Synopsis
Join Ben, Travis & Whitney as they discuss the journey to and through Christ. Ben is married to Kenya Hayes they have 5 kiddos. Ben is the family minister at Highland Park church of Christ in Muscles Shoals, Alabama.Travis is married to Whitney Creasy and they have 2 foster kids. He is the campus minister at Riverside Christian Academy and preacher for Riverside church of Christ in Fayetteville, Tennessee. Whitney is the College and Career advisor at RCA. Checkout our videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL28BA6836BA11105B
Episodes
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Inspirational Books, News & Scary Movies
23/09/2025 Duration: 28minHelp us end childhood Cancer here: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5816464&pg=personal&fr_id=158671©_link_share Ministry Spotlight: Mike Brooks in Bangladesh & Nepal- https://highlandparkcoc.com/missions Healing Hands International is a proud sponsor of this podcast. Get more info about them here: https://www.hhi.org/ Ben and Travis answer the following questions: Which book/author has shaped your world view? How much do you let the news effect your mood? When you hear the words "scary movie", what comes to mind? Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh
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Suicide Prevention Month 2025
16/09/2025 Duration: 32minSOME TOPICS MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN. Dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline! Help us end childhood Cancer here: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5816464&pg=personal&fr_id=158671©_link_share Ministry Spotlight: "Run 2 the Cross"- https://www.run2thecross5k.com/ Healing Hands International is a proud sponsor of this podcast. Get more info about them here: https://www.hhi.org/ Ben, Travis and Will discuss the events of last week and some of the things that might be leading to such a high suicide rate among kids and teens. Ben then shares some wasy to prevent suicide and some of the symptoms of those who may be contemplating taking their own lives. The guys then share their thoughts about Guacamole on National Guacamole Day. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content an
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Transform Central with Jason Johnson
09/09/2025 Duration: 29minSOME TOPICS MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN. Help us end childhood Cancer here: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5816464&pg=personal&fr_id=158671©_link_share Jason Johnson of Transform Central in Dothan, Alabama join Ben, Travis and Will to discuss his path to Jesus and how he helps those addicted to drugs find their way to Jesus as well. Get more information about Transform Central here: https://wcc.church/transformcentral or here: https://youtu.be/Q8mKaGUKFEo?si=AzeBlMMSHV8w8Ep7 Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Our Books: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995 Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcas
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Keep It Holy
02/09/2025 Duration: 29minHelp us end childhood Cancer here: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5816464&pg=personal&fr_id=158671©_link_share Ben and Travis discuss the 6 types of rest everyone needs: mental, physical, emotional, social, spiritual & sensory. This week's ministry spotlight is the North Alabama Christian Children's Home (https://www.nacch.com/)! Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995 Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790 Co-Producers: Justin B., Doris C., Rhonda F., Scott K., M
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Love in Action
26/08/2025 Duration: 30minHelp us end childhood Cancer here: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5816464&pg=personal&fr_id=158671©_link_share Ben, Travis & Will open the show with the ministry spotlight on Walk4Water (https://walk4water.hhi.org/) which transitions into showing our love by our actions. The guys share the Scriptures and the people in their lives who truly embody the hands and feet of Jesus. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995 Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790 Co-Produce
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Stayin Alive Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude 2025 Review
19/08/2025 Duration: 23minThis episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ Support Team Ben and Travis for St. Jude: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?team_id=315929&pg=team&fr_id=158671 Ben, Travis & Will the Thrill discuss the Saturday that was the Tony "Pop Pop" Rogers Stayin Alive Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude 2025! The guys share the highs and lows from the best year of the tournament. Watch the tournament here: https://youtube.com/live/a4ttSBBJAo4?feature=share Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benan
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Tony "Pop Pop" Rogers Stayin Alive Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude 2025 Preview
12/08/2025 Duration: 20minRegister you, your team for the 4th Annual Tony "Pop Pop" Rogers Stayin Alive Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude or donate here: https://www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Ben and Travis gear up for another rowdy year of dodgeball drama for the kids at St. Jude! This episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Represent the show: https://www.benandtra
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Times of Transition
05/08/2025 Duration: 29minThis episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball This episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ Ben, Travis, Will and a special first time appearance discuss the emotions and tips to survive times of transition! Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.
