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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 PTSD, alcoholism, and divorce, sharing the moment he almost ended it all, and the faith that pulled him back from the edge. This episode reveals the raw reality of struggle, survival, and the undeniable power of faith. Thanks for joining us.

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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 stories, Ben emphasizes the significance of sharing our struggles to create genuine connections and introduce others to faith. He underscores the importance of focusing on Jesus' story rather than our own, encouraging listeners to live out their God-given destiny by sharing their testimonies. Tune in for an inspiring message that challenges and empowers you to be a light in the world.

01:17 A Prayer for Guidance
01:54 The Great Commission
02:53 Understanding Jerusalem, Judea, and Samaria
04:19 The Good Samaritan
06:02 Witnessing to the Ends of the Earth
08:07 The Power of Testimony
15:19 The Struggle in Your Story
17:35 A Call to Action
20:29 Closing Prayer and Final Thoughts

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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 and divine interventions that changed his life.
Listen to his transformation as he finds faith and launches Beyond the Brotherhood to support fellow SEAL veterans.

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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 transformative encounter with his faith, Ben encourages listeners to find hope and meaning in their struggles. This episode emphasizes the importance of surrendering to a higher purpose, trusting in God's plan, and finding true power and freedom in faith.

00:00 Welcome to Engage Your Destiny
00:46 Message to Soldiers in Europe
02:46 A Personal Story of Struggle and Faith
05:45 Battling Addiction and Bullying
11:16 Finding Purpose in the Military
12:46 The Turning Point
13:15 The Iraq Experience and PTSD
21:50 The Power of Surrender and Faith
24:58 Closing Thoughts

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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 Jocko Willink.

But this isn’t just a war story. It’s about what happens after the battlefield—the personal battles, brokenness, and ultimately, the road to faith and redemption.

👉 Don’t miss Part 2 next week, where Jimmy shares the moment everything changed—and how he met Jesus.

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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 ways to combat these forces by seeking connection and embracing godly suffering. Don’t miss this. Live a life of significance and purpose.
00:00 Welcome to Engage Your Destiny
00:34 Support Our Soldiers and Mission
01:29 Introducing 'Engage Your Destiny' Book
02:03 How Chat GPT Could Destroy Our Generation
02:57 The Inspiring Story of Robert Reisner
06:03 Lessons from Reisner's Faith and Leadership
07:15 The Dangers of Division and Consumption
10:31 The Impact of Digital Marketing
12:54 From Consumer to Builder: A Mindset Shift
17:04 Creating Godly Suffering for Growth
18:17 Final Thoughts and Challenge

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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 he regained his faith and founded Operation Lightshine and the Sentinel Foundation to fight against human trafficking. This episode is a raw and powerful account of a soldier's life, the battles fought, and the personal struggles endured along the way.

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In this gripping episode, we follow the incredible journey of a former Special Forces and CIA operative, Matt Murphy, as he shares his story from military service to combating human 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. We hear how he regained his faith and founded Operation Lightshine and the Sentinel Foundation to fight against human trafficking. This episode is a raw and powerful account of a soldier's life, the battles fought, and the personal struggles endured along the way.

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