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What Are We Talking About?18. Why Are Certain Crimes "Justified"? | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisIn this episode of What Are We Talking About?, host Ben Lewis breaks down the thin line between activism and anarchy through a Christian conservative lens. We’re diving deep into the headlines that are dominating our screens—from high-stakes jewelry heists in London to the destruction of property during political protests in the U.S.Is stealing a diamond watch different from looting a sneaker shop if you claim it’s for "justice"? Or are they both symptoms of the same spiritual decay?The London Heist vs. Political Riots: Comparing the "unadulterated greed" of jewelr...
2026-02-0620 minWhat Are We Talking About?17. You're a Christian...Dealing with Conflict and Boundaries | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisFamily conflict can drain your spirit, test your faith, and leave you wondering: Is it unchristian to step back? In this episode of What Are We Talking About?, Ben Lewis dives into the overlooked biblical wisdom behind boundaries, distance, and self-protection.This is not about revenge or giving up on people. It’s about choosing peace over perpetual warfare.Using scripture from Proverbs, Romans, 2 Timothy, and the teachings of Jesus, Ben explores when forgiveness is required — but access is not — and how to protect your spiritual and emotional health from destructive relationships. If you’ve ever bee...
2026-02-0515 min
What Are We Talking About?5. Safe Harbor - The Robe and the Ring | Devotional Day 5 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisSafe Harbor | A 5-Day Devotional SeriesWhen the Prodigal Son finally reached home, the Father didn't put him on probation; He put him at the head of the table. By calling for the best robe, the signet ring, and the sandals, the Father was making a public declaration of restoration. He wasn't just bringing a wanderer home; He was reinstating a son to his full authority and honor.In the final day of our Safe Harbor series, we explore the radical conclusion of the journey: the celebration. Many of us live as...
2026-01-2303 min
What Are We Talking About?4. Safe Harbor - The God Who Runs | Devotional Day 4 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisSafe Harbor | A 5-Day Devotional SeriesEpisode Description:In the ancient world, a dignified man did not run. To do so, he would have to lift his robes and expose his ankles—an act considered deeply shameful. Yet, in the story of the Prodigal Son, we see a Father who abandons his dignity to preserve his child. He didn’t wait on the porch with his arms crossed, demanding an apology; the moment he saw his son on the horizon, he ran.In Day 4 of our Safe Harbor series, we examine the scan...
2026-01-2202 min
What Are We Talking About?3. Safe Harbor - The Myth of Earning Your Way Back | Devotional Day 3 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisSafe Harbor | A 5-Day Devotional SeriesWhen we mess up, our first instinct is often to trade our "sonship" for a "contract." We see this in the Prodigal Son as he walks home, rehearsing his speech: “Make me like one of your hired servants.” He was ready to pivot from a relationship to a transaction, believing that if he couldn't be a son, he could at least earn his keep.In Day 3 of our Safe Harbor series, we deconstruct the exhausting myth of performance-based faith. We often think that after a season of w...
2026-01-2102 min
What Are We Talking About?2. Safe Harbor - When the Money Runs Out | Devotional Day 2 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisSafe Harbor | A 5-Day Devotional SeriesThe most dangerous moment in our lives isn't usually the "pigpen"—it’s the moment just before the money runs out, while the music is still playing and the illusion of independence is still intact.In Day 2 of our Safe Harbor series, we look at the turning point of the Prodigal Son’s journey: the arrival of the famine. We often view our struggles and our "dry seasons" as signs of failure, but what if they are actually a severe mercy? Today, we explore how God uses t...
2026-01-2002 min
What Are We Talking About?1. Safe Harbor - The Mirage of Elsewhere | Devotional Day 1 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisSafe Harbor | A 5-Day Devotional SeriesWe live in a culture that thrives on the "mirage of elsewhere"—the idea that a new job, a different city, or total independence will finally make us feel alive. But as the younger son in Luke 15 discovered, the distant country is high on promises and low on delivery.In this special 5-day series, Safe Harbor, we explore what it means to stop performing for God’s favor and start living from it. Each episode offers a soul-searching reflection on the Parable of the Prodigal Son, help...
