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Jay Stringer sits down with a rotating cast of crime writers to talk about....nothing.
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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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Chow for the Koi is a dark and sweet audio drama about addiction and urban isolation in 8 episodes made by Pleasant Planet. We used cinematic sound design and an original beats-based soundtrack. Cast of 12 The story ... Jay Stringer is wired - he's listening through the wall. Is his neighbour Don really saying those things about him or is he going paranoid on the drugs? His best mate Owen says its weird. If he carries on he's going to lose his daughter, Fi. Then he'll have nothing left to li ...
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Disciplemaking Over Lunch is a podcast discussing the ideas and practices of making disciples of Jesus. We believe the best conversations happen over lunch, so grab your lunch or favorite snack, and join us as we discuss how to have -- and help others have -- a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. This podcast is a production of the Northeastern District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Disciplemaking Team. You can contact the show hosts at www.nedcma.org/ministries/disciplemaking
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Sports public relations professional Chris Yandle hosts the Sports PR Podcast that takes a look into the world of sports communications, social media and beyond. Chris is the founder of Maximus. Strategic Consulting which provides branding, communication, public relations and social media strategy consulting. Follow Chris on Twitter, @ChrisYandle.
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P&I Moments: Jay Stringer - How Can Our Sin Work as a Roadmap to Our Healing?
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Ben and Luke talk to therapist, author, and speaker Jay Stringer about his book "Unwanted". How can we as Christians address the epidemic of pornography with truth, grace, and love instead of shame, fear, and legalism? Listen to the full episode Spotify Apple ---------------------- Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who wo…
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Episode 570: Why Is Church the Hardest Place to Be Real?
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Why do churches often feel like the least safe place to be vulnerable? Why is it easier to give grace to people who have struggled with sin, but very little grace, if any at all, to those who continue to struggle? Churches often mention weak marriages, mental health, and financial battles, but why is their root cause, sin, not included in the pictu…
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P&I Moments: Preston Sprinkle - Is the Church a Safe Place for LGBTQ+ People?
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Author and Pastor Preston Sprinkle and the regulars discuss today's sexually broken culture in light of the perfect love of Christ, and the church's historically negative track record in regard to it. Listen to the full episode here: Spotify Apple ---------------------- Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk int…
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Episode 569: Why the Future of the Church Depends on a Radical Rebuild
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If we were to start from scratch and rebuild the church purely based on the principles and practices laid out in the Bible, what would it look like in today's world? Are we at a crossroads where a transformation of the Church is not just possible, but essential? The regulars ask these questions, David shares a story of laughing translators, and muc…
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P&I Moments: Dallas Jenkins - What If God Wants Me to Fail?
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Dallas Jenkins, director of the worldwide phenomenon TV-series "The Chosen" shares the story of his success, which was ultimately rooted in his biggest failure. Listen to the full episode here: Spotify Apple ---------------------- Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised a…
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Episode 568: Nate Sala (Wise Disciple) - How Should Followers of Jesus Navigate Hot Topics (Gender, Politics, Race, Etc) Online and In Person?
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Are we about to see a repeat of the Jesus Movement of the 1970s? How did a school teacher become a full-time YouTuber? Ben talks to Nate Sala from Wise Disciple about the current cultural zeitgeist and how we can act accordingly as Christians. ---------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. Do you …
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P&I Moments: Are Easter Outreaches a Thing of the Past?
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In 1 Corinthians 15:12-19, Paul speaks of the fact that if Jesus was not raised from the dead, the thing we devote so much of our lives to is ultimately pointless. Do we live as if the resurrection really happened, and are our churches taking the correct approach to reaching people today with that message? Ben goes solo and invites us to slow down …
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Episode 567: Jennie Allen (GATHER25) - Is Jesus Coming Back Sooner Than We Think?
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Is there power in unity, and is it possible to be united as a global church? When it comes to sharing the gospel, how can we operate from an understanding of where people are coming from in today's culture? Bestselling author Jennie Allen comes on the show to unpack the heart and story behind Gather25 — a worldwide call to unity, revival, and missi…
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P&I Moments: THIS is The #1 Accusation Against God. Feat. Lee Strobel
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Apologist and author Lee Strobel shares his view on why God often seems to be so hidden - something that atheists often cite as a leading factor of disbelief in his existence. Listen to the full episode here: Spotify Apple ---------------------- Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has compl…
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Are we in danger of making provocation the goal, and not the gospel? Is it necessary for people today, in order to get them to think twice about God? The guys react to a recent ministry event in Glasgow, Scotland that sparked a viral backlash on Instagram. The reaction to the event begs the question of whether this happened in a "Book Of Acts" fash…
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P&I Moments: Does God Pursue Those That Deconstruct? - Feat. Philip Yancey
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Philip Yancey shares how he came to faith in Jesus after a childhood of severe spiritual abuse, and seasons of spiritual deconstruction. Listen to the full episode here: Spotify Apple ---------------------- Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful …
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Episode 565: Is Our Obsession With Relevance Killing the Real Jesus? Why Gen Z's Not Dating, and Why We All Feel Ugly.
