Disputes Over Theology, Missing Date Nights, Prioritizing Family // Ben &

[@kate_700]

I love how Ben said, “Jess works full time as a stay at home mom and homeschools.” So much respect! ❤ This was a GREAT episode. So many relatable moments!!

[@andreafelton689]

And then the host asked if they homeschool 🤔👎

[@eviherzing6054]

❤

[@LeahWalters-m4k]

Completely agree. To be honest I’m not generally aligned with their beliefs and lifestyle, but I thought that was so respectful and acknowledging of the work done by his wife.

[@grandmasewhappyhomestead187]

❤

[@rachellebrooke4614]

Yep!

[@lillie1011983]

“Jessa works full time as a stay at home mom”. I love that he phrased it that way!!

[@daveshoemaker7137]

He is her first child! What would he do without her?

[@TheSwissChalet]

That is the best!

[@mare8371]

With five kids in tow of course Jessa is a full time mom.

[@daveshoemaker7137]

@@mare8371 She has six kids because Ben is a child too! Funny that he admitted he wouldn't be selling cars or building anything! He's a loser of a man! Jim Bob bought him the house and church! They were afraid he would be a Christian rapper! That was so funny he even took Jessa with him to record music! Apparently it was a failure so now he's a minister! He's against gays and abortion! It was funny when Jessa had the D&C to remove her dead fetus! Everyone was telling her she did the opposite of what they say not to do! Ben was real mad then! Do what I say not what I do is the Duggar rule!

[@TabithaRJuell]

Me, too! I'm using that phrase from now on. I've got a 3 year old and 1 year old twins and it's the hardest job I've ever had and one that doesn't have a clock out time.

[@naomibeery8098]

I love this interview. I love how well Ben and Jessa conduct themselves in a interview, taking turns talking and how Ben is clearly the head of his family and seems deserving and Jess compliments him. Beautiful Family.

[@claudhopperr]

I REALLY enjoyed this episode! I’ve never seen Ben in a conversation like this outside of the tv show where he always appeared nervous. He was so relaxed and spoke so wisely and I have to say, I love this couple. Very nice! Thank you for having Ben and Jesse on your podcast. I enjoyed this very much!

[@mizzhelloo]

The vlogs are mainly Jessa’s thing so he leaves it to her. He’s actually extremely confident and has a few videos online of him preaching, teaching, etc.

[@daveshoemaker7137]

@@mizzhelloo Does he show any emotions? Very stiff! Too many Bible verses make for a very dull man! Does he ever use curse words? Does he change diapers, bathe the kids, make them breakfast, lunch or dinner? Their last house was filthy! Does he know how to use soap and water to clean? Her brothers and sisters help her! Where is Ben? Having 80 members is not a big church? What does he do with his time? Why don't they have dinners at their church? Does Jessa teach Sunday School? A good minister's wife visits the sick in hospitals, nursing homes and at home! Most of the time members look to the minister's wife for help! I don't see Jessa comforting anyone!

[@sharonmartin1223]

​@@daveshoemaker7137we. Shouldn't put what we think a Preachers wife should be....She's raising a family and if she doesn't want rebellious children someone needs to watch them this day and age...Ben should be visiting the sick etc

[@daveshoemaker7137]

@@sharonmartin1223 He should be doing a lot but as he said he's not very good at manual work! Do you think he even changes a diaper? My mother's best friend was our minister's wife! She was worn down from years of demanding members! She was supposed to be at every luncheon, wedding, funeral and visiting homes and hospitals! She had a break down and then they blamed him and took him before the church counsel. They took his church away from him! After that everyone left the church except for the troublemakers! The so-called Christians are always the meanest, nastiest gossipers! Being a minister's wife or husband is very hard!

[@Alcase1977]

​@@sharonmartin1223🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮

[@readaloudkids1407]

I read the comments beforehand and I still didn’t think there was any interrupting. I thought everyone listened super well to each other and conversation flowed naturally like good friends do

[@elizvan5758]

What a DELIGHT to hear Jessa and Ben explain their way of life ...and how they are pleased to pass down MANY of the things their own beautiful families taught and shared with them growing up!! It's VERY refreshing, healing, and INSPIRING 😊👋👍♥️🙏. We need this🌼

[@Bev-s1g]

Ben is so nice. I remember watching him help with his in-laws children in homeschooling them, teaching them different things. And I love the way that Jessa mothers her children. Thank you for having them on.

