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The Ben Peterson Show
Hosted by Engage Your Destiny · EN
The Ben Peterson Show is for those who refuse to drift in a world being reshaped by AI. Hosted by Ben Peterson, founder of a movement bringing the Gospel to our military, veterans, and their families, the show guides you in navigating your faith through the new age of AI and culture so you can lead with conviction and step forward with purpose.
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Your Success Or Destruction Hangs On This ONE Thing!
1w ago00:17:59Tap to summarizeYour success or your destruction may come down to one decision.This week on The Ben Peterson Show: Faith for the Way Forward, Ben shares a direct and personal message about one of the greatest battles people face today: what we allow to capture our hearts.Through stories of Elijah, Samson, Solomon, and David, this episode explores how even the strongest people in Scripture were shaped not by a lack of ability but by the direction of their desires.Ben unpacks how temptation, distraction, lust, identity, and the pursuit of worldly success can quietly pull us away from the one thing that truly satisfies: knowing Christ.This conversation is not about shame. It’s about awareness, purity, grace, and learning to turn our hearts back toward God daily.If you’ve ever struggled with distraction, temptation, feeling far from God, or wondering how to stay faithful in a world full of noise, this episode is for you.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://whenintelligenceisnthuman.comNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow Engage Your Destiny on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow Engage Your Destiny on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebenpeterson/Timestamps:00:00 Introduction: Success or destruction comes down to one thing01:00 The Guardian mission and covering military in prayer02:10 Elijah, Baal, and standing for truth03:30 How powerful people lose everything05:00 Why purity still matters today06:20 The battle starts in the heart07:30 Thoughts, temptation, and changing patterns09:00 Shame, identity, and spiritual destruction10:05 The solution: knowing God deeper11:30 When success becomes a distraction13:00 What it means to truly know Christ14:10 Why sexual sin never satisfies15:00 Fighting daily and choosing purity
Transcribe →A Jew And A Christian Walk Into AI
2w ago00:40:15Tap to summarizeThis week on The Ben Peterson Show, we dive into one of the most thought-provoking conversations on faith, artificial intelligence, mental health, and the future of human connection.Ben sits down with Dr. Fred Moss, a psychiatrist with over four decades in the mental health field, to wrestle with a question many people are quietly asking:What happens when technology begins meeting needs that were once only fulfilled through human relationships?From deep conversations about authenticity, loneliness, and communication, to the rise of AI and whether it’s helping or eroding humanity, this episode explores what it means to stay human in an increasingly digital world.Dr. Fred shares why he believes modern communication has become more convenient but less authentic, why people are turning to AI for understanding and connection, and why healing may still begin with being truly seen and heard.At the same time, Ben challenges the assumptions behind artificial intelligence, asking hard questions about creators, values, truth, faith, and whether convenience is quietly reshaping our souls.This is not a conversation about fear.It’s a conversation about discernment.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://whenintelligenceisnthuman.comNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow us on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow us on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebenpeterson/Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Fred Moss02:30 – Growing up and becoming a healer08:00 – How technology changed communication11:15 – What convenience may be costing humanity14:00 – AI understands people more than humans?16:40 – Is AI replacing real connection?18:30 – Technology, anxiety, and the future of mental health20:30 – Does destruction lead to transformation?24:20 – Human agency, freedom, and responding to change26:00 – AI, creators, and the future of humanity31:15 – Can AI help people communicate better?32:30 – Division, culture, and restoring human connection37:20 – Why hope still matters38:00 – Leaning on God in uncertain times
Transcribe →My Response To Pope LEO's AI Stance
2w ago00:18:05Tap to summarizeArtificial intelligence is advancing faster than most people realize, and the Church is finally beginning to respond.This week on The Ben Peterson Show, Ben reacts to Pope Leo’s official stance on AI and asks the question many believers are already wrestling with:Is the Church moving fast enough to address what artificial intelligence is doing to humanity?From autonomous warfare and government regulation to youth mental health, digital deception, pornography, and the future of truth itself, this conversation explores the spiritual, cultural, and human consequences of AI.Ben breaks down what Pope Leo got right, where the Church took an important stand, and what may have been overlooked in one of the most influential conversations happening today.This isn’t simply about technology.It’s about who shapes the future and what happens when innovation advances faster than wisdom.