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Are we heading into a population collapse of apocalyptic proportions? What is it that's leading younger people into cosmetic surgeries? Did a country singer cross the line with his new song comparing Jesus to a drinking establishment? Luke is absent, David shares his fear of projectile infants on an upcoming vacation, and the guys touch on a number…
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P&I Moments: Do Protestants Ruin Art? Feat. Josh Porter (Showbread)
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Why is it that the artistic images of the bible seem to contradict the rules of the protestant church? What does this say about how we interpret the scripture, and how we can better change our culture to move closer to a biblical vision for art? Listen to the full episode here: Spotify Apple ---------------------- Do you ever struggle with how to s…
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Episode 564: David Platt (Radical) - 3 Billion People Still Haven’t Heard the Gospel — What Will We Do About It?
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Are there really three billion people who have not yet heard the gospel? What barriers stand in the way, and how can we, as the Church, respond? What role do we play in changing that reality? Ben and Aaron Pierce sit down with pastor, speaker, and author David Platt (Founder of Radical) at Austin Texas' SXSW festival to discuss how the church can h…
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P&I Moment: How Hearing Loss Changed Jon McCray’s Life! (Whaddoyoumeme?)
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Jon McCray shares his story of getting started in YouTube apologetics, but not before enduring a season of hearing loss which put his faith to the test. Listen to the full episode here: Spotify Apple ---------------------- Do you ever struggle with how to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised and updat…
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Episode 563: The LGBT Community ARE Open to Jesus! Featuring Rodereck Blassingame
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How do we properly address one of the most contentious topics the church faces today? How can we love and engage the LGBT scene with the love of Jesus? Instagram influencer Rodereck Blassingame sits down with Ben and Aaron Pierce in Austin, TX during the SXSW Festival 2025, and shares his testimony of leaving the LGBT scene for a relationship with …
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Episode 562: How Would Jesus React to Trump vs. Zelenskyy?
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The world is in chaos—wars, political turmoil, and the relentless pull of ideologies demanding our allegiance. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to be aware but not consumed, to engage without compromising, and to prioritize His kingdom over any earthly power In this episode, we explore what it means to live as exiles in modern culture, resisting…
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Episode 561: The Friendship Crisis, AI Romance, & Our Dying Need for Connection
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As AI-driven relationships become more common, what does this mean for faith, love, and human connection? Can a chatbot ever replace real intimacy, or is this trend only deepening the loneliness crisis? In this episode, the regulars dive deep into the rise of AI romances, wrestling with the spiritual and emotional implications of a world where peop…
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Episode 560: Marriage Expert: Why Relationships Fail, Why So Many People Are Single, & How to Build Love That Lasts W/ Gary Thomas (Sacred Marriage)
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Why do many relationships seem doomed to fail despite initial love and commitment? Why are more and more people waiting to get married? Gary Thomas unpacks the hidden dynamics behind why relationships sometimes fail and explores the cultural and personal reasons behind why so many people are remaining single. Drawing from his acclaimed book Sacred …
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Episode 559: From the Mosh Pit to the Pulpit W/ Mattie Montgomery!
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Ben is joined by author, speaker, pastor, and former frontman of the Christian metalcore band "For Today", Mattie Montgomery! How do we live for what really matters - being faithful in the roles God has called us into, be that a pastor, parent, friend, and above all, follower of Jesus? Mattie also answers the question, "How does the vocalist of a m…
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How Do I Reach Those Who Won’t Walk Into a Church?
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Do you ever struggle with how to share the love of Jesus with your friends, family, neighbors, or coworkers? Does it feel like an impossible task in today’s culture? You're not alone - but there’s hope! Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone lon…
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Episode 558: Does Belief in Heaven Make Justice on Earth Irrelevant?
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What does the Bible really say about heaven? How has the hope and promise of eternity ignited faith, sparked movements, and reshaped history? Atheists often accuse Christians of wasting their lives in anticipation of the afterlife, but the guys dive in to how, on the contrary, it has fueled faith, inspired movements, and shaped the course of histor…
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Episode 557: The Real Reasons Gen Z Rejects Jesus W/ Elijah Lamb
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Los Angeles influencer and speaker Elijah Lamb joins Ben on the podcast to discuss Gen Z's greatest obstacles to accepting the gospel, as well as the greatest opportunities that exist for it. Elijah shares his story of encountering God at an early age, along with his journey of having Jesus lead him to teaching, evangelizing, and better understandi…
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Instagrammer Kareem Rahma of "SubwayTakes" recently posted a reel of him talking with a guy who expresses that going to heaven would suck. Is there some truth in this misconception? Is heaven really going to be an eternal church service? If it's simply the best version of everything here on earth, wouldn't that eventually become a prison? The regul…
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Episode 555: What If Free Speech Isn’t as Simple as We Believe?
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Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and CEO of Facebook/Meta, recently went on the popular podcast The Joe Rogan Experience, to discuss his company's policy changes concerning freedom of speech and expression on their social media platforms. Amid Zuckerberg's admissions of deliberate pressure and interference from the Biden administration, especially regardin…
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