This week on the Engage Your Destiny Podcast, Ben Peterson brings a message every warrior needs: the fear of the Lord, the battle you’re in, and why the voice of God must matter more than the critics around you.

From Psalm 25, Ben unpacks how honoring God unlocks direction, prosperity, and inheritance—not only for us, but for the generations that follow. He shares how every struggle you face is building a legacy for those who come after you… and how God confides His secrets in those He can trust.

Ben also breaks down Teddy Roosevelt’s iconic “Man in the Arena” charge, reminding us that victory only belongs to those who dare greatly. The critics don’t count. The ones who step into the fight do.

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Timestamps
00:00 – Ben opens the message & mission of EYD
01:00 – Praying for a move of God on military bases
02:20 – Psalm 25 and the fear of the Lord
04:00 – Why we care more about critics than God’s voice
05:00 – Your battle is building inheritance
06:10 – God confides in those He can trust
08:00 – The “Man in the Arena” and silencing critics
09:10 – You can’t win victory without risking defeat
09:55 – God warns Ben to write his next book
10:50 – Delayed obedience removes grace
11:30 – A call to fear God, obey quickly, and step into your assignment

This week we dive into Eric Newberry’s powerful story on the Engage Your Destiny Podcast — a story of trauma, redemption, and the unstoppable power of God’s love.

From losing his mother at age two, surviving abuse, addiction, and suicidal thoughts, to encountering Jesus in his darkest hour—Eric’s story is nothing short of miraculous. What began as a prayer in a small 10x10 room became a life transformed by the Holy Spirit, leading him from pain to purpose.

Today, Eric and his wife Sammy are missionaries and modern-day abolitionists, rescuing over 15,000 people from slavery in Pakistan—freeing families, launching small businesses, and restoring hope through faith.

This episode is more than a testimony—it’s a reminder that God never leaves, never forsakes, and always redeems. From the brokenness of childhood to the miracles of global freedom, Eric’s journey shows what happens when you surrender everything to Jesus.

In this powerful episode of the Engage Your Destiny Podcast, Navy EOD Commander Brad Penley opens up about his journey from war to redemption — from clearing bombs on the battlefield to breaking free from the emotional and spiritual battles within.

After years of performance-driven success, hidden addiction, and personal collapse, Brad discovered that his real war wasn’t in Afghanistan — it was in his heart.
Through tragedy, loss, and a radical encounter with faith, Brad’s story reveals the true cost of high performance without healing — and the redeeming power of Jesus to make all things new.