Provoke & Inspire Podcast

Nov 07 2024 584 ep. 43 mins 109
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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. 

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Episode 543: Is This Really the Solution Secular Culture Has to Our Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction?

Nov 07 2024 40 mins  
Send us a textWhy 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';

Episode 542: How Do I Stay Sensitive to the Holy Spirit? W/ Brian Head Welch (Korn) and Ryan Ries (Whosoevers)

Oct 31 2024 29 mins  
Send us a textOn 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

Episode 541: Jesus, the Transgender Movement, and Will Ferrell

Oct 24 2024 32 mins  
Send us a text"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, bu

Episode 540: Cancel Culture, Porn, and Going Viral for Jesus w/ Alexizz Rodriguez (Bloodlines)

Oct 17 2024 25 mins  
Send us a textAs 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 cli

Episode 539: Engaging Politics as a Jesus Follower (Without Being a Jerk)!

Oct 10 2024 33 mins  
Send us a textIt'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

Episode 538: Without THIS Your Faith Will Die + Japanese Lavatories

Oct 03 2024 40 mins  
Send us a textDoes 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.------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you th

Episode 537: Is Jesus the Answer to the Anxiety, Depression, and Suicide Epidemic? W/ Jacob Coyne

Sep 26 2024 47 mins  
Send us a textBen 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 Yo

Episode 536: What Are We Getting Wrong About Evangelism? W/ Preston Perry

Sep 19 2024 46 mins  
Send us a textBen 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."---------

Episode 535: Why Is God So Hidden? W/ Lee Strobel! (Classic Replay)

Sep 12 2024 42 mins  
Send us a textBen 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 also wrestling through the question, "If God is real, why is he so hidden?"-------------------------------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear

Episode 534: Deconstructing Faith and Finding Jesus W/ Philip Yancey! (Classic Replay)

Sep 07 2024 51 mins  
Send us a textBen 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.-----------------------------------------------------Questions, commen