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://whenintelligenceisnthuman.comNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow Engage Your Destiny on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow Engage Your Destiny on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebenpeterson/Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to AI, faith, and why this conversation matters02:10 Pope Leo’s official AI position explained04:00 Autonomous weapons and the ethics of AI warfare06:10 Why concentrated tech power concerns the Church08:20 Human dignity, labor, and automation10:00 Deepfakes, truth, and digital deception11:15 What the Church may be missing about young people13:00 AI, mental health, and the future of discipleship14:30 Sexuality, AI relationships, and cultural impact16:00 Why regulation and action matter17:20 Final thoughts and what happens next
Transcribe →How To Defeat Your Giant
3w ago00:19:50Tap to summarizeThis week on The Ben Peterson Show, Ben unpacks one of the most powerful stories in Scripture through a lens most people miss.David didn’t defeat Goliath because he was fearless. He defeated him because God had already been forming him long before the battle.But what if the real battle isn’t the habit, addiction, anger, anxiety, or distraction?What if those are only the spears…And the real giant is the lie underneath.In this episode, Ben shares personal reflections on pressure, leadership, spiritual warfare, and why healing only begins when we stop hiding and bring our struggles into the light.This conversation is about more than overcoming obstacles.It’s about exposing the lies, stepping out of isolation, and becoming the person God is forging you to be.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://whenintelligenceisnthuman.comNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow us on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow us on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/ Timestamps:00:00 – What if your battle is forming you?01:15 – David and Goliath through a different lens08:10 – Why fear defeats people before giants do10:20 – The hidden battles nobody sees11:45 – Pressure, adversity, and spiritual formation14:00 – The difference between giants and spears16:20 – Identifying the lies beneath the struggle18:00 – Why confession leads to healing20:10 – The danger of isolation and performance22:15 – AI, connection, and the future of humanity24:30 – The only way out is through26:00 – Final challenge: bring your giant into the light
Transcribe →This is the Most Dangerous Lie You Can Believe
4w ago00:41:21Tap to summarizeThis week on The Ben Peterson Show, Ben sits down with Mick Wienholt for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had yet.After surviving a catastrophic avalanche that left his skull shattered in multiple places, Mick walked away believing he had simply beaten the odds. But years later, after the devastating loss of his unborn son, he came face-to-face with a pain he could not overcome on his own.What followed changed everything.From trauma, grief, and surrender, to fatherhood, faith, technology, and purpose — Mick shares how God met him in his darkest moment and completely transformed the direction of his life.This conversation goes far beyond survival.It’s about identity.Purpose.Faith in a world consumed by distraction.And why no technology can replace the voice of our Creator.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://whenintelligenceisnthuman.comNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow us on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow us on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & Mick’s unbelievable survival story02:00 – Climbing a Colorado peak without a helmet06:00 – Triggering the avalanche08:00 – Waking up at the bottom with devastating injuries12:00 – Skull fractures, brain surgery & recovery15:00 – Growing up in a performance-driven household19:00 – The devastating loss of their unborn son22:00 – Surrendering to God in the middle of grief24:00 – “You had a God-shaped hole in your heart”25:00 – Faith, skepticism & evidence of God28:00 – Raising children in a technology-driven culture32:00 – Artificial intelligence, identity & purpose36:00 – How Mick hears from God and finds clarity39:00 – Final thoughts & where to follow Mick
Transcribe →Founding Delta Force General’s Secret to Living By Faith
May 2700:33:12Tap to summarizeThis week on The Ben Peterson Show, retired Lieutenant General Jerry Boykin shares the incredible story of how faith carried him through war, leadership, near death experiences, and some of the most intense military operations in modern American history.As one of the original members of Delta Force, General Boykin opens up about the brutal selection process that shaped America’s most elite counterterrorism unit, surviving combat in Grenada after being shot multiple times, and the miracle that followed when doctors wanted to amputate his arm.But this conversation goes far beyond military history.General Boykin shares how surrendering his life to Christ transformed everything, why prayer and Scripture became the foundation of his strength, and why this next generation must learn to hear God’s voice in an age dominated by technology, distraction, and artificial intelligence.From Vietnam and Delta Force to faith, discipline, leadership, and America’s future, this conversation is a powerful reminder that true strength is forged in surrender to God.