Provoke & Inspire Podcast
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Episode 510: The Toxic War on Masculinity W/ Nancy Pearcey
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, "Th
Episode 509: Without THESE Changes We Will Never Reach the World! W/ Dr. Lisa Pak (Finishing The Task)
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 movem
How Do I Avoid Burnout?
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.-------------------------------------------
Episode 508: Two Reasons Why We Quit When It Matters Most
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 to
Episode 507: What Should Christians Think About Marijuana? W/ Dr. Todd Miles
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 Christi
Why Am I Spiritually Stagnant?
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
Episode 506: Why Can't I Change?
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
Episode 505: Polyamory, Lust, and the End of Marriage
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 wha
Episode 504: Is Wokeism and Liberal Ideology Pushing People Toward Jesus?
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 activi
Episode 503: Does God Predestine People for Hell, or Do We Have A Choice? W/ Dr. Leighton Flowers
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 disc