Jan 03, 2025

New year, new resolutions! But how do we avoid making resolutions that are the desires of a spiritualized hustle culture?
"I want this, this, and this (for myself)."
Instead, how do we reorient our hearts toward seeking God's will and his dreams for our lives?
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Episode 551: Can I Argue Someone Into Believing? Dec 19, 2024

Ben and David come to you from a hotel in Pereira, Colombia, on the final No Longer Music tour of 2024.
Ben shares how nearly every single concert has been a fight: obtaining permissions, facing corruption, problems with city officials, and more. Yet in light of that, how every show has resulted in people becoming radically transformed by the message of the Cross and surrendering their lives to Jesus.
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Episode 550: Am I Wasting My Life? Dec 17, 2024

“Carpe diem, seize the day”…
At the end of the year, Ben goes solo to address a question that haunts many people: “how do I make my life count?”
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Episode 549: Do I Get to Decide When I Die? Euthanasia, Anti-humanism, and the Image of God. Dec 10, 2024

No one can choose when they are born, should they be able to decide when they die?
Canada’s MAID program (medical assistance in dying) is one of many Euthanasia-based medical practices worldwide, existing as a legal means of ending one’s life in the case of those whose death is “reasonably foreseeable.”
Is there mercy in ending someone’s suffering, or are we in danger of treating people as a vet would treat the terminally ill family hound? With the rise in popularity of such a practice, and the loss of the sanctity of life in secular culture, how should Christians feel and respond to this?
All of this and more on this week's episode!
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Episode 548: What Is the Life We’re All Looking For? W/ Andy Crouch (Tech-Wise Family) Dec 03, 2024

Ben is joined by Andy Crouch, author of The Tech-Wise Family, as well as his latest, The Life We're Looking For.
Andy Crouch (MDiv, Boston University School of Theology) is a partner for theology and culture at Praxis, an organization that works as a creative engine for redemptive entrepreneurship, and he is the author of The Tech-Wise Family, Strong and Weak, and Culture Making. Andy serves on the governing boards of Fuller Theological Seminary, the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, and InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.
Check out Andy's books here.
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Episode 547: Am I Willing to Look Foolish for Jesus + Am I Unlikeable? Nov 26, 2024

Are you willing to look foolish to reach people for Jesus? What does that look like in everyday life? Can't we just be cool and faithful at the same time?
The guys answer these questions and more!
Also, are you unlikeable? Leon runs the guys through a likeability test. Play along and see how you score!
Rarely = 3
Sometimes = 2
Often = 1
0 - 12 = Unlikeable Jerk
13 - 26 = Slightly Tolerable
27 - 26 = Decent dude/girl
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Episode 546: Why Does My Birthday Suck? Nov 25, 2024

Birthdays are a special occasion, yet they can be hard to enjoy. Why do we feel lonely, anxious, or disappointed on a day that is supposed to be joyful and filled with celebration?
Ben goes solo to give you tell you why birthdays, empirically speaking, suck.
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Episode 545: Is AI Coming for My Soul? Nov 19, 2024

Artificial Intelligence has long been seen as an inevitable threat to mankind, but in what way? Is it possible that it's more subtle than something like James Cameron's 1984 film "The Terminator" made it out to be?
The regulars react to Ben's story of an AI-generated podcast episode that stirred up questions of meaning and the potential for human obsolescence. Meanwhile, David again expresses his love for Tesla's Cybertruck, and Chad shares his bizarre run-in with a wild animal.
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Episode 544: Finding Hope and Truth in the Hardest Times + a Big Change Is Coming! Nov 14, 2024

We all go through hard times, but how do we respond in a Godly way? What does it practically look like to trust God in situations we can’t control?

For this week’s episode, Ben shares his thoughts about these questions and reveals an exciting change that is coming to the podcast!
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Episode 543: Is This Really the Solution Secular Culture Has to Our Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction? Nov 07, 2024

Why is Gen-Z the most depressed, anxious, and overly medicated generation in America?
PragerU attempts to answer this question in their new mini-documentary The Void: Finding Happiness in a World of Escapism. But do those solutions satisfy the problem?
The regulars reunite for a discussion on whether purpose can be truly created or found by 'getting your act together'; just a few of the many paths put forward by secular culture, and yet ultimately falling short.
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Episode 542: How Do I Stay Sensitive to the Holy Spirit? W/ Brian Head Welch (Korn) and Ryan Ries (Whosoevers) Oct 31, 2024

On October 27th, Korn wrapped up the North American leg of their 30th anniversary tour in St. Paul, Minnesota. But before the show, guitarist Brian Head Welch stopped by the P&I studio along with Ryan Ries of The Whosoevers for an in-person podcast.
We often hear stories of God moving: healings, miracles, words of prophecy, and divine appointments - but how can we learn to hear God speak, and be led by him into situations where these types of things might happen?
Brian and Ryan share about life, ministry, and touring. The guys talk about how God speaks to each of them individually, and lastly, David expresses his felt need for a Tesla Cybertruck.
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Episode 541: Jesus, the Transgender Movement, and Will Ferrell Oct 24, 2024

"Will & Harper" is a new Netflix documentary that follows Will Ferrell as he finds out his close friend of 30 years, Harper Steele, is coming out as a trans woman. The two decide to embark on a cross-country road trip to process this new stage of their relationship.
As followers of Jesus, should we respond to the transgender movement? We want to share the truth, but we also want to show love. How do we find the right balance?
In an exceedingly rare moment, three out of the four regulars find themselves together in the same room. They attempt to answer the question above, including what species it was that David encountered in his living room and if Luke's Maserati truly does 185 (MPH). All of this and more on this week's episode!
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Episode 540: Cancel Culture, Porn, and Going Viral for Jesus w/ Alexizz Rodriguez (Bloodlines) Oct 17, 2024

As followers of Jesus, how can we practically take a stand for our faith and the truth of the Gospel in the midst of a world that contradicts and opposes it all?
Ben and Chad are joined by Alexizz Rodriguez, frontman of the Christian metalcore band Bloodlines.
They discuss identity, accountability, and the band's recent launch into the social media spotlight when a clip from one of their shows, where the band speaks out against the destruction of pornography in society, went viral.
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Episode 539: Engaging Politics as a Jesus Follower (Without Being a Jerk)! Oct 10, 2024

It's that time of year again, and in the United States, things are tense as we get closer to the presidential elections.
How can we be politically active without degrading or dehumanizing those around us who might not align with our convictions? How do we treat people as Jesus would?
David and Ben sit down together to attempt to answer how to engage in politics without being a jerk as a follower of Jesus.
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Episode 538: Without THIS Your Faith Will Die + Japanese Lavatories Oct 03, 2024

Does your faith feel dull? What if the key to bring your walk with Jesus to life was doing the ONE thing that most frightened you? Without risk, does faith really exist?
All of this and more on this week's episode with the regulars, minus Luke - who is currently in one of the Koreas.
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Episode 537: Is Jesus the Answer to the Anxiety, Depression, and Suicide Epidemic? W/ Jacob Coyne Sep 26, 2024

Ben is joined by Jacob Coyne - author, preacher, Christian content creator, and founder of Stay Here: a mental health organization and movement dedicated to ending suicide, and healing the broken hearted by equipping millions of individuals in hope-filled suicide prevention training and awareness.
Jacob is the author of, "Stay Here: Uncovering God's Plan to Restore Your Mental Health", and shares how we can meet people where they're at with the love of Jesus.
Check out Jacob's book here.
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Episode 536: What Are We Getting Wrong About Evangelism? W/ Preston Perry Sep 19, 2024

Ben is joined by evangelist, poet, author, and speaker Preston Perry for a discussion on how we can refine and discern our God-given gifts to better reach people outside of the church, and how we can love God's glory more than our comfort.

Check out Preston's latest book, "How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts--Not Just Arguments."
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Episode 535: Why Is God So Hidden? W/ Lee Strobel! (Classic Replay) Sep 12, 2024

Ben and Aaron are joined by best-selling author of the book The Case for Christ, Lee Strobel!
Together, they talk about Strobel's book Is God Real: Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life, while alsowrestling through the question, "If God is real, why is he so hidden?"
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Episode 534: Deconstructing Faith and Finding Jesus W/ Philip Yancey! Sep 07, 2024

Ben is joined by American author, Philip Yancey, who explores the most basic questions and the deepest mysteries of the Christian faith.
Together, they talk through Philip's story and his new book, "Where the Light Fell: A Memoir", deconstruction, and how you can speak to someone who is far from God.
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Episode 533: A Crucial Strategy For Making the Most of Your Life! Sep 05, 2024

As Ben returns from another amazing tour, he comes to you solo to share an invaluable strategy for helping to make the most of the life that we have.
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Episode 532: How to Talk to a Spiritually Open Skeptic Aug 30, 2024

Ben and David come to you from a hotel room in eastern Poland to talk about the shifting spiritual culture and how to talk to people who may be open spiritually but unwilling to commit to anything.
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Episode 531: Christian Education and YouTube Evangelism w/ Jon McCray (Whaddoyoumeme) Aug 22, 2024

In this episode, Ben meets YouTube personality Jon McCray of Whaddoyoumeme.
Jon shares his story of coming to know Jesus, how he started his channel, and what has kept him going through the difficulties of what God has called him to do.
Check out Whaddoyoumeme on YouTube, here!
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Episode 530: Staying Faithful to Jesus While Surrounded By War W/ Valery Riabokonenko Aug 15, 2024

In this episode Ben, Luke and David are joined by longtime friend and missionary, Valera of Steiger Ukraine.
Valery updates the guys on what Ukraine has been like in terms of ministry, everyday life, and simply put - survival, in light of these 900 days of war since the Russian invasion began.
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Episode 529: Imane Khelif, Wokeism, and NOT Being a Fool Aug 08, 2024

Ben goes solo for a thoughtful examination of another 2024 Olympic controversy involving an Algerian boxer named Imane Khelif as he asks the question of how we should biblically respond as followers of Jesus.
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Episode 528: Drag Queens, the Olympic Opening Ceremony, and the Christian Response Jul 30, 2024

What in the world happened during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics in Paris? Was it a blatant attack on Christianity, or simply a highly sexualized (albeit realistic) depiction of a moment in Greek mythology?
Whether it was blasphemy, or a brazen performance (or both?) it's not a question of whether we react or not as Christians, but rather how we SHOULD react to this.
In this episode all four of the regulars weigh in with their opinions on this event.
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Episode 527: When Was the Last Time I Wept? Jul 25, 2024

John 11:35 says, "Jesus wept." So many depictions of Jesus are of a stoic, unfeeling guru or mystic, when in reality there is no person with greater emotional depth than the person of Christ. Why is this?
In this episode Ben and David examine the emotional life of our Christian culture, and how it so often falls short of Jesus' example. What can we do about it? How can we weep over the world, as he did?
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Episode 526: Rats, Trump, and How Jesus Defines Success Jul 18, 2024

Ben and David once again go on the record to discuss the recent assassination attempt of former president Donald Trump, David's history in dealing with rats in the home, and most prominently, how we can see what a biblical definition of success in life and ministry looks like when observing the life of John the Baptist.
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Episode 525: How Do I Keep My Heart from Growing Cold? Jul 12, 2024

In this episode, Ben is joined by Chad and David, where they attempt to address the issue of how often we get used to the suffering we see all around us. Whether it's friends, co-workers which we choose to overlook the suffering of, or something like the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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Episode 524: Finding Intimacy With Jesus in Dark Times W/ Alicia Britt Chole Jul 02, 2024

In this episode Ben sits down with author and speaker Alicia Britt Chole to talk about her newest book, "The Night is Normal: A Guide Through Spiritual Pain."
Alicia discusses how to navigate spiritual darkness, and how we can run into problems when we think spiritual maturity always equals better, happier feelings.
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Episode 523: Carl Lentz and the Power and Pitfalls of Public Vulnerability Jun 27, 2024

Carl Lentz recently sat down with his wife for an excruciatingly honest conversation about his moral failings, and how his family has managed to navigate them.
In this episode, Chad and Ben discuss whether openly discussing issues of this magnitude, in this format, is the healthy, and even Godly thing to do.
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Episode 522: What About Those Who DON’T Respond? Jun 20, 2024

In this week's episode, David and Ben come to you from the mountains of Norway with a special road report from No Longer Music's first tour of 2024. They share about what God has been doing in Germany, Poland, Sweden, and Norway. The two also talk about evangelism and the church's often complicated relationship with it.
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Episode 521: Atheism Is on the Decline, but Is That a Good Thing? W/ Justin Brierley! Jun 13, 2024

Did the rise of New Atheism end up doing more damage to it's own cause than good?
Can we ever truly escape our need for religion, and is the West turning back to God?
Ben sits down with longtime friend Justin Brierley, formerly of the "Unbelievable?" podcast to discuss the new trends in spirituality that we are seeing unfold across the secular world. They also talk about Justin's newest book, The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God: Why New Atheism Grew Old and Secular Thinkers are Considering Christianity Again.

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Episode 520: Is Taylor Swift the Key to Reaching Gen Z? Jun 06, 2024

A church in Germany hosts a service based around Taylor Swift, her music, and its themes of justice, love, tolerance, and more - packing out their building.
Are they on to something? Is this a sign of the collapse of the church? Ben is joined by Luke and Chad to weigh in on this controversial event.
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Episode 519: Are Sports a Hobby, an Idol, or Evidence of God’s Existence? May 30, 2024

Is there a deeper existential reality that sports, and our relationship to them, portray? Can David and Ben survive an expert-level Swiss ski hill? All of this and more on this week's episode of P&I!
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Episode 518: Harrison Butker, Cancel Culture, and How to Share Jesus Effectively Today. May 23, 2024

In this episode, Ben goes solo to weigh in on the controversial commencement speech given last week at Benedictine College by NFL kicker and Super Bowl champion Harrison Butker (Kansas City Chiefs).
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Episode 517: I’m a Christian - Shouldn’t I Feel Satisfied? May 16, 2024

Is a purpose-filled life only reserved for a select few who happen to have found their dream job and God-given calling? Is it something we have to create for ourselves? How do we deal with the fact that so many people who seem to have it all, even Christians, are dissatisfied with their day to day existence? What is the answer?
In this episode the regulars, minus Chad, attempt to tackle these tough existential questions, while David applauds Luke for a highly specific attribute he is said to possess.
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Episode 516: What Will It Take to Reach Gen-Z for Jesus? W/ Gabrielle McCullough (Harris Creek Baptist Church) May 09, 2024

How do we effectively reach Gen-Z for Jesus? Is there a common denominator between Gen-Z'ers that fall away from the faith, and those that don't?
In this episode Ben and Chad talk with evangelist, disciple-maker, and bible-teacher Gabrielle McCullough who works closely with JP Pokluda of Harris Creek Baptist Church.
They learn from her story how powerful the life of a young person transformed for Jesus can be and the impact they can have for the gospel on the world around them through simple obedience.
Check out more about Gabrielle's ministry here: https://gabriellemccullough.com/
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Episode 515: Smartphone Addiction, Mark Driscoll, and Phantom Leg Vibrations May 02, 2024

Are our smartphones killing our faith? Do we need to take drastic steps to protect ourselves from their misuse? Were Mark Driscoll's actions out of line at the Stronger Men's conference?
In this episode the regulars cover these questions, amid the broader topic of our current smartphone addiction and epidemic, in light of author Jonathan Haidt's new book, The Anxious Generation.
David also shares about his disdain for a phone's Airplane Mode function, and an ominous occurrence of phantom vibration syndrome.
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Episode 514: Reaching People for Jesus in the Inner City of Chicago W/ Esteban Shedd Apr 25, 2024

Ben and David sit down with rap and hip hop artist Esteban Shedd, as he shares about the beginnings of Streetlights audio bible, and how from a basement to a parking lot, to a studio, to a non-profit, to the road, to the globe - contextualizing the word of God has effectively reached millions who might never walk into a church.
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Episode 513: What If God Doesn't Want to Heal Me? Apr 18, 2024

So often our culture in the church sets people up for failure with expectations of prosperity, healing, and after coming to Jesus, when the truth is that this is just not the reality to be expected.
David and Ben ask the question of whether or not healing is a guaranteed part of being a Christian, or if God might sometimes have greater plans for redeeming our suffering.
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Episode 512: Does Prayer Really Make A Difference? W/ Pete Greig of 24-7 Prayer Apr 11, 2024

Is prayer something inevitably dull and boring? How can we faithfully engage in prayer to change the world for Jesus?
In this episode Ben and Luke talk with the founder of the 24-7 Prayer movement, Pete Greig, and discuss how a life of prayer is the only hope we have in making a difference as Christians.
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Episode 511: Bad Therapy, the Mental Health Crisis, and the Solution No One Is Talking About! Apr 04, 2024

Is modern therapy making us all worse? Has the church adopted the secular mindset of medicating its way through the normal hardships of everyday life? In many ways it seems we've forgotten the healing power of the gospel, and the restorative power of the Holy Spirit.
In this episode the regulars weigh in on this controversial subject, after reading through popular journalist Abigail Shrier's new book, "Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up."
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Episode 510: The Toxic War on Masculinity W/ Nancy Pearcey Mar 28, 2024

Is the current war on men justified? How do we as Christians aim to address and remedy the toxic masculinity in our culture as followers of Jesus?
Professor Nancy Pearcey sits down with Ben and Chad to discuss this topic in light of her new book, "The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes"
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Episode 509: Without THESE Changes We Will Never Reach the World! W/ Dr. Lisa Pak (Finishing The Task) Mar 21, 2024

In this episode, Ben and Aaron sit down with Reverend and Dr. Lisa Pak, who works alongside Pastor Rick Warren at Finishing The Task, an organization that exists to see every people group in the world engaged with an indigenously led church planting movement.
Jesus said in Matthew 24:14 that, "...this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come."
How do we practically set out to complete the great commission, especially when people groups continue to emerge such as the global youth culture?
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How Do I Avoid Burnout? Mar 15, 2024

Why do we quit? What is it that is making the average American change jobs every four years?
In this quick hit Ben talks about perseverance, and how the significance of our lives depends on us getting this right.
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Episode 508: Two Reasons Why We Quit When It Matters Most Mar 14, 2024

The Bible instructs us to run the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). As followers of Jesus, how can we practically set out to accomplish this?
Ben, David, and Chad wrestle through the topic of perseverance in the life of a Christian, and how we can do so in a world that quits nearly everything it begins.
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Episode 507: What Should Christians Think About Marijuana? W/ Dr. Todd Miles Mar 07, 2024

Is marijuana prohibited by scripture? Is it encouraged? As the drug increases in legalization and cultural prevalence, how do we as Christians approach it?
In this episode, Ben and Chad are joined by Dr. Todd Miles, author of "Cannabis and The Christian". When it comes to marijuana, what do we make of its use recreationally, medically, the addictive properties, and its taboo nature in the Church? Is a Christian ever permitted to use this drug, and has this substance been wrongfully deemed as forbidden?
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Why Am I Spiritually Stagnant? Mar 01, 2024

Can we actually change, or are we stuck with what we've got?
What is it that keeps us stagnant, often held in the same spiritual patterns?
In this quick hit Ben discusses what truly changes us, and how anything less than a shift in identity will simply not work.
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Episode 506: Why Can't I Change? Feb 29, 2024

Is changing our minds and our hearts simply about discipline, more knowledge, or other things that might be considered self-help? Is it something else?
In this episode the regulars discuss whether or not there really is something distinct about the way in which Jesus changes us.
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Episode 505: Polyamory, Lust, and the End of Marriage Feb 22, 2024

Predictably, a lifestyle that once seemed to be confined to only the fringes of society is now being found in reality TV shows, on the covers of mainstream news articles, and widespread across the secular world: Polyamory.
Ben, David, and Chad discuss what followers of Jesus should do in the wake of this devastating assault on traditional marriage and relationships.
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Episode 504: Is Wokeism and Liberal Ideology Pushing People Toward Jesus? Feb 15, 2024

Is our society seeing a spiritual awakening as more and more of it's leading podcasters, thinkers, and social media influencers begin to confront and experience the hopelessness of the secular worldview?
Comedian, actor, YouTuber, and political activist Russell Brand is the latest to begin expressing a growing conviction in Christianity, namely, Jesus Christ as the answer to his own quest for truth.
In this episode the regulars weigh in on Russell's recently posted video clip on Instagram titled, "Why I Wear A Cross."
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Episode 503: Does God Predestine People for Hell, or Do We Have A Choice? W/ Dr. Leighton Flowers Feb 08, 2024

Does our theology actually make a difference in how we live our lives as followers of Jesus? Does God determine the eternal destiny of each person before they are even born?
In this episode Ben is joined by Soteriology 101's Dr. Leighton Flowers discuss these questions, among others as they dive into the mysterious and controversial doctrine of salvation.

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Things Are More Desperate Than You Think. Feb 07, 2024

Why is it that we can be so casual in dire circumstances; so slow to share our faith, even when the lives of the people around us are being destroyed by lies and hopelessness?
In this quick hit episode, Ben shares a personal story of actions taken during an emergency, and contemplating what they reveal about the spiritual reality around us.
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Episode 502: Talking Sex, Violence, Profanity, and the Death of Christian Art W/ Josh Porter (Showbread)! Feb 01, 2024

Should Christians watch R-rated movies? Does the Bible contain offensive art? Have we applied arbitrary moral standards to art and killed it in the process? What IS the purpose of art?
In this episode Ben talks with author and artist, Josh Porter, about his new book, "With All Its Teeth: Sex, Violence, Profanity, and the Death of Christian Art."

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You Should KILL Your Dreams! Jan 30, 2024

We can often get so caught up in doing things for God and wondering what he might want us to be doing, that we miss some very simple, yet critical aspects of walking out our faith. We miss out on what God has for us; following our own dreams instead of following Jesus.
In this quick hit episode, Ben dives into how we were designed to make a difference, drawing from the scriptures as well as his own life experience.
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Episode 501: Talking Matters of Life, Death, and Icy Rivers w/ Brian ‘Head’ Welch (Korn) Jan 30, 2024

In this episode Ben, David, Chad, and a special guest respond to a story of a Minnesota man who dove into an icy river to save the driver of a vehicle that had just gone off of the road.
How do we parallel this story with our urgency for the gospel, for those in our lives who are heading toward an eternity without God? Why are we not more vigilant, like the man who went into the river, without hesitation?
Join us on Tuesday, January 30th at 12 PM CST for our Provoke & Inspire Community Zoom call! Here's the link, see you there!
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Episode 500: Do Christians NEED To Follow Trends To Be Effective Witnesses? AND Lessons Learned From Recording 500 Episodes! Jan 25, 2024

It's the 500th episode of Provoke & Inspire! Whether you've been here from the beginning or this is your first episode, thank you for listening and for your support!
For this special episode, Ben, Luke, David, and Chad come together and reflect on all that God has done through the podcast in the last eight years. They remember past guests, from the late Timothy Keller to Dallas Jenkins (The Chosen), and talk through the reason why this podcast began: how do we faithfully follow Jesus in a post-Christian culture?
Join us on Tuesday, January 30th at 12 PM CST for our Provoke & Inspire Community Zoom call! Here's the link, see you there! https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81289458902
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Should Christians Care About the Trends, or Just Focus On the Gospel? Sharing Jesus in a Lil Nas X World. Jan 18, 2024

Late last week, rapper Lil Nas X released his new song "J Christ." The music video features a depiction of Noah's flood and a scene where Lil Nas X is being nailed to a cross.
Many Christian influencers have shared their reaction, but do followers of Jesus need to always react to the latest antics of today? What's the line between being informed, or just distracted?
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Episode 499: THE Reason We Aren’t Sharing The Gospel Today w/ Greg Stier (Dare 2 Share) Jan 09, 2024

Is there something specific that is actively keeping us, the Church, from sharing the gospel? If so, what is it? How can we overcome this epidemic?
In this episode Ben and David are joined by author and speaker Greg Stier, founder of Dare 2 Share, and author of the new book, Unlikely Fighter: The Story of How a Fatherless Street Kid Overcame Violence, Chaos, and Confusion to Become a Radical Christ Follower.
Greg shares from the trenches how he has seen thousands of young people trained to effectively share the gospel, and how we can address barriers to doing so for people in the church.

