The Engage Your Destiny Podcast

In this week's episode of Engage Your Destiny, host Ben Peterson speaks with Army aviator and Marine veteran Paul Jordan, whose journey takes us from a violent childhood, family trauma, and war-torn skies… to divine protection, spiritual awakening, and purpose.

Paul’s story is emotional, intense, and deeply human. Raised in chaos, marked by abuse, and haunted by false accusations as a child, Paul turned to violence ...

What happens when you've lost all feeling—and all hope?
In this episode, Eric Newberry shares how hitting rock bottom led to a life of meaning, service, and global impact. His path from emotional shutdown and addiction to leading efforts that have helped free thousands from modern-day slavery is both powerful and deeply human.

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In this powerful message, Ben Peterson—veteran and founder of Engage Your Destiny—shares how to walk in the authority God has already given you. Drawing from the story of Solomon in 1 Kings 1, he teaches how to:

✔️ Recognize your God-given kingdom and calling

✔️ Hear from prophetic voices in your life

✔️ Walk in spiritual authority with boldness

✔️ Break victim mindsets and embrace leadership

In this deeply moving episode of Engage Your Destiny, host Ben Peterson speaks with Army veteran and anti-trafficking advocate Eric Newberry, whose life journey takes us from childhood trauma, addiction, and hopelessness… to resilience and a mission to set others free.
Eric’s story is raw and incredibly relevant. Raised in poverty and surrounded by addiction, Eric struggled with identity, worth, and the weight of loss—u...

What happens when a Navy SEAL reaches the end of himself — and a dream changes everything?

In this powerful episode of the Engage Your Destiny Podcast, host Ben Peterson sits down with Steven Leslie, a former Navy SEAL, who opens up about his traumatic childhood, intense SEAL training, near-death moments in combat, and the vivid dream that changed his life forever.

Steven shares his raw, unfiltered testim...

In this powerful episode, host Ben Peterson continues the conversation with Brad, a former Navy EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) officer. Brad shares raw, unfiltered stories from Afghanistan and Iraq — clearing deadly IEDs, surviving firefights, and leading elite teams under extreme pressure.

But the real battle? It wasn’t only on the battlefield.
Brad opens up about addiction, PTSD, failed relationships, pornog...

In this episode of the Engage Your Destiny podcast, CEO Ben Peterson hosts an inspiring conversation with Brad Penley, an EOD operator with over 22 years in the Navy. Brad shares his incredible story from growing up in Hickory, North Carolina, through his rigorous training in the Naval Academy, to facing real combat situations in Afghanistan. Alongside his military journey, Brad opens up about personal struggles with porno...

In this episode of the Engage Your Destiny podcast, host Ben Peterson shares a deeply personal and spiritual journey about pain, pruning, and God’s refining fire. From welcoming his newborn son Archer Jonathan to reflecting on overgrown bushes, Ben draws powerful lessons on why God allows messiness and suffering in our lives—and how it leads to true spiritual growth.

Through heartfelt storytelling, scripture from Jo...

In this episode of the Engage Your Destiny podcast, host Ben Peterson interviews Brady Duke, a former Navy SEAL who shares his profound journey from a warrior to a man of faith. Brady opens up about the challenges he faced in the SEALs, his battles with personal demons such as alcohol and pornography, and the deep internal struggle of finding his true identity. Listen to Brady's raw and emotional testimony of confessing hi...

This week we're sharing a sermon from, Ben Peterson, founder and CEO of Engage Your Destiny. Hear how he shares his remarkable journey from sitting in the pews of River Valley Church to launching a global military ministry, Engage Your Destiny!
Ben discusses his experiences in combat, addressing challenges faced by veterans and active-duty military personnel. He emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear, having hope,...

Join us for an incredible episode of the Engage Your Destiny podcast. 
Host Ben Peterson sits down with Brady Duke, a former Navy SEAL with an extraordinary journey. 
In this episode, Brady shares his upbringing in a military family, his challenging path through BUD/S training, and the intense mental and physical trials he faced. Get a firsthand account of life in SEAL training, the commitment required, and the trans...

Join us for a raw and powerful episode of the Engage Your Destiny podcast, featuring Kevin Polosky, a 27-year U.S. Army veteran with an unforgettable story. Founder & CEO of Engage Your Destiny, Ben Peterson, dives deep into Kevin’s journey—from combat deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kosovo to the personal battles that nearly cost him everything.

Kevin opens up about the weight of PTSD, alcoholism, and div...

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Join us for a raw and powerful episode of the Engage Your Destiny podcast, featuring Kevin Polosky, a 27-year U.S. Army veteran with an unforgettable story. Founder & CEO of Engage Your Destiny, Ben Peterson, dives deep into Kevin’s journey, from combat deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kosovo to the personal battles that nearly cost him everything.

Kevin opens up about the weight of P...

Welcome to the Engage Your Destiny podcast, hosted by Ben Peterson, founder and CEO of Engage Your Destiny. This episode focuses on the importance of being a witness for your faith, especially for our military veterans and their families. 
Ben dives into Acts 1:8 and discusses how Jesus called his disciples to be witnesses to those who killed Him, their enemies, and their captors. Through powerful anecdotes and personal...

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Welcome back to the Engage Your Destiny Podcast hosted by Ben Peterson, founder, and CEO of Engage Your Destiny. 
In this episode, we dive into part two of Jimmy May's extraordinary story. From his profound experiences in combat as a Navy SEAL to his heart-wrenching battle with PTSD and personal struggles, Jimmy shares the dreams an...

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Welcome to this week's episode of the Engage Your Destiny podcast, dedicated to serving our active military veterans and their families. 
This episode is a heartfelt message to soldiers stationed in Poland, Germany, and those supporting the war efforts in Ukraine, offering them encouragement and a sense of purpose. Through powerful anecdotes of addiction, bullying, military service, and a tra...

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In this episode of the Engage Your Destiny podcast, host Ben Peterson sits down with retired Navy SEAL Jimmy May—a warrior with an incredible story.

From growing up in El Paso to joining the Navy at 18, Jimmy takes us through his journey from nuclear mechanic to the elite SEAL teams. He opens up about grueling BUD/S training, intense combat missions in Iraq, and serving alongside leaders like ...

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Welcome to the Engage Your Destiny podcast! In this powerful episode, Ben Peterson, founder and CEO of Engage Your Destiny, shares the remarkable story of POW hero Robert Reisner. Learn how his faith and leadership inspired fellow captives during years of brutal torture. Dive deep into how division and a consumer mindset are tools Satan uses to destroy our generation, and discover practical way...

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Join us for PART 2 as we follow the incredible journey of a former Special Forces and CIA operative as he shares his story from military service to combatting child trafficking. Dive deep into his experiences with the 5th Special Forces Group, the emotional and moral complexities of serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the harsh realities of war. Hear from Matt and how ...