2026-01-1903 minWhat Are We Talking About?16. The Minnesota Meltdown and 9 Other Stories You Missed | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisThe mainstream media playbook is back in Minneapolis, but are you seeing the full picture? In today’s deep dive, we cross-examine the January 7th fatal ICE shooting of Renee Nicole Good. Is it "state violence," or a calculated deflection from the $19 billion Minnesota fraud scandal currently rocking the state’s leadership? We break down the facts vs. the narrative through a biblical lens of personal responsibility and truth.Plus, we cover the 9 massive stories you missed since December 10th:Operation Absolute Resolve: The inside story of the surgical strike in Caracas that captured Nicolas Madu...
2026-01-1424 min
What Are We Talking About?15. The Greatest Gift...Free of Charge | The Real Importance of Christmas | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisAre you missing the true meaning of Christmas? Host Ben Lewis of the What Are We Talking About? podcast digs into the Christmas Story as told in the Book of Luke to reveal an incredible, life-changing message that demands more than a passing thought once a year. This is more than a lovely ancient fairy tale—it's an invitation to a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.In this faith-based podcast episode, Ben dives into three powerful points that prove why the baby in a manger is the Savior, Christ the Lord.The Unexpected Re...
2025-12-1020 minWhat Are We Talking About?14. COVID-19 Shot Revelations | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisJoin host Ben Lewis every week on "What Are We Talking About?" for a deep dive into the stories the mainstream media won't touch. We cut through the noise and deliver unfiltered conservative commentary and the facts you need to make informed decisions for your family.In this episode, we tackle the monumental admission from the FDA regarding the COVID-19 vaccine safety. Ben Lewis breaks down the internal memo from a chief medical officer that suggests the mRNA vaccine contributed to the deaths of American children. This is the profound revelation every parent, employee, and concerned citizen...
2025-12-0213 min
What Are We Talking About?5. Jesus, Politics, and Kingdom Culture | Devotional Day 5 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisJesus, Politics, and Kingdom CultureDevotional Day 5: Salt and Light in Society ✨Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 11/30/2025
2025-12-0102 min
What Are We Talking About?4. Jesus, Politics, and Kingdom Culture | Devotional Day 4 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisJesus, Politics, and Kingdom CultureDevotional Day 4: The Mission of Love, Not Division ❤️Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 11/30/2025
2025-12-0102 min
What Are We Talking About?3. Jesus, Politics, and Kingdom Culture | Devotional Day 3 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisJesus, Politics, and Kingdom CultureDevotional Day 3: A Servant's Leadership 🤝Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 11/30/2025
2025-12-0102 minWhat Are We Talking About?13. Thanksgiving and Black Friday | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisIs Thanksgiving just a myth about Pilgrims and turkey? And has Black Friday always been about doorbuster deals? In this special holiday episode of What Are We Talking About?, host Ben Lewis strips away the revisionist history and consumer gloss to reveal the gritty, theological reality of Plymouth and the chaotic, true origins of retail’s biggest day.In This Episode:We explore the "Starving Time" of 1620 to uncover the deep Christian theology of gratitude that defined the Pilgrim story—moving beyond the secular "Turkey Day" narrative to a biblical worldview of providence. Then, we pivot to the...
2025-11-2722 minWhat Are We Talking About?12. Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, and The Terminator | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisAre we standing at the dawn of a new utopia, or are we inching closer to the plot of Terminator 2?In this episode, host Ben Lewis cuts through the tech jargon, billion-dollar valuations, and fear-mongering to ask the ultimate question: What is Artificial Intelligence actually doing to the human experience?From ChatGPT and Google Gemini to the dark corners of AI companionship, we aren’t just talking about code—we’re talking about consequences. Join us as we explore the blurring line between reality and simulation, and whether we are evolving as a species or simply...