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://whenintelligenceisnthuman.comNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow us on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow us on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction03:00 – How Jerry Boykin came to Christ05:00 – Vietnam and serving with the ROK Marines07:00 – Entering the Special Forces community09:00 – The secret formation of Delta Force10:30 – The brutal Delta Force selection process12:30 – Building America’s elite counterterrorism unit16:00 – The Iran hostage crisis and Tehran operation19:00 – Combat in Grenada and being shot in battle22:00 – Doctors wanted to amputate his arm24:00 – Faith, prayer, and hearing God’s voice26:00 – Artificial intelligence and the future of warfare28:00 – What people truly worship in modern culture31:00 – Why young people must learn American history
Transcribe →Why You Feel Lost, Angry & Disconnected
May 2200:55:20Tap to summarizeThis week on The Ben Peterson Show, we dive into one of the most important conversations happening in our culture today, the hidden science behind violence, identity, and human behavior.Ben sits down with violence prevention expert Robert Mahoney to unpack why violence is rarely random, how people slowly spiral toward destruction, and what society continues to misunderstand about anger, trauma, isolation, and belonging.From mass shootings and gang culture to AI addiction and emotional isolation, this conversation reveals the deeper psychological and spiritual crisis shaping modern culture.Robert explains how identity, purpose, and community can either heal people, or pull them toward darkness. Together, Ben and Robert explore the warning signs most people miss, why technology is reshaping human connection, and how AI is beginning to replace real relationships for an entire generation.This episode is more than a conversation about violence, it’s about what happens when people lose meaning, lose connection, and lose hope.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://whenintelligenceisnthuman.comNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow us on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow us on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/ Follow us on Pray.com: / https://www.pray.com/benpetersonTimestamps:00:00 – Introduction to the science behind violence02:00 – Why violence is rarely random05:00 – The broken systems failing people in crisis10:00 – Identity, purpose, and community explained12:00 – Deconstructing radicalization and grievance culture15:00 – The Dayton shooter case study19:00 – Why prevention matters more than response22:00 – The connection between suicide and violence25:00 – Ben shares his Iraq combat anger experience27:00 – Why society misunderstands aggressive behavior31:00 – Intervention vs negotiation psychology35:00 – AI, Gen Z, and emotional dependency38:00 – How chatbots create emotional attachment40:00 – Dopamine addiction and social media42:00 – The terrifying unknown future of AI44:00 – Why AI struggles with contextual understanding46:00 – Surveillance culture and predictive technology50:00 – Why human connection still matters most53:00 – Helping struggling people before violence happens
Transcribe →13,000 Messages to Plan a Mass Shooting... WHO's RESPONSIBLE?!
May 2000:17:16Tap to summarizeThis week on The Ben Peterson Show, we confront one of the most unsettling questions of the AI era: what happens when artificial intelligence begins influencing darkness instead of restraining it?After reports surfaced involving mass shooting suspects allegedly using ChatGPT to help strategize attacks, Ben Peterson breaks down the deeper spiritual, cultural, and moral implications behind the rise of artificial intelligence. From emotional manipulation algorithms to the collapse of moral absolutes, this conversation explores how technology is shaping the next generation, and why discernment has never mattered more.This is not just a conversation about AI.It’s a conversation about truth, human nature, spiritual warfare, and the future of society.Ben challenges listeners to think critically about the technologies they trust, the voices shaping culture, and the urgency of staying grounded in faith during one of the most rapidly changing moments in human history.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://whenintelligenceisnthuman.comNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow us on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow us on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/ Follow us on Pray.com: / https://www.pray.com/benpetersonTimestamps:00:00 – Welcome to The Ben Peterson Show01:15 – The mission of Engage Your Destiny02:20 – Prayer for revival, the military, and America03:30 – Reports of AI-assisted mass shooting planning06:00 – How AI algorithms and language models work07:45 – The 13,000-message ChatGPT controversy09:00 – Moral relativism and the dangers of AI without safeguards10:45 – “The speed to sin is only gonna get faster”11:40 – Relationship with God vs relationship with technology13:00 – Introducing “When Intelligence Isn’t Human”14:20 – The real-world consequences for families15:00 – OpenAI, responsibility, and the future of AI ethics15:45 – AI robots, morality, and dangerous future questions16:20 – Spiritual preparedness in the age of AI17:00 – Final challenge and call to action
Transcribe →AI Religion: Trillion Dollar Business? Be Prepared for Great Deception!
