Provoke & Inspire Podcast

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce F...

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. Send us Fan Mail

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Facebook: https://...

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! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Fac...

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

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow...

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Facebook: https://www.f...

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. Send us Fan Mail

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? Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https:/...

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. Send us Fan Mail

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! Send us Fan Mail

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow...

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpie...

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpie...

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. Send us Fan Mail

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagra...

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! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https:/...

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! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https:/...

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Facebook: h...

In this episode the regulars talk with Justin Brierley of the Unbelievable podcast about atheist arguments, COVID-19 response, and much more! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.j.pierce.5 Follow Chad Instagram: https://ww...

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. Send us Fan Mail

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. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

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. They talk about political ideologies, and the temptation to succumb to narratives other than the gospel. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow...

This special edition podcast features two "ted talk" style messages that Ben delivered at Steiger's Revolutionary Art event this past weekend. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/david.j.pierce.5 Follow Chad Insta...