[@deannanewman-xo2ru]

I am so happy I came across your Podcast. And then to see this sweet couple was refreshing. Her family name draws such negativity and to hear her say sweet things about her mom, parents and siblings is so honoring of her family. We are such a judging community of believers these days and we need more people like you two and Seewalds honoring the name of Jesus and raising your children with the truth. Looking forward to future podcasts.

[@dailyoccasions9539]

This was so good. I loved how your guest shared how they turned to focusing on the promises of God at times when they disagreed on doctrine.

[@shotkallah]

That ministry of hosting really stands out. I wish we could have a whole video on being better at this and simple things to serve or tips. Loved your conversation!

[@daveshoemaker7137]

They have 80 people! That's less than her family all together! Ben is a self proclaimed loser! He never gets his girly hands dirty! What does he do? 80 people is a very small group! Jim Bob got his members for him and the church and house they live in! He is a leach! Remember his real goal was to be a Christian rapper!

[@belindapass2880]

Always been drawn to Jessa. She's so down-to-earth and genuinely sweet

[@EmilyP-zn4vz]

Such a beautiful couple. Their love of God is so genuine. Such humility to admit they are both a work in progress in every area of their lives. The interview was such a blessing to watch.

[@RS-xs7vl]

I love how they are so transparent about not being perfect at things. That life gets busy and they realize they’ve fallen off the wagon on something.

[@brickhouse2688]

Wow, Ben has really grown emotionally and spiritually! It was awesome to see both Ben and Jessa in this interview. I follow Jessa and really watched her grow up (what was shown anyway). She is so level headed an honest. So good to hear that Ben is a pastor. God's plan is always perfect! The Duggar Family exemplify the life of Christlikeness through all they have walked through in life... that was God's plan from the beginning - Christlikeness (Gen. 1:26-27).

[@daveshoemaker7137]

She was always the mean, bossy sister! Ask her sisters!

[@Alcase1977]

🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮

[@karencrofts1724]

Jessas parents are NOT Christlike..especially her father..

[@daveshoemaker7137]

@@karencrofts1724 They used their children to make money!

[@marinagallant1847]

Jim-Bob is a thief, and they ruined Josh

[@Frugalinthewoods]

I have been binge watching ( listening) to a podcast a day during my walk each day on your channel … I love how much love and respect you two have for each other and your love and commitment to your family. Keep the podcasts coming!!!

[@lyndaellington5710]

Great conversational interview. Gave me a different perspective on Ben & Jessa. They have really matured.

[@AarinJPearson]

I love Ben and Jessa! Definitely an example and encouragement to me.

[@ThePreciousLife]

I loved many things about Jessa for a long while now 🩷, and now after listening to this and some of his perspectives, I love his spirit. ❤ God bless you all!

[@allyboo65]

Reading books together is a great way to have dialogue with your spouse. Love this!! Also, so true about Little House on the Prairie analogy and comparison. We have so much going on on different screens and channels between two people (spouses) that we don’t even know what the other person is thinking or doing. It’s easy to lose connection!

[@candylee8253]

Ben makes good points and seems to have wisdom from a closeness from the Lord. I have been watching the Duggar family since thw oldest girls were young teens. I enjoy seeing Jessa as a young mom/wife and think you both seem to be doing great living life. Thanks for sharing a little part of your world.❤️🙏

[@therealmrslaurarobbins]

What a great episode always loved Ben and Jessa just an amazing adorable couple

[@buffalolifesavers]

I remember watching their romance blossoming on the show. They were so fun & encouraging!

[@MouthyMiriam]

I really enjoy how Ben and Jessa have matured together…… it’s really sweet to see them grow up actually. Jessa has always been my personal favorite, she’s got balls. OK the fan Girling is just a little much I get it though so I’m not gonna be judgmental.

[@brookemeredith7606]

Ben and Jessa! Awesome guests. Also Elisha has the perfect podcast voice. Sounds like a sports announcer. So enjoyable to listen to.

[@TwiFiveGirls101]

I loved watching their show when I was young in college. Their family lifestyle definitely had a great impact on me as a new believer. I'm so happy to see they are doing well after all these years and keeping a joyful Christ centered life.

[@sdbelieverable]

So happy to hear you guys are homeschooling and see the value in it 🙌🏼

[@jessicadofit_]

I couldn’t wait til you guys were able to interview someone in the Duggar family!

[@deborahb3664]

Love Ben & Jessa!! Thanks for the interview! ❤❤

[@ammyreyes1910]

Such a great session :) That is so cool Katie and her family had such a positive experience with Jessa’s family at one point back in time. Jessa so beautiful along with her husband. May God continue to bless her and her family along with the rest of the Duggars. ❤

[@erikamaxwell]

GREAT episode! The friend chemistry was amazing. I hope to see a in-person pod soon !

