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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Analog Faith in A Digital World with Jason Helton
06/02/2024 Duration: 43minPREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/p/childrensbook Madison Church of Christ Media Outreach Minister, Jason Helton joins us to discuss the church's place in the digital world. Ben, Travis, Will and Jason discuss the everchanging world of technology and the internet. Jason has dug deep into the data and has begun sharing what the information means for us as individual Christians, parents, mentors and the church. Jason reveals some unsettling truths and how faith can thrive through the hurdles. This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). 12-Week Series - https://bit.ly/analogfaithclass (Also available as a podcast. Search for "Madison Church of Christ Bible Studies" on any podcast app) Workshop Handout - https://bit.ly/digitalbabylonworkshop Analog Faith Book List - https://bit.ly/analogbooklist Analog Faith YT Playlist -
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Caring for Elderly Parents with Pam Lenz and Cayron Mann
30/01/2024 Duration: 36minDedicated in loving memory to Ronald Hayes PREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/p/childrensbook Ben, Travis, Will, Pam Lenz and Cayron Mann of the Three Cord Counseling group (https://www.threecordshoals.com/) discuss tips to giving your aging parents the best care. Ben, Pam and Cayron share their respective circumstances in caring for their parents who have different battles. They then share things they've learned along the way and the varing approaches they've taken in helping their parents face uncertainty. This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). www.alz.org www.Alzheimers.gov https://ovarian.org/ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-of-crying 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 Refram
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Snowpocalypse 2024 & the Power of Play with Josh Thorne
23/01/2024 Duration: 31minPREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/p/childrensbook Ben, Travis, Will and Josh Thorne share their highlights from the time with family during the winter blast of January 2024. The guys start off the episode sharing their favorite moment(s) from their times sledding during the time off. Ben shares the importance of play therapy and the benefits of learning to fail and keep experimenting. Will shares his thoughts about "The Adventures of Ben and Travis" children's book. This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). 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.c
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Big News From Dallas, Texas
16/01/2024 Duration: 28minPREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/p/childrensbook Ben and Travis announce their newest project, a children's picture book about practical ways for kids to deal with anxiety entitled "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster". You can preorder your copy today. Ben and Travis talk about Challenge Youth Conference 2024 in Dallas, Texas. Ben shares about the discussion class that he and Lonnie Jones lead during the weekend. Travis shares about being with like minded people. Both guys share their highlights from the weekend. This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com ht
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Momentum in 2024
09/01/2024 Duration: 30minThis episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Ben, Travis and Will talk about keeping or changing momentum while entering a new year. Whether 2023 was the best, worst or somewhere in between, we have some info for you in today's 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 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/
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2023 In Review
02/01/2024 Duration: 21minThis episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Ben, Travis and Will share their highlights and some of their low lights of 2023. Then they share the experiences they'd like to never repeat and some they would. Join in the discussion with us on our private facebook group (facebook.com/groups/benandtravis) in our "28 Days of Focused Living" to kickoff 2024! 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.c
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Merry Christmas and A Prayer for 2024
26/12/2023 Duration: 11minThis episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Travis records on Christmas Eve some of the underrated Christmas tunes and some we've changed our minds about. He reminds everyone about our "28 Days of Focused Living" Challenge to start 2024 in our facebook group (www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis) on January 1st. Travis ends the episode with a prayer for all of our listeners and supporters for a great upcoming 2024. 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.ben
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Three Foundations of Success with Jason Howton Part 2
19/12/2023 Duration: 28minThis episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Jason Howton joins us to discuss his findings on the foundations for success through his research. His findings reveal something that is near and dear to most of us that we don't usually equate with success. Join us for a thought provoking message around not only the foundations we need for success but life itself. 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.a
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Three Foundations of Success with Jason Howton
12/12/2023 Duration: 32minThis episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode is brought to you by Heritage Christian University (www.hcu.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Jason Howton joins us to discuss his findings on the foundations for success through his research. His findings reveal something that is near and dear to most of us that we don't usually equate with success. Join us for a thought provoking message around not only the foundations we need for success but life itself. 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.a
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2023 St. Jude Weekend Wrap Up
05/12/2023 Duration: 20minThis episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Ben, Travis, Will, Josh Thorne and Justin Bretherick get together to discuss the 2023 St. Jude Marathon weekend, the motivation and the highlights of their experience. Team Ben and Travis raised $16,000+ for St. Jude. DONATE HERE: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5816464&pg=personal&fr_id=144988). 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/
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Thanksgiving Debates
21/11/2023 Duration: 17minThis episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Ben and Travis join you to discuss their holiday plans including the Iron Bowl between bitter rivals Alabama and Auburn. Travis brings up the discussion of Thanksgiving food that the guys didn't appreciate growing up. The guys bring up the upcoming St. Jude weekend where both guys will be running to raise money for the St. Jude Research Hospital (DONATE HERE: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5816464&pg=personal&fr_id=144988). The discussion ends with the most underrated desserts for Thanksgiving. 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 cont
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World Kindness and National Pickle Day
