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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.
Episodes
Provoke & Inspire PodcastKill Busyness or It Will Kill You! (Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 498: Monty Python and the Right Response to Irreverent Jokes
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 497: Is ChatGPT and AI Turning Atheists Into Christians?
British actor, comedian, and historically outspoken atheist Stephen Fry recently took to the stage for an event called "Letters Live." During this event, Fry…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 496: Andrew Huberman and the Challenge of Vague Spirituality
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastIs Being "Spiritual" Enough? (Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastDoes Gratitude Matter? (Quick Hit!)
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?…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 495: Why the World CANNOT Answer Our Deepest Questions!
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…
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Episode 494: Why are People in My Life Walking Away from God?
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…
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Legacy Of A Life Well Lived (Quick Hit!)
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…
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Episode 493: Are Aliens Actually Demons?
Recently, Christians on staff at The United States Pentagon supposedly opposed active exploration into U.F.O.'s and other extraterrestrial phenomenon, with the…
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I'm Not A Pharisee, Am I? (Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 492: Kat Von D, Pharisees, and Hidden Hypocrisy
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastI Don't Want to Live Forever (P&I Quick Hit!)
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 & Inspire PodcastEpisode 491: Changing the World Through Conversation W/ Nicky Gumbel (Alpha Course)
"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…
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Are Demons Trendy? (P&I Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 490: Who Wants to Live Forever?
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 489: Did You Know Demons Are Trending?!
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 488: The FIRST Step to Sharing the Gospel With ANYONE!
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?…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 487: Why is God So Hidden? W/ Lee Strobel (Case for Christ)!
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 486: Why I Need to Be a Missionary in My Own City
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastAm I Following God, or Just Being Stupid? (Classic Replay!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastWhy Is Christian Music So Terrible? (P&I Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastProfessor John Lennox on, 'How Should We Respond to Suffering'? (Classic Replay!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastWhat Do I Do With My Life? (P&I Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 485: The KEY to Being Used by God!
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 484: Is My Prayer Life Dead?
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastAre We Addicted to the Internet? (P&I Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastIs It the End of the World as We Know It? (P&I Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastShould Christians Watch Violent Content? (P&I Quick Hit!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 483: Reaching Atheists, Artists, and the LGBT Community in Beirut!
"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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 482: Four Ways NOT to Share the Gospel (NLM Road Report!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 481: Why Does Christian Music Suck?
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 480: What Can Be Learned From Hillsong’s Demise?
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 479: Do I Have to Listen to Christian Music Even if It Sucks?
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…
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Special Guest Dr. Timothy Keller (Classic Replay)
Dr. Timothy Keller was a constant source of inspiration and encouragement. His unwavering commitment to the Gospel, Biblical truth, and love for people made…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 478: How Do I Reach Someone Who Is Far From God? (Part 4)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 477: How Do I Reach Someone Who Is Far From God? (Part 3)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 476: How Do I Reach Someone Who Is Far From God? (Part 2)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 475: How Do I Reach Someone Who Is Far From God? (Part 1)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 474: Carl Lentz, Moral Failure, and the Time to Return to Ministry
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 473: Deconstructing Faith and Finding Jesus W/ Philip Yancey!
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastShould We Stop Inviting People to Our Churches? (Instant Reaction!)
Do our church marketing strategies work? How should we respond to an increasingly secularized world? This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 472: How Do I Share Jesus with a Spiritually Curious Generation?
American internet influencer Emma Chamberlain recently released two podcast episodes sharing her thoughts on religion and spirituality. Like her, many Gen-Z…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastBreaking Down Emma Chamberlain's View on Religion and Spirituality (Instant Reaction!)
Internet superstar Emma Chamberlain is religiously skeptical but spiritually curious, along with many people in our culture today. Is this a barrier or an…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 471: Why Do We Hide in Church?
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 470: Changing God’s Pronouns and Breaking Down the Jesus Revolution!
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastDwight From the Office Defends Jesus & Embracing Digital Addiction (Instant Reaction)!
Does Hollywood bully Christians, and is it time to embrace our digital addictions? Let's find out! This is Provoke and Inspire "Instant Reaction,” where we…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 469: THIS Social Media Technology Could Change Everything!
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastDrag Shows for Kids, the Gospel Coalition, and a Racist Cartoonist? (Instant Reaction!)
Should drag queens perform for children? Should we care about the Gospel Coalition Controversy? Is the creator of the beloved cartoon, "Dilbert", a racist?…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastEpisode 468: Making the Bible Viral W/ Tim and Jon From BibleProject!
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastBold Glamour, AI Therapy, and Removing Gender from the Bible (Instant Reaction!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastJoshua Bassett, Canceling Roald Dahl, and One Year After the Invasion of Ukraine (Instant Reaction!)
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…
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Episode 467: Was the Asbury Revival Really a Revival?
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…
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Episode 466: Prison, Drive-by Shootings, and Finding Jesus W/ Holy Gabbana
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastIs “He Gets Us” Heretical? Is the Asbury Revival Real? (Instant Reaction!)
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…
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Episode 465: Suicide, Earthquakes and Finding God in the Suffering W/ Brian Head Welch (Korn)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastIs Sam Smith The Devil? Is MrBeast The Anti-Christ? (Instant Reaction!)
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…
Provoke & Inspire PodcastDonald Trump, Woke M&M’s, And The End Of The World (Instant Reaction!)
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…
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Episode 464: Preaching The Gospel During The War In Ukraine
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…
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Episode 463: Can I Study the Bible in a Non-Religious Way?
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…