[@thehonestlife3618]

Jessa still looks at Ben the same way.. all googly eyed 😍

[@daveshoemaker7137]

Just like her crazy ass mother!

[@elizvan5758]

@@thehonestlife3618 ..and why not..if that's what she is feeling..why not. Maybe he's worth looking at.

[@thehonestlife3618]

@@elizvan5758 it was a positive comment. I think it’s sweet.

[@elizvan5758]

@@thehonestlife3618 oh, ok 💖👍....sorry I misinterpreted it.

[@MimiDidi121]

AW Pink is deep and I’d never met anyone who even knew who that was! I also grew up in NWA. I met my husband who was pastoring 2 Primitive Baptist Churches. I heard doctrine I’d never heard. How could God elect some and not others? I learned so much during that time. I consumed so much information including AW Pink. When I moved back to Northwest Arkansas, there wasn’t any churches that I knew of around here that believed what I had bcome to believe. Sovereign Grace!

[@louisezimmer4992]

Your conversation was so refreshing. Love you guys.

[@57msdeb]

I admire Jesse for watching Star Wars. I would have been sound asleep within the first 30 minutes. 😂

[@blessednfavored1]

This was my first time listening, and this was very relatable, lighthearted, and encouraging ❤

[@reetayoung]

Loved catching up with Jessa & Ben

[@gigib4076]

Great podcast!!! Ben and Jessa are a very sweet, intelligent couple with a beautiful faith based marriage!

[@cherylbrunner9404]

Enjoyed seeing Ben and Jessa

[@rachaelh5594]

Loved this chat - thank you! So encouraging.

[@Kiymee]

Jessa is so stunningly beautiful! I love this family!

[@daveshoemaker7137]

She has very different features than her sisters! A wider mouth and lips and completely different eyes? Who does she look like?

[@SweetPea6348]

​@@daveshoemaker7137, Johanna looks just like her and now JoyAnna is looking like her and Jana .

[@daveshoemaker7137]

@@SweetPea6348 She has different lips and mouth! Her mouth is wider! Jana has a refined pretty mouth and so does Joy! Jesse was the self-proclaimed bully of the girls! Jana is sweet and quiet and Joy is honest and sweet! Jessa has to be the bossy one in her home because Ben couldn't move a mountain of ants! He is perfect fodder for Jim Bob! He mentioned not wanting to sell cars or manual labor so Jim Bob bought him a house and church and got 80 people to attend his church! Jessa being the minister's wife should be teaching classes, running suppers, making phone calls and doing home visits! Ben should be working a full-time job because 80 members are not paying him a large salary! He's a loser! Anti-gay and abortion but it was ok for his wife to remove their dead baby by D&C! The same thing with a different name! There will be a lot of D&C's performed!

[@leece_6702]

They're a very attractive couple for sure

[@dianacobble6136]

Her beauty is the equivalence to me as Angelina Jolie in her younger days.

[@JLuvBug2]

I had no idea Ben was a pastor!! That's awesome!

[@blossombolton9829]

I didn't know that either!

[@daveshoemaker7137]

His father-in-law bought it for him with the house! 80 members is a very small church! Too small to pay the slouch a salary to live off!

[@zaidagonzalez466]

I agree, I thought he was youth pastor.

[@cayleesjustice]

@@daveshoemaker7137 Why are you so adament against this couple...? How about some respect for respectable people...

[@mmoore3743]

@@daveshoemaker7137What a horrible comment.

[@marinagallant1847]

You guys are a great couple....blessed

[@dixierachell]

Love hearing Ben and Jessa.

[@lifeatpecancottage5263]

Great episode! Great questions and great responses! I was challenged to be faithful in catechising my littles. Also, I can see the joy of family in both of your conversations. Thank you!

[@michellemarrison4397]

It's very good that they are thoughtful and intentional and that is something they learn from their parents

[@melanie18white]

Very interesting in this interview, how Ben’s job has changed the dynamic. Ben is more confident and has more to say, whereas before Jessa would dominate the conversation. Jessa is still very closed to talking about her family honestly, and Ben is too much into the Calvinism obsessiveness instead of just enjoying religious life, but generally they are a more balanced couple hopefully, and are looking more realistically at life and relationships. They are very inspirational couple

[@China-Clay]

Yes, just enjoy life!

