In this episode, Ben, Courtney, Jodi, and Ania come together to discuss the "pollution" of consumerism. They take a look at what drives it, how followers of Jesus should respond, and what changes we might make in light of it. All of this and more on Provoke&Inspire! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/...
Apr 30, 2020•42 min
In this episode, Chad Johnson returns from a long absence to join Ben, David, and Luke. Chad shares the reasons for his absence and how Jesus' mercy and grace found him in his darkest moment. Brian 'Head' Welch pops in to say hello and to welcome Chad back. All of this and much more on Provoke & Inspire. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: ht...
Apr 28, 2020•52 min•Ep. 227
In this episode, Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania to discuss the topic of perfectionism. They talk about how God has made us uniquely different, how holding to some cultural standard of perfection actually limits us from becoming who we need to be, and how it can create intense selfishness. All of this and more on P&I! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Fo...
Apr 25, 2020•52 min•Ep. 226
In this episode, Ben and David speak with apologist Julia Garschagen of RZIM ministries. They discuss questions such as, “How can we spread the love and hope of Jesus, and how can we address people’s questions as they become more existential during a time like this?” David speculates about Luke's absence, shares a story of airport confusion, Nigel gets his two cents in, and much more on P&I. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbell...
Apr 23, 2020•54 min•Ep. 225
In this episode, Ben and David interview frontman for the band Silent Planet, Garrett Russell. Among many things, they discuss the importance of personal engagement with, and listening to, the people you are trying to reach. Garrett also shares about his personal experience with mental health issues. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://ww...
Apr 21, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 224
In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with special guest Ryan Ries from The Whosoevers. They ask questions such as, "What does God want us to do when we come out of this?" And "how much value should we put on eschatology during this time?", Nigel tries to recruit our guest for the RLIUA, and David shares a story from his days in Los Angeles on P&I! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.f...
Apr 18, 2020•57 min•Ep. 223
In this episode, Ben, Courtney, Ania, and Jodi discuss the topic of vanity in our lives as followers of Jesus. They ask questions such as, "how much emphasis should we put, or not put, on external beauty?" How do we accept ourselves?" "How does Godliness hold value not only for our present life but for eternity as well?" Jodi shares a story of transforming her son into a sheep and much more on this Ladies Night edition of Provoke&Inspire! Send us a text...
Apr 16, 2020•53 min•Ep. 222
In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with author, speaker, and former vocalist of the band 'For Today', Mattie Montgomery. “Are we ready to receive a revival in the church today?”, “Are we leading our families spiritually the way we should be?” David laments all the homeschooling he seems to be currently enduring, Nigel asks the big question to Mattie and much more on P&I! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpier...
Apr 14, 2020•55 min•Ep. 221
In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with pastor Neal Rich of Cedar Valley Church about what the current crisis is teaching us. They ask questions such as, "Is my value in what I do, or in Whose I am?" and, regarding the church, "how should we address services and rituals in this modern age"? David does NOT share a random story but instead decides to distance from Luke indefinitely socially, and much more on Provoke&Inspire! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce T...
Apr 11, 2020•48 min•Ep. 220
In this episode, Ben, Luke, and David continue to explore the spiritual implications in the development of the COVID-19 pandemic. In light of the current crisis, they ask, “What have we taken for granted?”, as well as, “What is it that we hope never returns to normal?” David shares a story of a past videographer who slept in a rabbit cage and much more on P&I! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce Facebook: https:...
Apr 10, 2020•47 min
In this episode, Courtney, Jodi and Ania once again join Ben for a discussion on Easter. How should we view Easter in the absence of church services? They also discuss how the resurrection of Jesus translates into hope for everyday life. Jodi shares a refreshing, fact-laden, and coherent random story from her early days of ministry in Amsterdam, and Luke is generously complimented on his aesthetic qualities. All of this and more on P&I! Send us a text...
Apr 09, 2020•48 min
In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke talk with licensed therapist and pastor Todd Riggs. They discuss how the current COVID-19 crisis is affecting the mental health of our world, how we can take care of ourselves, and how we can share the hope of knowing Jesus during this time. David recalls a story of Luke being humiliated, purportedly, in Atlanta, and much more on P&I! Send us a text
Apr 07, 2020•48 min•Ep. 217
In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney, Jodi, and Ania for a discussion about where to look for hope during a crisis. Ben is confused for, among other things, having a black beanie, and much more on this special edition of P&I! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/...
Apr 04, 2020•41 min•Ep. 216
In this episode Ben, David, and Luke welcome special guest Shane Claiborne back to the show for a discussion about handling the current crisis as a follower of Jesus. They ask, "how would God have us act in a time like this that would bring people to him, instead of pushing them away", as well as discuss the many ways that this pandemic could change our world, hopefully for the better. David accuses Shane of looking like a venture capitalist, and Luke gets a taste of what it'd be like to host th...