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Kill Busyness or It Will Kill You! (Quick Hit!) Jan 01, 2024

Socrates was famously credited with saying, "The Unexamined Life is Not Worth Living", and in this quick hit Ben examines our cultures' obsession with busyness as a means of status, albeit a source of extreme anxiety.
What does this say about our society, that used to value a person's leisure time as a measure of their value? How do we correctly deal with busyness in our lives as followers of Jesus?
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Episode 498: Monty Python and the Right Response to Irreverent Jokes Dec 26, 2023

Sadly, one of the most ubiquitous things in the evangelical church today seems to be an attitude of irreverence toward biblical and spiritual things. Jokes about prayer, being saved, and ironically even the Holy Spirit are prevalent virtually everywhere.
What role do Christians play in confronting these things inside, and outside of the church? How do we react to irreverence in our own hearts?
With the re-release of the Monty Python movie "Life of Brian", the regulars came together to ask, and attempt, to answer the questions above in this week's episode.
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Episode 497: Is ChatGPT and AI Turning Atheists Into Christians? Dec 19, 2023

British actor, comedian, and historically outspoken atheist Stephen Fry recently took to the stage for an event called "Letters Live." During this event, Fry gave a dramatic reading of a letter written by Nick Cave about ChatGPT and human creativity.
In this episode the regulars weigh in with their opinions on the revolutionary tech that is ChatGPT, and attempt to answer the question of whether or not we are "fighting for the very soul of the world."
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Episode 496: Andrew Huberman and the Challenge of Vague Spirituality Dec 12, 2023

It's increasingly apparent that while our society often has an openness toward spiritual things, this does not necessarily equal an openness toward the gospel, or any kind of definitive answers in regard to the topic.
A prime example of this phenomenon is Stanford professor and neurobiologist Andrew Huberman. Andrew was asked about his faith in God during a recent interview with Lex Friedman, and the regulars discuss his responses in this episode.
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Is Being "Spiritual" Enough? (Quick Hit!) Dec 05, 2023

We live in a time of extraordinary spiritual openness, yet find many people don't want to define who or what God is. What if you could guide someone from ambiguous spirituality to a personal relationship with Jesus? How would you navigate conversations with people who are spiritually open yet skeptical of religion?
This is Provoke and Inspire's Quick Hit, where we recap full length conversations surrounding events happening in culture today, all while asking the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
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Does Gratitude Matter? (Quick Hit!) Nov 28, 2023

Is it possible that a lack of gratitude in our lives signifies a dangerous underlying issue in regard to our view of reality, as well as our spiritual health?
In light of last weeks' US holiday, Ben explores the application of thanksgiving as is described in Philippians 6, as well as the questions above in this P&I quick hit!
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Episode 495: Why the World CANNOT Answer Our Deepest Questions! Nov 21, 2023

When the world attempts to answer the deepest questions of the human experience, what kind of answers does it produce? Are they sufficient? Do they come close to providing solutions?
Now more than ever, the world is searching for answers. Actor and musician Nick Cave proves this through his online blog called "The Red Hand Files," where he attempts to answer questions sent by people from all over the world.
Ben, Luke, Chad, and David are together again in this special in-person edition of the podcast recorded live in Minneapolis, MN.
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Episode 494: Why are People in My Life Walking Away from God? Nov 15, 2023

Are there underlying reasons as to why people are leaving the church today? Especially young people?
Ben and David come to you while on tour in Argentina, and discuss some of the spiritual and cultural reasons behind why this worldwide fallout is occurring, and how we can respond and take action as followers of Jesus.
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Legacy Of A Life Well Lived (Quick Hit!) Nov 10, 2023

What are the marks of a successful life. True success; a life well lived?
Ben gives a tribute to the life of Joanie - his beloved grandmother, and the last of his grandparents departed to be with Jesus.
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Episode 493: Are Aliens Actually Demons? Nov 07, 2023

Recently, Christians on staff at The United States Pentagon supposedly opposed active exploration into U.F.O.'s and other extraterrestrial phenomenon, with the objection that the 'aliens' which might be discovered are not aliens at all, but demons.
Are UFO's, including flying saucers and little green men actually fallen angels? Should we resist exploring these things, or should we follow the truth wherever it leads?
The regulars dive into these things and more in this special in-person edition of the podcast recorded live in Minneapolis, MN.
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I'm Not A Pharisee, Am I? (Quick Hit!) Nov 03, 2023

Famous tattoo influencer, Kat Von D, gave her life to Jesus, but just wait until you hear how Christians responded.
This is Provoke and Inspire's Quick Hit, where we recap full length conversations surrounding events happening in culture today, all while asking the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
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Episode 492: Kat Von D, Pharisees, and Hidden Hypocrisy Oct 31, 2023

Kat Von D, the famous tattoo influencer and reality TV star, had a surprising encounter with criticism from Christians after posting her baptism online.
How can we see people the way that God does? Why are we quick to look at the "speck" in someone's eye, when not acknowledging the "plank" in ours? Join Ben, Chad, and David as they explore the dangers of judgmentalism, the importance of self-reflection, and the power of Jesus' words from Matthew 7.
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I Don't Want to Live Forever (P&I Quick Hit!) Oct 24, 2023

Tech-millionaire Bryan Johnson is trying to live forever. Is this a great idea, or the worst thing that could ever happen to anyone? Let's find out!
This is Provoke and Inspire's Quick Hit, where we recap full length conversations surrounding events happening in culture today, all while asking the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
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Episode 491: Changing the World Through Conversation W/ Nicky Gumbel (Alpha Course) Oct 17, 2023

"Proverbs 20:5 says 'In the heart of every human being is a deep well, and the wise person draws it out.'" How can we create a space where people have the chance to explore faith, ask questions, and share their story?
Ben and Aaron are joined by Nicky Gumbel, former Anglican priest and founder of Alpha, a multi-week course that creates a space where people come to discuss life’s big questions.

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Are Demons Trendy? (P&I Quick Hit!) Oct 13, 2023

Ben goes solo to look at the bizarre emergence and emphasis of Satanic and Demonic materials in mainstream pop culture, and to explore the question, "Are Demons Trendy?"
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Episode 490: Who Wants to Live Forever? Oct 10, 2023

Freddie Mercury of the legendary rock band Queen once asked, "Who wants to Live Forever?" and the answer now seems to be: tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson does.
Is mortality a defect? Are we able to eradicate it with science and technology?
In this episode Ben, David and Chad discuss the man behind Blueprint, an extreme anti-aging project built on a conviction that death is something we are destined to defy.
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Episode 489: Did You Know Demons Are Trending?! Oct 03, 2023

With demon-themed material being released from artists such as Lil Nas-X, Sam Smith, and Doja Cat, it's obvious that Demons are trending in mainstream pop-culture.
In this episode Ben, Luke and David try to answer the question of why demonic and satanic material seems to have become one of the next big things, and most importantly, how we as followers of Jesus should respond to it.
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Episode 488: The FIRST Step to Sharing the Gospel With ANYONE! Sep 26, 2023

How can we have a spiritual conversation with the people around us? How can we engage people with things that are already pointing to God in and around them?
Ben, Aaron, David, and Luke continue the conversation surrounding Aaron's new book, Not Beyond Reach, and talk about the KEY to being effective when reaching people in our lives who would not walk into a church.
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Episode 487: Why is God So Hidden? W/ Lee Strobel (Case for Christ)! Sep 19, 2023

For this very special episode, Ben and Aaron are joined by best-selling author of the book The Case for Christ, Lee Strobel!
Together, they talk about Strobel's upcoming book release, Is God Real: Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life, while alsowrestling through the question, "If God is real, why is he so hidden?"
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Episode 486: Why I Need to Be a Missionary in My Own City Sep 12, 2023

In this episode, Ben is joined by his brother Aaron, who is also the director of Steiger International to talk about his new book, Not Beyond Reach, and discuss why it's important to know the language of the post-Christian culture we live in today, and how we can be missionaries to our own cities.
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Am I Following God, or Just Being Stupid? (Classic Replay!) Aug 29, 2023

In this classic replay, the regulars explore the idea of whether everything that we decide to do is according to God's plan. How do we know whether we are following God's will, when the task at hand might seem foolish? Are we just being stupid, or is God doing something phenomenal through foolish means?
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Why Is Christian Music So Terrible? (P&I Quick Hit!) Aug 22, 2023

Why does Christian music suck? Ben shares his thoughts on why Christian art is often so generic and devoid of passion. What led us here, and what can we do about it?
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Professor John Lennox on, 'How Should We Respond to Suffering'? (Classic Replay!) Aug 15, 2023

In this classic replay Ben is joined by Oxford professor of mathematics John Lennox to help us better understand how to biblically respond to the war in Ukraine, as well as how to suffer alongside those who suffer - as we are biblically instructed to do.
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What Do I Do With My Life? (P&I Quick Hit!) Aug 08, 2023

Ben goes solo to answer a question that universally everyone contemplates from time to time, "what do I do with my life?" or even, "what does God want me to do with my life?"
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Episode 485: The KEY to Being Used by God! Aug 01, 2023

How do I stay authentic, fruitful, and obedient in my faith? Through this, what steps can I take to deepen my intimacy with Jesus?
Ben, Luke, and David reflect back to their time at Steiger's Family Gathering and the teachings given by Chip Ingram (Living on the Edge Ministries), and talk through these questions and more!
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Episode 484: Is My Prayer Life Dead? Jul 25, 2023

How do we maintain a vibrant prayer life without it becoming stale, or simply ritualistic? Is there a formula to follow to ensure this doesn't happen?
Ben, Luke and David sit down in person during Steiger's International Gathering in Germany, to discuss these questions and more including the possibility of a new vocation for Nigel the silent clown.
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Are We Addicted to the Internet? (P&I Quick Hit!) Jul 18, 2023

This is Provoke and Inspire's Quick Hit, where we recap Instant Reactions and full length conversations, all while asking the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
While the internet has opened up doors to many opportunities and possibilities, there are also increasingly apparent negative aspects of the internet. How do we respond to this ever-increasing obstacle, and how can we navigate this as followers of Jesus?
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Is It the End of the World as We Know It? (P&I Quick Hit!) Jul 11, 2023

This is Provoke and Inspire's Quick Hit, where we recap Instant Reactions and full length conversations, all while asking the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
During an ill-fated speech, a German politician spoke into the future, saying that September 24th would be "a day we never forget". This set off a frenzy of predictions about the end of the world, according to the doomsday clock! How do we respond to the topic of the end of the world as followers of Jesus?
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Should Christians Watch Violent Content? (P&I Quick Hit!) Jul 04, 2023

This is the P&I Quick Hit, where Ben goes solo to address a widespread phenomenon and how it affects the church, as well as the Christian individual; the consumption of violent media.
What does it do to us, what does scripture about it, and what does Jesus say about it?
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Episode 483: Reaching Atheists, Artists, and the LGBT Community in Beirut! Jun 28, 2023

"If you build it, they will come," is a philosophy the modern church seems to be stuck on in terms of ministry - specifically coffee shop ministry. Ben sits down with Steiger Missionary Lukas Rüegger to talk about his cafe "The Living Room" in Beirut, Lebanon, and why it's actually making an impact for the gospel in the secular culture around them.
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Episode 482: Four Ways NOT to Share the Gospel (NLM Road Report!) Jun 22, 2023

In this episode Ben and David come to you from a warm hotel room in Munich to share all that God has been doing on NLM's tour of Germany, as well as dig into four key principles related to sharing the gospel.
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Episode 481: Why Does Christian Music Suck? Jun 13, 2023

Why does Christian music, and Christian art in general, have a reputation of being sub-par, disingenuous, boring, or simply bad? Is this really the case, and if so - why?
The regulars weigh in on this issue and discuss why this might have been the case, and what we can do about it as followers of Jesus.
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Episode 480: What Can Be Learned From Hillsong’s Demise? Jun 06, 2023

The FX Media Network just recently released a four part docu-series titled, "The Secrets of Hillsong," revealing the scandals of Frank and Brian Houston, as well as Carl Lentz.
Chad and Ben discuss the megachurch model, the trappings of money and fame, and the often fatal combination it seems to produces when combined with ministry.
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Episode 479: Do I Have to Listen to Christian Music Even if It Sucks? May 30, 2023

Is there spiritual harm in listening to secular music? Can we be influenced by it? Should we consume any secular art?
After writer and teacher, Jackie Hill Perry, speaks out against listening to secular music, the regulars are back together again and talk through these important questions.
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Special Guest Dr. Timothy Keller (Classic Replay) May 22, 2023

Dr. Timothy Keller was a constant source of inspiration and encouragement. His unwavering commitment to the Gospel, Biblical truth, and love for people made him a powerful tool in God's hands. We had the privilege of interviewing him back in 2019. He was deep, insightful, and even tolerated David's random question at the end! He ran the race well until the end!

Episode 478: How Do I Reach Someone Who Is Far From God? (Part 4) May 16, 2023

How should we navigate the different issues that we will face when sharing the gospel with people outside of the church? Can we relevantly communicate the gospel with someone who has no relationship with church, or is far from God?
Closing out this four part series, Ben references the writings of the Apostle Paul and talks about how we can demonstrate the power of God to people through sharing our personal stories.
To listen to one of the past three episodes from this series, click the episode link below!
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Episode 477: How Do I Reach Someone Who Is Far From God? (Part 3) May 09, 2023

Can we relevantly communicate the gospel with someone who has no relationship with church, or is far from God? How should we navigate the different issues that we will face when sharing the gospel with people outside of the church?
In this episode of the four part series, Ben gives practical steps on how we can have good answers to hard questions, along with four thoughts on how to approach difficult subjects.
Books mentioned in this episode...
The Reason for God - Tim Keller
The Case for Faith - Lee Strobel
Love Thy Body - Nancy Pearcey
Humble Apologetics - John Stackhouse
A People to Be Loved - Preston Sprinkle
Is God A Moral Monster? - Paul Copan
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Episode 476: How Do I Reach Someone Who Is Far From God? (Part 2) May 02, 2023

Is it possible to relevantly communicate the gospel with someone who has no relationship with church, or knowledge of God; someone who is so far removed from the religious demographic our churches are trying to reach?

Ben goes solo again to address this topic, drawing from Romans 1 as well as the writings of Augustine for answers.
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my spiritual journey
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Episode 475: How Do I Reach Someone Who Is Far From God? (Part 1) Apr 25, 2023

Is it possible to relevantly communicate the gospel with someone who has no relationship with church, or knowledge of God; someone who is so far removed from the religious demographic our churches are trying to reach?
In this episode Ben goes solo to address this topic, drawing answers from the book of Nehemiah, among other sources.
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Episode 474: Carl Lentz, Moral Failure, and the Time to Return to Ministry Apr 18, 2023

Can someone be permanently disqualified from ministry? What does the Bible have to say on this topic, and how should we view the return of former Hillsong NYC pastor Carl Lentz?
All of this and more is discussed by the regulars on this week's episode. Check it out!
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Episode 473: Deconstructing Faith and Finding Jesus W/ Philip Yancey! Apr 11, 2023

For this week's special episode, Ben is joined by American author, Philip Yancey, who explores the most basic questions and the deepest mysteries of the Christian faith.
Together, they talk through Philip's story and his new book, "Where the Light Fell: A Memoir", deconstruction, and how you can speak to someone who is far from God.
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Should We Stop Inviting People to Our Churches? (Instant Reaction!) Apr 05, 2023

Do our church marketing strategies work? How should we respond to an increasingly secularized world?
This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we gather some of the most pressing events & stories from around the world and ask the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
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Episode 472: How Do I Share Jesus with a Spiritually Curious Generation? Apr 04, 2023

American internet influencer Emma Chamberlain recently released two podcast episodes sharing her thoughts on religion and spirituality. Like her, many Gen-Z and Millennials are religiously skeptical, but spiritually curious.
How important is it to understand how Gen-Z views spirituality and religion? How can we use this as an opportunity to share the gospel? The four regulars come together once again to talk through this question and more.
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Breaking Down Emma Chamberlain's View on Religion and Spirituality (Instant Reaction!) Mar 31, 2023

Internet superstar Emma Chamberlain is religiously skeptical but spiritually curious, along with many people in our culture today. Is this a barrier or an opportunity? Let's find out!
This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we gather some of the most pressing events & stories from around the world and ask the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
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Episode 471: Why Do We Hide in Church? Mar 28, 2023

Are widespread issues such as loneliness, anxiety, and depression worse inside of the Church? Why is it that in the place where we should feel the most welcomed and at home, we sometimes feel the most isolated?
The regulars dig into this subject, and explore what we can do to help remedy this situation as followers of Jesus.
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Episode 470: Changing God’s Pronouns and Breaking Down the Jesus Revolution! Mar 21, 2023

The Church of England has been considering how to refer to God without assigning a gender. As followers of Jesus, do we need to adapt with culture and not use pronouns when mentioning God?
Or is this a step too far? Looking through the lens of the new Jesus Revolution movie, it’s evident that the Jesus movement challenged the cultural norms of the 1960’s and 70’s. How can we do that in our post-Christian world?
Ben, Luke, David, and Chad come together to wrestle through these questions and more.
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Dwight From the Office Defends Jesus & Embracing Digital Addiction (Instant Reaction)! Mar 17, 2023

Does Hollywood bully Christians, and is it time to embrace our digital addictions? Let's find out!
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Episode 469: THIS Social Media Technology Could Change Everything! Mar 14, 2023

Social media promotes creating curated images. Photo filters construct a version of oneself that's not even possible to attain. What is beauty, and how does God define it? How can we look at beauty in a healthy way, as to not have it as an idol in our lives, as followers of Jesus?
Ben is joined by Courtney to talk about the recently viral TikTok filter "Bold Glamour" and the effects of photo filters.
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Drag Shows for Kids, the Gospel Coalition, and a Racist Cartoonist? (Instant Reaction!) Mar 10, 2023

Should drag queens perform for children? Should we care about the Gospel Coalition Controversy? Is the creator of the beloved cartoon, "Dilbert", a racist? Let's find out!
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Episode 468: Making the Bible Viral W/ Tim and Jon From BibleProject! Mar 07, 2023

This week, Ben and Luke are joined by Tim and Jon from BibleProject! They discuss BibleProject's origins and how it became so wildly popular, growing into one of the top YouTube channels, Bible-related podcasts, and study tools available today for the Bible.
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Bold Glamour, AI Therapy, and Removing Gender from the Bible (Instant Reaction!) Mar 02, 2023

This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we gather some of the most pressing events & stories from around the world and ask the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
Is the new TikTok filter, "Bold Glamour", pure evil? Can AI solve our mental health crisis? Does God need a gender? Let's find out!
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Joshua Bassett, Canceling Roald Dahl, and One Year After the Invasion of Ukraine (Instant Reaction!) Feb 23, 2023

This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we gather some of the most pressing events & stories from around the world and ask the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
Has High School Musical star, Joshua Bassett, turned his back on the LGBTQ community? Is beloved author Roald Dahl the latest target of cancel culture? What do we make of the Russian invasion of Ukraine one year later?
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Episode 467: Was the Asbury Revival Really a Revival? Feb 23, 2023

What is revival, and is it something that only history can judge? Were the events that took place at Asbury University just for hype, or is God doing something new?
The regulars Ben, Chad, Luke and David come together to look at the prayer movement that began in Wilmore, Kentucky at Asbury University and discuss the questions mentioned above, and more!
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Episode 466: Prison, Drive-by Shootings, and Finding Jesus W/ Holy Gabbana Feb 21, 2023

Instagram star and rapper John Gabbana (AKA Holy Gabbana) joins Ben, Chad and David as he shares how he encountered Jesus while serving time in prison.
Formerly known as Boonk Gang, John reveals how his life was radically changed by the gospel message and how he continues to follow Jesus daily as he grows as an artist and a father.
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Is “He Gets Us” Heretical? Is the Asbury Revival Real? (Instant Reaction!) Feb 15, 2023

This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we gather some of the most pressing events & stories from around the world and ask the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
This week, Ben takes a look at the "He Gets Us" campaign that caused quite a bit of controversy during the Super Bowl, and the ongoing revival that is taking place at Asbury University in Kentucky. How should we respond to these topics?
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Episode 465: Suicide, Earthquakes and Finding God in the Suffering W/ Brian Head Welch (Korn) Feb 14, 2023

Why is suicide so prevalent today? What is it that's led us here as a culture, and how can we respond to this epidemic as followers of Jesus?
The guys are joined by longtime friend and P&I regular, Brian "Head" Welch of the band Korn as they discuss the difficulties of not only this epidemic, but the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, and much more.
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Is Sam Smith The Devil? Is MrBeast The Anti-Christ? (Instant Reaction!) Feb 09, 2023

This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we gather some of the most pressing events & stories from around the world and ask the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
For this episode, Ben reacts to the performance Sam Smith gave at the Grammys, and the latest video posted by Mr. Beast that people are using as evidence to announce him as the Anti-Christ.
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Donald Trump, Woke M&M’s, And The End Of The World (Instant Reaction!) Feb 09, 2023

This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we gather some of the most pressing events & stories from around the world and ask the question, “what would Jesus think, and what would he want me to do about it?”
Today, it's about Donald Trump's social media accounts being reinstated, M&M's backlash regarding their mascots, and the end of the world, according to the Doomsday Clock!
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Episode 464: Preaching The Gospel During The War In Ukraine Feb 07, 2023

As we approach the one-year mark of the war in Ukraine, the regulars connect with Valera, who has been on the ground since the war began.
Valera shares about the work of the Ukrainian teams, their heroic efforts in bringing food and supplies to the frontlines, evacuating people from war zones, and seeing over 20K+ people receive Jesus in this year of unspeakable tragedy.
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Episode 463: Can I Study the Bible in a Non-Religious Way? Jan 31, 2023

The Bible can be complicated, especially for someone who has no context for it. So, what is a bible study for the non-religious? How do we lead one? What are the practical steps we can take to start one?
The regulars, Ben, David, Chad, and Luke, come together to talk about studying the bible, discipleship relationships, the questions above, and more!
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Episode 462: Does the Bible Belong Outside the Church? Jan 24, 2023

It's no question that as followers of Jesus, the Bible becomes familiar to us; it's the very thing that gives us language to communicate the truth of who Jesus is. But we need to ask ourselves, what role does the Bible have in sharing the gospel? Do I quote the Bible outside of the church?
Join the regulars, Ben, David, Chad, and Luke, as they come together to discuss this question and more.
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Episode 461: Famous Non-Christian YouTubers Are Talking About Jesus, So Why Aren’t We? Jan 17, 2023

Ben, Chad and David come together this week to discuss a conversation that famous YouTubers and podcasters Logan Paul and George Janko had about the question of faith and religion.
How can we have good answers to the hard questions that people have about Christianity? What are the ways we can understand the culture of the people God has called us to and know their questions?
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Episode 460: What Damar Hamlin’s Cardiac Arrest Should Teach All of Us! Jan 10, 2023

What does it say about the human heart that this event was met with prayer across national TV and media outlets? How can we use this topic as a way to engage with people about our fragility and eternity?
Ben, Luke, Chad, and David are all back together again! In this episode, the guys talk about NFL player Damar Hamlin's sudden cardiac arrest and what we can learn from this tragedy, which turned into a miraculous recovery.
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Episode 459: 2 Reasons God Won't Use You Jan 03, 2023

For the first episode of the year, we're picking up where we left off! Ben and David continue their discussion from a hotel room in Colombia on how and why God uses us, this time discussing the inverse topic of why God will not use us, or what could cause him to stop doing so.
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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from Provoke & Inspire! Dec 27, 2022

There's no Chad, there's no David, and no, not even Luke...
Thank you for listening to and supporting the Provoke & Inspire podcast in 2022!
We are so excited for 2023 and what's in store! In the meantime enjoy your eggnog, jum and scrumpets, and listen back to some of this year's best episodes including:
Episode 419: Why We're Losing the Battle against Porn W/ Jay Stringer
Episode 427: Professor John Lennox on, 'How Should We Respond to Suffering'?
Episode 430: Talking Politics and Jesus W/ Andy Stanley
Continue to tune in for more random stories, punching through the awkward, as well as inspiring guests and topics in the new year!
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Episode 458: Do These 2 Things and God WILL Use You! Dec 20, 2022

What parts do faithfulness and gratefulness play in allowing God to use us for his kingdom? Do our actions and attitudes determine how much God is willing to work through us? Ben and David discuss these questions and more from a hotel room on the road during NLM's evangelistic tour in Colombia.
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Episode 457: Does the Balenciaga Scandal Prove That Pedophilia Is Becoming Normalized? Dec 13, 2022

Balenciaga, a famous high-end fashion company, recently shared an ad campaign where children posed with teddy bears dressed in bondage outfits. Many people were outraged by the campaign, Balenciaga gave an apology, and the backlash continued to grow as #cancelbalenciaga went viral.
What does it say about our culture that an ad with children dressed this way was published? Why are secular people outraged by this? How does a follower of Jesus appeal to and utilize this topic in a healthy way to start a spiritual conversation? Ben, Luke, David, and Chad come together to discuss these important questions.

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Episode 456: Why Boycotting the World Cup (Or Anything) Makes No Difference! Dec 06, 2022

What should a follower of Jesus do when coming face to face with problems of evil that are too overwhelming to do anything about? How do we respond to the reality that in some ways we are all complicit in injustice?
After some controversy about the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the guys come together to discuss how we can respond to this as followers of Jesus.
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Episode 455: Do I Need God to Be Grateful? Nov 29, 2022

What does it mean to be grateful? Can we be genuinely grateful without attaching it to God? How can we use the topic of gratefulness as a way to engage in a spiritual conversation?
In this week's episode, Ben, David, Chad, and Luke reflect on Thanksgiving and the attitude of gratitude, while wrestling with its true meaning and how we can remain grateful everyday.
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Episode 454: Would Jesus Use Social Media? Nov 22, 2022

Does social media foster or degrade our intimacy with each other? Can we be authentic and real while using a medium that allows us to filter everything? If yes, what does that look like? As followers of Jesus, how do we view social media?
This week, Ben, Luke, David, and Chad come and discuss these questions together through the lens of the new social media app "BeReal".
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Episode 453: You Won’t Believe the Latest Trend in Relationships! Nov 15, 2022

Have you heard of a “situationship”? What should we make of this growing trend? What is this leading to, and how do followers of Jesus respond?
In this week’s episode, Ben, David, and Luke discuss the latest dating trend that’s growing and the consequences that come with it.
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Episode 452: Death to Deconstruction W/ Josh Porter (Showbread)! Nov 08, 2022

How can we approach someone who is in a deconstruction process? Can deconstruction ever be healthy? Is it just a fad or will we still be talking about deconstruction in five years?
Author, pastor, and former punk-rocker Josh Porter joins Ben and Chad to talk about the things that are killing our faith, and his new book “Death to Deconstruction: Faithfulness as an Act of Rebellion”.
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Episode 451: Is Failure Part of Persevering, Or Do I Just Suck? Nov 01, 2022

Is it possible to discern between the failure that comes from trial and error, and the failure that comes from failing to ever become effective?
David and Ben explore this topic, and give a road report from Guadalajara, Mexico on the current NLM tour.
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Episode 450: Jeffrey Dahmer and Culture's Fascination with Violence (Including Christians)! Oct 25, 2022

Why are we so fascinated by violence/horror? What are the subtle, unapologetic ways that we consume content that magnifies violence and evil? Most followers of Jesus actively avoid watching porn, and yet why does it seem that so many of us are okay watching entertainment that highlights violence?
In this week’s episode, Ben, David, Luke, and Chad talk about the new Netflix series “Dahmer — Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” and explore these crucial questions.
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Episode 449: Mahsa Amini, the Iranian Uprising, and What It Says About All of Us Oct 18, 2022

How does the secular world reconcile its views on tolerance and freedom of expression while feeling rage on injustice in situations like these? How can we walk with people and connect what they’re passionate about with a worldview that supports it? Ben, David, Luke, and Chad talk through these questions and share their response to the uprising in Iran.
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Episode 448: It’s the End of the World & Dead Puppy Barrels Oct 11, 2022

Is our culture really is concerned about the end of the world, or is it just for fun? What is the proper way for followers of Jesus to view the end times? How can it be used to start a spiritual conversation with non-religious people? In this week's episode, Ben, David, and Luke are together in person to discuss these important questions.