[@corajuneau6536]

Wow. Loved this. Ben is such a great guy. And I’ve always looked up to Jessa ♥️

[@mayramendez9846]

I love how they talk not like the other siblings there just complaining but even all the stuff happening and said about her parents they do not talk about them

[@mariana231319mmm]

Funny to hear that you guys think we all know them, but I don't🫠. It's good to see that there are more families to fallow❤

[@melissasanders55]

Loved this discussion so much. You’re all such a blessing and really put some great ideas out there to connect as parents, spouses and friends. ❤

[@viccimauldin9786]

I am with you Jessa about the Sci-fi. I eventually watched some but there was no return of watching a movie with me at some point. Always what he wanted to watch. I love the way Ben spoke was fantastic. Got to know him some. Keep up the good jobs each couple here.

[@Raisingwildminds]

Oooh i was about to watch something else, but, NOPE. I am so here for this! Haha

[@brookegraham3823]

Best episode yet!

[@loisbuciu]

Such an encouraging listen you guys i loved it , have a lot to think and take away from this ! Be blessed

[@Dana-mb1hd]

I Loved the Duggar show so this is very exciting!❤

[@JuniperLynn789]

I loved it too!

[@Becca-nw5zj]

If they haven't left the Bill Gothard teachings, they aren't a "normal Christian family."

[@paulanix7561]

I love the respect of all. God bless you all!

[@mindywhite1568]

It's great to see parents raising their children to be good members of society. I'd rather see a couple have 15 kids and raise them right. Then, to have 3 kids that are detrimental to society !

[@korilazarus6652]

I just want people to know I am Jewish and I love ALL of the duggars!!

[@myca9169]

I stand with Israel, as a believer I have been spiritually grafted with Israel.

[@potatodar]

even Josh?

[@brendaomeze6851]

I really really really enjoyed the conversation! Thanks for sharing! And the stuff you apologised for..those made it so light hearted and the more enjoyable 😅 God bless! Keep it light ..I guess😂❤

[@Sunnydreamer1470]

The Duggars and Seewalds are not only practicing Christians but they delve deeply into Christian hospitality, living a Christian life , serving and helping others in other countries , Bible study in the home every day, homeschooling to protect their children from the public schools ideology. It’s so admired and my daughter was inspired by them to homeschool. She loved watching the Duggars growing up.

[@lauraparker07]

Mmmkkkk

[@reetayoung]

I love Jessa!

[@sacredhope4731]

you guys did great at interviewing the Seawalds, i really enjoyed this. God bless!

[@Pocketlint143]

Loved this collab! ❤

[@janicew6222]

I enjoyed this and saw a whole different side to Ben.

[@AnjanetteHollis]

I really want to meet her so bad..and Jana /joy/jinger🎉🎉 would learn alot from them.

[@zaidagonzalez466]

Jessa and Ben , wow you guys are awesome. I enjoy led listen to you guys. God bless you guys

[@lindsaystrawsburg8689]

oh this was so kool! interview joy and austin next

[@FostersFollowingJesus]

This was so good they have such amazing advice!

[@grandmasewhappyhomestead187]

Great podcast and you discussed great topics and insights

[@linak7155]

It encourages me so much to see the younger generation raising their children to know their Creator. Ben is a pastor now? Wow! I had no idea. ❤

[@vickyCA1643]

I like it that Ben looks at the audience he is speaking to. I still find it kind of creepy the Duggard women staring at their spouse the entire time they are speaking, never looking at the camera.

[@lynneford1023]

Really easy to critique...how many videos have you made with your husband?😂

[@China-Clay]

It’s a hard habit to break

[@KL-tz3cm]

Agreed it is creepy! I firmly believe they are still in a cult of some sort

[@AN-jw2oe]

If you go back and watch, there are plenty of times that she looks at the camera when she is speaking… she is just glancing at her husband whenever she is addressing him as one part of the group in a discussion, as they are also tag teaming as they share and talk.

[@vickyCA1643]

@@AN-jw2oe It felt like more than that, I totally get looking at the person speaking.

[@paulanix7561]

They all look so happy!! Praise God!!

[@kathleencasella4703]

Really enjoyed the podcast. 😊

[@JuniperLynn789]

Love this you guys!!! 🎉

[@candyhr4152]

What is the difference between a calvinist and a baptist please?❤

[@MoroccanSama]

" They go to Seewald Academy" 🤣😂👍🏼

[@viccimauldin9786]

Yes on the types of movies to watch.

