Provoke & Inspire Podcast

On October 27th, Korn wrapped up the North American leg of their 30th anniversary tour in St. Paul, Minnesota. But before the show, guitarist Brian Head Welch stopped by the P&I studio along with Ryan Ries of The Whosoevers for an in-person podcast.We often hear stories of God moving: healings, miracles, words of prophecy, and divine appointments - but how can we learn to hear God speak, and be led by him into situations where these types of things might happen?Brian and Ryan share about life, ministry, and touring. The guys talk about how God speaks to each of them individually, and lastly, David expresses his felt need for a Tesla Cybertruck.Learn more about Brian Head Welch here.Learn more about Ryan Ries here.------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

"Will & Harper" is a new Netflix documentary that follows Will Ferrell as he finds out his close friend of 30 years, Harper Steele, is coming out as a trans woman. The two decide to embark on a cross-country road trip to process this new stage of their relationship.As followers of Jesus, should we respond to the transgender movement? We want to share the truth, but we also want to show love. How do we find the right balance? In an exceedingly rare moment, three out of the four regulars find themselves together in the same room. They attempt to answer the question above, including what species it was that David encountered in his living room and if Luke's Maserati truly does 185 (MPH). All of this and more on this week's episode!------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

As followers of Jesus, how can we practically take a stand for our faith and the truth of the Gospel in the midst of a world that contradicts and opposes it all? Ben and Chad are joined by Alexizz Rodriguez, frontman of the Christian metalcore band Bloodlines.They discuss identity, accountability, and the band's recent launch into the social media spotlight when a clip from one of their shows, where the band speaks out against the destruction of pornography in society, went viral. Check out the viral clip on Instagram. ------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

It's that time of year again, and in the United States, things are tense as we get closer to the presidential elections.How can we be politically active without degrading or dehumanizing those around us who might not align with our convictions? How do we treat people as Jesus would?David and Ben sit down together to attempt to answer how to engage in politics without being a jerk as a follower of Jesus. ------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

Does your faith feel dull? What if the key to bring your walk with Jesus to life was doing the ONE thing that most frightened you? Without risk, does faith really exist?All of this and more on this week's episode with the regulars, minus Luke - who is currently in one of the Koreas.------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

Ben is joined by Jacob Coyne - author, preacher, Christian content creator, and founder of Stay Here: a mental health organization and movement dedicated to ending suicide, and healing the broken hearted by equipping millions of individuals in hope-filled suicide prevention training and awareness. Jacob is the author of, "Stay Here: Uncovering God's Plan to Restore Your Mental Health", and shares how we can meet people where they're at with the love of Jesus.Check out Jacob's book here.------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Join the Provoke & Inspire Discord Community!Send us a text

Ben is joined by evangelist, poet, author, and speaker Preston Perry for a discussion on how we can refine and discern our God-given gifts to better reach people outside of the church, and how we can love God's glory more than our comfort.Check out Preston's latest book, "How to Tell the Truth: The Story of How God Saved Me to Win Hearts--Not Just Arguments."------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Send us a text

Ben and Aaron are joined by best-selling author of the book The Case for Christ, Lee Strobel!Together, they talk about Strobel's book Is God Real: Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life, while also wrestling through the question, "If God is real, why is he so hidden?"-------------------------------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text

Ben is joined by American author, Philip Yancey, who explores the most basic questions and the deepest mysteries of the Christian faith.Together, they talk through Philip's story and his new book, "Where the Light Fell: A Memoir", deconstruction, and how you can speak to someone who is far from God.-----------------------------------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think!Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram!Follow Ben on Instagram.Click here to join the Provoke & Inspire Community!Send us a text

As Ben returns from another amazing tour, he comes to you solo to share an invaluable strategy for helping to make the most of the life that we have.-------------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us a text