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Episode 447: What Christians Get Wrong About Sexuality W/ Sam Allberry Oct 04, 2022

What does God say about our bodies? Why is our understanding of the body so relevant for followers of Jesus?
Author, pastor, and apologist Sam Allberry joins Ben and David to talk about the practical response Christians can make when engaging people in the areas of sexual brokenness.
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Episode 446: What Counts as the Full Gospel and Does Pickle Ball Suck? Sep 27, 2022

How do we celebrate an incremental understanding of the Gospel without avoiding the difficult aspects of sharing our faith? What counts as the 'full' Gospel? Do we need to share everything all at once, and how do we decide that?
This week, the guys react to a conversation where YouTuber Ryan Trahan shares Jesus with Anthony Padilla. Was this a good example of a spiritual conversation, or a missed opportunity?
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Episode 445: Is All ‘Cancel Culture’ Wrong? Sep 20, 2022

When past internet sins (e.g., we say/post something hurtful, inappropriate, or dishonoring) are exposed in our lives or the lives of others, how do we react? Show grace? Cancel them? Or is it all just overreaction and Wokeism?
Were Relient K the latest victims of cancel culture? But moreover, is every part of this movement wrong? The guys react to the viral TikTok video that led to an apology from Christian pop-punk band Relient K for their 2003 song, 'Mood Rings'.
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Episode 444: Was It Right for Matt Chandler to Step Down? Sep 13, 2022

The guys dive into the current events at The Village Church regarding pastor Matt Chandler and his decision to step down indefinitely as teaching pastor.
What can we learn, and what steps of caution should we be careful to exercise in light of this situation?
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Episode 443: Turns Out Aliens ARE Real, What Now? Sep 06, 2022

With the US government seeming to be affirming the reality of aliens, or at least UAP's (UFO's), what does this mean for Christianity? Is this a huge problem we need to address, or does it have no implications on our faith whatsoever? Could it be an opportunity for the Gospel?
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Classic Replay: Talking LGBTQ+ and The Love Of Jesus W/Preston Sprinkle Aug 30, 2022

In this episode replay, Ben, Aaron, and Chad are joined by author, teacher, and speaker Preston Sprinkle (Theology In The Raw).
Preston and the regulars discuss today's sexually broken culture in light of the perfect love of Christ, and the church's historically negative track record in regard to it.
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Classic Replay: You Were Made for a Time Like This W/ Matt Chandler! Aug 23, 2022

What can we do when people, by and large, seem to be leaving and choosing churches for ideological, rather than theological reasons?
In this episode replay, the regulars are joined by author, speaker and pastor Matt Chandler of the Village Church. They talk about how we should approach a growing generation of people who are skeptical toward Christianity, and would likely never walk into a church.
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Classic Replay: Why We’re Losing the Battle Against Porn - W/ Jay Stringer Aug 16, 2022

In this episode replay, Ben and Luke talk to therapist, author, and speaker Jay Stringer about his book "Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing."
Jay speaks about how unwanted sexual behaviors can actually serve as a roadmap, and as keys to finding restoration and breakthrough from habits and addictions in this area.
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Classic Replay: Dallas Jenkins, Creator of "The Chosen"! Aug 09, 2022

In this classic episode Ben and the regulars sit down with Dallas Jenkins, creator of the multi-season series on the life of Jesus, "The Chosen".
Dallas shares the hardships that brought him to create the series, as well as the reliance on God to do "impossible math" that keeps it going every day.
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Episode 442: The REAL Reason Why We Are All So Anxious W/Mark Sayers Aug 02, 2022

Why are our world's anxiety levels spinning out of control? Is there an underlying reason that this is happening?
In this episode Ben and Aaron bring on cultural commentator, author and speaker Mark Sayers to discuss this issue, and his new book "A Non-Anxious Presence'.
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Episode 441: I Know God, So Why Am I Still Dissatisfied? Jul 26, 2022

Are we as Christians living the lives that God has for us, or are we fearfully refusing to go where God has called us to?
Are we any different than the Israelites who refused to go into the promised land?
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Episode 440: Would Jesus Get Canceled? Jul 12, 2022

Does following Jesus in today's culture guarantee that you will in some way be canceled? How can we have genuine relationships with people in secular culture without being off-putting, or having them feel tricked by our 'relevance' when we finally do share the gospel with them?
The regulars attempt to answer these questions, and David continues to question why Luke always gets to go first...
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Episode 439: Going Viral and Getting Canceled in Brazil – The Full Story Jul 05, 2022

In this episode Ben and David further unpack what transpired on No Longer Music’s trip to Brazil last week; the controversy that led to a front-page article in Brazil's edition of The Rolling Stone.
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Episode 438: Did You Hear What Happened in Brazil? Jun 27, 2022

A quick update about one of the most eventful tours in NLM history...
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Episode 437: Is The Bible Enough? Jun 14, 2022

Is it enough to merely have biblical understanding, without ever experiencing a real relationship with Jesus through the Holy spirit? Is there a difference between knowledge, and knowing?
The guys tackle this contentious topic in the latest installment of the series on false dichotomies.
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Episode 436: Are We On the Verge of a New Revival? W/ Andy Byrd Jun 07, 2022

Ben and Luke are joined by Andy Byrd of YWAM (Youth With A Mission) in discussing the great commission: what it is, and how so many in the modern church don't understand it.
Andy shares the story of how "The Send" went from an idea birthed through intense prayer and seeking God, to the massive catalytic missions conference that it is today.
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Episode 435: If I'm Saved by Grace, Why Bother with Holiness? May 31, 2022

We often take advantage of God's kindness, or beat ourselves up when we sin. But on the other hand, we can just as easily rely on our own attempts at holiness, and elevate ourselves above others in the process.
Our series on false dichotomies continues as we explore the tension between grace and holiness in our lives.
David shares the story of a man with a portable record player, and Luke is absent while he (supposedly) hangs out with Francis Chan.
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Episode 434: Am I Following God, or Just Being Stupid? May 24, 2022

The regulars explore the idea of whether everything that we decide to do is according to God's plan. How do we know whether we are following God's will, when the task at hand might seem foolish? Are we just being stupid, or is God doing something phenomenal through foolish means, as he often does?
Is it possible that we often rush into things, even seemingly good things, but that are against God's will, and suffer the consequences? Whether that be a lack of fruit, a disastrous outcome, or something in the middle.
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Episode 433: Does God Even Need Me? May 17, 2022

Do results come from our hard work, or from God's power AT work in our lives?
Ben, David and Chad talk about the tensions of this contentious topic in the latest installment in the series on false dichotomies. Chad also addresses a type of secret admirer he's recently gained through the podcast.
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Episode 432: Is It Always Necessary to Preach the Gospel? May 10, 2022

Do we have to choose between preaching the gospel, or being dedicated to social justice?
In this installment of the mini-series on false dichotomies, the regulars (minus Chad) attempt to unpack one of the biggest out there.
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Episode 431: How Can We Be in the World Without Becoming Like It? May 03, 2022

In this episode the four regulars finally converge once again to continue their mini-series on common false dichotomies in the Christian faith, and discuss the nuances of, as the title would suggest, being in the world but not of it; how can we do this?
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Episode 430: Talking Politics and Jesus W/ Andy Stanley! Apr 26, 2022

In this episode Ben and Aaron are joined by author and pastor Andy Stanley to talk about his new book, "Not in It to Win It: Why Choosing Sides Sidelines the Church".
They talk about how we as a church attempt to use the tools of the kingdoms of this world to solve problems in the church, which never accomplishes what we intend it to.
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Episode 429: It’s Not Good Enough to Be Right! Apr 19, 2022

In this episode, continuing with part two of the mini-series as we dive further into how to address seemingly false dichotomies of Truth Vs. Love.
Assuming we should be telling the truth as part of having genuine relationships with people around us - this week we dig into the question of how we can be speaking truth in a loving way and avoiding being a clanging gong or cymbal - just noise, as Paul describes in 1 Corinthians 13.
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Episode 428: Is It Always Right to Tell the Truth? Apr 12, 2022

Do we tell people the truth, or simply love them? Is it possible to do both?
In this first installment of the series, "Get Outta Here With Your False Dichotomies!" Ben and the regulars dissect how to love people as Jesus instructs us to do, without compromising on the truth as our culture so often does.
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Episode 427: Professor John Lennox on, 'How Should We Respond to Suffering'? Apr 05, 2022

In this episode Ben is joined by Oxford professor of mathematics John Lennox to help us better understand how to biblically respond to everything that's going on in Ukraine, as well as how to suffer alongside those who suffer - as we are biblically instructed to do.
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Episode 426: How Should I Respond to Suffering? Mar 29, 2022

How do we respond to the suffering of others that we are not directly or immediately sharing in? What did Jesus do, and how would he have us respond in these types of situations?
The regulars react to these questions and more as they wrestle with the hardship of our friends in Ukraine, and what we should do as followers of Jesus during times like this.
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Episode 425: Brian ‘Head’ Welch From Korn! Mar 22, 2022

In this episode the guys are joined by Brian 'Head' Welch - guitarist of the band Korn who talks about his story of how God saved him from sin and drug addiction.
Brian talks about how he stays strong in his faith, and his thoughts on the current war in Ukraine.
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Episode 424: The Secret to Having a Faith on Fire Mar 15, 2022

The first question that needs to be asked when speaking of perseverance is, "what am I persevering toward?" Is it toward God, and all that he has for me, or is it toward my own ambitions and ideals?
In this final part of the mini-series, Ben talks with Luke and Chad about perseverance in the life of a Christian; the need to 'repeat' the application of the principles in this series.
How do we focus on daily obedience, while keeping the big picture in mind?
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Live Update From Our Ukrainian Missionary and a Local Political Expert! Mar 09, 2022

The regulars hear from Valerii, and special guest Bogdan Ferens for an on the ground update on the war in Ukraine.
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Live Update FROM Ukraine #2: "Our Spirit Is Our Greatest Weapon!" Feb 28, 2022

In this special edition of Provoke & Inspire we hear for a second time from one of our leaders on the ground in Ukraine, outside of Kiev.
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Live Update From One of Our Steiger Leaders in Ukraine! Feb 25, 2022

In this special edition of Provoke & Inspire, Ben and David are joined by Steiger leader Valerii Riabokonenko, for an on the ground update of what is happening in Ukraine.
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Episode 423: Why Playing it Safe Kills Your Faith Feb 22, 2022

Do we really believe in the gospel if we never take risks and act on it? Is there a possibility that a lack of spiritual risk in our lives is pointing to a false sense of faith - or at least a lack of it?
In this episode Ben and the regulars discuss the factors around spiritual risk. What it says about us, and what it does to us if we continue to play it safe.
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Episode 422: Why Can't I Seem To Change? Feb 15, 2022

Growth is absolutely necessary in our spiritual lives. In 1st Corinthians 3, the apostle Paul speaks of the need to move from "milk to meat" as we grow in our faith - it's not enough to simply stay where we are when the current of the world pulls us in the opposite direction.
In this episode the regulars (minus Luke, who is embarked on a journey) discuss and dissect the idea of growth and how it will play out for us if we embrace, or turn from it.
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Episode 421: Your View of God Changes Everything Feb 08, 2022

Author and pastor A.W. Tozer famously said, "what comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us."
In part two of our mini-series we continue discussing how we can have a faith that's on fire and how are view of God as a whole is often not where it should be, as is evidenced by the strange, irreverent way of talking about God often found in our christian culture.
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Episode 420: Do I Have a Cultural Faith? Feb 01, 2022

How do we know if our faith is authentic, or simply the synergistic result of those around us in a Christian culture? What happens when we assess our convictions, and realize that what we've been holding onto is not what we thought it was - that we're really "just riding the wave", so to speak.
This is the first of a multi-part series where the regulars discuss how we can have a faith that's on fire. They discuss the need to examine our own, individual walks with Jesus, and to approach God with complete honesty if your own faith is not where it should be.
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Episode 419: Why We’re Losing the Battle Against Porn - W/ Jay Stringer Jan 25, 2022

We often approach the problem with pornography in the church from an angle of either sin management, or shame management. Both seem to be ineffective in their results, and so it begs the question: is there a third way this issue can be addressed?
In this episode Ben and Luke talk to therapist, author, and speaker Jay Stringer about his book "Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing."
Jay speaks about how unwanted sexual behaviors can actually serve as a roadmap, and as keys to finding restoration and breakthrough from habits and addictions in this area.
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Episode 417: You Were Made for a Time Like This W/ Matt Chandler! Jan 11, 2022

What can we do when people, by and large, seem to be leaving and choosing churches for ideological, rather than theological reasons?
The regulars are joined by author, speaker and pastor Matt Chandler of the Village Church. They talk about how we should approach a growing generation of people who are skeptical toward Christianity, and would likely never walk into a church.
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Special Announcement! Jan 06, 2022

Do you want 2022 to be your BEST year yet??? We have the secret: know God better!
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Episode 416: How Do I Make 2022 the Best Year Yet? Jan 05, 2022

2022 is here, and so are all of our resolutions. Many of them revolve around being productive, and so naturally the question is, what's the most productive thing you can ever do?
The guys discuss this topic as well as the larger ideas of why we strive so much to try and produce, busy ourselves, and remain on this endless treadmill of tasks.
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Episode 415: The Surprising Key to Living a Life Without Regret! Dec 28, 2021

If we lived like our days were numbered, if we lived like we were fragile, impermanent people - how would we live differently?
The truth is that we are, as James says, a mist - and we need to live in light of that reality. God wants us to live out our days fruitfully, with no regrets - but how do we go about doing so?
In this episode David and Ben react to these ideas, and share their insights on living life to the fullest for Jesus.
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Episode 414: Should I Be Deconstructing My Faith? Dec 14, 2021

Deconstruction seems to be in vogue, especially in the last decade, and ranks as one of the leading "causes of death" for the faiths of many evangelical believers.

What is deconstruction, and how do we both understand, and approach it? Can it serve as a helpful element of someone's faith journey, or is it entirely destructive?

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Episode 413: Is The Holy Spirit Waiting On Us? W/Brian Sumner Nov 30, 2021

How did God reach into the life of a young man from Liverpool, England, radically save him, and send him back into the scene he came out of?
In this episode David and Ben interview skateboarder, author, Christian pastor and traveling evangelist Brian Sumner. They discuss having conversations with people outside of the church, the mindset of the global youth culture, and how we can work to fulfill the great commission.
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Episode 412: Why Being Grateful Changes Everything! Nov 26, 2021

What does it mean to be grateful, and how does it change you? What would small behavior adjustments - saying thank you to one person every day mean for your life, years down the road?
In this episode Ben and David get together in the festive thanksgiving season to discuss gratefulness and its place in, and impact on, the life of a follower of Jesus.
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Episode 411: How Can I Have Spiritual Conversations in a Non-Religious Way? Nov 23, 2021

One of the biggest misconceptions about young people today is that they are not open to spiritual ideas: conversations about the supernatural, God and the afterlife.
This could not be further from the truth, and in this episode Ben is joined by David and Aaron to talk about their personal experiences in dialoguing with young adults through focus groups, ministry events, and everyday life.
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Episode 410: What Is Courage and How Do I Get It? Nov 16, 2021

Merriam-Webster dictionary defines Courage as "the ability to do something that you know is difficult or dangerous", but Hollywood often portrays it as a quality of fearlessness in the face of adversity. Is this really the truth?
In this episode the regulars cover the last of the Steiger values, and ask, "What role does Courage play in the Christian faith?"
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Episode 409: Stay Together or Die! Nov 09, 2021

Is community something we actually need? Or is it something we've moved past - a social construct that no longer serves its purpose?
The regulars discuss the newest of the Steiger values, which is this: We are Family.
As a mission we are called to reach the Global Youth Culture for Jesus, but we can not do it as individuals. On our own, we lack the needed gifts, insights, and abilities to see God's work accomplished through us. Together, we are stronger than we ever will be apart!
We are not just co-workers, we are family. This means we care for each other, have each other’s back and stick together in good and hard times.
The need for us to stay together as believers is non-negotiable, and critical to whether we finish the race, or get taken out along the way.
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Episode 408: You Don’t Have to Live In a Sewer - Why Holiness Matters Nov 02, 2021

Is holiness simply following the rules of a dead, empty tradition and achieving a state where you're better than others? This is how it can seem to the secular world, and often to believers as well - even if it's on more of a subtle level.
The regulars discuss this Steiger core value, and show that instead of a dry, rigid lifestyle, holiness helps us to draw closer to God, and to be used by God to a greater extent. It brings us joy, contentedness, and more as we move closer toward the way in which we were created to operate.
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Episode 407: Is There a Scientific Case for Miracles? W/Elijah Stephens Oct 26, 2021

Are miracles within Christianity actually real, or are they all parlor tricks? Methods used by televangelists to try and get money from gullible Christians?
Ben and Chad are joined by filmmaker Elijah Stephens to talk about his new documentary, 'Send Proof' that seeks to bridge the gap between miracles and science.
Elijah tells the story of his traumatic upbringing, which led to him an intense skepticism of the supernatural, divine encounters with God, and ultimately the creation of the film.
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Episode 406: Should Christians Care About The Environment? W/Alisa Childers Oct 19, 2021

One of the biggest concerns of young people today is that of the environment; our relationship to it, and our responsibility for it. This is something that's often overlooked or pushed to the side by the evangelical church, and something we need to be more aware of in terms of how we relate to, and are perceived by, secular culture.
Author, YouTube apologist, and former member of the band ZOEgirl Alisa Childers comes on to help the regulars in discussing how we as Christians can meet people where they are at in terms of environmental concerns, and how we can strive to further remove barriers that would discourage people from coming to Jesus.
The guys are also joined by Steiger missionary Moah Buffalo from Sao Paulo, Brazil who shares a story from the mission; how God is moving in Houston!
David also reveals Chad's plans to create a new, albeit familiar sounding, Boy band.
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Episode 405: Become Relevant or Your Faith Will Die! Oct 12, 2021

Why is relevance so important for showing Jesus to the world around us? How is it connected to our personal relationships with God as well?
Chad is back from Furnace Fest, Luke recaps a recent tour with his band The Unrest, and the guys discuss the Steiger principle of Relevance: why is it so crucial? How can we be relevant in a global, post-christian culture?
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Episode 404: Is Europe Beyond Saving? W/Pastor Leo Bigger Oct 05, 2021

Are today's young people still open to the gospel? If yes, then why are we, as members of the church, so reluctant to share our faith with them? Are we continuing to believe the lie that nobody wants to talk about it?

Today's guest Leo Bigger is the Senior Pastor of ICF Zurich and of the ICF Movement, with 37 locations in seven countries. He joins Ben and Luke to discuss how his network is currently working to reach and disciple Europe for Jesus.
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Episode 403: Are You Able To Celebrate The Success Of Others? W/Peter Greer Sep 28, 2021

In a global culture of competitive enterprise, how do we work together toward the common goal of seeing the Kingdom of God come on earth? How do we in different organizations, cheer each other on as members of the same team?
In this episode Ben and Aaron interview author, speaker, and CEO of HOPE International Peter Greer. They discuss Peter's latest book, Rooting For Rivals: How Collaboration and Generosity Increase the Impact of Leaders, Charities, and Churches.
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Episode 402: Why Aren’t We Preaching the Gospel Anymore? Sep 21, 2021

Without the cross, the true power of the Christian faith is not realized - God's son dying for our sins, in our place.
In this episode Ben, David, Luke, and special guest Misha Nakarashvili (NUTEKI) join together for an in-person podcast at Steiger International's center in Krogis, Germany during the 2021 Family Gathering.
Misha shares a story of miraculous healing that occurred during the event, the guys share the perpetual struggle of pushing through in sharing the gospel to the world around us, and much more.
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Episode 401: Why Bother Praying? Sep 14, 2021

What role should prayer play in the life of a Christian? What does its presence (or absence) indicate about our spiritual health? Is familiarity of prayer a weapon of the enemy?
In this episode the guys discuss Steiger Value #1 - Prayer.
Why does prayer play such an important part in the DNA of our mission?
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Episode 400: What Should We Learn From the Rise and Fall of Mars Hill? WE ARE BACK! Sep 07, 2021

WE'RE BACK! After a refreshing break Ben, Chad, David, and Luke are back for episode 400!
With the growing popularity of the podcast "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill", the regulars sit down to examine and discuss their own findings and convictions after having listened to the story themselves.
Has the church in many ways become just like the corporate business world - growth at all costs? How do we avoid this same pitfall, as well as the temptation to succumb to the celebrity culture we see all around us in evangelical circles?
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Becoming a High Impact Christian w/Chip Ingram (Classic Episode) Sep 02, 2021

In this classic episode, Ben and David are joined by California pastor, and author Chip Ingram for a discussion on what it takes to become high impact Christians, and how to effectively engage the secular world.
Chip is the founder, teaching pastor and CEO of Living on the Edge, an international teaching and discipleship ministry.
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Talking Porn w/ Sy Rodgers (Classic Episode) Aug 25, 2021

In this classic episode Sy Rogers joins the regulars to talk about a prevailing issue in our culture today—pornography. They look at the impacts it is having on our society, how it is affecting people globally, and most importantly, what we should do if we are personally struggling with this addiction.
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How to Talk to Atheists W/ Justin Brierley! (Classic Episode) Aug 19, 2021

In this classic episode the guys talk with Justin Brierley of the "Unbelievable? Podcast"!
They cover the relevance of apologetics in modern culture, the surprising alliance of Christianity and the intellectual dark web, and the need to reclaim conversation in the era of hyper-political correctness.
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Overcoming Addiction & Preaching the Gospel W/ Brian “Head” Welch From Korn! (Classic Episode) Aug 11, 2021

In this classic episode Brian "Head" Welch of the band Korn joins the guys to discuss the release of his emotionally charged movie 'Loud Krazy Love', which features himself, as well as his daughter Jennea.
He also shares more about his journey after becoming a follower of Jesus, and the difficulties that he encountered along the way.
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Special Guest Tim Keller! (Classic Episode) Aug 04, 2021

How do we best share the gospel with those around us? How far do we go with contextualization? Does Dr. Keller support the RLIUA initiative?
In this episode the regulars are joined by Dr. Tim Keller, speaker, author, and former pastor of Redeemer Church in NYC. They discuss motivation for evangelism, how the apostle Paul approached it, and what we can learn from him.
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Episode 399: BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Jul 27, 2021

We have a big announcement!!!
Also in this episode, we discuss the following... :)
How do we rest? Is it true that rest ironically also takes work to do correctly? What are the indicators that we are no longer operating as God would want us to?
In this episode, we discuss what true rest consists of, as well as the idea of resting in community contexts and the differences it brings.
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Episode 398: Three Reasons Why Your Friends Aren't Responding to the Gospel W/ Pete Nicholas! Jul 21, 2021

What is the balance between preaching a simple, straightforward gospel message (Christ and him crucified, as Paul said he strictly adhered to in certain cities) and exploring the various subtleties in presuppositional approaches when it comes to the people in our own lives?
In this episode the guys interview Pete Nicholas, author of A Place For God: Navigating Timeless Questions for Our Modern Times.
Pete Nicholas is a pastor at Inspire Saint James Clerkenwell church in London and the author of Virtually Human: Flourishing in a Digital World, Five Things to Pray for your City, and A Place For God: Navigating Timeless Questions for Our Modern Times.
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Episode 397: Special Guest Dallas Jenkins, Creator of "The Chosen"! Jul 12, 2021

In this episode Ben and the regulars sit down with Dallas Jenkins, creator of the multi-season series on the life of Jesus, "The Chosen". Dallas shares the hardships that brought him to create the series, as well as the reliance on God to do "impossible math" that keeps it going every day.
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Episode 396: Why Are We So Lonely? W/Dr. Curt Thompson Jul 07, 2021

In this episode the regulars are joined by Dr. Curt Thompson! They discuss our culture's desperate longing for connection, and its attempt to erase our need for it. How does Jesus offer the ultimate connection, belonging, and meaning to the secular world? Don't miss this episode!
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Episode 395: Why Does Holiness Matter? W/Courtney, and Jodi Jul 05, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney and Jodi to talk about the importance of holiness in the Christian life. Is it necessary? What good comes from striving for it? And do we strive for holiness for acceptance, or from it?
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Episode 394: How Do I Share My Faith With Someone Who Just Doesn't Care? Jun 30, 2021

In this episode Ben, David, and Chad discuss sharing faith with people who are either apathetic, or hostile to the gospel. How do we practically take these risks?
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Episode 393: Is a Consumer Mentality Killing the Church? W/Courtney and Jodi Jun 25, 2021

In this episode Ben talks with Courtney and Jodi about things to consider when thinking of leaving your church. When to stick it out, and when to move on.
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Episode 392: If I Don't Act on My Faith It Will Die! Jun 23, 2021

In this episode Ben, David, and Chad discuss the necessity of taking risks in regard to faith, and how we must use it in order to keep it alive.
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Episode 391: What Would I Pray if I Never Asked for a Thing? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Jun 18, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by the ladies to discuss what a relationship with God would look like if we were to remove all requests from it? Are we supposed to ask for things? Is asking the only thing it currently consists of?
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Episode 390: Why Does My Faith Feel Dead? Jun 15, 2021

