Welcome to the brand-new series from Christian Straight Talk — Fighting Talk, where spiritual boldness, biblical truth, and real-world challenges collide in every conversation.

In this opening episode, titled “The Believers War Room,” former Met Police officer and evangelist Simon Pinchbeck joins forces with Reverend Ben Cooper to dive deep into the reality of spiritual warfare. This is not about theory — this is about equipping Christians to fight the good fight of faith in the trenches of everyday life.

🔥 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Spiritual warfare unpacked — What does it really mean to be in a war as a believer?
• How to prepare your War Room — Creating a sacred space for powerful, consistent prayer and spiritual discipline.
• The weapons of our warfare — Learn how to wield the Word of God, prayer, fasting, and the power of the Holy Spirit.
• Personal stories and bold insights from Simon and Ben as they confront the realities of darkness and the victory found in Christ.

📖 Biblical Focus:

💥 Why You Should Listen:

In a world where Christians are under spiritual, mental, and cultural pressure, The Believers War Room is a wake-up call. It’s time to stand firm, pray without ceasing, and step into the authority given to you by Jesus Christ. Whether you’re battling fear, anxiety, addiction, or discouragement — this episode is for you.

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The title says it all…
We can’t do this alone.

In a world that praises independence and self-sufficiency, the truth of the Gospel reminds us of something deeper — we were never meant to walk this journey of life and faith on our own.

Join Reverend Ben and Simon in Part One of this heartfelt and Spirit-led conversation as they open up the Word and remind us that Christ must remain the centre of it all — in the joy, in the struggle, in the silence, and especially in the storm.

Life brings battles — emotional, spiritual, mental. And too often we try to fight them like lone rangers, pushing through in our own strength. But scripture makes it clear:

This episode unpacks:

• Why isolation is dangerous to your faith
• How pride can block partnership with Christ
• The power of spiritual community and godly counsel
• And the reminder that Jesus is with you and for you — always.

🛑 If you’ve been feeling like no one understands…
 🛑 If you’ve been silently struggling…
 🛑 If you've been pretending you’re okay when you’re not...

This conversation is your reminder: You are not alone.

So tune in. Press play.
 Let the Word of God speak. Let the presence of Jesus remind you — you’re never walking this road by yourself.

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🎙️ Podcast Intro – Part One: Walking Through the Storm
With Simon & Reverend Ben

Wow… What kind of week have you had?
Has it felt like the weight of the world landed on your shoulders? Like every direction you turned, there was another battle? The pressure, the stress, the emotional wear and tear — it’s real. And sometimes, it feels relentless. The bullets of the enemy don’t just come in physical form — they come through worry, fear, doubt, discouragement, and isolation.

But here's the truth: God is not silent in your storm.

In this powerful episode, join Simon and Reverend Ben as they step into the reality of what it looks like to live out your faith in the fire. This isn’t surface-level encouragement — it’s deep, raw, and real. This is for those who feel like they’re barely holding it together, those walking through storms they never saw coming.

The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 4:12–14:

There’s a promise here — that even in chaos, God orders your steps. He doesn't promise life without hardship, but He promises you won't walk alone. When your strength is gone, His strength takes over. When you're confused, His Word lights the way.

This episode isn’t just a conversation — it’s a lifeline.

🛑 Are you struggling to breathe spiritually?
 🛑 Are you tired of fighting battles that don’t seem to end?
 🛑 Do you feel like no one sees your pain?

Then this is for you.

Let Simon and Reverend Ben walk with you. Pray with you. Remind you that you were built to withstand the storm — because the One who calms the wind and waves is with you.

💬 So grab your Bible, your coffee, or your quiet corner.
 Let’s walk through this together.

Don’t give up. Don’t look back. And don’t hold back.
God’s not done with your story.

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In this powerful episode of Christian Straight Talk, co-hosts Ben Cooper and Simon Pinchbeck dive into the heart of what it means to be Equipped for Purpose. Drawing on biblical truths and personal experiences, they unpack how God calls and equips believers to serve Him in every aspect of life. Whether you're questioning your purpose or seeking encouragement in your faith journey, this episode offers practical insights, scriptural wisdom, and real-life testimonies to inspire you to step boldly into the calling God has placed on your life.