14/11/2023 Duration: 30minThis episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Ben and Travis join you to discuss the importance of kindness in everyday life and of course the greatness of pickles. The episode begins with the guys talking about the upcoming St. Jude weekend where both guys will be running to raise money for the St. Jude Research Hospital (DONATE HERE: https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Heroes/SJMMW?px=5816464&pg=personal&fr_id=144988). The discuss the kindness of people who support them in raising funds and how Ben's family has benefited from St. Jude. They guys talk about Veterans Day and how to show our veterans kindness. They wrap up the episode talking about National Pickle Day. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com https
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Connection and Attunement Through the Generation Gap
07/11/2023 Duration: 22minThis episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu). This episode of the Helping Healing Humor with Ben and Travis podcast is brought to you by Daisy's Place (www.daisys-place.org). Ben and Travis join you from the Ministerying To Youth Conference on the campus of Heritage Christian University to talk about the difficulties caused by the generation gap. Travis talks about the obstacle facing the church because of the generation gap and the temptation to not communicate with one another. Ben shares his thoughts about overcoming those difficulties and obstacles 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
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Erupt Youth Rally/Faulkner Lectureship Recap with Matthew Morine
31/10/2023 Duration: 28minThis episode is brought to you by the "Ministering to Youth Conference" on November 2-5 in Florence, Alabama on the campus of Heritage Christian University. Get more info at https://www.m2yconference.com/ This episode of brought to you by "Daisy's Place". Find out how you can support people in their darkest hour right here: www.daisys-place.org Ben and Travis setup in the Harris-Parker Building on the campus of Faulkner University during the 2023 Lectureships. The guys recap the Erupt Youth Rally and their time at the lectureships before discussing the October 25th debate. The guys are joined Matthew Morine as a suprise guest to talk about his ministry in Colorado. "Does the God of the Bible Exist" Debate with Kyle Butt and Michael Shermur: https://www.youtube.com/live/90PQQM4a75w?si=f5V3c3UfWsWIDQl2 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
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A Breast Cancer Journey with April Howton Part 2
24/10/2023 Duration: 24minThis episode is brought to you by the "Ministering to Youth Conference" on November 2-5 in Florence, Alabama on the campus of Heritage Christian University. Get more info at https://www.m2yconference.com/ The guys are joined by April Howton to discuss her ongoing journey through Breast Cancer. April shares more of her joy with us and what she has learned during this season of her life. April also shares about her and her daughter's time on the show "Baking It". https://studio23shoals.com/ https://gingerheadbakery.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 Disl
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A Breast Cancer Journey with April Howton
17/10/2023 Duration: 28minThis episode is brought to you by the 79th Faulkner University Lectureship on October 22-26 in Montgomery, Alabama. Checkout https://www.faulkner.edu/events/79th-faulkner-bible-lectureship-2023/ for more information. This episode is brought to you by the "Ministering to Youth Conference" on November 2-5 in Florence, Alabama on the campus of Heritage Christian University. Get more info at https://www.m2yconference.com/ The guys are joined by April Howton to discuss her ongoing journey through Breast Cancer. April shares her story of being diagnosed, her current circumstance and the future plan to health. April talks about how humor has helped her overcome the devastating news that no one wants to recieve. https://studio23shoals.com/ https://gingerheadbakery.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 yo
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Mental Health Benefits of Worship
10/10/2023 Duration: 30minThis episode is brought to you by the 79th Faulkner University Lectureship on October 22-26 in Montgomery, Alabama. Checkout https://www.faulkner.edu/events/79th-faulkner-bible-lectureship-2023/ for more information. Ben and Travis discuss the upcoming events in October and the new patreon.com/benandtravis offer for Challenge Youth Conference 2024. Ben starts off the discussion talking about the benefits of meditation and mindfulness. Will turns the discussion to the power of song and music in our mental health. Ben discusses the memory tools in music, singing and using both sides of the brain. This episode is brought to you by the "Ministering to Youth Conference" on November 2-5 in Florence, Alabama on the campus of Heritage Christian University. Get more info at https://www.m2yconference.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 For extra content and material you can use for your fa
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Daisy's Place with Carolyn O'Byrne
03/10/2023 Duration: 31minThis episode is brought to you by the 79th Faulkner University Lectureship on October 22-26 in Montgomery, Alabama. Checkout https://www.faulkner.edu/events/79th-faulkner-bible-lectureship-2023/ for more information. Carolyn O'Byrne joins Ben and Travis to discuss her daughter's struggle early in life and how that has inspired her to help others who are providing care for loved one during a medical trial. The episode begins with Carolyn's daughter Daisy's extended stay in Vanderbilt hospital at a young age. Carolyn shares some of the stories of those who stepped up to help her in her time of need. She then shares the obstacles along the way in her daughter getting healthy. Carolyn shares the journey to establishing Daisy's Place in Florence, Alabama to provide housing for families in need while providing care to a loved one in the hospital. Get more info at https://www.startplace.org/ Reach out to see how you can help at 256-629-6729 or info@Daisys-Place.org Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free e
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The Lifesaver Foundation with Derrick Mosley
26/09/2023 Duration: 34minThis episode is brought to you by the 79th Faulkner University Lectureship on October 22-26 in Montgomery, Alabama. Checkout https://www.faulkner.edu/events/79th-faulkner-bible-lectureship-2023/ for more information. Co-founder of Lifesaver Foundation, Derrick Mosley shares his story of overcoming a heart attack and now using his story to raise funds for the foundation. Watch the video of his story here: https://vimeo.com/l37creative/review/848809374/761631ae19 Derrick shares his struggle with mental health after overcoming the physical battle. He also shares the goal of the Lifesaver Foundation. Get updates about the foundation here: twitter.com/lifesaverthe1 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 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: http
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Hey Kiddo, I Love You (5 Questions to Help Our Kids Know Us Better)
19/09/2023 Duration: 35minThis episode is brought to you by the 79th Faulkner University Lectureship on October 22-26 in Montgomery, Alabama. Checkout https://www.faulkner.edu/events/79th-faulkner-bible-lectureship-2023/ for more information. The fellows answer the following questions to let their kids know a little about them in the future. What is your favorite book, movie and song? What was the greatest trial in your life? What is your favorite Scripture? What can I start doing right now to have a happier life? What do you like about your kid(s)? Travis got the idea from this TikTok video: https://www.tiktok.com/@abetterporch/video/7277713179113950510?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7088277527291217451 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 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.benandtr