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Seek First with Michael Jackson & Philip Goad
29/07/2025 Duration: 37minThis episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Travis joins the Highland Park Church of Christ adult Bible class panel with Ben, Michael Jackson and Philip Goad to discuss Matthew 6:33. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go
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Ask Ben Hayes Anything Birthday Episode
22/07/2025 Duration: 34minThis episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Travis and Will get their turn to ask Ben questions (yours and theirs). Listen in for a good time from the silly to the serious, we think you will have a blast on this episode! Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you c
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4 Benefits of Giving on National Give Something Away Day
15/07/2025 Duration: 23minThis episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Ben and Travis come to you from Highland Park Church of Christ in Muscle Shoals, Alabama to discuss the benefits of charity on "National Give Something Away Day". Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for yo
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Summer Fun with Branslee, Hailee, Stana, Daniel and Cyprus
08/07/2025 Duration: 16minSHOUT OUT TO CALEB SAMPSON OF MINISTRY LEAGUE FOR THE FUN ICE CREAM THEMED LOGO! This episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Ben and Travis are joined by the most specialist of guests, their kids to answer the Summer's most hard hitting questions. Join in on the fun as this episode is packed with humor. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframin
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HCB Ministries with Hannah Bradford
01/07/2025 Duration: 28minThis episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Ben and Travis are joined by the amazing Hannah Bradford this week from Maywood Christian Camp in Hamilton, Alabama. They discuss her role in public education and how she is able to assist the kids there. She shares her thoughts on the impact women can have in the Kingdom of God. She shares her Maywood story and something that impacted her while at camp 2025! Get more info about HCB Ministries at www.hcbministries.com Links me
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5 Tips to Squeeze the Most Out of Summer 2025
24/06/2025 Duration: 16minThis episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball The guys come to you from Kentucky for another week and the guys share tips to making Summer 2025 the best it can be. Be mindful. Make a bucket list. Spend time outside. Fellowship with people you love. Challenge and invest in yourself. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https:/
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3 Reasons Why Men Don't Seek Help
17/06/2025 Duration: 17minThis episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball On this week's episode Ben and Travis join you from Lexington, Kentucky. The guys share three reasons why it is difficult for men to seek help with their mental health. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use
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Kentucky Q&A
10/06/2025 Duration: 18minThis episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Ben and Travis carefully answer your questions as they travel to be with the North Lexington Church of Christ in Lexington, Kentucky. The guys contemplate: How Jesus is the Shepherd and the Lamb of God. How excited they are about Challenge Youth Conference 2026. How do you help people who have doubts about God. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com h
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National Cancer Survivors Day 2025
03/06/2025 Duration: 29minThis episode is brought to you by MagicMind.com/BAT40. Use code "BAT40" to get 40% off your subscription. Only good for the first 10 orders. This episode is brought to you by "The Heritage Event with Nate Oats" on August 23rd in Florence, Alabama. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-heritage-event-with-nate-oats-tickets-1294929351549?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawKomvpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4Zk5xU1JBOEtCb2JER2ppAR5vjf_grvw3_HFMxhtmoTCaaSWrLjT-3yP1PeMF7N21WhfhNSxcvO1s8qD3Og_aem_rPA3wGujmAewUerhdTaoQQ This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball On today's episode Ben interviews Travis about being a Cancer Survivor in honor of National Cancer Survivors Day 2025. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframin
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Mental Health Month & Travis is On the Move
27/05/2025 Duration: 25minThis episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Ben and Travis discuss Travis' 18 years at Riverside Christian Academy and Riverside Church of Christ in Fayetteville, TN. They share some sweet memories from their time in ministry. Travis then shares how he will be serving the Westgate Church of Christ in Dothan, AL starting at the end of the Summer. Ben shares some tips on how to stay sharp mentally. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1
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Mental Health Month: Contentment and Megladon vs. Lizard People
20/05/2025 Duration: 29minThis episode is brought to you by MagicMind.com/BAT40. Use code "BAT40" to get 40% off your subscription. Only good for the first 10 orders. This episode is brought to you by the 4th Annual Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude on August 16th. Register you, your team or get more information at www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball Ben, Travis and Will return to discuss how to Philippians teaches us how to maintain contentment while living in non-content world. The guys see if Megladon moves on in our on going conspiracy tournament of champions. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book and The Adventures of Ben and Travis Children's books: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store The Friday ReFresh: htt
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Grappling with Life: Controlling Your Inside Space with Lonnie Jones
13/05/2025 Duration: 32minThis episode is brought to you by "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Joy Rider" at www.benandtravis.com/books. On today's episode Ben and Lonnie cover: Bowfishing night. Lonnie's book "Grappling with Life: Controlling Your Inside Space". 100 Men vs Gorillas How Lonnie does self-care. Checkout "Keeping Up with Jones: The Lonnie Jones Podcast Adventure" here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keeping-up-with-jones-the-lonnie-jones-podcast-adventure/id1526318336 Visit www.lonniejones.org Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995 Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https