In this episode the guys discuss the "camp high" phenomenon that many Christians experience at some point in their walk with Jesus. They discuss how to find and sustain a vibrant faith in every season.
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Episode 389: Heaven: The Good, The Mysterious, and The Downright Confusing... W/Courtney, and Jodi Jun 11, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney and Jodi to talk about heaven. Does every person instinctively long for it, regardless of their worldview? Will it really be an eternal church service, clouds and harps, or something beyond our imaginations?
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Episode 388: How a “Naked Preacher” Led an NFL Player to Change the Color of the American Church. W/ Dr. Derwin Gray! Jun 09, 2021

In this episode the regulars are joined by pastor, author, and former NFL player Dr. Derwin Gray. They discuss Dr. Gray's newest book 'Building a Multiethnic Church: A gospel vision of love, grace, and reconciliation in a divided world', as well as how he came to faith during his time in the NFL.
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Episode 387: How Do We Share Our Faith with People Who Are Indifferent or Hostile to the Gospel? Jun 02, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by David, Luke, and Aaron for a discussion on how our culture has shifted toward, and in many ways arrived at, post-Christianity, and how we can better share our faith in Jesus with the people around us, through simply being ourselves.
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Episode 386: Isolation Is Our Enemy! W/ Courtney and Jodi Jun 01, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney and Jodi to discuss evangelism, comfort zones, and setting out to have lifestyles with gospel margins in them.
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Episode 384: Half Of All Christians Don't Know What The Great Commission Is? May 24, 2021

In this episode Ben and the regulars discuss Matthew 28:19 - the Great Commission, and the reality that many Christians are not aware of what it is.
What does this say about the church? What can be done about it?
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Episode 383: Why Does Envy Rot The Bones? W/Courtney, and Jodi May 21, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Jodi and Courtney for a discussion on envy. Where does it come from, and why do we struggle with it? What are the consequences for entertaining it in our lives?
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Episode 382: AFTERPARTY! Does Sin Disqualify Us From Being Used by God, Is Chad an Artificial Intelligence, and More! May 19, 2021

In this episode the guys recap their discussion with Professor John Lennox and discuss whether we can be used by God if we are not pursuing lifestyles of holiness, as well as further talks about artificial intelligence and where it could be taking us; where it may have already taken Chad.
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Episode 381: Is the Rise of Artificial Intelligence the End of the World as We Know It? W/ John Lennox May 17, 2021

In this episode, the regulars are joined by John Lennox, Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University. They discuss his newest book, '2084: Artificial Intelligence and The Future Of Humanity.'
Will we be replaced by machines? Is Chad already a robot? All of this and more on Provoke & Inspire.
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Episode 380: The West Owes a Debt to Christianity W/ Tom Holland! Part Two May 12, 2021

In this episode the regulars are joined by BBC host and author Tom Holland for a discussion surrounding his newest book, 'Dominion: How The Christian Revolution Remade The World'. This is part two of two.
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Episode 379: The West Owes a Debt to Christianity W/ Tom Holland! Part One May 10, 2021

In this episode the regulars are joined by BBC host and author Tom Holland for a discussion surrounding his newest book, 'Dominion: How The Christian Revolution Remade The World'. This is part one of two.
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Episode 378: Jesus > Politics W/Justin Giboney May 05, 2021

In this episode, Ben, Aaron, and David talk with Justin Giboney, attorney, political strategist, as well as co-founder and president of the "AND" campaign, which is a coalition of urban Christians who are determined to address the sociopolitical arena with the compassion and conviction of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
They discuss how we as Christians should properly interface with politics, and avoid becoming tribalistic in our opinions and affiliations.
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Episode 377: Max Lucado Afterparty! May 03, 2021

In this Afterparty episode the regulars react to their amazing conversation with author and pastor Max Lucado.
They discuss community, its relationship to anxiety, and additional topics hinging on these areas of culture and the church.
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Episode 376: How To Be Anxious For Nothing W/Special Guest Max Lucado! Apr 30, 2021

In this episode the regulars are joined by renowned author and pastor Max Lucado!
They talk about Max's 2019 release "Anxious For Nothing: Finding Calm In A Chaotic World," as well as those who are parents can go about talking through fear and worry with their kids.
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Episode 375: Is It Always Wrong To Judge? W/Courtney, David, and Ania Apr 28, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney, David and Ania to discuss another commonly misunderstood Bible verse, Matthew 7:1. With Jesus proclaiming, "Do not judge, or you too will be judged," are we never to pass judgements of any kind, at any time?
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Episode 374: Is It Always God's Will To Heal? Apr 26, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by the regulars for a surprising discussion on the will of God, prayers of faith, and miracles. Is it always God's will to heal? Should we always pray with the caveat of "thy will be done?"
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Episode 373: Does God Really Have Plans to Prosper Us? W/Jodi, Courtney, and Ania Apr 23, 2021

In this episode, Ben is joined by Jodi, Courtney and Ania to kick off a series of podcasts focusing on scriptures that are often misinterpreted by the modern church.
Jeremiah 29:11 is often used to instill hope of a promising future - but is that what it's really about?
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Episode 372: Nine Rules for Not Being a Jerk When Talking to Someone Who Thinks Differently Than You - Part Two Apr 21, 2021

In this episode the regulars (minus Luke, PLUS Aaron) discuss nine critical principles to follow to avoid being insufferable during conversations surrounding hot topic issues. This is part two.
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Episode 371: Nine Rules for Not Being a Jerk When Talking to Someone Who Thinks Differently Than You - Part One Apr 19, 2021

In this episode the regulars (minus Luke, PLUS Aaron) discuss nine critical principles to follow to avoid being insufferable during conversations surrounding hot topic issues. This is part one.
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Episode 370: Would Jesus Use a Gun To Defend Himself? W/ Shane Claiborne! Apr 14, 2021

In this episode the regulars are joined by author and Christian activist Shane Claiborne for a discussion on firearms and gun violence in America.
How should we, the church, approach this issue, and display the love of Christ in one of culture's most divisive topics?
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Episode 369: How Would Jesus Respond to a Culture in Crisis? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Apr 12, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania. They discuss the recent controversy surrounding the artist Lil Nas X, and what our reactions reveal about our hearts as Christians.
Ultimately they ask, what would Jesus have us do?
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Episode 368: How Does Jesus Want Us to Pray? Apr 07, 2021

In this episode Ben and Courtney sit down to talk about prayer. Why don't we take it as seriously as we should? How can we continue to return to a place of dependence on God in our lives; a place of reliance on His power?
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Episode 367: When 500 People Get Saved at a Rave W/Daniel MacLeod Apr 05, 2021

In this episode, Ben and Chad interview new friend Daniel MacLeod of Nashville, TN who recounts the story of 500 people coming to Jesus at a rave.
They discuss how we can be bold and relevant for the gospel, the need to spiritually and practically equip people for ministry work, and how this generation is dying for something to give their lives for.
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Episode 366: Is Christian Apologetics a Waste of Time? W/ John Stackhouse! Apr 02, 2021

In this episode, Ben and David speak with author and apologist John Stackhouse! They discuss how we should best go engaging the global youth culture with the gospel of Jesus, and how we can be relational and effective, instead of simply rigid and awkward in sharing truth.
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Episode 365: Why No One Wants To Hear What Christians Have to Say Mar 31, 2021

In this episode, Ben is joined by Aaron and Chad to talk about our ability (or inability) as a church to discuss 'hot' cultural topics, including LGBTQ+, racism, politics and more. What has happened, that has led to our isolation, our tribalism, and ostracism of others that don't share our viewpoints?
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Episode 364: The Unexpected Story of a Gay Activist Featuring David Bennett! Part Two Mar 29, 2021

In this episode Ben, Luke, and Aaron are joined by special guest David Bennett, author of A War of Loves. Bennett recounts his dramatic conversion, highlighting his journey from being a gay activist, and hater of Christianity, to a follower of Jesus. This is part two.
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Episode 363: If You're Not Generous, Are You Really Free? W/ Jody, Courtney, and Ania Mar 26, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Jody, Courtney and Ania for a discussion on generosity, the nature of God, how a relationship with him should manifest this quality in our lives.
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Episode 362: The Unexpected Story of a Gay Activist Featuring David Bennett! Part One Mar 24, 2021

In this episode Ben, Luke, and Aaron are joined by special guest David Bennett, author of A War of Loves. Bennett recounts his dramatic conversion, highlighting his journey from being a gay activist, and hater of Christianity, to a follower of Jesus. This is part one.
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Episode 361: Does Cannabis Draw us Closer to God? Mar 22, 2021

In this episode the regulars, though prepared to talk with Craig Gross (founder of XXXchurch and Christian Cannabis), embark on a nuanced conversation about marijuana, and the questions surrounding its increasing prevalence in society - even in the church. Does it really act as an aid to spiritual development? Does it do more harm than good?
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Episode 360: Professor John Lennox! Do I Have to Throw Away My Brain to Be a Christian? Part Two. Mar 19, 2021

In this episode Ben, Luke, and Aaron are joined by the one and only John Lennox, professor of mathematics at Oxford University, for a discussion on apologetics and engaging the secular world with the gospel of Jesus. This is part two.
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Episode 359: Professor John Lennox! Do I Have to Throw Away My Brain to Be a Christian? Part One. Mar 17, 2021

In this episode Ben, Luke, and Aaron are joined by the one and only John Lennox, professor of mathematics at Oxford University, for a discussion on apologetics and engaging the secular world with the gospel of Jesus. This is part one.
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Episode 358: Our Anger Is Literally Killing Us! Mar 15, 2021

In this episode, Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania to talk about anger. We live in a world that is in so many ways, angry. Is anger a biblical concept? Is it always a sin to be angry? What are the physical consequences of this emotion? All of this and more on P&I.
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Episode 357: Is It Our Job to Fix the Wrongs of the Past? Afterparty! Mar 12, 2021

In this episode the regulars react to their conversation with A.R. Bernard. They discuss the idea of individualized vs. collective sin in the church, advising authorities in the secular world, and discerning whether we are helping or hindering people in coming to Jesus.
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Episode 356: Has The Church Lost Her Voice in Culture? W/ Dr. A.R. Bernard Mar 10, 2021

In this episode the regulars are joined for a second time by author and New York City pastor Dr. A.R. Bernard. They discuss the role of the church in culture, how we as believers should address and approach the issues of our world. Dr. Bernard also shares about his time as an adviser to former president Donald Trump.
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Episode 355: To Vaccine, or Not to Vaccine? Mar 08, 2021

In this episode the regulars take a second to discuss the COVID-19 Vaccine: What should we think about it? Is it cause for celebration, or concern? How should a follower of Jesus handle this situation? Finally - how did Nigel manage to get the vaccine already, despite his age?
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Episode 354: RZIM Senior Vice President Amy Orr-Ewing Speaks Out About What We Can Learn From the Ravi Zacharias Scandal Mar 04, 2021

In this episode the regulars sit down with Amy Orr-Ewing, Senior Vice President of RZIM and President of OCCA The Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics.
They discuss the scandal regarding the late Ravi Zacharias, and, as the title suggests, what we can learn from it.
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Episode 353: The Power of Encouragement, and Why We Won’t Make It Without It! W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Mar 01, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania to talk about the role of encouragement in the body of Christ, and how powerful an agent of change it can be in our lives.
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Episode 352: Talking Revelation, Bitcoin, and the End of the World as We Know It! Feb 24, 2021

In this episode, Ben and the regulars discuss the controversial topic of the End Times. They talk about the book of Revelation, common fears and misinterpretations, correct cultural and genre contexts.
Ben and David also question why end time 'prophets' always seem to need money, and store grain in white buckets.
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Episode 351: God Knows Your Name, and Why That Changes Everything! W/Jodi, Courtney, and Ania Feb 22, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Jodi, Courtney, and Ania. They talk about the fact that God knows our names, loves us with an incomprehensible, everlasting love, and how this can change everything if only we'd let it.
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Episode 350: Learning to Run to God When We Fail! AFTERPARTY! Feb 19, 2021

In this Afterparty episode, the guys reflect on their conversation with author Rachel Gilson, and discuss our dire need of accountability, transparency, and ultimately repentance in regard to sin.
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Episode 349: Born This Way? Discussing Sexuality and Jesus with Rachel Gilson Feb 17, 2021

In this episode, Ben and the regulars are joined by Rachel Gilson, author of Born Again This Way, for a discussion on how Christianity and the church should lovingly intersect with the LGBTQ community.
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Episode 348: The Profound Power of Mercy W/Courtney and Ania Feb 15, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Jodi and Courtney, for a discussion on mercy. How we are to be merciful to each other, in light of God’s ultimate act of Mercy - sending his son to die on the cross for our sins?
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Episode 347: Is Community The Cure We Need Most? Feb 10, 2021

In this episode, the regulars discuss our world's dire need for community. Are we living our lives with one another as the Bible instructs us to? What changes do we need to make? Don't miss this episode!
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Episode 346: Learning How to Respond to the Holy Spirit Feat. Ryan Ries (Whosoevers) Feb 08, 2021

In this episode, Ben and Chad catch up with Ryan Ries from the Whosoevers to talk about what he's been up to, how God is moving in and through his life, and his new movie coming out soon!
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Episode 345: How Do We Respond When God Speaks? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Feb 05, 2021

Ben, Courtney, Jodi and Ania wrestle with the question, "How do we hear AND respond to the Holy Spirit in our lives?"

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Episode 344: Why Don't We Repent Anymore? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Feb 01, 2021

In this episode, Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi and Ania for a discussion on confession and repentance. Why don't we see more of this in the church today? What's the difference between Godly and worldly sorrow? All of this and much more.
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Episode 343: Does Christianity Crush Diversity? Featuring Rebecca McLaughlin! (Part Two) Jan 29, 2021

In this episode, the regulars are joined by author and speaker Rebecca McLaughlin to discuss her book "Confronting Christianity". They cover many hot topics, demonstrating that many of our massive shortcomings as a church have not come from clinging to Biblical teaching too much, but too little. This is part two of two.
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Episode 342: Does Christianity Crush Diversity? Featuring Rebecca McLaughlin! (Part One) Jan 27, 2021

In this episode, the regulars are joined by author and speaker Rebecca McLaughlin to discuss her book "Confronting Christianity".
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Episode 341: Stephen Christian of Anberlin! Jan 25, 2021

In this episode, the regulars are joined by Anberlin frontman Stephen Christian!
Stephen shares the story of the band's formation and success, the struggle of staying spiritually strong on the road, and why the steak dinner with Chad never happened.
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Episode 340: What Does Biblical Friendship Look Like in the Age of Loneliness? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Jan 22, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Jodi, Ania and Courtney for a discussion on friendship. What is Biblical friendship, and what does it mean to be a friend of God? Do we really have the types of friends, and model the kind of relationships that the Bible instructs us to?

Episode 337: Talking LGBTQ+ and The Love of Jesus W/Preston Sprinkle Jan 15, 2021

In this episode, Ben, Aaron, and Chad are joined by author, teacher, and speaker Preston Sprinkle (Theology In The Raw).
Preston and the regulars discuss today's sexually broken culture in light of the perfect love of Christ, and the church's historically negative track record in regard to it.
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Episode 336: Our Reaction to the Storming of the Capitol Building. Jan 09, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by Aaron, David, and Chad to talk about the protests, and the storming of our nation's capitol building that happened on January 6th, 2021. They talk about the the placement of our hope, the erosion of truth, and avoiding the pitfall of becoming totally blinded by our relativistic culture.
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Episode 335: Are You Proactive or a Victim of Your Environment? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Jan 08, 2021

In this episode Ben is joined by the ladies for a discussion on whether or not we are living proactively, reactively, and how we can easily become victim' of our environments/circumstances if we are not careful!

Episode 334: Lessons We Learned From 2020 That Will Change Everything! Jan 06, 2021

Ben, David, Chad and Aaron look at 2020 and ask the question how will 2020, shape our 2021?
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Episode 333: Discussing Ravi Zacharias, Carl Lentz, and How We Should Respond. Part Two. Jan 01, 2021

In this episode, Ben is joined by Aaron, David, and Luke for a difficult discussion on the moral failings of Christians in celebrity positions. What do we do when they occur, and how do we avoid the very same pitfalls, regardless of our having 'celebrity status'. This is part two.
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Episode 332: Discussing Ravi Zacharias, Carl Lentz, and How We Should Respond. Part One. Dec 30, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Aaron, David, and Luke for a difficult discussion on the moral failings of Christians in celebrity positions. What do we do when they occur, and how do we avoid the very same pitfalls, regardless of our having 'celebrity status'. This is part one.
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Episode 331: Why Comfort Is Killing Us! W/Courtney Dec 28, 2020

In this episode Ben and Courtney sit down to talk about comfort, and how it could be killing our faith. They examine our tendencies to believe God would call others to those far-off places, but not us. If we're not careful, we can wrongly conclude that it will never be us, when in fact God might want it to be.

Episode 330: The Subversive Power Of Christmas Dec 24, 2020

Merry Christmas from Provoke&Inspire! In this episode Ben, Luke and Chad discuss the countercultural arrival, and subsequent life of Jesus; how he came and conquered in a way we could never have imagined.
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Episode 329: Shame Is More Powerful Than You Realize! w/ Dr. Curt Thompson. (Part Two) Dec 22, 2020

What is shame, where does it come from, and how does God enter into our lives to deal with it? On this second part of a two-part podcast episode, the regulars continue to tackle these challenging questions with psychiatrist Dr. Curt Thompson!
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Episode 328: Shame Is More Powerful Than You Realize! w/ Dr. Curt Thompson. (Part One) Dec 21, 2020

In this episode the regulars talk with renowned psychiatrist Dr. Curt Thompson on the subject of shame. What is shame, where does it come from, and how does God enter into our lives to deal with it? This is part one of two.
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Episode 327: Does God Want Us to Be Ambitious? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Dec 18, 2020

In this episode Ben and the ladies discuss ambition, and whether or not it is fitting for the Christian life as God intended.

Episode 326: Talking Pot With Brian "Head" Welch From Korn! Dec 16, 2020

In this episode, the regulars are joined by long-time friend Brian "Head" Welch of the band Korn, for a discussion on the legalization of drugs and how we should approach it as Christians. David also confronts Brian about refusing to record music submitted by Nigel the clown.
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Episode 325: Raising Your Hand Doesn't Save You! Dec 14, 2020

In this episode Ben is joined by Aaron Pierce to talk about discipleship relationships - what they are, how they happen, and how raising your hand to receive Christ is not necessarily enough to be saved.
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Episode 324: Have Our Traditions Become Worthless? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Dec 11, 2020

In this episode, Ben and the ladies talk about traditions. Whether more spiritual, or recreational, they discuss if they are helpful or harmful, and where they fit into our lives as Christians.

Episode 323: If Jesus Wrote A Book, Would He Sell It? Dec 09, 2020

In this episode, the regulars (minus Luke) talk about ambition and how we should assess our own motives in doing things for God. Should Christian authors be selling their books? Should we be telling people about the things God is doing in and through our lives?
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Episode 322: Why Being Grateful Changes Everything! W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Dec 07, 2020

In this episode Ben is joined by the ladies for a discussion on gratefulness. How it impacts our lives from more sociological, and spiritual perspectives, and why it's more essential than ever.

Episode 321: Is It Bad if Everyone Loves You? AFTER PARTY! Dec 04, 2020

In this episode the guys react to their recent interview with Skillet frontman John Cooper!
They discuss the role of a Christian in the political sphere, how the holy spirit gives faith, and much more!

Episode 320: Speak Freely While You Still Can! A Conversation With John Cooper From Skillet! Dec 02, 2020

In this episode, the regulars talk with Skillet frontman John Cooper about his upcoming book, 'Awake & Alive to Truth'. They talk about how he came to write it, how we should approach being relevant to culture, and John's Fox News interview during the Kenosha riots.
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Episode 318: What Is The Truth About Hell? Feat. Special Guest Alisa Childers! (Part Two) Nov 27, 2020

In this episode, the regulars talk with apologist Alisa Childers (formerly of the band ZOEgirl) about the reality of hell, and whether our view of it is truly scriptural, cultural, or a mixture of both. Don't miss this insightful and incredibly important discussion! This is part two of two.
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Episode 317: What Is The Truth About Hell? Feat. Special Guest Alisa Childers! (Part One) Nov 25, 2020

In this episode, the regulars talk with apologist Alisa Childers (formerly of the band ZOEgirl) about the reality of hell, and whether our view of it is truly scriptural, cultural, or a mixture of both. Don't miss this insightful and incredibly important discussion! This is part one of two.
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Episode 316: Does My Destiny Really Begin With My Thoughts? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Nov 23, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by the ladies for a conversation on the power of thought. They discuss how powerful our thoughts are, either for good or evil, and how they can ultimately shape our destiny.

Episode 315: Why Is Moral Relativism Attractive? BadChristian Afterparty! Nov 20, 2020

In this episode, Ben and the regulars react to their recent conversation with Matt and Toby of the BadChristian podcast! They discuss the lure of moral relativism, and how we end up denying God, and/or replacing him with ourselves, when we succumb to a worldview like it.
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Episode 314: Talking Jesus and Morality With Matt & Toby of the BadChristian Podcast! Part 2 Nov 18, 2020

In this episode (part 2 of 2), the regulars (minus David) are joined by Matt and Toby of the BadChristian podcast. They discuss the art of constructive conversations, theology, morality, faith deconstruction and much more. You won't want to miss this one!
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Episode 313: Talking Jesus and Morality With Matt & Toby of the BadChristian Podcast! Part 1 Nov 16, 2020

In this episode (part 1 of 2), the regulars (minus David) are joined by Matt and Toby of the BadChristian podcast. They discuss the art of constructive conversations, theology, morality, faith deconstruction and much more. You won't want to miss this one!
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Episode 312: What Would Jesus Think Of Lockdown? Justin Brierley Afterparty Podcast! Nov 13, 2020

In this episode Ben, David, Chad and Luke react to their recent conversation with Justin Brierley of the Unbelievable podcast, and to the possibility of our world entering into yet another COVID-19 related lockdown.
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Episode 311: Does Conversation Even Matter Anymore? Featuring Justin Brierley (Unbelievable Podcast)! Nov 11, 2020

In this episode the regulars talk with Justin Brierley of the Unbelievable podcast about atheist arguments, COVID-19 response, and much more!
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Episode 310: Is Your Hope Something That Can Die? Nov 09, 2020

In this Ladies Night edition of Provoke & Inspire, Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania for a discussion on the topic of fear, and how we should go about handling it as believers.

Episode 309: Can Hard Times Be the Best Thing for Us? Kaitlyn Schiess Afterparty! Nov 06, 2020

In this After Party episode, Ben, Chad, and David react to their conversation with Kaitlyn Schiess regarding her new book, The Liturgy Of Politics: Spiritual Formation For The Sake Of Our Neighbor.
They discuss the possibilities of putting our faith in things other than Jesus, such as politics - as well as letting trials have their perfect work in us.
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Episode 308: Which Gospel Are You Believing? Feat. Kaitlyn Schiess Nov 04, 2020

In this episode Ben, David, and Chad are joined by author Kaitlyn Schiess for a discussion on her new book The Liturgy Of Politics: Spiritual Formation For The Sake Of Our Neighbor.
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Episode 307: What Does a Godly Vision Look Like, and How Do I Make It Happen? Oct 31, 2020

This special edition podcast features two "ted talk" style messages that Ben delivered at Steiger's Revolutionary Art event this past weekend.
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Episode 306: Do We Need To Recover From Biblical Manhood and Womanhood? Feat. Special Guest Aimee Byrd - Part 2 Oct 30, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Luke and Chad talk with author and speaker Aimee Byrd, discussing her latest book titled, "Recovering From Biblical Manhood And Womanhood: How The Church Needs To Rediscover Her Purpose." They speak about gender roles, having tough conversations, and much more. This is part two.
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Episode 305: Do We Need To Recover From Biblical Manhood and Womanhood? Feat. Special Guest Aimee Byrd - Part 1 Oct 28, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Luke and Chad talk with author and speaker Aimee Byrd, discussing her latest book titled, "Recovering From Biblical Manhood And Womanhood: How The Church Needs To Rediscover Her Purpose." They speak about gender roles, having tough conversations, and much more. This is part one.
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Episode 303: Following Jesus Even When You Don't Feel Anything Oct 23, 2020

In this Ladies' Night edition episode, Ben is joined by Courtney and Jodi for a discussion on spiritual dryness, and what to do if and when it occurs.

