The Ben Peterson Show

Engage Your Destiny
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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.

  1. Sep 9

    Why You’re Busy All Day but Still Not Moving Forward | David Benham

    This week on The Ben Peterson Show, Ben sits down with bestselling author, entrepreneur, and Christian leader David Benham to talk about faith, artificial intelligence, parenting, and protecting your identity in a digital world.David shares how standing firm in his faith cost him his HGTV show, and why knowing who you are matters before culture tries to define you.They also discuss how distraction can lead to deception and division, why endless scrolling steals your traction, and the difference between using technology as a tool versus being consumed by it.Plus, they explore raising children in the digital age, setting healthy boundaries, and staying grounded in faith as AI becomes part of everyday life.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 - David Benham on distraction, deception, and division01:00 - Welcome to The Ben Peterson Show01:30 - Introducing David Benham02:20 - From professional baseball to building businesses03:15 - How David and his brother landed an HGTV show04:00 - The pressure that came with standing for their faith05:00 - Losing HGTV and choosing conviction over opportunity06:20 - How David creates guardrails around technology and AI07:10 - The devil distracts, deceives, and divides08:15 - Is technology a tool or a toy?09:00 - Producer vs. consumer and breaking the scrolling cycle10:00 - Creating healthy technology boundaries at home11:00 - The four phases of parenting12:00 - Speaking identity over children in the digital age13:00 - Why Ben had to write When Intelligence Isn't Human14:00 - Emotional intelligence meets artificial intelligence15:00 - Knowing your identity in the age of AI16:00 - David's endorsement and final thoughts

  2. Sep 2

    Russell Brand: The World Is Keeping You Empty on Purpose

    This week on The Ben Peterson Show: Faith for the Way Forward, Ben sits down with Russell Brand for a powerful conversation about finding Jesus, the spiritual battle for our attention, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence.Russell opens up about his life before Christ, from addiction and fame to New Age spirituality and searching for fulfillment in everything the world promised would satisfy. Despite success and influence, he realized none of it could answer the deeper spiritual longing inside him.He also shares the moment he encountered Christ and knew that Jesus was exactly who He said He was.Ben and Russell then explore one of the biggest questions facing Christians today: What happens when technology becomes powerful enough to imitate intelligence, manipulate attention, and make it harder to distinguish what is real from what is artificial?They discuss AI, deception, identity, culture, spiritual warfare, and why our relationship with Christ must remain at the center of everything.Russell puts it simply:“It don't matter who's in the White House. It matters who's in your heart.”And when it comes to AI:“The only way of thwarting the threat of AI is 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 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 | Russell Brand on faith before finding Jesus02:15 | What Russell believed before Christ04:30 | Addiction and the search for something spiritual07:00 | Fame, success, and still feeling incomplete10:30 | The moment Russell encountered Jesus12:20 | Why so many men feel like they're not enough14:00 | Finding your true identity in God20:00 | Russell Brand’s mission after coming to Christ25:00 | “Culture has replaced God”29:20 | Can AI become a tool of deception?30:00 | Why technology means power33:30 | When AI makes it difficult to know what is real36:00 | “The only way of thwarting the threat of AI is God”42:00 | “It doesn't matter who's in the White House”43:00 | Ben's warning about the future of AI47:00 | Ben shares a life-changing experience from Iraq51:00 | Crisis and encountering Christ54:30 | Why Russell says his own solutions failed56:00 | A message to young U.S. service members58:00 | Faith, friendship, and final thoughts

  3. Aug 26

    Why John Rich Says AI Could Become a Dangerous Spiritual Deception | The Ben Peterson Show

