Episodes
Jennie Allen reminds us that there is healing in confession through connecting with people, connecting with God, and saying it out loud instead of hiding behind a wall of shame. Through Christ, we have been empowered to throw off the weight and sin that entangles us so that we can run the race that God has for us.
Published 03/22/22
In the final session of Passion 2022, Louie addresses two foundational questions: Who are we? And why are we here? As we come to understand that God is the author and creator of our lives and that we are written into His story rather than our own, we can answer these questions of identity and purpose through Jesus.
Published 03/22/22
Christine Caine brings a powerful and purposeful word encouraging this generation to live with a different spirit and wholehearted devotion to Jesus. Through the book of Numbers and the story of Caleb, we are shown what it means to advance the gospel in our generation.
Published 03/22/22
Louie Giglio introduces the talks from Passion 2022 with the world, calling all of us to live our lives for what matters most: bringing glory to Jesus.
Published 03/22/22
Louie closes out this season of Back to the Benz by sitting down with four other team members who spearhead the Passion Movement: Shelley Giglio, Jonathan Sheehan, Misty Paige and Brad Jones. Together, they talk through what it takes to plan and execute a large stadium event like Passion 2022— zooming in on some of the specifics like choosing the size and location of a venue, and zooming out on things like how to hold the tension between hard work and faith that God will come through. Rooted...
Published 12/28/21
On this episode, Levi Lusko joins Louie as they explore what sets apart great preaching and how young communicators can continue to grow and learn in their craft. Pulling from past experiences of sharing at Passion, Levi walks through some of his process of prepartion and reminds us why stepping outside your comfort zone and trusting God is the best place to be. Throw in some thoughts on space and communion on the moon and it's another incredible conversation as we journey back to the...
Published 12/21/21
As this season of Back to the Benz rolls on, Louie sits down with Christine Caine to talk about fruitful purpose and the power of God that is still at work in this generation. Many of us can get caught looking back at what we’ve walked through, but God in His faithfulness is moving us towards a new day, inviting us into His Story. - Learn more about Christine Caine and her newest book, How Did I Get Here?, at christinecaine.com.
Published 12/14/21
As Louie continues the road Back to the Benz, he's joined by Ben Stuart, pastor of Passion City Church D.C. Together, they talk about why every seat has life-changing potential at Passion 2022. But why is it important to be in the room? Because as Ben says, if you've only ever heard about Passion, it's similar to the difference between looking at a picture of the Grand Canyon and actually standing at the outer rim. There's more to behold, and the time to gather is now.
Published 12/07/21
Louie opens up this new, 1.5 season of the Passion and Purpose Podcast with his good friends Sadie and Christian Huff. As Louie and Passion get ready to go "Back to the Benz", each conversation will feature a particular vantage point all geared towards what God is going to do at Passion 2022. In this episode, Sadie and Christian share what makes them so focused on cultivating a fervent faith and why their hearts beat for this generation to prioritize and practice a true, authentic life lived...
Published 11/30/21
Louie and his dear friends, Jay and Katherine Wolf, share hard-won wisdom on how to not only endure suffering but how to thrive and flip our pain into our platform. Filled with practical tips and powerful theology, this conversation will help each of us overcome hurdles and hardship as we learn to lean into God through it all. - To learn more about Jay and Katherine Wolf or to grab a copy of their newest book, Suffer Strong, visit hopeheals.com.
Published 10/19/21
Inspired by the book The Shard by Howard Watson, Louie gets practical on what it looks like to have a great vision that disrupts everything—until that vision becomes what people want to be a part of. Drawn from the life and work of Irvine Sellar, this episode explores the realities of reframing big problems into big possibilities and what it truly costs to create something that will stand the test of time. - This talk comes from LIFT 2021—a Creative Collective held by Passion to gather people...
