In this episode Ben and David further unpack what transpired on No Longer Music’s trip to Brazil last week; the controversy that led to a front-page article in Brazil's edition of The Rolling Stone. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/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...
Jul 05, 2022•42 min
A quick update about one of the most eventful tours in NLM history... Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/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.facebook.com/chadisliving/ Follow Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/l...
Jun 27, 2022•7 min
Is it enough to merely have biblical understanding, without ever experiencing a real relationship with Jesus through the Holy spirit? Is there a difference between knowledge, and knowing? The guys tackle this contentious topic in the latest installment of the series on false dichotomies. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpri...
Jun 14, 2022•46 min
Ben and Luke are joined by Andy Byrd of YWAM (Youth With A Mission) in discussing the great commission: what it is, and how so many in the modern church don't understand it. Andy shares the story of how "The Send" went from an idea birthed through intense prayer and seeking God, to the massive catalytic missions conference that it is today. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow ...
Jun 07, 2022•45 min
We often take advantage of God's kindness, or beat ourselves up when we sin. But on the other hand, we can just as easily rely on our own attempts at holiness, and elevate ourselves above others in the process. Our series on false dichotomies continues as we explore the tension between grace and holiness in our lives. David shares the story of a man with a portable record player, and Luke is absent while he (supposedly) hangs out with Francis Chan. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...
May 31, 2022•46 min
The regulars explore the idea of whether everything that we decide to do is according to God's plan. How do we know whether we are following God's will, when the task at hand might seem foolish? Are we just being stupid, or is God doing something phenomenal through foolish means, as he often does? Is it possible that we often rush into things, even seemingly good things, but that are against God's will, and suffer the consequences? Whether that be a lack of fruit, a disastrous outcome, or someth...
May 24, 2022•49 min
Do results come from our hard work, or from God's power AT work in our lives? Ben, David and Chad talk about the tensions of this contentious topic in the latest installment in the series on false dichotomies. Chad also addresses a type of secret admirer he's recently gained through the podcast. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the...
May 17, 2022•44 min
Do we have to choose between preaching the gospel, or being dedicated to social justice? In this installment of the mini-series on false dichotomies, the regulars (minus Chad) attempt to unpack one of the biggest out there. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/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 C...
May 10, 2022•45 min
In this episode the four regulars finally converge once again to continue their mini-series on common false dichotomies in the Christian faith, and discuss the nuances of, as the title would suggest, being in the world but not of it; how can we do this? Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook...
May 03, 2022•52 min
In this episode Ben and Aaron are joined by author and pastor Andy Stanley to talk about his new book, "Not in It to Win It: Why Choosing Sides Sidelines the Church". They talk about how we as a church attempt to use the tools of the kingdoms of this world to solve problems in the church, which never accomplishes what we intend it to. To learn more about Andy Stanley, visit andystanley.com Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Face...
Apr 26, 2022•39 min
In this episode, continuing with part two of the mini-series as we dive further into how to address seemingly false dichotomies of Truth Vs. Love. Assuming we should be telling the truth as part of having genuine relationships with people around us - this week we dig into the question of how we can be speaking truth in a loving way and avoiding being a clanging gong or cymbal - just noise, as Paul describes in 1 Corinthians 13. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter:...
Apr 19, 2022•51 min
Do we tell people the truth, or simply love them? Is it possible to do both? In this first installment of the series, "Get Outta Here With Your False Dichotomies!" Ben and the regulars dissect how to love people as Jesus instructs us to do, without compromising on the truth as our culture so often does. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram...
Apr 12, 2022•37 min
In this episode Ben is joined by Oxford professor of mathematics John Lennox to help us better understand how to biblically respond to everything that's going on in Ukraine, as well as how to suffer alongside those who suffer - as we are biblically instructed to do. To learn more about John Lennox, visit: https://www.johnlennox.org/ Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David In...
Apr 05, 2022•41 min
How do we respond to the suffering of others that we are not directly or immediately sharing in? What did Jesus do, and how would he have us respond in these types of situations? The regulars react to these questions and more as they wrestle with the hardship of our friends in Ukraine, and what we should do as followers of Jesus during times like this. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpi...
Mar 29, 2022•42 min
In this episode the guys are joined by Brian 'Head' Welch - guitarist of the band Korn who talks about his story of how God saved him from sin and drug addiction. Brian talks about how he stays strong in his faith, and his thoughts on the current war in Ukraine. To learn more about Brian 'Head' Welch, click here: https://www.brianheadwelch.net Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Foll...
Mar 22, 2022•42 min
The first question that needs to be asked when speaking of perseverance is, "what am I persevering toward?" Is it toward God, and all that he has for me, or is it toward my own ambitions and ideals? In this final part of the mini-series, Ben talks with Luke and Chad about perseverance in the life of a Christian; the need to 'repeat' the application of the principles in this series. How do we focus on daily obedience, while keeping the big picture in mind? Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instag...
Mar 15, 2022•50 min
The regulars hear from Valerii, and special guest Bogdan Ferens for an on the ground update on the war in Ukraine. Sign up now to pray for Ukraine: https://tinyurl.com/4v8pzsjs Give to the Steiger Ukraine Relief Fund: https://steiger.org/ukrainerelief Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...