    This week on The Ben Peterson Show, Ben sits down with country music artist, entrepreneur, and outspoken Christian John Rich for a powerful conversation about faith, military service, spiritual warfare, artificial intelligence, and what it means to stand for truth in a rapidly changing world.John opens up about his personal journey from success, addiction, gambling, anger, and arrogance to rediscovering his faith and finding a deeper purpose beyond fame. He shares how his father’s ministry shaped him, why he believes Christians must be willing to stand for truth, and why he now measures his life by significance instead of success.The conversation then turns to America’s military, battlefield miracles, the importance of supporting service members and their families, and the mission of Engage Your Destiny. John even becomes a Guardian of a Soldier, committing to support active-duty service members through prayer, discipleship, food, fellowship, and faith.But the conversation takes an even deeper turn when Ben asks John about artificial intelligence.“AI is mankind’s attempt to replace God.”From AI-powered warfare and autonomous drones to biblical prophecy, deception, the Book of Revelation, and the future of humanity, John shares his unfiltered perspective on where technology could be taking us—and why Christians must learn to recognize the voice of God above the voice of technology.John also reveals an incredible surprise: a first look at his upcoming Big & Rich song “Hello AI,” written as a direct challenge to artificial intelligence and a reminder of what machines can never possess—a soul, genuine love, freedom, or the breath of life.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/

  4. Jul 23

    BEN ZOBRIST | World Series MVP Reveals His Hidden Battle

    This week on The Ben Peterson Show, former World Series MVP Ben Zobrist shares the side of success that very few people ever see.After reaching the highest level in professional baseball, winning multiple World Series championships, and accomplishing everything he had dreamed of, Ben found himself battling anxiety, emptiness, and even suicidal thoughts. In this honest conversation, he opens up about how God met him in his lowest moment and completely transformed the way he understood identity, purpose, and success.From learning that achievement could never define his worth to discovering the power of emotional resilience, healthy relationships, and a deeper walk with Christ, Ben shares practical wisdom for athletes, military members, leaders, and anyone carrying the pressure to perform.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 – Meet World Series MVP Ben Zobrist01:40 – The hidden cost of achieving every dream04:20 – "You can't breathe at the top of the mountain"07:00 – Success, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts09:00 – The moment God told Ben, "You are enough"11:00 – Advice for young men chasing greatness15:00 – Preparing for pressure before it comes19:00 – Building emotional resilience and balance22:00 – Practical habits for emotional awareness25:00 – Why slowing down makes you stronger26:30 – Champion Forward and investing in young athletes28:30 – Ben's new book: Prepare for the Pressure31:00 – Faith, technology, and finding your identity35:00 – Why AI can never replace human connection38:00 – Final encouragement for leaders, athletes, and military families

  5. Jul 15

    Before You Trust AI... Watch This First

    This week on The Ben Peterson Show, Ben Peterson shares one of his most urgent messages yet on the intersection of faith, artificial intelligence, and the future of our world. Drawing from Scripture, military experience, and history, Ben explains why he believes our generation is witnessing the modern-day Tower of Babel, and why Christians cannot afford to be spiritually asleep.From the rise of AI and its impact on culture, to the cycles of history that have shaped nations for centuries, this message explores how technology, truth, and faith are colliding in unprecedented ways. Ben also shares his personal journey from the battlefield to ministry, revealing how God transformed deep pain into a mission to reach military members with the hope of Christ.More than a warning, this is a call to prepare. As darkness increases, God is raising up His Church for one of the greatest spiritual awakenings in history. The question is: will we decrease so Christ can increase?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 – The greatest evil and greatest good will collide01:00 – Welcome to The Ben Peterson Show02:00 – The military revival and Engage Your Destiny05:00 – America at a turning point06:00 – The Vikings story and the gift of time09:00 – "He must increase, I must decrease"10:00 – Hard times create strong men15:00 – Why history repeats itself16:00 – AI and the modern Tower of Babel18:00 – The spiritual battle behind artificial intelligence20:00 – Why Christians must stay awake20:30 – The Great Awakening and hope for revival22:00 – Three ways to decrease so Christ can increase25:00 – AI, Gen Z, and the future of faith26:00 – Ben's testimony from combat to Christ28:00 – Prayer and surrender30:00 – Reaching military members with the Gospel31:00 – Become a Guardian and help save lives