Episode 302: We Are United to All Believers, Even Those We Disagree With Most! Ft. Dan Darling! Oct 20, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David and Chad interview author and speaker Daniel Darling about his new book, 'A Way With Words'. They discuss how we should properly behave as Christians when utilizing social media, and how to avoid pitfalls that often ruin our witness as believers.
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Episode 301: Following Jesus Is Not About Being Safe! Oct 19, 2020

In this episode David and Ben react to the Sonny Sandoval (Lead singer of metal band P.O.D.) conversation and discuss evangelism, Christian artists, as well as criticism that often comes from the church toward them. How do we react to it all, and how should we, the church, properly support Christian artists?
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Episodes 300: Persevering Through Friendly Fire With Special Guest Sonny Sandoval (P.O.D.) Pt 2 Oct 16, 2020

In this episode Ben and Chad are joined by Sonny Sandoval, frontman for metal band Payable On Death (P.O.D.)! Sonny shares his testimony of how God saved him and has used his life and his band to reach the lost. He also talks about persevering through the trials of being a Christian band in the secular scene, as well as enduring intense criticism from the church as well.
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Episode 299: Persevering Through Friendly Fire With Special Guest Sonny Sandoval (P.O.D.) Pt 1 Oct 14, 2020

In this episode Ben and Chad are joined by Sonny Sandoval, frontman for metal band Payable On Death (P.O.D.)! Sonny shares his testimony of how God saved him and has used his life and his band to reach the lost. He also talks about persevering through the trials of being a Christian band in the secular scene, as well as enduring intense criticism from the church as well.
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Episode 298: Porn Is Turning Us Into Animals. Oct 12, 2020

In this podcast, Ben and Chad are joined by Letitia Shelton of Toowoomba, Australia - where she is fighting for a pornography-free city, as well as the healing of abused and hurting girls through her organization, City Women. They talk about how pornography is shaping the future generation, and what can be done to stop it.
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Episode 295: What Are the Greatest Barriers to People Coming to Jesus Today? Oct 05, 2020

In this episode Ben sits down with Aaron Pierce to discuss what true discipleship relationships look like, the dangers of partisanship and tribalism that we're seeing today, and, as the title would suggest, what the greatest barriers are to people coming to Jesus.
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Episode 293: Is Social Media the Greatest Threat We've Ever Faced? Sep 30, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Chad and Luke to discuss the new Netflix documentary titled, "The Social Dilemma". They discuss topics such as whether social media is bad, whether algorithms are helping to make the world a better place, or are getting us closer to a terminator-like reality. :)
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Episode 292: How to Be Pro-Jesus in the Political Season! Special Guest Shane Claiborne! Sep 28, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David are joined by author, speaker, and activist Shane Claiborne to discuss how we as Christians can and should be pro-Jesus instead of simply partisan in the political season. Don't miss this conversation!
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Episode 291: Becoming A High Impact Christian! Special Guest Chip Ingram! Sep 25, 2020

Originally recorded in January of this year, Ben and David are joined by California pastor, and author Chip Ingram for a discussion on what it takes to become high impact Christians, and how to effectively engage the secular world.
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Episode 290: There Is No Calling Without Risk! Mini Series 5. Sep 23, 2020

In this episode Ben and the regulars talk about courage, what it is, what it isn't, and how it's a necessary part of the Christian life.
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Episode 289: How to Stick With People Even When They Let You Down. W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Sep 21, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by the ladies for a discussion on reconciliation, and how we can understand and implement it in our lives as God intends us to. They talk about sticking with people through difficulties, and fixing relationships, despite living in a throwaway culture.

Episode 288: Does Integrity Still Matter? Mini Series PT 4 Sep 18, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David are joined by Luke and Chad for another installment to the Mini Series. They talk about holiness, it's role in the Christian life, and the necessity of pursuing Jesus in order to obtain it.
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Episode 287: Are You Answering Questions People Aren't Asking? Mini Series PT 3! Sep 16, 2020

In this episode Ben and David continue the mini series with a discussion of becoming relevant to the culture you're trying to reach. David talks about his days in Amsterdam, and what it took for him to learn not only the questions people were really asking, but how to answer them.
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Episode 286: Does Gender Define God's Plan for Our Lives? W/Courtney, Jodi, and Ania Sep 14, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by the ladies (Courtney, Jodi, Ania) for a discussion on gender and how it should (or should not) affect calling, vocation, influence and more in the Christian life.

Episode 285: When Success Is Really Failure! Mini Series PT 2! Sep 11, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David continue the mini series on what to do if we want to change the world. They talk about the principle of loving people more than success, and how crucial it is if we want to make an eternal difference.
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Episode 284: My Plans Won’t Change the World! Mini-Series PT 1 Sep 09, 2020

In this episode Ben and David take some time to discuss what steps an artist (or anyone, for that matter) should take if they expect to change the world for Jesus.
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Episode 283: Are You a Victim of Your Circumstances? Sep 07, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Courtney, Ania, and Jodi for a discussion on identity, definitions, and how the world views transformation, versus how God sees and defines it.

Episode 282: Has the Emergent Church Re-Emerged? After Party! Sep 04, 2020

In this episode the guys discuss their conversation on progressive Christianity with apologist and author Alisa Childers (formerly of the CCM band, ZOEgirl).
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Episode 281: Talking Progressive Christianity With Alisa Childers (ZOEgirl)! Sep 02, 2020

In this episode the regulars are joined by former CCM artist Alisa Childers of the band ZOEgirl for a discussion on progressive Christianity, apologetics, deconstruction, and addressing these issues as followers of Jesus. Don't miss this episode!
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Episode 280: How To Reach Hardcore Atheists with Lukas Rueegger! Aug 31, 2020

How do you reach those in your world who don't know Jesus? How can we know the "scene", without become corrupted by it?
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Episode 279: The More Mature My Faith, the Less I Need the Miraculous? After Party! Aug 28, 2020

In this After Party episode, the guys react to their conversation with author and speaker Skye Jethani about the church, faith, miracles, and more.
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Episode 278: Skye Jethani! - What If Jesus Was Serious? Aug 25, 2020

Author and co-host of the Holy Post podcast, Skye Jethani, joined the guys to discuss his latest book "What If Jesus Was Serious?"
Skye argues that the world isn't interested in our message not because we take Jesus too seriously, but that we don't take him seriously enough!
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Episode 277: How to Find Deep Rest for Your Tired Soul! Aug 24, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by the Courtney, Jodi and Ania to talk about rest. They discuss our cultures' inability to stop working, what Jesus meant by telling us to take up his yoke, and how God himself ceased from working on the 7th day of creation.

Episode 276: Five Signs That You (Not God) Are in Control! (After Party) Aug 21, 2020

In this after-party episode, Ben, David, and Chad discuss the topic of control and surrender in light of their recent conversation with Dr. Steve Brown.
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Episode 275: Am I Trying to Control God? Featuring Steve Brown! Aug 19, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Chad are joined once again by Dr. Steve Brown for a discussion on control, sovereignty, free will, Coronavirus, and much more!
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Episode 274: Being Radical for Jesus Is Not What You Might Expect! Aug 17, 2020

In this ladies night edition of Provoke & Inspire, Ben, Courtney, Jodi and Ania embark on a discussion about following Jesus in everyday life, and what we should expect as we do so.
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Episode 273: Does God Deliver Us From All Anxiety? (After Party) Aug 13, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, Luke and Chad react to their interview with Silent Planet vocalist Garrett Russell about mental health, and discuss God's promises in regard to anxiety and other issues.
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Episode 272: Garrett Russell (Silent Planet) - "Don't Talk About Hell If You Haven't Cried About It!" Aug 12, 2020

In this episode, the regulars talk with Silent Planet vocalist Garrett Russell about the mental health crisis surrounding COVID-19, the need for healthy deconstruction, and how important it is to be empathetic!
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Episode 271: Does My Personality Affect My Relationship With God? Aug 10, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by the ladies (Courtney, Ania, and Jodi) for a discussion on personality. They talk about the true nature of diversity, how we should celebrate differences, and how we should approach personality types.

Episode 270: Having a Faith Worth Dying For! (After Party) Aug 07, 2020

In this first ever After Party episode, the regulars comment and reflect on their conversation with Chris Wienand regarding how church should look in our modern era in order to be most effective.
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Episode 269: How Would Jesus Do Church? Aug 05, 2020

In this episode Ben and the regulars have an honest discussion about, as the title suggests, how we should be doing church in our modern era. They talk with church planter and pastor Chris Wienand on how we can become more effective at doing church by focusing on key elements in community living.
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Episode 268: Why Does ‘Living in the Moment’ Matter? Aug 03, 2020

We are increasingly busy and distracted and rarely take the time to be "in the moment." This tendency can have a significant negative impact on our relationship with God. Ben & the ladies dig into this critical subject. This is relevant to any serious follower of Jesus!
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Episode 267: Are Christians Allowed to Doubt? Jul 31, 2020

In this episode Ben and the regulars discuss the topic of dissonance and doubt in regard to faith. How do we navigate as spiritual doubts arise? How do we pursue answers while maintaining faith in Jesus?
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Episode 266: Why Loyalty Matters More Than You Think! Jul 28, 2020

In this episode Ben and the regulars talk about loyalty, why our world needs it, and why it is such a rare commodity in our self-seeking society.
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Episode 265: Would Jesus Wear a Mask? Jul 27, 2020

In this episode, Ben and the regulars discuss the intense reaction to a Youtube video from the channel "IsThereMore." They discuss how we define freedom as Christians, and how we should be living in light of the controversial subject of using masks in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Episode 264: God, Are You There? Jul 24, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Jodi, and Courtney talk about hearing God's voice. They discuss how to seek the voice of God through the Bible, wisdom and wise counsel, and quiet devotional times spend with Jesus.

Episode 263: Guest Eugene Cho Talks Engaging Politics Without Being a Jerk! Jul 22, 2020

In this episode, the regulars are joined by special guest Eugene Cho, president of Christian advocacy group Bread For The World, and founder of One Day's Wages.
They engage in a discussion about how followers of Jesus can engage in politics, and talk about Eugene's newest book, "Thou Shalt Not Be A Jerk."
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Episode 262: How Do You Know When Your Faith Is Dead? Featuring Famous YouTuber Luca Martini. Jul 20, 2020

Ben, Chad and David talk to a famous Brazilian YouTuber, Luca Martini about evangelism, living boldly for Jesus, and being a Christian influencer. Chad's workout routine is discovered by Ben, and Nigel makes an unexpected return.
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Episode 261: Why Can't I Do What I Know Is Right? Jul 17, 2020

In this Ladies' Night edition of Provoke & Inspire, Ben discusses self-control with Courtney, Jodi, and Ania. They ask how we can develop it, and how we can view it Biblically as a fruit of the Spirit when it doesn't seem to be a uniquely Christian virtue.

Episode 260: Are You as Humble as I Am? Jul 15, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, Luke, and Chad have a powerful conversation regarding humility, how Jesus perfectly exemplified it, and how we can live develop it while putting pride to death.
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Episode 259: Special Guest Matty Mullins: Crisis, COVID-19, and the Importance of Art! Jul 13, 2020

In this episode, Ben and the regulars are joined by Memphis Mayfire vocalist Matty Mullins! They catch up with Matty and discuss the importance of art and creativity during these difficult times, and how it serves as a witness to our being made in the image of God.
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Episode 258: Can Anyone Really Be "Good?" Jul 10, 2020

In this edition of Provoke & Inspire, Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania for a discussion on Goodness - a fruit of the spirit as described in scripture. As the title suggests, they examine the idea of people embodying Goodness in their lives, and how the Holy Spirit fits into the equation.
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Episode 257: Why Is It So Hard to Tell Someone About Jesus? Jul 08, 2020

In this episode, Ben and the regulars discuss the difficulty in sharing the Gospel and why Christians so ubiquitously shy away from it. They discuss taking risks, motivations, and the idea of spiritual apprenticeships in the church.
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Episode 256: Special Guest Tim Keller! Is the Church Called to Be a Moral Voice in Culture? Jul 06, 2020

In this episode (originally recorded in November 2019), Ben, David, and Luke are joined by Tim Keller for a discussion on presenting Jesus to a culture that rejects the moral claims of Christianity.
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Episode 255: Am I Cool Enough? Jul 02, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Aaron, David, and Luke for a discussion on trends and utilizing the tools of our age for the gospel without being corrupted by them.
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Episode 254: Waiting on God in a Hurried World! Jul 01, 2020

In this episode Ben, Courtney, Ania and Jodi talk about the spiritual fruit of patience and how we can develop it in an age of insta-everything.
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Episode 253: Society Cannot Be Fixed, So Just Preach the Gospel? Jun 29, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Luke, David, and Aaron for a discussion on whether or not we as Christians should aim to change society, or if we should simply focus on preaching the gospel, knowing that society is hopeless.
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Episode 252: Find Rest for Your Restless Heart! Jun 26, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by the Ladies (Courtney, Jodi, and Ania) for a discussion about anxiety and true peace, as described in the scriptures to be a fruit of the spirit.
They discuss Tim Keller framing anxiety as "to be in pieces," and how we can trust God as our singular anchor in life.
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Episode 251: Special Guest Greg Boyd! Jun 24, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, Luke, and Chad are joined once again by pastor and speed-metal drummer Greg Boyd!
On the topic of racism, they discuss how as a society, we, whether consciously or unconsciously, tend to defend the structures in life that 'work for us,' even if that structure or system oppresses other people.
They also discuss how people are held individually responsible by God, though we live in light of these systems.
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Episode 250: Special Guest Shane Claiborne! - "Faith Detached From the Hurting Grows Stale!" Jun 20, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Chad, and David welcome Shane Claiborne back to the show for a conversation about how we should live as Christians during this time, how we can embrace a lifestyle of non-violence, and see God's kingdom come in the area of racial reconciliation.
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Episode 249: God Calls Us to the Battle, but Why Go? Jun 18, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Courtney, and Jodi for a discussion on entering the battle of faith, finding true rest, and how Jesus radically redefines it all.

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Episode 248: Why Am I Not Experiencing God’s Power in My Life? Jun 16, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Chad and David for a discussion on God's power, and 2 Timothy 2:3-5.
They discuss questions such as, "what does it mean to be a soldier?" and "why did Paul liken the Christian life to being one?" They also ask, "what is the posture of a follower of Jesus to a very broken world?
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Episode 247: Want to Grow? Find a Coach and Ditch the Critics! Jun 12, 2020

Our culture praises superficial understanding and expressing opinions, often without the expertise to do so. But one thing that is not valued in our culture is humility, and admitting that we need to grow. One of the greatest barriers to growth of every kind is the unwillingness to acknowledge and learn from our mistakes.
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Episode 246: The Dangers of 'Cancel Culture' Outside AND Inside the Church! Jun 11, 2020

In this episode, the guys (plus Aaron) explain the phenomenon known as 'Cancel Culture.' The idea that a person of influence is publicly shamed and/or de-platformed because they express an opinion that falls outside of mainstream ideology.
They discuss the often overlooked 'Cancel Culture' in Christian culture, and why this is so dangerous.
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Episode 245: Tribalism and the Lost Art of Nuance! Jun 09, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, Luke, Chad, and Aaron discuss the ability to discern truth in an age of tribalism, bias, and binary thinking.
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Episode 244: A Worldview That Actually Leads to Justice. Featuring Professor Nancy Pearcey Jun 06, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Chad, and Luke are joined once again by Professor Nancey Pearcey for a discussion on human value, sexuality, worldview, and being made in God's image.
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Episode 243: “This Isn’t Just a Skin Problem, This Is a Sin Problem!"- Cyrena Bell Denniston. Jun 04, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by the ladies and special guest Cyrena Bell Denniston - worship leader and vocalist for the metal band 'Seed' in Minneapolis, MN.

They discuss how, in light of the tragedy of George Floyd - as well as the systemic racism in our world, we need to take advantage of this window where people will actually listen, and ask ourselves, "what are we going to do to change ourselves in this time?"
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Episode 242: Words CAN Change The World! Jun 02, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, Chad, and a mysteriously tardy Luke come together for a conversation on the power of speech, and how it can indeed change the world.
In light of the worldwide outrage surrounding the death of George Floyd, including the millions stating their opinions online, one can feel that his/her voice has no effect in the grand scheme of things. The guys discuss, with the help of impeccable Jordan Peterson logic, that whoever you are, you need to be speaking, because your voice IS heard, and needs to be heard.
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Episode 241: George Floyd's Murder and What It Says About Us. Featuring Laurel Bunker! May 29, 2020

In this episode Ben invites Laurel Bunker from Minnesota's Bethel University onto the show, along with Aaron Pierce, for a heavy discussion on the murder of George Floyd, which took place in Minneapolis earlier this week.
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Hero Of The Empire by Candace Millard - https://amzn.to/2XoIHxA

The Willie Lynch Letter:
The Making of a Slave by Willie Lynch - https://amzn.to/3eJ4fuv

Before The Mayflower by Leron Bennett Jr. - https://amzn.to/3dEme56
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Episode 240: Jesus Can Restore Broken Relationships! May 28, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania again - this time to discuss the importance of working to restore broken relationships in our lives.
They talk about how we so often find ourselves stuck in unforgiveness, either as the victim or the perpetrator, and how God desires for us to be free through reconciliation - the very thing he offers us through the cross.
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Episode 238: John Mark Comer (This Cultural Moment) and the Ruthless Elimination of Hurry! May 22, 2020

In this episode, the guys sit down with John Mark Comer of Bridgetown Church for a conversation on the topics of spiritual formation, as well as hurry and how it affects our spiritual lives negatively.
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Episode 237: Your Social Media Rants Aren’t Changing the World! May 21, 2020

In this episode of Provoke&Inspire, the regulars discuss the importance of winning people, and not arguments.
They also talk about the importance of love, acceptance, and the cultural temptation of ours to weigh in on every topic under the sun - even on matters we know very little about.
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Episode 236: Is It Time to Change What You're Doing? May 19, 2020

In this episode, the guys discuss how to know whether or not to continue in what you feel called to, or when to change direction.
They also discuss what to do if you are on the right path, but stray into wrong motives; as well as fundamentally committing to God, and living life as He leads you through it.
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Episode 235: Our Response to the Shooting of Ahmaud Arbery. Featuring Moah Buffalo! May 16, 2020

We invited Moah Buffalo, a long time friend, and Steiger missionary, to reflect on the Ahmaud Arbery shooting. He shares stories of the racism he's personally experienced, and how God has given him the strength to share his love in these terrible situations.
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Episode 234: Do Our Feelings Matter? May 14, 2020

In this episode of Provoke&Inspire, the ladies, plus Ben, talk discuss the hot topic of feelings and emotions.
They discuss how we all have days of feeling "off."; that it's part of the human experience. But they also ask, "How do we sort between valid and invalid emotions and feelings?" And what role do feelings play in the life of a follower of Jesus?
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Episode 233: Talking the Death of Christian Art With Josh Porter (Showbread) May 12, 2020

In this episode, the guys talk with Josh Porter, former singer of the band Showbread!
They discuss how we are being formed spiritually by outside forces, whether we like it or not, how we need to embrace the disciplines of our faith, and how Christian art can be so dead.
Nigel attempts to gain Josh as a supporter, and Chad’s features shine on this episode of Provoke & Inspire!
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Episode 232: Clear Gospel, No Compromise! Bringing Jesus to the Secular World. May 09, 2020

In this episode, we discuss how to share the Gospel with relevance and love, without compromising the essence of the message!
We invite a friend of the show, Luke Collis, to share his experience as an evangelist in New Zealand!
This is a critical discussion for every believer!
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Episode 231: Have We Become Slaves to Freedom? May 07, 2020

In this episode of Provoke&Inspire, Ben, Courtney, Ania, and Jodi talk through the culturally rampant topic of individualism.
They discuss how we've been programmed to be independent, not to trust people, and how this leaves us lonely. They also talk about how, in this culture, we end up running from the relationships that would be the best for us.
Jodi shares a random story involving peanut butter and rodents and living in Amsterdam. This and much more quality listening on today's P&I!
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Episode 230: Is It Time for Celebrity Christianity to Die? Featuring Tommy Green! May 05, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, Luke, and Chad talk with Tommy Green, former frontman for the band Sleeping Giant.
They talk about Christian celebrities, transitions in life and ministry, and whether God is using the current crisis in teaching the church to better embrace authentic community.
Luke pushes his new non-profit, "Fruit Boots 4 Life", and much more on today's P&I!
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Episode 229: John Cooper Of Skillet Talks Staying Close to God During a Pandemic May 02, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, Luke, and Chad are joined again by Skillet frontman John Cooper!
They discuss how the current pandemic has stripped away all of the things that we as a society have put our faith in, how technology is unable to meet our spiritual needs, and how powerful the word of God is as we read it.
David shares a story involving a former band member named Klondike, and the Rolling Stones. All of this and more.
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Episode 228: Consumerism - The Things You Own, End up Owning You! Apr 30, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Courtney, Jodi, and Ania come together to discuss the "pollution" of consumerism.

They take a look at what drives it, how followers of Jesus should respond, and what changes we might make in light of it.

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Episode 227: Chad Returns and Shares His Story of Finding God's Grace at Rock Bottom. Apr 28, 2020

In this episode, Chad Johnson returns from a long absence to join Ben, David, and Luke.
Chad shares the reasons for his absence and how Jesus' mercy and grace found him in his darkest moment.
Brian 'Head' Welch pops in to say hello and to welcome Chad back. All of this and much more on Provoke & Inspire.
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Episode 226: Are You Tired of Trying to Be Perfect? Apr 25, 2020

In this episode, Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania to discuss the topic of perfectionism.
They talk about how God has made us uniquely different, how holding to some cultural standard of perfection actually limits us from becoming who we need to be, and how it can create intense selfishness.
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Episode 225: COVID-19, a Judgment From God? Apr 23, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David speak with apologist Julia Garschagen of RZIM ministries.
They discuss questions such as, “How can we spread the love and hope of Jesus, and how can we address people’s questions as they become more existential during a time like this?”
David speculates about Luke's absence, shares a story of airport confusion, Nigel gets his two cents in, and much more on P&I.
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Episode 224: Jesus Doesn't Fit in Your Box! Featuring Garrett Russell (Silent Planet) Apr 21, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David interview frontman for the band Silent Planet, Garrett Russell.
Among many things, they discuss the importance of personal engagement with, and listening to, the people you are trying to reach. Garrett also shares about his personal experience with mental health issues.

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Episode 223: Talking End Times and Porn With Ryan Ries! Apr 18, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with special guest Ryan Ries from The Whosoevers.
They ask questions such as, "What does God want us to do when we come out of this?" And "how much value should we put on eschatology during this time?",
Nigel tries to recruit our guest for the RLIUA, and David shares a story from his days in Los Angeles on P&I!
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Episode 222: Sweatpants & Bad Hair During the Lockdown? Apr 16, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Courtney, Ania, and Jodi discuss the topic of vanity in our lives as followers of Jesus.

They ask questions such as, "how much emphasis should we put, or not put, on external beauty?" How do we accept ourselves?" "How does Godliness hold value not only for our present life but for eternity as well?"

Jodi shares a story of transforming her son into a sheep and much more on this Ladies Night edition of Provoke&Inspire!

Episode 221: Special Guest Mattie Montgomery! Discovering the Father's Heart During the Pandemic! Apr 14, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with author, speaker, and former vocalist of the band 'For Today', Mattie Montgomery.
“Are we ready to receive a revival in the church today?”, “Are we leading our families spiritually the way we should be?”
David laments all the homeschooling he seems to be currently enduring, Nigel asks the big question to Mattie and much more on P&I!
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Episode 220: What Are We Learning About Ourselves and The Church During the COVID-19 Crisis? Feat. Pastor Neal Rich (Cedar Valley Church) Apr 11, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with pastor Neal Rich of Cedar Valley Church about what the current crisis is teaching us.
They ask questions such as, "Is my value in what I do, or in Whose I am?" and, regarding the church, "how should we address services and rituals in this modern age"?
David does NOT share a random story but instead decides to distance from Luke indefinitely socially, and much more on Provoke&Inspire!
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Episode 219: Some Things Should Stay Changed! Apr 10, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Luke, and David continue to explore the spiritual implications in the development of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In light of the current crisis, they ask, “What have we taken for granted?”, as well as, “What is it that we hope never returns to normal?”
David shares a story of a past videographer who slept in a rabbit cage and much more on P&I!
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Episode 218: Finding Jesus in the Crisis Apr 09, 2020

In this episode, Courtney, Jodi and Ania once again join Ben for a discussion on Easter.

How should we view Easter in the absence of church services? They also discuss how the resurrection of Jesus translates into hope for everyday life.

Jodi shares a refreshing, fact-laden, and coherent random story from her early days of ministry in Amsterdam, and Luke is generously complimented on his aesthetic qualities.
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Episode 217: Talking Mental Health During a Crisis With Licensed Therapist Todd Riggs! Apr 07, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with licensed therapist and pastor Todd Riggs.

They discuss how the current COVID-19 crisis is affecting the mental health of our world, how we can take care of ourselves, and how we can share the hope of knowing Jesus during this time.

David recalls a story of Luke being humiliated, purportedly, in Atlanta, and much more on P&I!

Episode 216: Our Hope Is in the Cross Alone Apr 04, 2020

In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania for a discussion about where to look for hope during a crisis. Ben is confused for, among other things, having a black beanie, and much more on this special edition of P&I!
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Episode 215: What Would Jesus Do in a Lockdown? Featuring Shane Claiborne! Apr 02, 2020

In this episode Ben, David, and Luke welcome special guest Shane Claiborne back to the show for a discussion about handling the current crisis as a follower of Jesus.
They ask, "how would God have us act in a time like this that would bring people to him, instead of pushing them away", as well as discuss the many ways that this pandemic could change our world, hopefully for the better.
David accuses Shane of looking like a venture capitalist, and Luke gets a taste of what it'd be like to host the show. All of this and more on P&I!
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Episode 214: Keeping Your Marriage (Or Any Relationship) Strong in a Pandemic! Mar 31, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David and Luke talk to pastoral counselor and conflict resolution specialist Mark Spencer.

They ask questions such as, "During this worldwide pandemic, how to we handle the stress it creates, and navigate our relationships through it all?"

Nigel violates the lockdown by sending a provoking, yet uninspiring text for the guest, and much more on P&I!
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Episode 213: Godly Leadership in a Crisis! Featuring Aaron Pierce! Mar 28, 2020

To wrap up week two of the Lockdown Livestream episodes, we invited Aaron Pierce (executive director of Steiger International) to talk about how to lead in a crisis. Don't miss this crucial conversation!
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Episode 212: Finding God's Mercy in Crisis! Mar 27, 2020

In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney, Ania, and Jodi discuss how to find God's mercy in a time of crisis.

