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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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Latest Episodes

Christians seem to be either angry and protesting, or silent, when it comes to hot button issues - including the LGBTQ+ discussion. How do we navigate the middle ground of giving measured, grace-filled answers, filled with conviction and clarity?

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Has worship music become corrupted - the Christian music scene as well? How does God bring a person from the brink of destruction and hating him, to a place of influence in the church, and glorifying him?

Ben speaks with singer, songwriter, and wors... more

ATTENTION! If you’re in Minneapolis, don’t miss the No Longer Music Send Off Show, Saturday, 4/25, 630 PM at Grace Church in Eden Prairie. Don’t miss this chance to see a truly incredible, and inspiring stage depiction of the life, death and resurrec... more

Has progressive Christianity taken irreversible root in the modern church? How do you talk to somebody who has embraced its tenants? 

Ben is joined again by author and podcaster Alisa Childers for a discussion on defending and upholding traditional ... more

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Recent Guests

Glenn Scrivener
British evangelist and author
The Air We Breathe (author)
Episode: 646: Christianity Expert: The Secular World Is Living Off Christian Ideas And The Clock Is Running Out! | Glen Scrivener
Nick Cave
Australian musician and thinker, discussed as an inspiration on faith
Independent artist
Episode: 643: Have Christians Become Too Nice?
Read Choi
TikTok content creator and actor
Individual creator with 10M+ followers
Episode: 642: Top Christian TikToker, Read Choi: I Almost Got Canceled For Doing the Right Thing!
Jonathan Pageau
French-Canadian icon carver, public speaker and YouTuber
Self-employed/Pageau
Episode: 640: A Protestant Asks: What Is Orthodox Christianity? (And Why Is It Growing?) W/ Jonathan Pageau
Tim Ross
Founder of the Embassy Church in Dallas, author, and speaker
Embassy Church
Episode: 633: Jesus Promised Rest, So Why Are You Still Exhausted? | Tim Ross
Dr. Peter Kreeft
One of the most respected Christian philosophers and apologists of our time
Boston College
Episode: 629: Dr. Peter Kreeft - 10 Lies Our Culture Tells Us
Mark DeJesus
Speaker and educator focused on mental health and emotional healing.
Episode: P&I Moments: Why Are Christians Addicted to Performance? | Mark DeJesus
AJ Swoboda
Author and professor known for insights on faith education
Episode: P&I Moments: Can You Love Someone You’re Certain Is Wrong? | AJ Swoboda
Josh Nadeau
Artist and writer behind Sword and Pencil, author of 'Room For Good Things To Run Wild'.
Sword and Pencil
Episode: 621: Josh Nadeau (Sword and Pencil) on the Lie That Is Ruining Your Faith

Hosts

Ben Pierce
Host and co-host of the podcast, providing insights from a ministry background with a passion for engaging with contemporary Christian issues.
David
Co-host of the podcast, contributing with experiences in creative ministry and a focus on sharing faith in actionable ways.
Luke
Co-host known for his light-hearted and insightful contributions to discussions on faith and culture.
Chad
Co-host bringing personal narratives and a strong sense of community engagement to the conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 603 ratings
  • Open and honest

    Love the takes of the hosts. The ability we should all have to try and decipher truth when we are inundated with spin. Thanks for the open and honest dialogue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lumberjack2025
    United States3 months ago
  • YOU GUYS ROCK!

    One of the best podcast out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FoodForThought12
    United States6 months ago
  • I love David

    David’s random story is the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bento Sendo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you.

    Thank you for being faithful with this podcast over the years, for being authentic and talking about topics that matter so much but always emphasizing the most important thing in the world for all of us, knowing and loving Jesus. Also, I love you Chad.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blue Shark
    United States2 years ago
  • Thank God I found this podcast

    “Provoked and Inspired” doesn’t even begin to cover how much I’m feeling listening to these guys talk. The discussions of faith and art are moving me and changing me. I started from episode 1 and I just let it play all day. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MandaMandaT
    United States2 years ago

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Many express gratitude for the encouragement and challenge provided in episodes, suggesting it fosters personal growth in their faith.
The blend of humor and serious discussion resonates, making complex topics approachable and relevant to contemporary life.
Listeners appreciate the authenticity and vulnerability of the hosts, noting their engaging style and the thought-provoking topics discussed.

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648: Jon McCray: My Wife Almost Died. This Is What God Taught Me
Q: How do people do this without God, especially when facing prolonged hardship and financial strain?
The hosts discuss the distinctive resilience a faith perspective provides, including the idea that belief can coexist with pain and that ultimate hope is found beyond present circumstances.
648: Jon McCray: My Wife Almost Died. This Is What God Taught Me
Q: So what you feel like God has been teaching you through this, given your dad's cancer diagnosis and your wife's ICU experience?
The conversation emphasizes relying on God rather than on control, recognizing that hardship exposes enduring truths, and that suffering can deepen faith, community, and purpose.
644: Christian Sex Expert: The Church has Misunderstood Desire | Jay Stringer
Q: How should parents navigate raising children in a world full of tech and AI that shapes desire?
Provide real experiences of risk and genuine play, model healthy desire, and teach radical hospitality toward inner life to help children form authentic selves.
645: An Atheist Went to Church and Loved It - Should That Worry Us?
Q: So what is your reaction to this clip?
The hosts express a mix of encouragement and caution, highlighting the tension between welcoming outsiders and offering clear gospel truth, and noting the importance of context and ongoing discipleship.
640: A Protestant Asks: What Is Orthodox Christianity? (And Why Is It Growing?) W/ Jonathan Pageau
Q: How does Orthodoxy understand salvation beyond a one-time decision?
Salvation is viewed ontologically as participation in Christ and in the divine life; it involves transformation, sanctification, and a communal process where believers are shaped by the Church, the liturgy, and the body of Christ rather than being limited to a personal belief

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The content engages in thought-provoking discussions on the intersection of faith, culture, and social issues, primarily through a Christian lens. Key topics explored include leadership, social justice, community engagement, and mental health, often drawing from personal experiences and current events to prompt deeper reflections on faith and action. Unique elements involve candid conversations around controversial subjects, emphasizing vulnerability and genuine human connection, thereby providing a space for listeners to challenge their perspectives on modern Christianity.

Listeners can expect a blend of serious inquiry and light-hearted banter as the hosts share insights from their own journeys in faith, aiming to inspire and provoke tho... more

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1. Glenn Scrivener
2. Nick Cave
3. Read Choi
4. Jonathan Pageau
5. Tim Ross
6. Dr. Peter Kreeft
7. Mark DeJesus
8. AJ Swoboda

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