  6. Jul 8

    Could America Defend Against an AI War? | Sean Hagerty

    This week on the Engage Your Destiny Podcast, Ben Peterson sits down with a retired Special Operations veteran who spent more than 25 years serving America on the front lines of modern warfare.From surviving brutal firefights in Afghanistan to helping advise America's Defense Science Board on the future of AI and national security, Sean Hagerty shares what he's learned about courage, faith, leadership, and the rapidly changing battlefield.But this conversation goes far beyond military stories.What happens when artificial intelligence begins making decisions faster than humans? Is drone warfare replacing soldiers? Is China really prepared to challenge America? And what happens when technology begins changing not just warfare, but the way we live, think, and worship?Sean offers a rare insider perspective on the future of AI, autonomous weapons, cybersecurity, America's military readiness, and why faith has never been more important in an increasingly digital world.If you've ever wondered where technology, national security, and biblical faith collide, this conversation is one you don't want to miss.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 & Why This Conversation Matters01:15 Sean Hagerty's Military Career & Faith Journey04:30 First Combat Deployment to Afghanistan08:00 Surviving a Three-Hour Firefight12:00 Faith Under Fire, Trusting God in Combat17:00 What Modern Fear Reveals About Our Culture20:30 Has America Lost Its Moral Foundation?23:30 China, Taiwan & America's Military Advantage30:00 AI, Autonomous Drones & The Future of Warfare37:00 Can Artificial Intelligence Outpace Humanity?43:00 AI Hacking, Cyber Warfare & National Security47:00 Microwave Weapons, Drones & Tomorrow's Battlefield50:00 Could America Become Its Own Greatest Threat?53:00 Technology, Faith & Why Human Connection Still Matters

  7. Jul 4

    America 250! A Special 4th of July Message

    This Independence Day, join Ben Peterson for a special message celebrating 250 years of America and the incredible story of faith, freedom, and God's providence.As America marks its 250th birthday, Ben reflects on the courage of the Founding Fathers, the miracles that shaped our nation, and why gratitude, prayer, and unity matter now more than ever. From the Revolutionary War to today's cultural challenges, this message is a reminder that America has endured because of sacrifice, resilience, and God's faithfulness.This is more than a celebration of history. It's a call for every believer to pray for our nation, support those defending our freedom, and become a light for the Gospel in a generation that desperately needs 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 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/Timestamps00:00 – Happy Birthday America: A Prayer for the Nation02:00 – The Founding Fathers and America's Impossible Beginning03:15 – Why America Has Been a Light to the World04:05 – The Power of Gratitude and God's Blessing04:45 – America's Greatest Trials Throughout History05:25 – A Call to Pray for America, Our Military, and Our Leaders05:55 – Celebrating America's 250th Birthday

  8. Jul 2

    Emergency PODCAST: AI Just hacked the National Security Agency

    Artificial intelligence is advancing faster than anyone expected. But what happens when AI becomes powerful enough to challenge national security, reshape global power, and influence the way we seek truth?In this emergency episode of The Ben Peterson Show, Ben unpacks the shocking reports surrounding AI systems capable of exposing vulnerabilities in one of the world's most secure intelligence agencies, why government leaders are beginning to intervene, and what the race toward Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could mean for every person alive.More importantly, this conversation isn't just about technology. It's about faith.As AI becomes more intelligent, more persuasive, and more integrated into our daily lives, Christians must wrestle with an important question: Are we allowing technology to become our guide instead of God?Ben explores the biblical story of Saul consulting a medium, the dangers of seeking guidance from artificial intelligence, and why believers must remain grounded in God's Word in an age where information is unlimited but wisdom is increasingly rare.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 – AI reportedly hacks the National Security Agency02:10 – Why this emergency episode matters03:00 – Government response and the AI freeze05:00 – The global AI race with China07:20 – What Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) really is10:00 – Why AI raises spiritual concerns12:20 – Moral relativism and the dangers of AI14:10 – Saul, mediums, and seeking guidance16:00 – AI as a tool, not a guide18:15 – Dopamine, smartphones, and spiritual formation19:40 – Preparing your faith for the age of AI20:30 – Ben's new book and how you can support the mission

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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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  • Creator
    Engage Your Destiny
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    163
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2026 Engage Your Destiny
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    The Ben Peterson Show

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