Apr 02, 2020•48 min
In this episode, Ben, David and Luke talk to pastoral counselor and conflict resolution specialist Mark Spencer. They ask questions such as, "During this worldwide pandemic, how to we handle the stress it creates, and navigate our relationships through it all?" Nigel violates the lockdown by sending a provoking, yet uninspiring text for the guest, and much more on P&I! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce Faceboo...
Mar 31, 2020•45 min
To wrap up week two of the Lockdown Livestream episodes, we invited Aaron Pierce (executive director of Steiger International) to talk about how to lead in a crisis. Don't miss this crucial conversation! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce 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 In...
Mar 28, 2020•50 min•Ep. 213
In this episode Ben is joined by Courtney, Ania, and Jodi discuss how to find God's mercy in a time of crisis. Send us a text
Mar 27, 2020•50 min•Ep. 212
In this episode, Ben raises our spirits with a list of good news during these trying times. After that, the guys discuss rules for social media during this global crisis! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce 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://www.instagram.co...
Mar 26, 2020•51 min
Brooklyn megachurch pastor A.R. Bernard shares his thoughts on our global coronavirus pandemic and what God might be doing though it all. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce 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://www.instagram.com/chadisliving/ Facebook: https:/...
Mar 25, 2020•42 min•Ep. 210
In week two of the Provoke and Inspire podcast lockdown Livestream, the guys sharing their latest thoughts on our global crisis, and how creating a routine could keep you from losing your mind! 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://www.instagram.com/chadisliving/ Facebook: https://...
Mar 24, 2020•48 min•Ep. 209
Day five of the lockdown Livestream includes two of our leaders from Ukraine and Brazil. In this episode we get the global perspective, and David challenges us to not accept the crisis, but to cry out to God and ask Him to intervene! 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://www.instag...
Mar 21, 2020•45 min•Ep. 208
Move over podcast regulars; the wives are taking over! Finally, some truth and wisdom during this global crisis! Check it out! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce 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://www.instagram.com/chadisliving/ Facebook: https://www.facebo...
Mar 20, 2020•47 min•Ep. 207
In this episode, we invited Brian Head Welch from the band Korn to share his thoughts on the coronavirus pandemic and how to stay sane, full of faith, and bold for Jesus! Check it out! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/thetigerbelly/benalanpierce 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...
Mar 19, 2020•46 min•Ep. 206
In Lockdown Livestream #2, the guys discuss how to be bold during this global crisis, without being reckless and endangering others. They ask, "how can we share the Gospel when everyone is afraid to be near each other?" Don't miss this critical discussion! 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 Instag...
Mar 17, 2020•38 min•Ep. 205
In this episode, Ben and David go live for a special edition of Provoke&Inspire, where they talk about the need to place our trust in Jesus alone. They talk about how we should be making the most of this period of time by strengthening those foundations of faith and displaying genuine hope to our neighbors around us. David recalls a story of trying to use humor to diffuse the tension of a different national emergency and much more on this week’s P&I! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.ins...
Mar 17, 2020•41 min
In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke discuss the role of theology in the life of a believer. They ask, "how can we avoid the extremes of either living without it, or letting it make us dry and stuffy?" They also share some additional thoughts on the coronavirus. How do we overcome fear? What would Jesus have us do in the face of a crisis like this? David launches immediately into the story of a prank involving a "secret concert in Iraq," which left many in tears, despite the fresh chicken. All ...
Mar 12, 2020•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, Ben, Luke, and David discuss the Coronavirus. Is it bad? If so, how bad? They discuss the media, globalism, and our tendency to panic as a culture. Most importantly, they ask, "how should a follower of Jesus respond to global events, like pandemics? Could this be a healthy reminder of our dependence on God? Can this be an opportunity for the Gospel?" Davids reminisces of Luke's former band, 'Zombie Apocalypse Boy Rangers', and much more on this week's P&I! Follow Ben Instagr...
Mar 05, 2020•51 min
In this episode Ben, Luke, and David have another inspiring conversation with author and Christian activist Shane Claiborne. They discuss the United States’ use of the death penalty, how we should use Jesus as the filter through which we interpret all scripture, and how to have the correct motivation for pursuing justice in our world Nigel continues his campaign trail, and David laments the fact that everyone is always trying to help him. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpier...
Feb 27, 2020•56 min•Ep. 201
When we started this podcast a few years back, we had no idea how long it would last. But here we are, at our 200th episode! We've cried, we've laughed, we've heard a lot of random stories. We've been able to interview some pretty amazing people from around the world. One thing is for sure: we would've stopped long ago if it wasn't for all of you! Thanks for all of your support along the way! We can't wait to record the next 200! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebo...
Feb 19, 2020•55 min•Ep. 200
In this episode, Ben, David, and Luke speak with international speaker and evangelist Ben Fitzgerald. They discuss how we can let God work through us in everyday life, the element of courage in following the holy spirit’s promptings, and how we should guard against becoming professional Christians. David tells a story of Asian Cuisine, and Nigel returns, all on this week’s P&I! Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow D...
Feb 13, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 199