Episode 211: Rules for Social Media during the Apocalypse! Mar 26, 2020

In this episode, Ben raises our spirits with a list of good news during these trying times. After that, the guys discuss rules for social media during this global crisis!
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Episode 210: Responding in Faith to a Global Pandemic, With Special Guest A.R. Bernard Mar 25, 2020

Brooklyn megachurch pastor A.R. Bernard shares his thoughts on our global coronavirus pandemic and what God might be doing though it all.
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Episode 209: Get out of Bed! Create a Routine to Keep Sane During the Pandemic! Mar 24, 2020

In week two of the Provoke and Inspire podcast lockdown Livestream, the guys sharing their latest thoughts on our global crisis, and how creating a routine could keep you from losing your mind!
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Episode 208: Pandemic Talk w/ Valerii Riabokonenko and Moah Buffalo Mar 21, 2020

Day five of the lockdown Livestream includes two of our leaders from Ukraine and Brazil. In this episode we get the global perspective, and David challenges us to not accept the crisis, but to cry out to God and ask Him to intervene!
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Episode 207: Lockdown Livestream #4 Mar 20, 2020

Move over podcast regulars; the wives are taking over! Finally, some truth and wisdom during this global crisis!
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Episode 206: Brian Head Welch! - Lockdown Livestream #3 Mar 19, 2020

In this episode, we invited Brian Head Welch from the band Korn to share his thoughts on the coronavirus pandemic and how to stay sane, full of faith, and bold for Jesus!
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Episode 205: How Can We Be Bold Without Being Reckless? Lockdown Livestream #2 Mar 17, 2020

In Lockdown Livestream #2, the guys discuss how to be bold during this global crisis, without being reckless and endangering others. They ask, "how can we share the Gospel when everyone is afraid to be near each other?" Don't miss this critical discussion!
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Episode 204: Share Your Hand Sanitizer! Lockdown Livestream #1 Mar 17, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David go live for a special edition of Provoke&Inspire, where they talk about the need to place our trust in Jesus alone. They talk about how we should be making the most of this period of time by strengthening those foundations of faith and displaying genuine hope to our neighbors around us.

David recalls a story of trying to use humor to diffuse the tension of a different national emergency and much more on this week’s P&I!
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Episode 203: Theology, Pop Slang and More Thoughts on the Coronavirus! Mar 12, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke discuss the role of theology in the life of a believer. They ask, "how can we avoid the extremes of either living without it, or letting it make us dry and stuffy?" They also share some additional thoughts on the coronavirus. How do we overcome fear? What would Jesus have us do in the face of a crisis like this?
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Episode 202: It's the End of the World as We Know It! Coronavirus, Mass Hysteria, and What Jesus Would Have Us Do About It! Mar 05, 2020

In this episode, Ben, Luke, and David discuss the Coronavirus. Is it bad? If so, how bad? They discuss the media, globalism, and our tendency to panic as a culture. Most importantly, they ask, "how should a follower of Jesus respond to global events, like pandemics? Could this be a healthy reminder of our dependence on God? Can this be an opportunity for the Gospel?"

Davids reminisces of Luke's former band, 'Zombie Apocalypse Boy Rangers', and much more on this week's P&I!
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Episode 201: The Death Penalty, Black Lives Matter, and Donald Trump. A Conversation With Shane Claiborne! Feb 27, 2020

In this episode Ben, Luke, and David have another inspiring conversation with author and Christian activist Shane Claiborne.

They discuss the United States’ use of the death penalty, how we should use Jesus as the filter through which we interpret all scripture, and how to have the correct motivation for pursuing justice in our world

Nigel continues his campaign trail, and David laments the fact that everyone is always trying to help him.
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Episode 200: Radical Faith, Not Dead Religion! Feb 19, 2020

When we started this podcast a few years back, we had no idea how long it would last. But here we are, at our 200th episode!

We've cried, we've laughed, we've heard a lot of random stories. We've been able to interview some pretty amazing people from around the world.

One thing is for sure: we would've stopped long ago if it wasn't for all of you! Thanks for all of your support along the way!

We can't wait to record the next 200!
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Episode 199: Allowing God to Use You in Your Everyday Life: A Conversation With Ben Fitzgerald. Feb 13, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke speak with international speaker and evangelist Ben Fitzgerald.

They discuss how we can let God work through us in everyday life, the element of courage in following the holy spirit’s promptings, and how we should guard against becoming professional Christians.

David tells a story of Asian Cuisine, and Nigel returns, all on this week’s P&I!
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Episode 198: Was the Super Bowl Halftime Show a Celebration of Culture or an Objectification of Women? Feb 06, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David talk with special guest, and missionary of Steiger Latin America, Allison Pinzon.

They discuss the different elements of the 2020 Superbowl Halftime show, society's objectification of women, and the results of latin stereotyping.

David angers the father of modern Christian music, and much more on this week's P&I!
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Episode 197: How Would Jesus Confront the Abortion Crisis? With Special Guest Scott Klusendorf Jan 29, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David talk with special guest Scott Klusendorf from the Life Training Institute.

They discuss whether or not abortion is an "all or nothing" battle, and how we engage the issue without compromise, but with grace and truth.

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Episode 196: Are We Supposed to Be Heresy Police? Jan 22, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke discuss the hot topic of heresy in the church.
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They ask, “should we be the modern-day heresy police?” and, “how should we properly call out serious issues when we see them?”

David adds another (and hopefully the final) chapter to Ben’s childhood exposé, and Nigel is nowhere to be found. All of this and more on this week’s P&I!
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Episode 195: Stop Setting Human Goals and Start Changing the World! Jan 16, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David discuss the idea that It’s not enough to just have a vision for our lives, but that we need to have Godly burdens.

Related to this, they discuss the idea that if we make knowing Jesus our number one priority, everything will fall into its proper place despite our circumstances.

Luke takes a week off to attend a specialized class, and much more on this week’s P&I!
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Episode 194: Stop Trying to Be Famous for Jesus! Another Awesome Conversation With Chip Ingram! Jan 09, 2020

In this episode, Ben and David talk once again with influential pastor and author Chip Ingram! They discuss questions such as, "how do you have spiritual ambition, without it yielding anxieties?", and "What does it mean to Abide, as taught in John 15?".

They share how their New Year's resolutions are going as of the one week mark, David chronicles his family's pet history, and Nigel strikes again all on this week's episode of P&I!
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Episode 193: Things Christians Assume About Atheists That Drive Them Crazy! Jan 02, 2020

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke discuss a video taken from the YouTube channel titled Mr. Atheist which highlights assumptions Christians often make about Atheistic people.
The guys discuss New Year’s resolutions in response to the growing digital addictions of our age, and David shares a story of horses and chafing, all on this week’s episode of P&I!
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Episode 192: Does God Have a Sense of Humor? Dec 26, 2019

In this episode David and Ben take time out of the busy Christmas season to address a community member's question about humor.
They discuss if God actually has a sense of humor, if Christians are actually limited by their faith when it comes to this topic, and whether or not Christian Comedians should be a thing.
Ben responds to a call about his social security number being compromised, and much more on this week's P&I!
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Episode 191: Talking Yoga, Meditation, Karma, and Long-Haired Dudes with Steven Bancarz Dec 19, 2019

In this episode, Ben and David chat with prominent New Age thinker turned Christian apologist, Steven Bancarz.

They ask questions such as, "is meditation harmful or helpful?" "are New Age ideas infiltrating the church?" and, "is yoga an acceptable practice for Christians?"

With a sub-Saharan cat question posed by Nigel, and a random story that just...well, burns, you won't want to miss this week's P&I!
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Episode 190: Billie Eilish, Xanax, and Finding Meaning in A Post-God World Dec 12, 2019

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk about the cultural demographic in which singer-songwriter Billie Eilish has risen to stardom.

They discuss its epidemic of suicide, drug use, addiction, and how we should address these issues as Christians.

Ben also brings up the topic of New Year’s resolutions, and presents a related challenge to the listening audience.

David recalls an incident from long ago involving Luke, a monastery, and a small kitchen window.

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Episode 189: Special Guest Josh Garrels Talks About Finding Jesus at the End of Himself Dec 05, 2019

In this episode the guys interview singer-songwriter Josh Garrels!

They talk about the challenge of relying on God instead of past successes, Josh shares about overcoming personal challenges, and finding Jesus as his strength when his own had failed.

David's random story adds a chapter to a common theme in his life, and Nigel asks yet another probing question, all on this week's P&I!
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Episode 188: Special Guest Dr. Tim Keller Talks Effective Evangelism to the Modern World. Nov 27, 2019

In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with none other than Dr. Tim Keller!

Among several topics, they discuss questions such as, “where is the role of just sharing the plain gospel with people? and, “should lifestyle sermons be preached in churches?”

David reminisces about the shocking time a man would not eat his own food on a commercial flight, and Nigel interjects his political agenda, all on this week's Provoke&Inspire.
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Episode 187: How Can I Follow God When I Don't Feel Him? Nov 21, 2019

In this episode, Luke, David, and Ben address two critical questions raised by the P&I Community. They ask what someone should do when they want to follow God, but don't feel Him, and what role emotions should play in our walk with God.

They discuss the important of being honest with God, how followers of Jesus should conduct themselves online, and whether it's Biblical to talk about Christian influencers, instead of to them.

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Episode 186: Stop Telling People to Preach the Gospel! Nov 14, 2019

In this episode, Ben apologizes for rushing to judgment on an article that was shared on the podcast community page. The guys use this opportunity to talk about several key points that were made in response to Ben's comment. They ask, does the Gospel "work" with secular people? Is it arrogant to challenge people to share the Gospel, and is preaching the Gospel a unique calling, or something all believers should do?

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Episode 185: Talking 'Woke' Politics, Effective Apologetics, and the Intellectual Dark Web with Justin Brierley! Nov 07, 2019

In this episode, the guys chat with Justin Brierley from the "Unbelievable?" podcast! They cover a bunch of interesting topics including the relevance of apologetics in modern culture, the surprising alliance of Christianity and the intellectual dark web, and the need to reclaim conversation in the era of hyper-political correctness.

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Episode 184: Talking Kanye West and 21st Century Pharisees with Ryan Ries and Brian Head Welch! Oct 31, 2019

In this episode of the podcast, David, Ben, and Luke are joined by frequent contributor Brian Head Welch as well as Ryan Ries from the "Whosoevers."

They discuss why so many Christians are skeptical about Kanye's West public conversion and bold proclamation of the Gospel.

They talk about the disheartening pharisaism that seems more prevalent than ever, and ask, "how would Jesus respond to Kanye West?"
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Episode 183: Defending the Truth and Sharing the Gospel Without Feeding the Trolls and Adding to the Internet Cesspool. Oct 24, 2019

In this episode of the Provoke&Inspire podcast, David, Ben, and Luke debunk the social justice or Jesus false dichotomy and talk about how we can relevantly reach culture using our platforms without adding to the tribalism.

They talk about the need to accept the foolishness of the Cross while recognizing that sometimes we create unnecessary barriers because we don't know or love people like we really should.
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Episode 182: Sean Feucht's Journey from Bethel Music to Running for the United States Congress. Oct 16, 2019

In this episode of the podcast, David, Luke, and Ben interview worship leader, songwriter, and Christian influencer Sean Feucht about his decision to run for congress.
They ask how can politics bring about change, should the church be engaged in politics, and how can progress be made in a two-party system that offers little hope for new ideas?
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Episode 181: Kanye's Sunday Service, Ellen DeGeneres' Timely Message, and Fighting a Modern Day Genocide. Oct 10, 2019

In this action-packed episode, David and Ben discuss how we should view Kanye West's Sunday Service. They ask, should be we skeptical or excited?
Ben brings up Ellen DeGeneres' appeal to be nice to everyone - even to those we disagree with.
Lastly, the guys bring on Megan Almon, who is a full-time Pro-life advocate and educator. They ask, how can we remain vigilant in defending the pro-life position, and do intellectual arguments ever change people's minds?
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Episode 180: Christian Apathy, Greta Thunberg, and the End of the World as We Know It! Oct 03, 2019

In light of the rise of Greta Thunberg and the unprecedented scale of the amazon fires, the boys felt it was time to talk about the environment. They ask, why has the environment become a political issue, and is it tight that Christians are often the most apathetic when it comes to global warming. They attempt to find clarity and a firm footing in the murky waters that is the environment debate…

You will laugh, you will cry, but you won’t be bored.
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Episode 179: Talking Preachy Bands and the Death of Christian Hard Core with Atheist Finn McKenty. Sep 26, 2019

In this episode of the podcast, David, Luke, and Ben talk with Youtube influencer and atheist Finn Mckenty about his video “What Killed Christian Core?”

In his video, Finn breaks down the decline of the Christian hardcore scene and makes several interesting observations. He challenges the double standard of a secular culture that allows everyone to speak their minds except Christians. Finn criticizes Christian who lead double lives, or abuse religion for fame, wealth, or power.

During the discussion, they cover a variety of critical topics, including hypocrisy, the role of art in culture, and the existence of God.

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Episode 178: Talking Porn, Politics, and Genuine Faith with Dr Michael Brown! Sep 19, 2019

In this episode of the podcast, Luke, David, and Ben talk with influential thought leader Dr. Michael Brown. Ever since his radical conversion in the early 1970s, Dr. Brown has been a bold voice for Biblical truth as an author, radio host, and online content creator. We discussed the broken sexuality of our culture, how a follower of Jesus should engage with politics, as well as how to defend the truth in a way that honors Jesus.

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Episode 177: Does Jesus Want Us to Be Famous? A Conversation with High Profile Brazilian Worship Leader André Aquino. Sep 12, 2019

In this episode of the podcast, David and Ben talk with influential Brazilian worship leader Andre Aquino. They tackle some critical questions, including, what does authentic worship look like, how can we worship God amid discouragement, and is our culture’s elevation of worship leaders to celebrity status healthy?

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Episode 176: Are We Following the Real Jesus? A Conversation with Chip Ingram! Sep 06, 2019

In this episode of the Provoke and Inspire, the regulars have a conversation with Chip Ingram from Living on the Edge!

They discuss what real faith looks like, the lies that keep us from experiencing God’s power, and the unique challenges facing followers of Jesus in culture today.

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Episode 175: Finding Real Purpose in a Fake World! Aug 29, 2019

In this road report edition of the Provoke and Inspire podcast, David and Ben share what they’ve been learning while being on tour with No Longer Music in Ukraine.
Ben talks about the unity and diversity of skills on display in the NLM crew and asks how every follower of Jesus can find real purpose in a fake world? They discuss our culture’s emphasis on “doing” over “being” and how the first step to finding your role is to stop looking for it.
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Episode 174: Talking with Special Guests John Cooper of Skillet and Korn's Brian "Head" Welch About the Reaction to John's Recent Facebook Post! Aug 24, 2019

In this episode of the Provoke and Inspire podcast, David and Ben are joined by John Cooper (Skillet) and Brian “Head” Welch (Korn) to discuss the intense reaction to John’s recent Facebook post, “What in God’s Name is Happening to Christianity?”

They ask whether social media is the proper avenue for working out one’s faith, and discuss the worrying influence of secular culture on Christian influencers.

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Episode 173: Breaking down a Critical Message Delivered by Skillet’s John Cooper. Aug 17, 2019

In this bonus episode, David and Ben react to the recent renunciations of faith by Marty Sampson and Joshua Harris and specifically look at John Cooper’s (lead singer of Christian rock band Skillet) response.

They ask critical questions about the negative impact of our culture’s glorification of youth, and whether being “real” is always right.

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Episode 172: Balanced People Don’t Change the World! Aug 15, 2019

In this episode, Ben demands an explanation for why David hates the word “balanced.”

David shares his deep conviction that nothing significant is accomplished by balanced people, with a balanced effort.

He makes the case that the life of Jesus demonstrated extraordinary effort, devotion, and faith and that if we want to change the world, we must live a similarly imbalanced life.
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Episode 171: Talking Intimacy with Jesus & Spiritual Power with Brian Head from Korn! Aug 08, 2019

Brian "Head" Welch from the band Korn joins the podcast and shares how he stays spiritually healthy amid his crazy life.
We discuss intimacy with Jesus and the power of His promises!
Brian also shares his most embarrassing on-stage moment.
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Episode 170: Lessons Learned from Sharing the Gospel on MTV Lebanon. Aug 01, 2019

In this episode, David and Ben share practical tips for how to share the Gospel with people outside the church. They break down an interview David did on MTV Lebanon and share critical principles for how to be relevant in communicate who Jesus is.

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Episode 169: The World Needs to Hear More About Our Failures, Not Our Perfection. A Conversation with Steve Brown. Jul 25, 2019

In our latest podcast, we talk with bible teacher and radio personality, Steve Brown. Steve shares his insight from over 50 years of public ministry.
We discuss whether self-righteousness is the most significant barrier to people coming to know Jesus, and whether our holiness has anything to do with our witness.
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Episode 168: That’s Great That God Changes People over There, but That Won’t Work Here! Jul 17, 2019

Does God work the same all over the world? Will people respond to the Gospel in the USA the same way they do in Russia?

Ben and David talk about this reaction they seem to see all over the world where people think that preaching the Gospel works in other countries but won’t work in their own. They debunk this lie and look at why it seems that so many followers of Jesus around the world have turned away from just preaching the simple Gospel.
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Episode 167: Raising Kids That Will Want to Follow Jesus. Jul 11, 2019

Are we raising our kids to believe something that is just a set of good habits and morals or are we showing them what it truly means to have a relationship with God?

David shares his experience in raising two kids as a missionary and some of the important steps he took so that they would see what it really means to follow Jesus.
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Episode 166: Hell, Overseas Missions, F-Bombs, and Other Related Topics. Jul 05, 2019

In this bonus episode of the Provoke&Inspire podcast Ben and David answer questions sent in from our community. They look at what makes overseas missions unique and why it’s important, discuss the use of vulgar language and the importance of having a healthy revelation of hell.
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Episode 165: We Need Broken Hearts More Than Clever Words! Jun 27, 2019

In this episode of the podcast, Luke returns and joins David and Ben as they dig into the topic of relevance.

Due to high demand the guys take another look at the idea of how should followers of Jesus should respond to divisive issues in culture today.

They ask, how can a Christian be equipped to engage and challenge secular culture without losing their heart for people and focus on the Cross?
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Episode 164: Taylor Swift Thinks We're Bigots. Is She Right? Jun 20, 2019

In this unplanned episode of the podcast David and Ben discuss Taylor Swift’s new single “You Should Calm Down” and its scathing attack on the abuse of LGBT community at hands of Christians.

The guys wrestle with how followers of Jesus can meaningfully engage with a culture that views us as bigots, intolerant, and homophobic. They ask, in what ways is Taylor Swift right, and how can we do a better job of proactively demonstrating the love and character of God to an increasingly hostile world.

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Episode 163: The World Thinks We’re Weird, and It’s Our Fault! Jun 12, 2019

In this episode, David shares about his day as a wedding singer in southeastern Turkey.
The guys then move on the critical subject of relevance. They ask whether we have become foreigners in our cities and how we can become relevant in sharing the Gospel in secular culture. They talk about the need to develop authentic relationships with nonbelievers to learn how to communicate the Gospel effectively outside of the church.
This discussion is vital to any Christian wanting to use their lives to reach people for Jesus!
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Episode 162: Talking Total Loss and Finding Jesus with Austin Carlile (Of Mice and Men/Attack! Attack!) Jun 06, 2019

While in Hawaii for a Provoke&Inspire conference, Austin Carlile (Of Mice and Men/Attack! Attack!) joins Ben, David and Chad in person to share his story, the loss he’s experienced in his life, how he found Jesus in the midst of everything and what God is doing in and through his life now!
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Episode 161: Are You Trading Significance for Comfort? Estonia Road Report! May 29, 2019

In the latest Provoke and Inspire podcast episode, David and Ben talk about a difficult No Longer Music show in Estonia.
They discuss how easy it is to see things through human eyes and how often we say we want to serve God but want to be comfortable.
They ask the critical question does a significant life require challenge, and is it possible to make a difference without facing hardships?
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Episode 160: Do You Call Yourself a Christian but Have the Faith of an Atheist? May 23, 2019

The latest podcast episode features Ben and David while on the road with No Longer Music. Huddled together in a sweaty Lithuanian lodge, the boys discuss the incredible things God is doing every night.
Ben raises the critical question of why is it that we tend to live like an atheist despite believing in God? They share personal struggles in this area and share how they have learned to pray bold, faith-filled prayers amid adversity.
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Episode 159: No One Can Tell Me What to Watch! GOT Podcast Part Two! May 16, 2019

A few weeks back we discussed the cultural phenomena Game of Thrones and whether it’s acceptable for followers of Jesus to be watching it. This created quite the stir and generated a ton of feedback/comments/and robust dialogue. In this week’s podcast we revisited the topic and dove deeper into some of the key issues that came up.

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Episode 158: Our Hope Is Not in the Miracle but in Jesus! May 09, 2019

This episode of the Provoke and Inspire Podcast features Nashville producer/songwriter Joshua Silverberg. He shares his amazing stories of praying for people to be healed and seeing God move in power. We dig into some of the skepticism surrounding the supernatural and ask questions like “Does God desire for every person to be healed?” and “What do we say to someone who has never experienced God’s healing despite years of prayer?”

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Episode 157: Should Followers of Jesus Be Watching Game of Thrones? May 02, 2019

With literally millions of people watching and talking about Game of Thrones, the regulars felt it was important to raise the question: “Where do we, as followers of Jesus, draw the line in deciding which movies or series we shouldn't watch?”
Their intense discussion revolves around the question of whether this decision simply comes down to a personal choice between an individual and God, or if adopting that mentality might be another form of relativism.
But don’t worry, it’s not all intense! David will still make you laugh (or cringe) with his latest Random Story!
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Episode 156: Don’t Be a Pharisee, Be like Jesus. Apr 25, 2019

Continuing in their series on how to reach the secular world, the regulars talk about the need for having God’s heart. They look at the importance of making the decision to love our neighbors and that our actions can’t just be based on whether we feel something or not. They then discuss what it really means to have God’s broken heart for the world and how without it, we are really just being religious in our attempts to reach people for Jesus.
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Episode 155: Why Have Our Prayers Become a Dead Ritual? Apr 18, 2019

You’ve heard the regulars talk about the importance of praying and seeking God many times on this podcast, but what does that look like? How do we seek God with a desperate heart?

Ben, Chad, David and Luke continue the discussion around this subject and why it seems to have become a dead ritual. They share their personal experiences on the matter and then give some practical examples of how you can grow in your personal prayer life.

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Episode 154: Finding Jesus in the Midst of Anxiety - Featuring Matty and Brittany Mullins Apr 11, 2019

While in Hawaii for a Provoke&Inspire conference, David, Chad and Ben sit down with Matty (Memphis May Fire) and Brittany Mullins (Beneath The Skin) who share their stories, Matty's struggle with anxiety and panic attacks and how God has been working through their lives to tell others about Jesus.
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Episode 153: If God Takes His Hand off Me for a Second, I’m Dead! Apr 04, 2019

In this week’s edition of the Provoke and Inspire Podcast, the guys turn their attention from understanding the secular culture to how to go about reaching them. They dive into the critical topic of prayer and ask the question “why is it that for so many of us prayer has become a dead ritual?” This is a crucial conversation for anyone wanting to reach the secular world for Jesus!
Oh and David relives the infamous ‘no sex tax’ kerfuffle.
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Episode 152: Rachel Hollis and the Age of Me - Featuring Courtney and Jodi Pierce. Mar 27, 2019

Jodi and Courtney Pierce come on the podcast to talk about Rachel Hollis’ latest book, Girl Stop Apologizing. They look at some of the positives of this self-help book along with the importance of having godly ambition, while also discussing the dangers of a mentality that says: “You can do anything you want in life, if you just work hard enough.”

Episode 151: The Porn Podcast with Sy Rogers Mar 21, 2019

Sy Rogers joins the regulars again on the podcast to talk about a prevailing issue in our culture today—pornography. They look at the impacts it is having on our society, how it is affecting people globally, and most importantly, what we should do if we are personally struggling with this addiction.
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Episode 150: Following God When You Don’t Feel Him + a Conversation with an LA Label Exec. Mar 14, 2019

Without originally planning on it, Ben, Chad and David get into a conversation of what it means to truly follow Jesus with our lives, even when we might not be "feeling Him" or having incredible encounters with His presence.

They then bring on Lance Brown, an Executive from LA based "DREAM Label Group" to talk on keeping it about Jesus while working with high end artists in a fame-sick city.
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Episode 149: I’ll Admit It, I Want to Be Famous but so Do You! Mar 07, 2019

If you had the choice, would you choose to be famous?

Fame seems to be such an idol in our culture today, and although many celebrities have come out and said that there isn't anything fulfilling when you reach the "top of the ladder," people still strive to try and achieve it.

Why is that? Could it be that this desire is a corruption of something good that God put in us to glorify Him?

The regulars look at this topic and discuss these questions, in an attempt to unpack this cultural idol and look at it through a Christ-centered lens.
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Episode 148: Fatherhood, Drug Addiction, and Redemption with Brian Head Welch from Korn Feb 28, 2019

Brian “Head” Welch from the band Korn joins the regulars on the podcast again! This time, to talk about his recent documentary “Loud Krazy Love”, the doors it has opened for him to share his faith even more than before, the difficulties he went through after giving his life to Jesus, and the struggles he had trying to raise his daughter while still fighting to overcome addictions in his life.
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Episode 147: RZIM Apologist Julia Garschagen Talks Old Testament Genocide, Lovingly Defending Christianity, and the Problem of Evil. Feb 21, 2019

Julia Garschagen, speaker and apologist for Ravi Zacharias International Ministries in Germany, comes on the podcast to discuss the subject of defending the Christian worldview.

They look at why apologetics matter and more importantly, how to do it in a way that leads to the Gospel and real life change.

Julia then spends time answering some of your “I wouldn’t want an atheist to ask me this” questions.
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Episode 146: Jodi Pierce on Self-Sacrifice, Abortion, and the Value of Every Life. Feb 20, 2019

In continuation with the discussion around abortion, Jodi Pierce comes on the podcast to bring a female perspective to the conversation and share her experiences as a mother and as a woman who has served in full time ministry for over 30 years.
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Episode 145: Are We All Addicted to the Internet? If So, What Can Be Done About It? Feb 14, 2019

With all the regulars finally back together, they tackle the subject of Social Media. It’s clearly a huge part of our culture today, and can have some major benefits in connecting us to people all over the world. However, what kind of negative impacts has it had on society? How is it changing the way our brains work? How is it affecting our families? Most importantly of all, how is it impacting our ability to seek God?