2025-11-2634 min
What Are We Talking About?2. Jesus, Politics, and Kingdom Culture | Devotional Day 2 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisJesus, Politics, and Kingdom CultureDevotional Day 2: Render to Caesar That Which Is Caesar'sHost: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 11/19/2025
2025-11-2603 min
What Are We Talking About?1. Jesus, Politics, and Kingdom Culture | Devotional Day 1 | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisJesus, Politics, and Kingdom CultureDevotional Day 1: A Kingdom Not Of This WorldHost: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 11/19/2025
2025-11-1904 minWhat Are We Talking About?11. Who's Paying Your Bills? | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisIn the wake of the government shutdown and the end of COVID-era aid, how much should we truly rely on Washington for our financial security?Host Ben Lewis dives into a concept that seems to be disappearing from the national conversation: Self-Reliance. It’s time to talk about the harsh math of government dependency and the "Poverty Trap" that punishes hard work.In this explosive episode, we examine:⚠️ The Massive Disincentive to Work: How earning an extra dollar can cost you 80-90 cents in lost benefits, effectively acting as a prohibitive tax on your e...
2025-11-1816 minWhat Are We Talking About?10. Story Time...My Telephone Girlfriend | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisThis is the story about the time that I thought that I found the love of my life due to some incredible coincidence, spoiler alert, she wasn't what I thought she was...Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 11/08/2025
2025-11-1018 minWhat Are We Talking About?9. M.A.I.D...This Can't Be Real Life | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisIn this episode we discuss M.A.I.D. or Medical Assistance In Death, a legal practice in Canada, making sure it doesn't make its way here, and the Christian response.Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 11/06/2025
2025-11-0616 minWhat Are We Talking About?8. Story Time...Youth Hunting Parent Fail | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisHave you ever felt like you were a good parent only to be followed up immediately by the feeling of total failure, this happened to me on Day 1 of Youth Hunting Season this year, I set my kids up to succeed at hunting, only to possibly derail them socially.Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 11/03/2025
2025-11-0325 minWhat Are We Talking About?7. You're A Christian... What About Halloween? | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisIn this episode we discuss whether or not Christians should celebrate Halloween, spoiler alert, I like candy! I will also include a clip from The Kirk Cameron Show where he discusses this topic, he's a very strong Christian and has a good handle on this topic, enjoy!Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 10/30/2025
2025-10-3012 minWhat Are We Talking About?6. Amy Bradley...Where Is She? | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisThis is a commentary on the disappearance of Amy Bradley off of a Royal Carribean cruise 27 years ago, we look into theories from the Netflix Docuseries and the new information in the Fox News article.Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 10/28/2025
2025-10-2811 minWhat Are We Talking About?5. Betting On The NBA...Take The Under. | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisLet's talk about the FBI's investigation into illegal betting operation and poker game scandal involving up to 12 different NBA connected people. This is a fun one to break down, if you see it differently than me, let me know.Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 10/24/2025
2025-10-2418 minWhat Are We Talking About?4. You're A Christian...But What Kind? | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisIn this episode we talk about being a Christian and what our responsiblity is to non believers. This is a discussion based on the sermon Pastor Robert Madu preached at Social Dallas entitled Crashing Out, it's a powerful word, check it out.Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 10/21/2025
2025-10-2113 minWhat Are We Talking About?3. War on Drugs...Except It's For Real. | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisThe drug crisis has escalated into an invasion, with over 100,000 Americans dying annually from an enemy called fentanyl. This isn't the old War on Drugs—this one's real.Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 10/21/2025
2025-10-2107 minWhat Are We Talking About?2. The Drive-Thru Line Is Long...Get The Guns! | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisThis was a reaction to the Fox News story called, 'McDonalds Worker Shoots Customer in the Neck', click the link to read the story, enjoy:)Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 10/19/2025
2025-10-2009 minWhat Are We Talking About?1. No Kings Day...Are We For Real With This? | What Are We Talking About? | Ben LewisMy thoughts on No Kings Day and a discussion I had with a Military Veteran Protester.Host: Ben LewisWebsite: 428 PodcastsEmail: benlewis.upnext@gmail.comRecord Date: 10/18/2025
2025-10-1913 min