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Episode 497: Is ChatGPT and AI Turning Atheists Into Christians? Dec 19, 2023

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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."
To watch the specific video referenced in this episode, click HERE!
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Episode 496: Andrew Huberman and the Challenge of Vague Spirituality Dec 12, 2023

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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