[@BubbleHint0fMint]

34:40 "relationship-rich"

[@mountaingirl8124]

This was refreshing especially after Jinger’s disheartening comments about her family. The Duggar’s have done so much GOOD and have brought homeschool discipleship to the public frontlines! They should be applauded. Be careful with reformed theology. It is a growing rampant wave in seminaries today. It will lead to Calvinism which is heresy. I highly recommend Dr. Leighton Flowers’ You Tube channel for people coming out of reformed/Calvinistic theology. The theological arrogance runs rampant in the reformed churches. I do love Ben and Jessa! ❤️ Cheers for a great interview.

[@Peonylove167]

What a beautiful couple jinger and Jeremy and Ben and jessa. Their focus is different from Jill and Derick.

[@emilyslittlebooknook-8043]

One of my favorite interviews

[@jessfredericks524]

I love the youtube channel soteriology101 with Leighton Flowers. It brought so much clarity for me.

[@lisapitts9518]

Great video!

[@dawnmorris4259]

Enjoyed this. 🩵

[@melanie18white]

Ben , if Jessa wants to do her praying and reading at night- that works for her. When you nurse a baby then you decide

[@valeriehancock1724]

I didn’t realize Ben and Jeremy have the same beliefs, are reformed. I’m a formal Pentecostal and now lean towards reformed theology and listening to reformed pastors, and no longer listen to charismatic preachers.

[@tecora7419]

Same

[@judyanderson7020]

I know I'm late to this party and from a Great Grandmother 's perspective, it's more important to teach your children what to believe than how to behave. Yes, behavior is important, but belief will inform behavior. If kids don't have strong belief systems of their own, when the controls are removed, behavior alone can go out the window.

[@jacobhernandez1938]

I hope to marry a woman who looks at me when I speak the same way Jessa looks at Ben lol

[@238blonde]

Excellent video, thank you guys! Just wondering, what resource for catechisms do you all use?

[@Sin-D_]

Do most pastors have 2nd jobs? How many hours a week does it take to be a pastor? What else are they doing most of the week?? And how is a pastor’s salary determined? I have questions.

[@patriciabellah9392]

Like Ben and Jessa.

[@Seraphim4190]

Which version of P&P are y'all watching? I'm like a KJV purist side eyeing someone with a NIV, except I'm side eyeing you if you 2005 is the only P&P adaptation you've seen or you favor it over '95 miniseries (or even the '80 miniseries.)

[@donnagerhart3867]

We can still learn from the young family. Even after 54 years. Thanks. Praise Jesus donna and dick ❤

[@rachellebrooke4614]

Great podcast

[@User44675py]

Jessa and Ben pretty much stayed on the Dugger course.Whereas her sister jinger did not but that's okay too

[@judieevanssalverda6867]

What church is Ben pastor of?

[@andreafelton689]

4:51 "parents met WHEN..." Not WHENEVER!

[@carolbarlow8896]

Misuse of the word “whenever” is a common thing with the Duggars. It’s not Jessa’s fault. The curriculum was deficient.

[@daveshoemaker7137]

@@carolbarlow8896 Home schooled by under educated parents. Duh! Ben is a loser! He forgot to add Christian rapper to his career goals. He wouldn't be anything but a so-called preacher! He doesn't do anything that would include real work! He's a slacker! Jim Bob gives them everything! Ben is a loser!

[@lindasplace2727]

It struck me as an odd phrase too but I put it down to possibly a regional speech thing 🤷‍♀️

[@carolbarlow8896]

@@lindasplace2727 Maybe but I don’t think so. I have never heard that from a non Duggar, even from Arkansas. I feel sad. Non of them seem stupid. They all deserved a better education than they got. There are plenty of college preparatory home school curriculums available. That’s the part that really makes me sad. They could have had better - even as home schoolers.

[@jessicabrown6943]

What are catechisms? Not sure if that’s how it’s spelled.

[@marie-louiseweerheim4224]

A catechism is doctrine in a question and answer format. It often used too teach children. See 10:36. Ben says they use the Baptist Catechism. I grew up with the Heidelberger Cathechism. There's also a Westminster Catechism and maybe more?

[@nancyjokulp-long3766]

catechisms a summary of the principles of Christian religion in the form of questions and answers, used for the instruction of Christians. a series of fixed questions, answers, or precepts used for instruction in other situations. "the preventive health catechism “more exercise, less tobacco and alcohol, and better diet”"

[@SeekingTruthOnly]

Too many people get hung up on Calvinism and ultimately it doesn’t make you a Christian by defining yourself as such. In fact, there are a lot of Calvinists who I question if they truly are Christians.

[@suebean3873]

I didn’t know he was a pastor for his church. For some reason I thought he was an accountant for a store. Perhaps I’m wrong.

[@donnakeck1190]

Jill's husband was accountant before becoming a lawyer.