Published 10/12/21
We are hard pressed to go 3 seconds without thinking, so if we aren't aware or willing to take action, our thoughts will end up running our lives. To address this war in our minds, Louie Giglio sits down with Dr. Caroline Leaf to discuss how both science and Scripture point us towards eliminating toxic thoughts and building healthy mental practices.
Published 10/05/21
Louie Giglio is joined by Astronaut Shane Kimbrough, currently the only living American to have flown to space on three different spacecraft. In this conversation, Shane shares strategic ways to pursue big passions with intentionality, skill, and maturity. From Shane's unique vantage point, learn how to launch into your best next step.
Published 09/28/21
In this episode, Louie sits down with his better half, the one and only Shelley Giglio, for a rewarding and real glimpse into their story, their heartbeat, and their pursuit of the only name that truly matters: Jesus. Shelley gives great clarity around the idea of what it means to worship God and how we can practically and tangibly grow in wisdom as we deepen our pursuit of Jesus.
Published 09/21/21
How do you know which opportunities to say yes to and what paths to follow in regards to your gifting and talent? How do you discern the right ways to transform the skills that God has given you into kingdom impact? How do you not let those very talents draw you away and take you out of the local Church, which Jesus calls us to be rooted in and tethered to? Louie talks with chart-topping artist KB on these ideas and much more in this episode of the Passion + Purpose Podcast.
Published 09/14/21
On this episode, Louie flips the script and invite good friend and leader Brad Lomenick in for an open interview about life, leadership, and the lessons that Louie has learned along the way. Full of insightful and relatable answers, Louie opens up about why he wrote Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table and what it has looked like for him to pursue his ultimate passion throughout his ministry.
Published 09/07/21
Do you know why you believe what you believe? On this episode on the Passion + Purpose podcast, Louie and his guest Priscilla Shirer spend time talking about why it matters to really understand the Scriptures and to grow in our ability to know God and dwell in His Word. If you're wanting to step onto the front-line that God is specifically calling you to, this episode will help encourage, inspire, and equip you towards that path.
Published 08/31/21
Where does inspiration come from and how can you cultivate that creative spark that's uniquely stirring within your heart? How can excellent work and deep passion open doors you never thought possible and lead you down paths you never knew existed? These are just a few of the many insights that Award-Winning Wave Photographer Ray Collins speaks to during Louie's most recent conversation on the Passion + Purpose Podcast.
Published 08/24/21
What does it mean to live and lead like Jesus? What is God looking to invest into our souls in these days and who are we becoming that will allow us and the Church to flourish? Louie invites John Mark Comer to a conversation about faith, culture, hurry, joy, and learning to walk with God intimately and intentionally. John Mark Comer is is the founding pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon, a teacher and writer with Practicing the Way, and the bestselling author of The Ruthless...
Published 08/17/21
"Obey God and leave all of the consequences to Him." Dr. Charles Stanley has leveraged his life for Jesus and the Kingdom like few others in the last generations. In this first episode of the Passion + Purpose podcast, Louie and Dr. Stanley talk about what it means to be called to ministry, how to endure, and how to continue to walk in Godliness as a church leader, pastor, and student of the gospel.
Published 08/10/21
The Passion + Purpose Podcast invites you to discover how you can use your passion for the ultimate purpose—to bring God glory. Hosted by Louie Giglio, bestselling author of Don’t Give the Enemy A Seat At Your Table and Global Pastor of Passion City Church. He invites his friends from diverse spheres of life—scientists, business leaders, pastors, artists and more to spark vision on how listeners can leverage their life for what matters most.
Published 08/09/21
A reporter arrives at an execution off the tip of a fellow journalist and discovers a zealous group who claims one of the criminals is God, Himself. After the burial, he follows one of the women to the gravesite, only to witness that the grave is emptied.
Published 04/08/20
Our newest live album, Roar, Live from Passion 2020, is out today and we sat down with the men and women who led the way in those days to hear about what they remember, what they still can’t wrap their minds around, and how this record is full of life-changing moments.
Published 03/06/20