Key Themes:

• Understanding God’s Purpose for Your Life
  Discover how to align your daily walk with God’s divine plan.
• The Armor of God:
  Practical steps to live fully equipped with the spiritual tools described in Ephesians 6:10-18.
• Overcoming Doubt and Fear:
  How faith in action can silence the lies that hold you back from serving God.
• Serving with Boldness:
  Real-life stories of stepping into God’s purpose with courage and conviction.

Scripture Focus:

• Ephesians 6:10-18 (The Armor of God)
• Romans 12:6-8 (Using your gifts for God’s glory)
• Jeremiah 29:11 (God’s plans to prosper and guide you)

Why Listen?
This episode is a must-hear for anyone seeking to deepen their relationship with God and understand how to serve Him with purpose and passion. Whether you’re new to the faith or a seasoned believer, Ben and Simon’s conversation will challenge and inspire you to take your next steps in serving God boldly.

Key Takeaways:

• You are uniquely called and equipped by God to make an impact.
• Faithful service requires trust in God’s plan and readiness to use the tools He provides.
• Courage grows when you step out in faith, even in the face of uncertainty.

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In this powerful episode of Christian Straight Talk, co-hosts Ben Cooper and Simon Pinchbeck dive into the heart of what it means to be Equipped for Purpose. Drawing on biblical truths and personal experiences, they unpack how God calls and equips believers to serve Him in every aspect of life. Whether you're questioning your purpose or seeking encouragement in your faith journey, this episode offers practical insights, scriptural wisdom, and real-life testimonies to inspire you to step boldly into the calling God has placed on your life.

Key Themes:

• Understanding God’s Purpose for Your Life
  Discover how to align your daily walk with God’s divine plan.
• The Armor of God:
  Practical steps to live fully equipped with the spiritual tools described in Ephesians 6:10-18.
• Overcoming Doubt and Fear:
  How faith in action can silence the lies that hold you back from serving God.
• Serving with Boldness:
  Real-life stories of stepping into God’s purpose with courage and conviction.

Scripture Focus:

• Ephesians 6:10-18 (The Armor of God)
• Romans 12:6-8 (Using your gifts for God’s glory)
• Jeremiah 29:11 (God’s plans to prosper and guide you)

Why Listen?
This episode is a must-hear for anyone seeking to deepen their relationship with God and understand how to serve Him with purpose and passion. Whether you’re new to the faith or a seasoned believer, Ben and Simon’s conversation will challenge and inspire you to take your next steps in serving God boldly.

Key Takeaways:

• You are uniquely called and equipped by God to make an impact.
• Faithful service requires trust in God’s plan and readiness to use the tools He provides.
• Courage grows when you step out in faith, even in the face of uncertainty.

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Thank you for joining Simon Pinchbeck and myself, Reverend Ben Cooper, on our podcast today, titled "Hope for the Broken" as we explore in the Gospel of Mark chapter 5 verse 1:20.  There is hope for the broken, finding out through the scripture in the power of Hope as the scripture says, God is Hope.

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As you join Simon and Ben for this podcast, as we are in the book of Daniel chapter 3, v19 to 30, when the king Nebuchadnezzar was furious with Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego for not vowing the knee to the statue. He had created, are we at the point within the world, where we need to stand up for Jesus Christ and the God of Israel, we cannot afford to balcony to any foreign gods.

Biblical reference - Daniel c3 v19-30

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Thank you so much for joining Reverend Ben Cooper and Simon Pinchbeck.  As we have a conversation within the book of 1 John chapter 2 verse 15:17, where Jesus said, "do not love the World or anything in the World" and what are the implications to a Christian living within society today.

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We are blessed that you are listening to our podcast today here at #Christian Straight Talk with Reverend Ben Cooper and Simon Pinchbeck as we look at that difficult word "Forgiveness" and what the Scriptures require us to do as believers as we go to the New Testament from the book of Ephesians, chapter 3 verse 32 "be kind and compassionate to one another forgive each other, just as in Christ God, forgive you" and we explore how this can be very difficult with past hurts and with situations within our lives, but by applying the scripture it is possible.

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We are blessed to have you join us for our weekly podcast.  #Christian Straight Talk has Simon Pinchbeck and Reverend Ben Cooper continue in the series.  "What does Jesus mean to you" as they explore the New Testament, diving into the word of God also bringing into the conversation real life situations that happen every single day of our lives, and how we look to Christ as the answer.

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