Traveler’s Tales

Journey to ancient Jericho and meet Rahab, whose simple scarlet cord marked her home for salvation. By hiding Israel’s spies and acting on faith, she and her household were spared when the city fell.
This episode shows how that single thread—tikvah—becomes a powerful picture of hope, pointing forward to the saving blood of Christ and the invitation to bring others under that promise.
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On April 15, 1912, as the Titanic slipped beneath the water, a Scottish preacher named John Harper spent his final minutes drifting in the icy Atlantic, asking others a single question: “Are you saved?”
This piercing episode of Traveler's Tales, Harper’s life of faithful witness, his final courageous testimony, and the lasting challenge to share the gospel urgently and lovingly with those around us. 
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Unlike how many think of the account of David and Goliath. Ancient slings were a serious instrument that this young man had prepared himself with. He had trained and now went into battle in the strength of the Lord.
We are in a spiritual battle, and we must train with the weapons God has given us. That must happen in private before the battle. Listen to today's episode of Traveler's Tales for a fresh look at David and his sling as found in 1 Samuel 17. 
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This episode tells the story of Louisa M. R. Stead, who, after witnessing her husband's tragic death, wrote the hymn "Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus" out of consuming grief and unyielding faith. She did not just write the words. She lived them. Her simple, faithful trust became a lasting encouragement to countless believers facing the storms of life.
Hymn Lyrics: Tis So Sweet to Trust In Jesus
1. 'Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus,and to take him at his word;just to rest upon his promise,and to know, "Thus saith the Lord."
(Refrain) Jesus, Jesus, how I trust him!How I've proved him o'er and o'er!Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!O for grace to trust him more!
2. O how sweet to trust in Jesus,just to trust his cleansing blood;and in simple faith to plunge meneath the healing, cleansing flood! (Refrain)
3. Yes, 'tis sweet to trust in Jesus,just from sin and self to cease;just from Jesus simply takinglife and rest, and joy and peace. (Refrain)
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In 17th-century England, a tinkerer named John Bunyan experienced the transforming power of the gospel. He became a Baptist pastor but was imprisoned for refusing to conform to the state church. During long prison sentences, he wrote prolifically, including one of the most influential works ever written: Pilgrim's Progress.
Listen to this tale of God's blessing on the faithfulness of John Bunyan. The same God who used a prison cell in Bunyan's life can use your challenges for your good and His glory. 
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This episode tells the true story of Anna and Susan Warner, two sisters who lost their fortune but found their ministry. Living on Constitution Island, they gave their lives to a humble ministry to West Point cadets and the writing of children's books. 
From this quiet work came perhaps the most famous children's hymn of all time: Jesus Loves Me. Set to music by William Bradbury and sung by billions of children around the world and throughout history. Even reaching famous Christians like Amy Carmichael.
Listen to today's Travelers' Tales for this amazing account. 
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"Rescue the perishing, care for the dying." Those words were the marching orders behind the life of Fanny Crosby, a blind hymn writer who penned thousands of hymns and urged God's people to demonstrate compassion and remain faithful in spreading the gospel to a dying world.
This episode of Traveler's Tales explores the story behind her famous hymn "Rescue the Perishing," the mission hall testimony that inspired it, and the lasting call to tell others about Jesus. 
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Some lives are loud, others are steady, and sometimes the most powerful legacy is not found in a dramatic moment, but in a lifetime of quiet faithfulness. This episode tells the story of R.A. Torrey, a man whose influence shaped generations through intense prayer, faithful service, conviction in Scripture, and steadfast integrity.
Listen to this account of R.A. Torrey on Traveler's Tales. 
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During the weeks of preparation before the track and field events of the 1924 Olympics, Eric Liddell was informed that his best races would be held on a Sunday. Despite fierce criticism, Liddell positively refused to run on the Lord's Day. What happened next is a reminder of the power of surrender to the will of God! While no one remembers the winners from the 1924 Olympics. The medals are all lost. Yet, Eric's life continues to encourage millions to a life of full surrender. Listen to this stirring account on Traveler's Tales. 
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God used a once apathetic and stubborn young minister's son to bring us the beloved hymn, At Calvary. What a blessing it is to know that Christ's sacrifice sets the child of God free from sin! Listen to this stirring account of William Newell and this classic hymn on today's Traveler's Tales.
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Hymn Lyrics: At Calvary 
1. Years I spent in vanity and pride, caring not my Lord was crucified,knowing not it was for me He died on Calvary.
Refrain:Mercy there was great and grace was free; pardon there was multiplied to me;there my burdened soul found liberty, at Calvary.
2. By God's Word at last my sin I learned; then I trembled at the law I'd spurned, till my guilty soul imploring turned to Calvary. [Refrain]
3. Now I've giv'n to Jesus ev'rything; now I gladly own Him as my King;now my raptured soul can only sing of Calvary. [Refrain]
4 O the love that drew salvation's plan! O the grace that brought it down to man! O the mighty gulf that God did span at Calvary! [Refrain]

