April 29, 2020
As we are all imaging our next trip right now, I thought this would be the perfect time to share some of my journal entries from previous trips. In this episode, we will begin to take a look at my time in Ghana. While this was a mission trip - I do want to remind you that the Christian Travelers' Network believes that all trips (vacation, commuting to work, etc.) are experiences that glorify God.
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God Bless & Safe Quarantine/Travels.
April 22, 2020
Have you had a day when you didn't feel uncomfortable with abnormality of life? Most of us have had good and bad days, but figuring out how to express that uncomfortability can be incredibly challenging.
This week, we take a look at the 5 stages of grief and take a closer look at how they apply to our current situation. We also look at Lamentations 3 to detemine how God calls us share our griefs with Him and also the hope He provides in the uncertainity.
If this episode provides you with some useful tools or reassurance during this time, we would love for you to share this with your loved ones.
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April 15, 2020
Thomas doubted. He wanted to put his trust in his eyes rather than in his faith. Have you ever been tempted to trust your eyes? You saw God show up in your travels last week, but this week - where is He? We conclude our Lenten series by looking at Jesus' Resurrection in John 20:1-31.
In response to this episode we are holding each other accountable in our devotional reading by sharing in our Facebook Group: Why is tempting for you to put your turst in your sight rather than in your faith? Why's it easier to trust when you "see God in your travels" or you "feel Him in worship," but not when you can't seem to "find Him?" When you read John 20:1-31 what verses does the Holy Spirit drawing your attention to? What verses do you have questions about?
You can also join the group's Lenten devotional reading plan with other Christian Travelers "40 Days Journeying with Jesus." Let's hold each other accountable to being in God's Word!
For more podcast episodes, faith + travel resources, Christian Travel journals/ebooks, to join our newsletter, etc. please visit: www.ChristianTravelers.net.
April 11, 2020
Travel Agent entrepreneurs compare different qualities in host agencies before they begin working with them. In this bonus content episode, I share what I have learned from talking with 5 different host agencies and what some of their features are!
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April 8, 2020
When asked who they wanted released from prison - Barnabas (a filthy scoundrel) or Jesus (sinless in every way) they cheered "Barnabas!" When asked what to do with Jesus they shouted "Crucify him." Would you cheer to have Jesus killed? Would you cheer to have a criminal released and the Savior executed? This is part 6 of our Lenten series, where we are looking at the story of Jesus' Crucifixion in Matthew 27:11-66.
In response to this episode we are holding each other accountable in our devotional reading by sharing in our Facebook Group: If you could stand in Barnabas' shoes, how would you feel seeing the Savior of the World take your place? What are some praises you have for humble and obedient Savior? When you read Matthew 27:11-55 what verses does the Holy Spirit drawing your attention to? What verses do you have questions about?
You can also join the group's Lenten devotional reading plan with other Christian Travelers "40 Days Journeying with Jesus." Let's hold each other accountable to being in God's Word!
For more podcast episodes, faith + travel resources, Christian Travel journals/ebooks, to join our newsletter, etc. please visit: www.ChristianTravelers.net.
April 4, 2020
Peter Grier, a good friend of CTN, has gotten a little creative with his travels during Covid-19. In this bonus episode he shares what microadventures are, some ways that he & others are microadventuring, and how we too can still explore God's creation with curiosity - even in isolation!
Check out Peter's 30 Microadventures in April along with Alastair Humphreys explanation of microadventures!
For more faith + microadventure ideas, please check out our recent blog post.
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Safe isolating & God Bless!
![CTN 49: Judas Betrays Jesus]()
April 1, 2020
Jesus called Judas out at the dinner table: "The one who dipped his hand in this dish with me will betray me." All eyes were on Judas, questioning and wondering what Jesus meant. And did Judas still go commit that sin? Yes. Would you still go commit a sin even if Jesus called you out on it? As we continue our Lenten Series (part 5), we are taking a look at Matthew 26:1-27:10 and examining the events that led to Jesus' crucifixion.
The goal of our Lenten series is to bring Christian Travelers together in Bible Study so that we can be holding each other accountable in our faith walk. In response to this episode we are inviting everyone to respond to the following questions in our Facebook Group: How would you mentally, physically, or emotionally respond if Jesus called you out before you committed a sin? What would be going on in your mind as you committed the sin? When you read Matthew 26:1-27:10, what things did the Holy Spirit draw your attention to or would you like clarification on?
You can also join the group's Lenten devotional reading plan with other Christian Travelers "40 Days Journeying with Jesus." Let's hold each other accountable to being in God's Word!
For more podcast episodes, faith + travel resources, Christian Travel journals/ebooks, to join our newsletter, etc. please visit: www.ChristianTravelers.net.
March 28, 2020
Social media is driving us to focus on the negatives of this virus. As Christians, we not only recognize that our world is full of pain, but we also see that God uses this situations for His glory! In this episode - I get a little fired up with excitement - for all the things God is doing right now!
I would love to hear what you have seen Him doing, so subscribe to this podcast on your favorite listening platform, share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that God's still working, & hop into our Facebook group to share what you've seen Him doing!
For more faith based resources to address the many concerns & joys that this situation brings to light, please check out my latest blog post.
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March 25, 2020
What would you do if you knew you had only a few days left to live? Would you be like Jesus, and wash the disciples feet? That is one humble leader, and an attitude I often fail to replicate. In this week's episode, we continue our Lenten series (part 4) by looking at the Last Supper, John 13:1-14:31.
In response to this episode we are holding each other accountable in our devotional reading by sharing in our Facebook Group: What would you do if you only had a few days left to live? How does that compare to Christ's attitude? What else in this section, John 13:1-14:31, is the Holy Spirit drawing your attention to? What do you have questions about?
You can also join the group's Lenten devotional reading plan with other Christian Travelers "40 Days Journeying with Jesus." Let's hold each other accountable to being in God's Word!
For more podcast episodes, faith + travel resources, Christian Travel journals/ebooks, to join our newsletter, etc. please visit: www.ChristianTravelers.net.
![Dr. Tim McFarland on Covid19]()
March 19, 2020
Coronavirus has impacted people all around the globe and caused a lot of anxiety. Dr. Tim McFarland joins on this episode to help bring clarity to the situation. He shares how this virus is similar & different to the common winter flu, how doctors are responding to the situation & some of the statistics they have been seeing, why we will see a sudden spike in cases in the United States, his views of the pros & cons of social distancing, and how he has seen God through Corvid-19. We bring this topic to you hoping that it not only eases your fears - knowing a professionals understanding of the virus, but that it also helps you see that God can turn any situation into good for His Kingdom.
If you would like to hear more from Dr. Tim McFarland & his wife, Ann, they are starting a podcast called Paradoxifi where they will discuss unexpected stories in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) and faith. You can email any of your STEM or medical Covid-19 questions to ann@paradoxifi.com.
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