Christian Travelers’ Network

For some of us - jounraling is second nature. For others - it's a lot more tedious. But learning how to journal about your travels pre-trip, during, and post-trip does come with its benefits! This week I will talk about some of the reasons to consider journaling and some tips for getting started! To check out some of the Christian Travel Journaling tools visit  https://www.christiantravelers.net/r...

Abraham arrived in Nepal just as Covid-19 hit with only one week to decide whether to stay or to go. Now, 4 months later, Abraham is still stranded there. He share his story of how God has been working miracles throughout this journey and how he has been coping during this situation. If you want more christian travel resources & podcast, please visit our website: www.christiantravelers.net!  You c...

We know that God created the world & therefore He created travel - but what does God say about travel? Today we dive into 10 Bible Verses and Stories that mention the word "travel" either in ESV or NIV translation. I then apply some of the lessons learned about travel in Scripture to our lives today. Exodus 13:21 - God travels ahead of them in a pillar of fire or cloud Numbers 21:4 - As they trave...

They prayed, they packed, and they bought a one way ticket with no real plan. Naomi Wells joins us on this episode to talk about how God took them on an 18 month adventure, with only 600 USD, to reach the unchurched or those who had left the church. Their adventures even led them to accidentally move to Turkey where they got to celebrate Christmas with the locals! To connect with Naomi you can fin...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to marry someone from a different country? How your two cultures would combine? Rachel Ampong never thought that that would be her story, but when God brought her to Ghana, He also introduced her to her future husband. Rachel joins us in this episode to talk about her experience as a missionary, some of the highlights of Ghana, and to share her story of...

Whitney Choate has been traveling since she was a little kid. Those experiences have shaped her view of travel. She shares how her travels (to Hawaii and now around her neighborhood during Covid-19) have helped nurture her relationship with God.  You can connect with Whitney on Instagram account or by tuning into her podcast, Tough Talk with Teachers . If you have any travel information requests o...

This is one crazy season and if I am being honest... I have fallen behind with the Christian Travelers' Network podcast episodes. But as always, in the midst of this craziness God has been moving and shaking. It has been evident in the little pieces that keep falling into place. So in this episode I share how Covid-19, job transition, wedding plans, job searches, and moving... somehow make it even...

Kids and travel? Is it a good or bad idea? What sort of long term impacts does travel have on kids? Is it still possible to enjoy time with your spouse if your traveling with your kids? Brandi Voth shares her insights on these topics & more in this episode! You can connect with Brandi Voth at her website The Power Project , her podcast,  on Facebook , on YouTube , Instagram @The_PowerProject and @...

In the Old Testament, a city of refuge was a place someone could flee to when they accidentally committed a crime (ie. an unintentional murder). You could wait there until your trial in safety and protection. In this episode, Saras shares how this applies to us as we travel through the uncertainties and sins of our daily lives. You can connect with Mars Saras on Facebook. Also, keep an eye out for...

What does a slave trade location, strawberry milkshakes, and VBS all have in common? They all were part of my time in Ghana, Africa. As we are all social distancing and that is putting a damper on some of our travel fun - I thought I would take this time to share some of my journal entries from a mission trip I took a few years ago. I would like to note, that the Christian Travelers' Network recog...

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....

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 w...

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  Face...

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!

 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 i...

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...

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 even...

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 li...

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 sh...

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...

This is part 3 of our Lenten series. In this episode we will be taking a closer look at Romans 5:1-21, to learn more about the wrestling that happens between our sinful nature and the forgiveness & grace we have received through Christ's death. As travelers, it's so tempting to put our trust in God through the things we experience (seeing the sights, meeting people, etc), but God also calls us to...

This is part 2 of our Lenten series. We are taking some time as travelers to prepare our hearts for Easter and reflect on how our journey can reflect Christ. In this episode we will be taking a closer look at Matthew 4:12-7:29, to learn some of the first lessons Jesus taught in his ministry along with how he called the disciples. In response to our podcast discussion we are holding each other acco...

New travel agencies typically partner with a host agency to get started, but what is a host agency? And how do you know that you can trust them? As I have been researching how to start a travel agency - I have been learning a lot of new things and thought I would share some of my new found wisdom with you.  To learn more about how Christian Travelers' Network can serve you as you look to book your...

This is part 1 of our Lenten series. We are taking some time as travelers to not only reflect on the amazing things God does for us when we travel, but also to listen to what He has to say to us. We dive into Matthew 3:13-4:11, to take a look at Jesus' baptism and time wandering in the wilderness for 40 days.  In response to our podcast discussion we are holding each other accountable in our devot...

Catrina Frison goes on a trip every year with her husband. They use their time traveling to their destination to reflect on any big topics they need to work through and then they use their vacation time for rest and rejuvenation as a couple. In this episode Catrina shares what that looks like and gives us some steps on how to put this into plance in our own lives. You can connect with Catrina on h...