At the age of 23, George Beverly Shea (1909 – 2013) had a hard decision to make. He could accept a job offer in a secular singing position in New York City, with a great salary and wide respect; or he could continue singing in churches and on Christian radio programs. The poem God used in his life became "I'd Rather Have Jesus."
Listen to this stirring account on today's Traveler's Tales.
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Hymn Lyrics: I'd Rather Have Jesus
1 I'd rather have Jesus than silver or gold;I'd rather be His than have riches untold;I'd rather have Jesus than houses or lands.I'd rather be led by His nail-pierced hand
Refrain:Than to be the king of a vast domainor be held in sin's dread sway.I'd rather have Jesus than anythingthis world affords today.
2 I'd rather have Jesus than men's applause;I'd rather be faithful to His dear cause;I'd rather have Jesus than world-wide fame.I'd rather be true to His holy name [Refrain]
3 He's fairer than lilies of rarest bloom'He's sweeter than honey from out the comb;He's all that my hungering spirit needs.I'd rather have Jesus and let Him lead [Refrain]

There have been many wicked scourges throughout history. One of the darkest is the slave trade. Few today understand the dark and dreadful realities of that form of slavery. William Wilberforce dedicated his life to abolishing it. Sadly, few have heard of the strong faith that brought Wilberforce to this mission. He was doing what he believed God created him to do. Listen to his story on today's Traveler's Tales. 
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Few people recall the name of Corrie ten Boom. Fewer still have heard of the deep work God did in her as she endured some of the greatest difficulties known to man.
God taught her much faith and forgiveness as she and her family suffered in concentration camps for hiding Jews during the height of the Holocaust. She wrote, "There is no pit so deep, that God's great love is not deeper still."
Take a moment to allow this true story to move your heart today. 
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“Jesus, I Am Resting, Resting” was Hudson Taylor's favorite song. During the dark and gruesome days of the Boxer Rebellion, this song was constantly on his lips. Yet, few know the personal connection behind the hymn's author, a missionary family martyred in China, and Hudson Taylor. Listen to this stirring account on today's Traveler's Tales.
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Hymn Lyrics: “Jesus, I Am Resting, Resting”
1. Jesus, I am resting, restingin the joy of what thou art;I am finding out the greatnessof thy loving heart.Thou hast bid me gaze upon thee,as thy beauty fills my soul,for by thy transforming power,thou hast made me whole. 
Refrain:Jesus, I am resting, resting,in the joy of what thou art;I am finding out the greatnessof thy loving heart.
2. O how great thy lovingkindness,vaster, broader than the sea!O how marvelous thy goodnesslavished all on me!Yes, I rest in thee, Beloved,know what wealth of grace is thine,know thy certainty of promiseand have made it mine. (Refrain)
3. Simply trusting thee, Lord Jesus,I behold thee as thou art,and thy love, so pure, so changeless,satisfies my heart;satisfies its deepest longings,meets, supplies its ev’ry need,compasseth me round with blessings:Thine is love indeed. (Refrain)
4. Ever lift thy face upon meas I work and wait for thee;resting ‘neath thy smile, Lord Jesus,earth’s dark shadows flee.Brightness of my Father’s glory,sunshine of my Father’s face,keep me ever trusting, resting,fill me with thy grace. (Refrain)

On January 8th, 1956, Operation Auca ended with the death of 5 men: Jim Elliot, Nate Saint, Pete Fleming, Ed McCulley, and Roger Youderian. It was not a military operation; it was a missionary operation. While their lives ended that day, their record stands in Heaven, and their legacy carries on today. On this, the 70th Anniversary of that day, we share that story and a bit about each of the men on Traveler's Tales. 
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