They look at these questions and more in this episode of the P&I podcast!
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Episode 144: One Issue Voting and Does Every Song Need to Be About Jesus? Feb 12, 2019

In this live Q&A Ben and David answered your questions! They continued the discussion on abortion that was started on the previous episode, looking at how we should or should not respond and if we can justify our vote based on one issue. They also talked about whether or not every song you write should be about Jesus and how to respond to people who are indifferent to the Gospel.
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Episode 143: How Would Jesus Respond to the Abortion Crisis? Feb 07, 2019

With the recent passing of the Reproductive Health Act in New York State, there has been a lot of debates, arguments and just straight up outrage over the issue. The regulars share how this has impacted them personally, look a little deeper into the subject of abortion and how we should respond as Christians.
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Episode 142: Talking to Mattie Montgomery About Preaching the Gospel Even When You Suck at It! Jan 31, 2019

In this episode of the Provoke & Inspire podcast, Mattie Montgomery (former lead singer and frontman of the band For Today) joins the regulars to talk about what God has been doing in his life in recent years.

They discuss what keeps people from sharing the Gospel and what authentic community looks like, and they look at old models of evangelism and how important it is that we adapt them to fit our modern context.

On the other hand, David’s Random Story involves a misadventure with shingles, prescription medication, and speaking at a mega church.
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Episode 141: You Can’t Disagree with What I Believe and If You Do You Are a Bigot! Jan 24, 2019

The guys talk about the dominant thought forms of the secular culture: Relativism, Secularism, and Tolerance.

Specifically, they focus on the modern manifestation of tolerance (which is not very tolerant at all).
They ask, "how can a follower of Jesus engage a culture that is hostile to the things of God and often bullies those with perspectives that diverge from the status quo?"
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Episode 140: Ben & Chad Discuss Finding Fulfillment in God Alone, Secular Music, and Throwing Donuts out of a Moving Van! Jan 23, 2019

This is the audio from a live Q&A episode that Ben and Chad did where they answered your questions!

They share their opinions on listening to "secular music", the importance of being content in God alone, what you should do as a christian band trying to reach a local scene and much more!
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Episode 139: Chad’s Confession & Holy Spirit Inspired Risk Taking in Every Day Life! Jan 17, 2019

Chad takes over the podcast!! While the regulars had planned out this episode with the typical segments they always have, plans changed when Chad confessed some of his recent difficulties in stepping out and sharing Jesus with others, as well as the recent successes he saw after David challenged him last week.
They then look at the importance of taking Holy Spirit-inspired risks in our everyday life, and how that can not only impact those around us, but bring our relationship with Jesus to another level.
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Episode 138: So the World Is on Fire, Why Should I Care? Jan 11, 2019

You’ve probably heard many people quote Matthew 9:37, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few.” And speak on how we need more workers to go into the harvest. But why is that? Why are we not seeing more workers? The regulars try to answer these questions and also discuss why many people start out in ministry or missions but don’t seem to last.

Of course there is a David's Random Story and this time David shares what happened when No Longer Music performed a slightly controversial song at a Christian college in Minneapolis…
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Episode 137: Are New Year’s Resolutions an Annual Excuse for Self Focus? Jan 10, 2019

The new year has arrived, and with it, people’s new year’s goals and resolutions. Is there any benefit to creating a new years resolution? Or is it just an excuse for self focus? The regulars discuss this topic and share their personal experiences in the matter. They also look at a recent NAS Daily video about morality and the idea that there is no right or wrong. How do we react as christians when people say there are no absolute truths? What kind of conversations should we be having to help expose the lies of moral relativism?
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Episode 136: We Are Only Visiting This Planet Dec 27, 2018

In this special episode of the P&I podcast, we play a message that David gave at Grace Church in Minneapolis, called “We Are Only Visiting This Planet”. David speaks on the importance of having an eternal perspective and how that should impact the way we live our lives.

Thank you so much for all the support you’ve given us in 2018, we’re excited to be creating new content in 2019 and seeing where God leads us!
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Episode 135: Having a Form of Godliness but Denying Its Power. Bogota Road Report! Dec 20, 2018

No Longer Music just finished their tour in Colombia, where they have seen people experiencing God’s power, being physically healed and receiving Jesus in their lives. Ben and David share some stories of all that God has been doing and look at the importance of healings, signs, wonders and miracles, when preaching the Gospel and leading people to Jesus.

David also shares of the interesting bond between a cat and a monkey in his Random Story.
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Episode 134: Nit-Picky Theology, Powerful Apologetics, and Keeping Oneself Unstained by the World! Dec 13, 2018

While Chad and Luke are who knows where, Ben and David answer your questions!!
They look at apologetics in the context of evangelism, how picky we should be in our theology when working with different churches, if it's right to ignore the law or even culture for the sake of the Gospel and more!
David also tells yet another Random Story... this one continuing the trend of people being afraid of him for no apparent reason...
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Episode 133: Talking Gender Identity, Sexual Brokenness, and the Secular Mindset with Nancy Pearcey! Dec 06, 2018

We had the privilege of speaking to brilliant author and apologist Nancy Pearcey about her book “Love Thy Body.” We discuss gender identity, the sexual brokenness of this generation, and the secular mindset that has led to it.

She also shares her story, why she left Christianity and what led her back to Jesus.
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Episode 132: Should We Ditch the Label “Christian”, God’s Sovereignty and Human Choices, and Are Spiritual Experiences Enough for Sustaining a Vibrant Faith? Nov 29, 2018

On this week’s episode, the guys respond to three compelling community questions. The topics include whether or not we should ditch the label “Christian”, God’s sovereignty and human choices and whether spiritual experiences are enough for sustaining a vibrant faith.
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Episode 131: Talking Politics, Homosexuality, and Old Testament Violence with Greg Boyd Nov 21, 2018

Greg Boyd comes on the podcast again to discuss some controversial topics of our culture today. He shares his views on violence in the Old Testament, homosexuality, whether Christians should be involved in politics or not and more!

If you’re worried that there is no David’s Random Story, however, fear not, for David tells of what happened when he tried to be nice to some kids at a supermarket… let’s just say it didn’t go as expected…
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Episode 130: Should Followers of Jesus Play Video Games? Are They a Waste of Time, Harmless Entertainment, Toxic and Mind Polluting, or a Genuine Form of Community? Nov 14, 2018

In this episode of the P&I podcast, the regulars look at video games and whether or not followers of Jesus should have any involvement in them. They discuss if there are any major negative or positive sides to gaming and what those might be.

Chad also gets his own segment in the podcast and David shares about the time he hitchhiked from California to Minneapolis in David’s Random Story.
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Episode 129: Why Do Christians Live like the Spiritual World Doesn’t Exist? Nov 08, 2018

While Luke is apparently waiting for someone to return his tiny suit, Ben, Chad and David discuss the spiritual reality of our world, why it seems so many people are unaware of it, and if there is such a thing as being overly spiritual.

They also look at whether or not there is something uniquely spiritual about music, and reminisce about the time David hid inside a crypt in an Egyptian Pyramid.
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Episode 128: Talking Horror Films, Borrowing Orchestras, and the Power of Art with C&L Artist Philip Shorey! Nov 06, 2018

Steiger artist Philip Shorey (Suitcase Sideshow) joins Ben on the podcast to talk about a music score he wrote to the silent horror film Nosferatu. He shares how he used the movie along with an orchestra to present the gospel to thousands of people at an art festival in Poland and then at a theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

They also discuss the power of Art and how every artist has a message, whether they know it or not.
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Episode 127: Is Halloween Harmless Fun, Commercialized Evil, or a Unique Opportunity for Impact? Nov 01, 2018

How should Christians respond to Halloween? Is it just harmless fun? Or is there something truly evil about it?

The guys get into a rowdy debate over how far is too far when it comes to fantasy and ‘horror themes’ in entertainment. They also discuss whether Halloween can be used as a unique opportunity to reach people for Jesus.

Oh! AND a regular contributor to the podcast makes an in-person appearance!!! Let’s just say he dresses like a clown and doesn’t really talk much…
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Episode 126: Awakening Spiritual Apathy, Speaking the Truth in Love, & Nigel's Love for Hot Yoga! Oct 29, 2018

Ben and David answer listeners questions during a live stream on Facebook. They look at ways to overcome spiritual apathy, when or how we should point out sin in someone's life, how to help equip churches to reach the lost, favorite bands and much more!
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Episode 125: Living in Your Mom’s Basement, Two “Ladies” in the Airport, and the Meaning of Life! Oct 25, 2018

In this episode of the P&I podcast, Ben, David and Luke listen to a clip of interviews that were done on a university campus where people were asked basic worldview questions. They then discuss the predominant beliefs of our culture, what has led to these views, and how they should affect our approach to evangelism
David also explains why Chad couldn't be on this episode... apparently it has to do with conspiracy theories, and goes on to tell of what happened when he was going through security at the Amsterdam airport.
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Episode 124: Talking Loneliness, Letter Writing, and Simple Acts of Kindness with Hannah Brencher! Oct 18, 2018

While all the other regulars are in trains, planes, and automobiles, writer, TED speaker, and online educator Hannah Brencher joins Ben on the podcast. They talk about the increase of loneliness in our culture and discuss some of the ways Hannah has been impacting people all over the world through the organization she founded in 2011 "The World Needs More Love Letters".
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Episode 123: Irreverent Yetis, Repressive Religion, and Talking Cheek to Cheek. Oct 16, 2018

The guys discuss a cartoon currently in theaters called "Smallfoot" and it's underlying theme of not accepting traditions, religions and questioning everything. They look at the implications of such a message, discuss the importance of questioning traditions and speak of the real need for genuine faith in our culture. David also tells the tale of Paul Yanki, in his Random Story.
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Episode 122: Are Churches Promoting a Weak, Costless Christianity? Did David Almost Get a Job? Oct 11, 2018

In this episode of the Provoke&Inspire podcast Ben, David and Luke answer questions that were sent in by our listeners and discuss how the pervasive message in our worship songs, sermons, books, etc., seems to be Christian therapy or wish fulfillment. If this is true, what has led us to this place? What is the danger of this theology? What is the right balance? David also shares about the time he moved to California to play tennis and lay on the beach…
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Episode 121: Do Politics Solve Anything, Choosing the Lesser of Two Evils, and Rodent Shenanigans! Oct 04, 2018

How do Christians fit into the two-party system? Should followers of Jesus be involved in politics? Is it valid for a Christian to use the “lesser of two evils” logic when making a political choice? The regulars tackle these tough questions and more on this episode of the Provoke and Inspire podcast!
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Episode 120: How Should a Christian React to the Ford - Kavanaugh Allegations? Oct 02, 2018

David and Ben discuss the allegations brought against supreme court nominee Brett Kavanaugh by Dr. Christine Ford. They unpack how a follower of Jesus should respond to this highly divisive and deeply personal situation.
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Episode 119: Herding Cats, David the Laser Praiser, and Useful Christian Doubt and Deconstruction! Sep 27, 2018

LUKE IS BACK! And with all the regulars together, they tackle several topics, including how to show Jesus through your art, life, job, etc, the current trend of christian deconstructionism and whether or not it is or can be a something positive. David also talks about the time he was invited to speak at a church conference in Florida and how he was received after his preaching… let’s just say it wasn’t the most positive response…
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Episode 118: Holiday Day Inn Hot Tubs, Drug Store Encounters, and Having Godly Ambition! Sep 20, 2018

In this follow up episode to the Casey Neistat discussion we had in Episode 116, the guys discuss the good and bad sides to ambition and what godly ambition really looks like. David also explains in greater detail why Luke has been gone for so long (*spoiler alert* it has to do with Chad’s new fragrance “10,000 Smells”), and what recently happened to him when he walked into a drug store in Florida.
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Episode 117: We Talk to Derek Webb (Caedmon’s Call) About His Edgy Album, Christian Mints, & Bad Art Sep 18, 2018

Derek Webb, best known for his time with the band Caedmon's Call, joins the regulars to discuss his latest album "Fingers Crossed", dealing with criticism, why christian art is many times not confrontational and many other topics... Nigel also sends in a question... and yup, you guessed it, it has to do with Aliens.
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Episode 116: Casey Neistat Ponders the Meaning of Life and David Is Rescued from a Bug Infestation! Sep 14, 2018

In this episode, Chad, David, and Ben discuss break down famous YouTuber Casey Neistat’s metaphysical musings. What is the meaning of life? Is ambition bad? What does it mean to be happy? They guys contrast what Casey says with how Jesus might respond. David also talks about the time he was rescued from a bug!
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Episode 115: Talking Sacred Words and "Honk If You Love Jesus" Stickers with Jonathan Merritt! Sep 12, 2018

Episode 115: Talking Sacred Words and "Honk If You Love Jesus" Stickers with Jonathan Merritt! In this Episode, David and Ben have a very compelling conversation with award-winning religion and culture writer, Jonathan Merritt who has published thousands of articles in outlets such as USA Today, Buzzfeed, The Washington Post, and the New York Times They discuss his new book “Learning to Speak God from Scratch: Why Sacred Words Are Vanishing--and How We Can Revive Them.”
In the book, he writes: “In order to speak God from scratch we begin with what we have accepted, then we break it down, challenging our preconceptions, finally we build it up again in a way that is More helpful, richer, and more beautiful.”
The guys discuss the benefits and dangers of re-imaging sacred words. They ask: how can we speak God in a way that’s relevant to secular culture while still staying grounded in biblical truth?
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Episode 114: How Would Jesus React to Colin Kaepernick's Nike Ad? Sep 07, 2018

In this episode, the guys discuss the highly controversial Nike Ad that features Colin Kaepernick. The former NFL quarterback and has become a highly polarizing figure for his decision to protest during the American Anthem before a game in 2016. His actions and the resulting movement has sparked widespread debate and controversy.
The guys try to shed light on how Jesus might view this situation and how as his followers we should react. Check it out!
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Episode 113: Talking Alien Abductions and Preaching the Gospel with Tedashii! Sep 05, 2018

We had the privilege of talking to American hip-hop artist Tedashii. He is a member of the 116 Collective (Based on Romans 1:16) which includes Lecrae, Andy Mineo, and Trip Lee. We discuss the importance of sharing the Gospel through music and challenge the commonly held idea that silence will lead to more significant opportunities to share Jesus in the future. Nigel asks a poignant question about Aliens and their potential to influence his musical direction.
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Episode 112: The Age of Selfies, Self Promotion, and Chad’s New Fragrance! Aug 29, 2018

In this episode, David raises the valid question: “what happened to humility being a cool thing?” The guys discuss the vanity of our age, the challenges of using social media positively, and how critical humility is as a follower of Jesus. Oh, and there are three cringe-worthy random stories you won't want to miss!
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Episode 111: You're Not as Safe as You Think You Are! Aug 22, 2018

This is part one of a four-part series the guys recorded in person back in April 2018. The series is based on Hebrews 10:23-25 and focuses on how as followers of Jesus we can make a difference in secular culture. In part four, the guys talk the importance of understanding where our hope comes from.
They share personal examples of how their personal intimacy with Jesus has sustained through the years of reaching the secular world, and warn of the dangers of trying to do anything apart from it.
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Episode 110: You Can't Change the World Once You're Dead! Aug 15, 2018

This is part one of a four-part series the guys recorded in person back in April 2018. The series is based on Hebrews 10:23-25 and focuses on how as followers of Jesus we can make a difference in secular culture. Part three is all about urgency! How often do we believe the lie that we have endless time? The guys talk about making the most of every opportunity we have to share the truth.
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Episode 109: Good and Hard Always Go Together! Road Report! Aug 07, 2018

In another "road report" podcast, David and Ben talk about the amazing things God is doing during the No Longer Music tour of Ukraine. Ben brings up the Piece family motto: "Good and hard go together" and they discuss how critical it is to push through difficulties if you want to experience the dynamic calling God has for you.
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Episode 108: Dealing with the Trolls, Real Spiritual Warfare, and Luke's "Creative" Process! Jul 31, 2018

Luke, David, and Ben respond to another set of listener questions in person at Steiger's International Center! Among other things, they discuss how to handle discouragement, the true nature of spiritual warfare, how to preach effectively to people from other religions. Oh, and David is compared to a young goon without a job.
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Episode 107: The Struggle Is Real! Jul 24, 2018

This is part two of a four-part series the guys recorded in person back in April 2018. The series is based on Hebrews 10:23-25 and focuses on how as followers of Jesus we can make a difference in secular culture. The guys talk about the "battle" mindset necessary to be fruitful as a follower of Jesus. They look at the difference between soldiers and civilians and how being prepared for a fight changes our entire mindset.
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Episode 106: David’s Run-In with the Cops, Useless Debates, and How to Make Media That Doesn’t Suck! Jul 22, 2018

Ben and David record this latest podcast cheek-to-cheek in a small room in Budapest. They respond to listener questions and cover a wide variety of compelling topics that include energizing your local church to become more radical, avoiding words that are too loaded for culture today, and creating compelling content that stands out!
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Episode 105: Being Alone Is Lame. Stick Together! Jul 18, 2018

This is part one of a four-part series the guys recorded in person back in April 2018. The series is based on Hebrews 10:23-25 and focuses on how as followers of Jesus we can make a difference in secular culture. Part one is all about unity! The guys talk about the importance of sticking together and what genuine community really looks like...and David talks about being mistaken for a hobo and how this is inspiring people to step out in their faith.
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New Series Preview: Hold Fast! Fight Hard! Stick Together! Jul 17, 2018

Ben previews the brand new four-part series "Hold Fast. Fight Hard. Stick Together!" that starts tomorrow (Wednesday, July 18th) The series is inspired by Hebrews 10:24-25 and focuses on four key principles to living a life that produces great fruit! In the series, all four regulars discuss unity, community, the need to fight, and the basis of our hope! You won't want to miss it!
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Episode 104: David Is Hit with the Ladies, Non-Toxic Patriotism, and Discipleship That Doesn't Suck! Jul 12, 2018

In this "instant reaction" edition of the Provoke & Inspire podcast, all four regulars cover a variety of topics. They discuss David's new found popularity with the ladies, especially those in the "Tom Jones" demographic. They unpack the importance of discipleship and discuss how to disciple new believers. Finally, in light of the 4th of July and the World Cup, they talk about patriotism. How should a follower of Jesus celebrate their country in a biblical way? What is the dark sides of patriotism as well as its value in society.
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Episode 103: Scott McNamara: From Boy Band Fame to Preaching the Gospel to Gangsters in a Bar! Jul 09, 2018

From boyband success and near-stardom, through cocaine and alcohol addictions, to near-death experiences and Bible smuggling in the east, Scott McNamara, now a full-time street evangelist, joins the regulars on the podcast. He shares a bit of his story, what he’s learned through his experiences and what God has been doing through his life and ministry.
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Episode 102: Starting Riots and Getting Beat up in Airports! Jul 04, 2018

In this rare in-person podcast the guy's talk about David's favorite topic: riots! They discuss what it means to cause a Godly riot and what the absence of them says about your faith. David also shares about a riot gone awry and his failed attempts to be nice.
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Episode 101: Avoiding the Christian Bubble and Making Sense of the Mental Health Crisis. Jun 27, 2018

The 101st Provoke & Inspire Podcast features a few critical conversations. The guys discuss how so many Christian artists get stuck only playing for Christians and how to avoid this.
They wrestle with how to respond to the tragic rise in high profile suicides and the mental illness epidemic in our world. Are we purely the victims of our chemicals or is our mental wellness a product of our choices? Listen in as the guys talk about this crucial issue in culture today.
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Bonus Episode: Centennial Celebratory Episode! Jun 21, 2018

We did it!! We made it to 100 episodes! We are humbled and grateful for all of you have supported this podcast. Celebrate with us by listening to some of our favorite random story moments!
What's your favorite random story? Let us know! We invite you to join us for the next 100 episodes and to share this with anyone who would be provoked and inspired by our conversations & shenanigans! Sincerely, Ben, David, Chad, Luke.
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Episode 100: Chris Pratt’s Speech, Breaking the Law to Preach, and the Zero-Tolerance Policy. Jun 21, 2018

This episode features all four regulars breaking down several important topics. They talk about actor Chris Pratt’s courageous speech at the MTV awards and what we can learn from his approach to sharing the Gospel.
Next, they discuss when it is appropriate for followers of Jesus to break the law for the sake of Gospel and specifically cite Steiger’s recent evangelism in Russia during the World Cup. The ask how do we balance being “good citizens” and maintaining our ultimate allegiance to Jesus?
Finally, the dig into the Trump administrations enactment of the “zero tolerance policy” and the devastating consequences on asylum seekers and their families. They discuss Attorney General Jeff Session’s use of Romans 13 in defense of the policy and how as followers of Jesus we should respond to this heartbreaking situation Find out what the guys think about these intense topics!
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Episode 99: Do you play it too safe? Take more RISKS! Jun 14, 2018

In this rare in-person podcast David, Chad, and Ben talk about the importance of risk-taking as followers of Jesus. They share personal stories of God showing up when they were willing to step out.Do most Christians play it too safe? What happens when your willing to take Holy Spirit inspired risks? Find out their answers to these questions and more! David also shares Nigel's latest review of the podcast!
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Episode 98: When the church doesn’t get you, keeping 1st things 1st, and David gets called a lady. Jun 07, 2018

Miraculously, this episode features all four regulars! Despite being scattered around the globe they come together to discuss the critical subject of identity. Too often we allow what we do to define who we are. The guys discuss how some personal examples of how they've gotten off track and what they have learned about keeping their identities in Christ alone. oh and David gets mistaken for a lady (again).
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Episode 97: Road Report! Why does God let us fail? May 31, 2018

In another "road report" podcast David and Ben once again check in from the No Longer Music tour of Albania. They talk about the first show they had to cancel in 8 years and why God sometimes allows us to fail. David also talks about surviving uncle Bob in a sketchy crack house.
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Episode 96: Road Report! Sharing the Gospel on Albanian national TV! May 25, 2018

In this unique “road report” podcast the guys talk about what God is doing on the No Longer Music tour of Albania. Ben talks about his interview on the largest secular tv station in the country and why we should use every opportunity we are given to boldly share the Gospel. They discuss how to communicate in a clear but relevant way when given the chance to share Jesus in secular places.
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Episode 95: Is a Christian "Calling" Even a Thing? May 16, 2018

In this episode David, Ben, and Luke discuss the idea of a “calling.” What does it mean to be called by God? Are there dangers in misunderstanding this loaded Christian phrase, and how do we discern what we are actually called to do? Also, David gives tips on how to avoid the sewage rats in Dehli if you find yourself in an Indian prison.
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Episode 94: The Loneliness Epidemic That’s Killing Us Faster Than Cigarettes. May 10, 2018

In this episode, the guys discuss having the right motivation in reaching people, the loneliness epidemic in our world, and the origin of David's new found energy.
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Episode 93: Is healing possible? Talking about Sexual brokenness with Sy Rogers May 03, 2018

In this episode, the guys interview Sy Rogers, international speaker and expert on sexual brokenness and healing. They look at the causes of sexual issues, how as Christians we should view them, and most importantly how God sees us in the midst of the pain and devastation that result from them. You will not want to miss this incredible conversation!
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Episode 92: Talking to John Couch, a friend of Steve Jobs and one of the first employees of Apple. Apr 26, 2018

In this episode, the guys talk to John Couch, the 54th employee of Apple personally recruited by Steve Jobs. He discusses the emptiness of significant success and his spiritual awakening. The conversation covers everything from technology, working with Aaron Gilespie, and when robots will take over the world.
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Episode 91: Talking Japan & Handling the Haters with Brian Head Welch! Apr 24, 2018

In this episode, we catch up with Brian Head Welch from the band Korn to discuss what he’s been doing in Japan, his thoughts on the suicides that have shocked the rock world, and how to handle the haters.
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Episode 90: What Happens When Following Jesus is No Longer Cool? Apr 19, 2018

In this episode, the guys talk about the decline of Christianity in the West. They wrestle with the question why are people leaving the church? What does it mean to be “hot” and “cold?” Is there a greater social cost to following God now compared to just a few years ago?
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Episode 89: Speaking the truth in love. Reflections on our latest podcasts. Apr 12, 2018

In this episode, the guys react to the reactions to their podcast on Spencer Chamberlain from Underoath. They talk through their decision to speak on this particular topic, how they could have done it differently, and why it's important to stand up for what you believe is true.
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Episode 88: Snoop Dogg Answers the Haters and We Discuss Irreverent Easter Memes Apr 05, 2018

In this episode, Chad, David, and Ben discuss Snoop Dogg's recent response to those who have been critical of his decision to record and release the Gospel Album "Bible of Love." They talk about whether the criticism is fair and whether a person with a unique platform is held to a higher standard when representing the Christian faith.
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Episode 87: Did Christianity Ruin Underoath's Spencer Chamberlain? Mar 29, 2018

In a recent interview, Spencer Chamberlin of Underoath claims that Christianity ruined his life. Chad shares his unique insight from having discovered and signed the band and the guys discuss the growing trend of people abandoning their faith due to the behavior of others and whether this reaction is fair. The guys also look at some practical ways to share the Gospel if you are not an artist and David shares Nigel Clown’s performance review of our last episode…
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Episode 86: Does Bashing Other Believers Accomplish Anything? Tell People About Jesus but Then What? Mar 22, 2018

While Chad is on a speaking tour with Nigel the Silent Clown, the rest of the guys look at the importance of follow up when preaching the Gospel and give some practical examples of how to make sure people are getting discipled after responding to Jesus. They also discuss deconstructionism and whether or not it has any place in the Church.
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Episode 85: Is It Time to Ditch the Term “Evangelical”? Mar 15, 2018