May 1300:18:10Tap to summarizeThis week on The Ben Peterson Show, we confront one of the most dangerous spiritual and cultural shifts of our generation: artificial intelligence becoming a false source of truth, purpose, and even worship.As AI rapidly advances, some of the world’s leading technologists are already discussing AI-generated religions, AI “Messiah” figures, and the future of digital spirituality. What happens when faith becomes a trillion-dollar business model? What happens when people begin turning to machines for guidance meant to come from God?Ben Peterson breaks down the rise of AI religion, the commercialization of faith, the dangers of deception, and why this generation must learn to use AI as a tool — not a guide for the soul.From AI avatars of Jesus and Buddha, to the growing conversation around AI consciousness and purpose, this episode explores why humanity is entering a defining moment unlike anything we’ve seen before.WATCH UNTIL THE END - this story could change how you see pain, purpose and the power of redemption. Engage Your Destiny (EYD) is a 501(c)3 on a mission to help combat the deadly epidemic of military suicide with faith. 📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 PRE-ORDER BEN’S NEW BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1637636237?tag=simonsayscomNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow us on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow us on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/ Follow us on Pray.com: / https://www.pray.com/benpeterson⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction: AI, faith, and the future of culture01:30 – Engage Your Destiny’s mission and the Guardian program02:15 – Ben’s new AI book and helping families navigate technology03:30 – AI-generated Jesus and Buddha avatars04:30 – Religion becoming a trillion-dollar business05:45 – Why AI cannot replace a relationship with God06:30 – Pendulum Theory and generational collapse cycles08:00 – “Me” generations vs “We” generations08:45 – Prosperity gospel and commercialization of faith10:30 – The dangers of turning religion into entertainment11:15 – Anthropic, Claude AI, and “child of God” discussions12:15 – Technology accelerating human sin13:00 – AI relationships, sex robots, and moral collapse13:45 – “The Great Deception” and Matthew 2414:30 – AI-created religions and digital messiahs15:15 – Why people will begin worshiping AI16:00 – Wars, rumors of wars, and the birth pains of the end times16:45 – Rachel’s childbirth story and spiritual preparation17:30 – Awakening your spirit in the age of AI18:15 – Final warning: use AI as a tool, not your guide
Transcribe →ANNOUNCING: The Ben Peterson Show!
May 600:10:22Tap to summarizeThis week, we step into a pivotal moment on the Engage Your Destiny Podcast as we introduce The Ben Peterson Show—a new chapter focused on faith, culture, and the rising influence of artificial intelligence.As technology rapidly reshapes the world, a deeper question emerges: are we using AI as a tool… or allowing it to become our guide?In this episode, Ben Peterson shares the heart behind the rebrand and unpacks a critical tension facing this generation—how to navigate faith in an age where answers are instant, but wisdom is often missing. Through real-life stories and personal conviction, he reveals the difference between creating with purpose and outsourcing the very voice God placed within us.This message goes beyond technology. It’s about identity, discernment, and the responsibility of believers to remain grounded in truth while engaging a changing world.📢 WANT TO BE PART OF THE MISSION? | Help us continue to reach U.S. military members, veterans, and their families- ❤️ DONATE TODAY: http://engageyourdestiny.org/becomeaguardian📕 READ THE STORY THAT'S CHANGING LIVES: https://engageyourdestiny.org/bookNEW EPISODES EVERY WEDNESDAY! SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS to see how faith is impacting our soldiers. Want to see more behind-the-scenes, more interviews, or something different? Drop a comment or leave a review!LET'S CONNECT: Follow us on Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/engagedestiny Follow us on Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/engage.your.destiny/ Follow us on Pray.com: / https://www.pray.com/benpetersonTimestamps:00:00 – Introduction to The Ben Peterson Show01:00 – Why the rebrand from Engage Your Destiny Podcast02:00 – Faith in the age of AI and cultural shifts03:00 – The critical question: tool or guide?04:00 – Using AI as a tool (real-world business example)05:30 – The danger of using AI as a guide06:30 – Choosing prayer over instant answers07:30 – Waiting, seeking, and receiving clarity08:00 – The growing reliance on AI for direction08:30 – Gen Z, AI, and the crisis of guidance09:00 – A call to lead, think, and live differently
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