Ben and Aaron talk to the one and only Paul Allen of the Minnesota Vikings, someone who LeBron James once deemed a, "National Treasure". They talk faith, being faithful in the spotlight, and of course, a bit of football. --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? ---------------------- Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secul...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 15 min
Tim Keller asks the telling question of why a Christian might be trying to deliberately hide their faith in a relationship with an unbeliever, and explores the true meaning of contextualization as outlined in the scriptures. 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 book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis...
May 23, 2025•11 min
Ben and David talk with content creator and influencer Auzi Films about social media, gaming algorithms, reaching Gen Z for Jesus, and his participation in Mr. Beast's "Beast Games". --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? ---------------------- Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Why is this generation so spiritually curious? Is social media fueling faith or flattening it into content? How do we tell the difference between a move of God and a moment of trend? And perhaps the biggest question of all — what does real revival look like in a culture obsessed with visibility and virality? --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. ---------------------- Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk in...
May 21, 2025•50 min
BBC host and author Tom Holland joins the guys for a discussion surrounding his book, "Dominion". Listen to the full episode here: Spotify Apple --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. ---------------------- Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? 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 longing...
May 16, 2025•8 min
Is it possible to use YouTube content to preach the gospel and disciple people? What holds young men back from living effective Christian lives? How do we offer tools that help paint them a positive vision for the future? Ben talks with YouTuber Isaac David of Daily Disciple on following Jesus in a world that runs on social media. --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. ---------------------- Do you ever struggle to share your faith with ...
May 13, 2025•53 min
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 won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis —a must-rea...
May 09, 2025•9 min
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 picture? --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. ---------------------- Do you ever struggle to s...
May 06, 2025•41 min
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 --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. ---------------------- Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised and updated his powerf...
May 02, 2025•10 min
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 much more this week on P&I. --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. ---------------------- ...
Apr 29, 2025•48 min
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 --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. ---------------------- Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Rea...
Apr 25, 2025•9 min
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 ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful b...
Apr 22, 2025•40 min
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 and reflect on the sacrificial death of Jesus this Good Friday. --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply f...
Apr 18, 2025•11 min
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 mission. From loneliness and family life to bold faith and the urgency of the Gospel, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. --------------------- ...
Apr 15, 2025•42 min
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 --------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. ---------------------- Do you ever struggle to share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Sec...
Apr 11, 2025•7 min
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 questions of whether this happened in a "Book Of Acts" fashion of seeing civil unrest follow the preaching of the gospel, or whether we are sometimes guilty of causing trouble for no reason; making it the foc...
Apr 08, 2025•48 min
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 book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis —a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a churc...
Apr 04, 2025•7 min
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 of topics including questions of contextualization surrounding a new song by Adam Doleac called 'Bar Named Jesus'. ---------------------- Interested ...
Apr 01, 2025•47 min
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 share your faith with those who won't walk into a church? Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reachin...
Mar 28, 2025•7 min
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 hope to reach the unreached, as outlined in the great commission of Matthew 28:18-20. ---------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School?...
Mar 25, 2025•55 min
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 updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis —a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step...
Mar 21, 2025•8 min
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 Jesus. ---------------------- Interested in the Steiger Missions School? Click HERE to apply for the SMS. Do you ever struggle with how to share your ...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 1 min
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 the seduction of political loyalty while speaking truth to power with the humility, love, and boldness of Christ. ---------------------- Do you ever ...
Mar 11, 2025•49 min
What does it mean for faith, love, and human connection, when AI-driven relationships are becoming increasingly common? Can a chatbot truly replace real intimacy, is it deepening the loneliness crisis, and how should followers of Jesus respond to a world where people turn to AI for companionship? In this episode, the regulars wrestle with the implications of AI romances, exploring the intersection of technology, loneliness, and the gospel. How can we offer real hope in an increasingly artificial...
Mar 04, 2025•52 min
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 Marriage , Gary offers practical, spiritually grounded strategies to build a love that endures and transforms. Whether you’re in a relationship or nav...
Feb 25, 2025•59 min
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 metalcore band become the pastor of a church?" Learn more about Mattie Montgomery HERE . Click HERE to learn more about The Altar Fellowship Church. Do...
Feb 18, 2025•50 min
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 longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthroug...
Feb 14, 2025•2 min
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 history. After the podcast's release two weeks ago, there was much more to discuss, so the guys discuss heaven in part two of this faith-stretching conversa...
Feb 11, 2025•46 min
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 understanding the people God is calling him to reach. ------------------------ Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to p...
Feb 04, 2025•55 min
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 regulars weigh in on this contentious, complicated subject, recognizing that to grasp ideas of heaven is often like two-dimensional beings trying to grasp ...
Jan 28, 2025•40 min