The guys discuss the label “evangelical” and what has led to its terrible reputation in secular culture. They unpack some of the things we tend to add to Jesus that needlessly hurt our witness. Also, they talk about the challenge of being a Christian in a secular band and the implications that it can have on your ability to pursue God’s call on your life and art. Oh…and David shares the dangers of using coffins to impress your potential parents-in-law.
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Episode 84: The Dreaded Altar Call and Stories of Billy Graham from His Right Hand Man Mar 08, 2018

The guys discuss the dreaded altar call and ask whether it matters if people are given a chance to respond to the Gospel publicly? The 2nd half of the podcast features Blair Carlson who worked closely with Billy Graham for 26 years. They get some unique insight into Billy Graham’s spiritual life and learn some things you probably didn’t know about him!
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Episode 83: Is Busyness a Disease in Our Culture? Does the Gospel Need to Be in Christian Lyrics? Mar 01, 2018

Is busyness a disease in our culture? Do Christian artists need to talk about Jesus in their lyrics? While Chad is apparently, trekking through the hills of Nepal handing out copies of his new book “One Thousand Risks”, the rest of the guys have a spirited discussion around these questions... and it gets pretty intense.
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Episode 82: Christian Rants on Guns, Fergie’s National Anthem and Billy Graham’s Legacy Feb 22, 2018

Does having no talent hurt your witness as a Christian artist? Should Christians be going on Facebook rants about gun control? Is the world going to end? These questions and more (ok, maybe not that last one) will be answered in this funny, challenging and inspiring episode of the P&I podcast!
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Episode 81: Can Moral Failure Disqualify Us From Ministry? Is it Possible to Lose God’s Anointing? Feb 15, 2018

Can sin disqualify us from ministry? How do we deal with people in leadership when they have a big moral failure? With all four regulars back, they dive into this intense subject and tackle these difficult questions. They also get really specific and share exactly the kind of words you should use when presenting the Gospel outside of the church. Oh and...David shares some beauty tips that will change your life!
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Episode 80: Should Sports Be Able to Make a Grown Man Weep? Feb 08, 2018

What is it about men in tights throwing a ball that can cause people to weep, climb poles, or burn down a city? Is devotion to sports an unchallenged idol in Christian culture? While David, Chad and Ben discuss these questions Luke is apparently still being dragged around Poland by a pony.
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Episode 79: Should Snoop Dogg Be Headlining at a Private Christian School? Feb 01, 2018

The Instant reaction podcast is back!! After being away on tour for a couple of weeks, most of the regulars (except Luke) are back and rowdy as usual. Wasting no time, the guys dive right back into controversial waters and discuss whether a small Christian University located in St Paul, Minnesota should be hosting Snoop Dogg as part of Super Bowl celebrations. Can this be justified as a business decision or a way to influence the “scene?” Not surprisingly, the guys have an opinion, and it’s not as straightforward as you might expect.
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Episode 78: Don’t Tell Me What To Do! Jan 24, 2018

Does the idea of submitting to leadership scare you? Do we really need leaders over our lives? This fear of submission is very common, especially in today’s culture that worships independence and being a strong individual. While these ideals are not inherently wrong they can sometimes keep us from truly being released in our calling. The guys look at this struggle and share their opinions on the matter in this final episode of the series “Millennials in Missions”
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Episode 77: I Don’t Dig Wells! Jan 17, 2018

When you think of the title missionary, do you think of khaki shorts and digging wells? Or construction projects, boring presentations during church services, and never-ending requests for funds? This false perception of what it means to be a missionary will so often keep people, specifically millennials, from ever going into the mission field. The regulars (including Chad, who finally arrived in Germany) look deeper at this barrier, share their experience (including a hilarious rant from David) and give some practical tips for those feeling called to missions.
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Episode 76: I Don’t Do Paperwork! Jan 10, 2018

In continuing with our series, the guys look at another obstacle that Millennials can face when wanting to go into missions, “The Myth of Instant Specialization.” The world tells us to only contribute in a way that perfectly aligns with our skills, dreams, or passions. This mentality is a major roadblock to radically serving God. The regulars discuss the importance of having a servant heart and a willingness to “pay your dues” and how this ultimately leads to real contentment and joy.
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Episode 75: You Can Rent Me, But I'm Not For Sale. Jan 03, 2018

In this series, you’ll get to travel to the past, when the regulars were all together at the Steiger International Center back in October 2017. They discuss some of the unique roadblocks that Millennials face in trying to live a life of radical obedience, and how they seem to experience a particular difficulty in entering the mission field. In this first episode they talk about the fear of commitment, and how many times Millennials want to go from experience to experience without actually fully giving themselves to anything.
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Episode 74: Brian "Head" Welch, Preaching the Gospel at Korn Shows, and Emergency Bathroom Stops Dec 27, 2017

Brian "Head" Welch joins the guys on the podcast once again. They discuss all that God has been doing through Brian after the Korn shows, how Steiger has been able to partner with him in ministry, and the time he pranked Luke right before a seminar in Poland. Unfortunately, there is no random story from David, but this episode is full of laughter, good times, and inspiring stories of God's power!
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Episode 73: David’s Workout Routine, an Audience of One and Is Social Media Ruining Us? Dec 20, 2017

Is social media ripping apart society? According to former Facebook exec Chamath Palihapitiya, it is. The guys look deeper at the subject of social media and the negative and positive affects it's having on our culture. While all of that might sound like a serious discussion, there is plenty of rants and banter that you will not want to miss, including another random story by David that involves him getting confused for a woman… again.
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Episode 72: Suicide, Logic the Rapper and Using Art to Bring Real Hope Dec 13, 2017

Luke, David, and Ben discuss an interview with the hip-hop artist, Logic, who expresses his surprise that his suicide presentation song “1-800-273-8255” has made a difference in people’s lives.
They dig into the causes of said surprise, the shortcomings of his solutions, and how Christian artists, of all people, should have a clear message, given that they have the truth. Plus they give a shout out to Canada.
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Episode 71: Chucking Puppies, the End of U2, and Why Do We Tolerate Immoral Public Figures? Dec 06, 2017

All the regulars are finally back together again! With Luke bringing his diplomatic sensitive side to the conversation and Chad talking for days, what else do you need?
In this episode, they discuss the demise of U2, the effect that fatherlessness is having on our world and how apparently white christians don’t get care about morality. Think that sounds crazy? Well that’s not all, in David’s random story he tells of the time his band was labeled as a Satanic group in the newspapers.
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Denzel Washington on fatherlessness: http://bit.ly/2AYNFqe
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Study on white evangelicals tolerating immorality: http://n.pr/2zwXXNy
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Episode 70: Christian Boozing, AC DC, and the Death Grip. Nov 29, 2017

While Luke is hanging out in Russia, Ben, David and Chad try something new... they bring in the buzzer! For each topic discussed, they have 8 minutes to answer before the buzzer goes off and it’s time to move on. They talk about some difficult subjects, including the excessive consumerism in the USA, whether or not Christians should be casual about alcohol consumption, and the continued downfall of celebrities that are being accused of sexual harassment. Why is AC/DC in the title you may ask? Well, listen to David’s Random story and you’ll find out!
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Barna study on alcohol consumption: http://bit.ly/2Ak7aa0
Article on consumerism: http://ti.me/2AjCxlg
The role of movies and media in the widespread sexual abuse in our culture: http://bit.ly/2AmYcLN
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Episode 69: Does the World Need Another Billy Graham? Nov 22, 2017

The regulars are finally all back together! With Billy Graham recently turning 99 years old, they celebrate and discuss the amazing ways God has used him in his ministry and bring up the question of whether or not his model for preaching the Gospel is still effective today. David shares not one but TWO random stories and Ben gives an official salute to our listeners in Chile.
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Episode 67: Do Aliens Exist? Is Yoga Evil? Discussing New Age with Steven Bancarz Nov 16, 2017

Is Yoga evil? Do aliens exist? Steven Bancarz, once one of the biggest New Age bloggers in the world, discusses New Age beliefs, his story and how he encountered Jesus.
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Episode 68: White Privilege, is David a Hobo, and Carl Lentz… Again. Nov 15, 2017

Do we all start with the same advantages in life? A recent video has been circling around on social media causing many arguments around the topic of privilege. The regulars, minus Chad who is apparently speaking at some university, tackle this controversial subject and share their thoughts on the matter. David tells of the time he was mistaken for a homeless man, and they once again talk about Carl Lentz and a recent interview he had on The Ringer NBA Show with Bill Simmons.
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Episode 66: Hillsong’s Carl Lentz Gets Grilled and a Terrible Discussion About Netflix Nov 02, 2017

Chad’s busy recording his audio book so what do we do? We record a podcast without him. In this episode, Ben, David and Luke look at a recent interview The View did with Carl Lentz (pastor of Hillsong NYC) where he was asked what his stance is on abortion and homosexuality. They discuss his answer, and the importance of pointing to Jesus and God’s love without compromising the truth of the Gospel. There are rants, disagreements, and of course David’s Random Story!
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Episode 65: Harvey Weinstein, Digital Church and Chucking Cans at Possums Oct 27, 2017

With the sexual abuse allegations surrounding Harvey Weinstein, the regulars tackle this sensitive subject, and discuss whether or not the messaging in our movies and music may be a contributing factor worth considering. They talk about how some churches are choosing to go fully digital, with online streaming, and if that can truly be considered "church", as well as the time that David hit a possum in the head with a can of beans.
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Episode 64: Why Holiness is a Conversation Worth Having Oct 21, 2017

After an intense discussion with Craig Gross over how you can reach the scene without being influenced by it, the regulars sat down to explain more of their views. Is striving to be holy important? Or is it just being religious? Should we really have standards in our lives? These questions and more are covered in this episode of Provoke&Inspire. But don't worry, it's not all seriousness, there is of course David's Random Story!
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Episode 63: Porn Shows and Fifty Shades Darker with Craig Gross Oct 18, 2017

Craig Gross is our guest on the podcast, discussing how XXX Church had its start and what God has been doing through his ministry. The conversation heats up, however, when the regulars bring up one of Craig’s recent Facebook posts, and raise the question of how deeply we can immerse ourselves in a scene without being corrupted by it.
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Episode 62: Robot Love, Ethical Polyamory, and Cheeto Dust. Oct 13, 2017

Robot Love? Yes, it's a thing, just like "Christian Polyamory". Join the guys as they discuss the need we all have for acceptance, love and community and how we so often try to fulfill those desires with the wrong things. Of course, there's your typical banter, including some rodent stories from David. (animal lovers, be warned).
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Episode 61: Shane Claiborne on Melting Guns and Living a Radical Gospel Life. Oct 11, 2017

Join the Provoke & Inspire regulars for a weird, wild, fantastic interview with Christian activist & best-selling author, Shane Claiborne. We cover topics as broad as melting guns into tools, mewithoutYou, living to serve others, and representing Jesus to the poor and marginalized. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!
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Episode 60: The Las Vegas Shooting, Hugh Hefner’s Legacy, and the End of Multi-Site Churches. Oct 04, 2017

With the tragic shooting in Las Vegas, the guys share their thoughts on guns and gun violence in the U.S.A. They also discuss the impact that PlayBoy founder Hugh Hefner has had on our culture and Matt Chandler’s decision to only pastor one church with one location. Is there a random story by David you may ask? Well yes, indeed there is.

Episode 59: Speed Metal Drumming & Getting Our Minds Blown by Greg Boyd Oct 03, 2017

The guys sat down with Greg Boyd and discussed, speed metal drumming, the growing irrelevance of the church, and how not to burn out.

Episode 58: Trump Twitter Wars, the Nashville Statement, and Did Rob Bell Lead Aaron Rodgers Astray? Sep 27, 2017

This time on the P&I podcast, the regulars discuss Trump's recent "twitter wars" with professional athletes, the Nashville Statement, how Rob Bell has influenced Aaron Rogers' beliefs and more!

Episode 57: Hurricane Irma, Chris Pratt joins Hillsong, and the tragic passing of Nabeel Qureshi Sep 20, 2017

In this “Instant Reaction Podcast,” our regulars, minus Luke who is traveling, discuss some current events, including Hillsong’s growing list of celebrity attendees, the recent hurricanes, and the tragic death of author and apologist Nabeel Qureshi.

Episode 56: Illegal Street Preaching in Turkey. Road Report #3 Aug 30, 2017

In this third and final Provoke and Inspire Road Report, the guys talk about the final phase of the No Longer Music tour in Turkey. Do you need permission to perform a show in Turkey? How will an overwhelmingly Muslim population respond to a clear Gospel message?Can a moth be considered a friend? Find out in this summers last road report!

Episode 55: Thousands Hear About Jesus in Ukraine. Road Report #2 Aug 06, 2017

In this second road report, Ben and David bring on Mike Ritter, keyboardist of No Longer Music, to share what he has seen God do on their current tour. You will hear some stories from the road and of course a random story from David.

Episode 54: Bonus Road Report #1 Jul 02, 2017

David and Ben talk about what God has done though the first few shows of the No Longer Music tour and David shares a bonus Random Story.

Episode 53: More Rules for the Road, Your Questions Answered. Jun 21, 2017

In this final episode of the road rules series, the regulars answer your questions and as usual David brings you a random story.

Episode 52: Road Rules! Are Your Toes Too Long? Jun 14, 2017

Everyone in a band hates each other… at least, that’s the stereotype we often hear. How can we deal with conflict in a band or even just in a group setting? How important is unity? The regulars will answer all your questions!! Well... maybe not, but they will talk about this issue and what they’ve learned through many years of experience in ministry. And this time on David’s Random Story, you’ll get to hear about the time that a punk put a rat on the shoulder of a pastor who was trying to impress the founder of YWAM.

Episode 51: Road Rules! Anarchy is for Losers. Jun 08, 2017

Is leadership really necessary? Won’t a leader hold you back? In this 4th episode of Road Rules, the regulars discuss the importance of good leadership and knowing your giftings in a team setting. And, of course, there’s also another random story brought to you by David.

Episode 50: “I Had Tasted and Seen That it Was Not Good” Interview with Matty Mullins May 31, 2017

Matty Mullins (Memphis May Fire) joins the podcast and shares about overcoming anxiety and being bold for Jesus.

Episode 49: Road Rules! Don't Do Crack! May 24, 2017

At what point does striving to live a holy life just become legalistic, or a set of rules we try to follow? The podcast regulars tackle the topic of holiness in this new episode of the Road Rules series, and David shares a secret to eating at a restaurant without paying.

Episode 48: Road Rules! Rock Hard. Pray Harder. May 17, 2017

Is prayer really that important in a band? Shouldn’t musicians focus more on practicing? While Luke is stuck in traffic in the Swiss alps, Ben, Chad, and David talk about having the perspective that prayer changes everything, and David shares the first of many random stories.

Episode 47: Road Rules! Have a Plan or Live In Your Mom’s Basement May 10, 2017

Does a band need a clear vision to succeed? What is a covenant and how is it relevant to a Christian artist? In this first episode of the new series “Road Rules," the P&I regulars discuss these other related topics and Luke admits he supports girl bands.

Episode 46: Stop Being So Judgemental! May 03, 2017

Is it always wrong to judge? In this episode of the P&I! podcast, we talk about the challenge of making Godly judgements while living in a culture that is hostile to absolute truth.

Episode 45: Authentic or Compromised? Bad Christian vs. Come&Live Podcast Follow up Apr 26, 2017

The Provoke & Inspire regulars debrief and break down their recent conversation with Bad Christian Podcast and discuss in further depth the ideas they debated.

Episode 44: "I Can't be Silent, I Will Not be Silent" Interview With Mark Mohr From Christafari Apr 19, 2017

Mark Mohr from the band Christafari joined us on the podcast! Mark shares his story, as well as some valuable lessons he has learned from over 25 years of using music to reach the lost.

Episode 43: Why Am I Silent? I Gave Up Apr 12, 2017

Whether it’s caused by the loss of our passion and focus over time; running on principle rather than intimacy with God; or simply not realizing the spiritual battle we are in, we can find ourselves giving up on our calling. In this final episode of “Why Am I Silent?”, we talk about why we often decide to give up, and how we can find the strength to persevere.

Episode 42: Why Am I Silent? I Don't Have the Courage Apr 05, 2017

In this episode of “Why Am I Silent?”, we talk about fear, and how we can allow it to paralyze us, robbing us of our courage to proclaim the Gospel.

Episode 41: "It's About Intimacy With God" Interview With Brian "Head' Welch! Mar 29, 2017

In this podcast special, we sit down and talk with Brian "Head" Welch from the band Korn. He speaks about what it was like to go back to Korn, how God has been using him after the shows and more!

Episode 40: Why Am I Silent? I Don’t Want to Look Uncool Mar 22, 2017

In a society where image is highly regarded, looking uncool can be a huge deterrent to preaching the Gospel. Our pride can cause us to remain silent if we don’t fully surrender it to Jesus. Check out this new episode of “Why Am I Silent?”, where we discuss this issue.

Episode 39: Why Am I Silent? I Want To Be Successful Mar 15, 2017

Do we value success over what God is calling us to do? This time on “Why Am I Silent?”, we take a look at how we can be unwilling to present the Gospel’s message clearly through our art, due to the inherent risk of forfeiting fame or commercial success.

Episode 38: Why Am I Silent? Not Everyone Agrees Mar 08, 2017

Sometimes as artists/musicians, we may remain silent because not all the members of our group/band agree that we should share the Gospel through our art. What should you do if there’s division on this issue? We discuss this and more in this new episode of “Why Am I Silent?”.

Episode 37: Why Am I Silent? I Don't See the Need to Preach Mar 04, 2017

Do I really need to preach the Gospel? Isn’t relational evangelism enough? In this episode of “Why Am I Silent?”, we talk about the mindset that preaching is unnecessary and that proclamation evangelism is outdated and ineffective in our culture.

Episode 36: Why Am I Silent? I Prefer Other Messages Feb 22, 2017

We can often be drawn to “safer” messages like social justice or positivity, but they’re not the true Gospel. In this episode of “Why Am I Silent?”, we discuss this struggle and how the Gospel, while seemingly foolish, is really the most important and powerful message we can share.

Episode 35: Why Am I Silent? I Don't Truly Believe the Message. Feb 15, 2017

In this episode of the series “Why Am I Silent?”, we discuss how we often hold back from sharing the Gospel because, deep down, we don’t really believe its core truth.

Episode 34: Interview with Hip-Hop and Spoken Word Artist Propaganda! Feb 07, 2017

In this podcast, we interview hip-hop and spoken word artist Propaganda, who shares about his ministry, the particular challenges he faces and how God has been using him.

Episode 33: Is Worship Heading For A Crash? Jan 26, 2017

In this episode we talk about the "worship industry", the perceived pit falls, and whether worship has lost it's true focus.

Episode 32: Preaching The Gospel Through Rock N' Roll in The Middle East Jan 19, 2017

In this episode, we interview David Wilson, who's been using art and music to proclaim the Gospel in the Middle East for over 30 years.

Episode 31: Reaching the Middle East With Social Media Jan 12, 2017

We interviewed Steiger Missionary, Lukas Ruegger, uses creative means and social media to reach people in Lebanon and other parts of the Middleast.

Episode 30: Provoke And Inspire Minneapolis (Ben Pierce) Jan 05, 2017

The following audio is from our live Provoke & Inspire event in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Episode 29: Swearing in Worship? Dec 22, 2016

We discuss the highly controversial King Kaleidoscope song "A Prayer" and whether swearing makes Christian art authentic or compromised.

Episode 28: Provoke And Inspire Minneapolis (David Pierce) Dec 08, 2016

In this unique Provoke & Inspire! podcast, we’ll be playing David Pierce’s talk at our recent, live P&I! event in Minneapolis.

Episode 27: God Is Moving In The Russian Speaking World! Nov 24, 2016

In this podcast we interviewed C&L! band NUTEKI as well as a key tour planner in the Russian-speaking world.

Episode 26: Community Questions Nov 10, 2016

In this podcast, the podcast regulars answer questions from the community including the ever popular debate: "Does Christian art need a message?"

Episode 25: Running The Race To Last Oct 21, 2016

The podcast regulars discuss the recent resignation of Pete Wilson from Crosspoint Church. They look at the contributing factors to why people in ministry don't last and how this can be avoided, if at all.

Episode 24: Brian "Head" Welch is Joining C&L! Oct 11, 2016

We are very excited to have Brian "Head" Welch officially joining C&L! To celebrate his addition to our family we are replaying the interview we did with him.

Episode 23: "Jesus Knew The Scene, Jesus Knows The Scene" Part 2 Sep 29, 2016

"Jesus knew the scene, Jesus knows the scene!" In part two of a two-part podcast special, the Provoke & Inspire regulars finish discussing the importance of knowing the audience you're trying to reach.

Episode 22: "Jesus Knew The Scene, Jesus Knows The Scene" Part 1 Sep 15, 2016

In part one of a two part podcast special, the Provoke & Inspire regulars discuss the importance of knowing the audience you're trying to reach.

Episode 21: Hard and good always go together! Sep 01, 2016

The Provoke & Inspire! regulars discuss how the biggest breakthroughs typically come during the greatest trials, and how as artists we should reject the culture of our day that says if it's hard, it must be bad.

Episode 20: Jesus Is Not Your Homeboy Aug 18, 2016

"How we think of God and our perception of who God is, will have an incredible impact on every aspect of our spiritual life."David and Ben Pierce discuss the implications and dangers of adopting a causal perspective of who Jesus is.

Episode 19: "For most of us we only get to use art for a very short season" Jul 21, 2016

This week's podcast features a live recording from last Fall's Provoke & Inspire! event in Minneapolis. Special guest Mattie Montgomery joined the P&I regulars for this special seminar.We have more Provoke & Inspire seminars coming up, find out more information at www.comeandlive.com

Episode 18: "Write these lyrics, they're going to impact a lot of people" - Jake Luhrs Interview Pt2 Jul 07, 2016

Join the Provoke & Inspire regulars for part 2 of our interview with Jake Luhrs from August Burns Red!

Episode 17: "Let's be real, if you want me, you can have me" - Jake Luhrs Interview Part 1 Jun 23, 2016

In this special two-part podcast, the Provoke & Inspire podcast regulars are joined by Jake Luhrs from August Burns Red.

Episode 16: "What are your thoughts on finding Christian themes in secular art?" Jun 09, 2016

Q&A Time! The Provoke&Inspire regulars sit down and discuss the questions you have submitted! Remember you can always submit a question to the guys at provokeandinspire@comeandlive.com or via the Come&Live! Facebook and Twitter page.

Episode 15: "I'm going to lean into God and take a step - even if I'm afraid" May 26, 2016

The Provoke & Inspire regulars discuss the need for us to have courage and to step through the fears we may encounter as we present Jesus to this chaotic world.

Episode 14: Surrender & Rebuild - C&L! 2.0 May 12, 2016

In a departure from the norm, Ben & Chad discuss the history of how C&L! came to be, how it crossed paths with Steiger, and how through a process of surrender Come&Live! has experienced a rebirth and a new a focus.

Episode 13: When you have God's Heart it Revolutionizes Everything! Apr 28, 2016

The Provoke & Inspire Podcast regulars discuss how a broken heart for the lost is critical for Christian Artist, who want to change the world for Jesus.

Episode 11: Why Has Prayer Become a Dead Ritual? Mar 31, 2016

The Provoke & Inspire Podcast regulars discuss prayer and its role in empowering Christians Artist to make a difference for Jesus.

Episode 10: Has Commercialism Corrupted Christian Worship? (Feat. Ben Crist) Mar 17, 2016

The Provoke & Inspire Podcast regulars are joined by Ben Crist from The Glorious unseen. They discuss the true heart of worship and whether the current worship scene is missing the mark.

Episode 9: Your questions answered! Mar 03, 2016

Q&A Time! The Provoke&Inspire regulars sit down and discuss the questions you have submitted! Remember you can always submit a question to the guys at provokeandinspire@comeandlive.com or via the Come&Live! Facebook and Twitter page.

Episode 8: Why is Christian art so powerless? Feb 17, 2016

The Provoke&Inspire! regulars discuss the issue of holiness and how moral compromise effects our ability to communicate truth.

Episode 7: Brian 'Head' Welch interview - "He rescued me, to send me back out!" Feb 04, 2016

Join us as the P&I podcast regulars talk with Brian 'Head' Welch about his journey back to the band he radically left in 2005.Hear how God opened the doors for him to be reunited with the band and how he now has even more opportunities to share about Jesus.

Episode 6: When you lift up the message of the cross in your art, it unleashes God's power. Jan 21, 2016

The Provoke & Inspire regulars & C&L! Artist Phil Shorey discuss why apart from the Cross, Christian art will fail to have an impact on the world

Episode 5: Have You Sold Out? Jan 06, 2016

Can a Christian Artist be commercially successful and share a clear Gospel message? Listen in as the C&L! regulars discuss this critical question facing Christian Artists today

Episode 4: Surrendering Your Art to God (Feat. Tommy Green) Dec 17, 2015

"You need to come to a point of surrender with your art if you ever want to be used by God!" Tommy Green from Sleeping Giant joins us to discuss the desperate need for Artists to surrender and take risks with their art so that it can be used by God.

Episode 3: Is Christian Art Bad? Dec 03, 2015

Is Christian art bad? Is the label "Christian" even necessary? The Provoke & Inspire regulars tackle these polarizing questions

Episode 2: The Love of Jesus is Always Relevant (featuring Mattie Montgomery) Nov 12, 2015

Mattie Montgomery joins the Provoke & Inspire Podcast regulars to discuss the idea of how to be relevant in reaching the world for Jesus through art and music.

Episode 1: Does Christian Art Need To Have A Message? Nov 02, 2015

Welcome to Provoke & Inspire - the podcast for following Jesus in a Post-Christian world.
Many Christian artists debate whether or not their art needs to contain the message of the gospel or not; to talk about Jesus. This simple conversation often becomes heated, and easily misunderstood.
In this episode, the regulars talk about this interestingly contentious topic, and more.
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