Mar 09, 2022•28 min
In this special edition of Provoke & Inspire we hear for a second time from one of our leaders on the ground in Ukraine, outside of Kiev. Sign up now to pray for Ukraine: https://tinyurl.com/4v8pzsjs Give to the Steiger Ukraine Relief Fund: https://steiger.org/ukrainerelief Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_rockpriest/ Faceb...
Feb 28, 2022•29 min
In this special edition of Provoke & Inspire, Ben and David are joined by Steiger leader Valerii Riabokonenko, for an on the ground update of what is happening in Ukraine. Sign up now to pray for Ukraine: https://tinyurl.com/4v8pzsjs Give to the Steiger Ukraine Relief Fund: https://steiger.org/ukrainerelief Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nzbenpierce Follow David Instagram: https://www.i...
Feb 26, 2022•41 min
Do we really believe in the gospel if we never take risks and act on it? Is there a possibility that a lack of spiritual risk in our lives is pointing to a false sense of faith - or at least a lack of it? In this episode Ben and the regulars discuss the factors around spiritual risk. What it says about us, and what it does to us if we continue to play it safe. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpierce Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...
Feb 22, 2022•48 min
Growth is absolutely necessary in our spiritual lives. In 1st Corinthians 3, the apostle Paul speaks of the need to move from "milk to meat" as we grow in our faith - it's not enough to simply stay where we are when the current of the world pulls us in the opposite direction. In this episode the regulars (minus Luke, who is embarked on a journey) discuss and dissect the idea of growth and how it will play out for us if we embrace, or turn from it. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...
Feb 15, 2022•49 min
Author and pastor A.W. Tozer famously said, "what comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us." In part two of our mini-series we continue discussing how we can have a faith that's on fire and how are view of God as a whole is often not where it should be, as is evidenced by the strange, irreverent way of talking about God often found in our christian culture. Follow Ben Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nzbenpierce Twitter: https://twitter.com/benalanpie...
Feb 08, 2022•49 min
How do we know if our faith is authentic, or simply the synergistic result of those around us in a Christian culture? What happens when we assess our convictions, and realize that what we've been holding onto is not what we thought it was - that we're really "just riding the wave", so to speak. This is the first of a multi-part series where the regulars discuss how we can have a faith that's on fire. They discuss the need to examine our own, individual walks with Jesus, and to approach God with ...
Feb 01, 2022•53 min
We often approach the problem with pornography in the church from an angle of either sin management, or shame management. Both seem to be ineffective in their results, and so it begs the question: is there a third way this issue can be addressed? In this episode Ben and Luke talk to therapist, author, and speaker Jay Stringer about his book "Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing." Jay speaks about how unwanted sexual behaviors can actually serve as a roadmap, and as keys to ...
Jan 25, 2022•58 min
What can we do when people, by and large, seem to be leaving and choosing churches for ideological, rather than theological reasons? The regulars are joined by author, speaker and pastor Matt Chandler of the Village Church. They talk about how we should approach a growing generation of people who are skeptical toward Christianity, and would likely never walk into a church. To learn more about Steiger International visit: www.steiger.org Questions, comments or feedback? We'd love to hear what you...
Jan 11, 2022•41 min
Do you want 2022 to be your BEST year yet??? We have the secret: know God better! It is BY FAR the most productive thing you will ever do! There is NOTHING that will bring you more joy, peace and satisfaction than deepening your relationship with God. We want to help you get there! We just launched the No Ordinary Life podcast. Every week we read the Bible to pursue the extraordinary as God defines it and ask: What is one thing can I do to respond? Join us on this journey of taking the next step...
Jan 06, 2022•2 min
2022 is here, and so are all of our resolutions. Many of them revolve around being productive, and so naturally the question is, what's the most productive thing you can ever do? The guys discuss this topic as well as the larger ideas of why we strive so much to try and produce, busy ourselves, and remain on this endless treadmill of tasks. To learn more about Steiger International visit: www.steiger.org Questions, comments or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to: provokeandi...
Jan 05, 2022•57 min
If we lived like our days were numbered, if we lived like we were fragile, impermanent people - how would we live differently? The truth is that we are, as James says, a mist - and we need to live in light of that reality. God wants us to live out our days fruitfully, with no regrets - but how do we go about doing so? In this episode David and Ben react to these ideas, and share their insights on living life to the fullest for Jesus. To learn more about Steiger International visit: www.steiger.o...
Dec 28, 2021•37 min
Deconstruction seems to be in vogue, especially in the last decade, and ranks as one of the leading "causes of death" for the faiths of many evangelical believers. What is deconstruction, and how do we both understand, and approach it? Can it serve as a helpful element of someone's faith journey, or is it entirely destructive? To learn more about Steiger International visit: www.steiger.org Questions, comments or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to: provokeandinspire@steiger...
Dec 14, 2021•49 min
How did God reach into the life of a young man from Liverpool, England, radically save him, and send him back into the scene he came out of? In this episode David and Ben interview skateboarder, author, Christian pastor and traveling evangelist Brian Sumner. They discuss having conversations with people outside of the church, the mindset of the global youth culture, and how we can work to fulfill the great commission. To learn more about Brian Sumner's book "Never Fails" visit: https://www.brian...
Dec 01, 2021•45 min
