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Traveler’s Tales

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"He Went Down" | Samson’s Tragic Descent

October 8, 2026 · 8 min

This episode visits the Sorek Valley to tell Samson’s story—a man chosen by God who repeatedly ‘went down’ toward the Philistine plain, surrendered to temptation, and was ultimately captured after Delilah uncovered the secret of his…
Christians You Should Know: Amy Carmichael

October 1, 2026 · 9 min

Amy Carmichael had one childhood wish: blue eyes, instead of brown. Yet, it seemed this simple prayer went unanswered. In the wisdom of God, Amy became a lifelong missionary in India. What seemed like disappointment allowed her to blend…
Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me: The Sailor’s Hymn (And Ours!)

September 24, 2026 · 9 min

Pastor Edward Hopper ministered to 19th-century New York sailors and anonymously wrote the hymn "Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me," using nautical word pictures to illustrate that Christ will be their Guide through life’s uncertain journey. The…
Ebenezer: "The Stone of Help"

September 17, 2026 · 11 min

In this episode of Traveler's Tales, Greg Dowdy recounts 1 Samuel 7, when Samuel set up the stone Ebenezer after God's miraculous deliverance of Israel from the Philistines at Mizpah. Samuel named the stone as a lasting reminder of God’s…
Under the Fig Tree: Nathanael's Encounter with Jesus

September 10, 2026 · 8 min

This episode explores John 1's brief but powerful encounter where Jesus tells Nathanael, "When thou wast under the fig tree, I saw thee," explaining the fig tree as a symbol of peace, faithful waiting, and intimate devotion in a biblical…

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John Leland: The Preacher Who Defended Religious Liberty

September 3, 2026 · 10 min

John Leland, an 18th-century Baptist preacher, championed religious liberty. He was instrumental in securing those freedoms for the United States. Leland argued that the gospel does not need (and should not wield) government power to…
Hymn History: "I Am Thine"

August 27, 2026 · 8 min

Is your heart's longing to draw nearer to God or simply to escape the challenges you are facing? This episode shares the life and ministry of Fanny Crosby, a blind hymn writer who composed thousands of hymns—including "I Am Thine, O…
William Bradford's Stepping Stones of Faith

August 20, 2026 · 9 min

Journey back to the Mayflower and meet William Bradford, a Pilgrim leader whose life was shaped by Scripture, steadfast faith, and a willingness to endure hardship and grief for the sake of the gospel and those following in his…
Be Thou My Vision: The Blind Poet With Spiritual Insights

August 13, 2026 · 10 min

Do you need God to increase your vision? Think again. You need God to be your vision. To guide your heart into alignment with His. In this Traveler's Tale, Greg Dowdy shares the origins of the hymn "Be Thou My Vision," telling the story…
God in Egypt

August 6, 2026 · 7 min

God sometimes leads His people into hard, unfamiliar places. Jacob sought God's guidance at Beersheba and received the comforting promise, "I will go down with thee into Egypt; and I will also surely bring thee up again." God's greatest…
A Bible Student: The Remarkable Work of G. Campbell Morgan

July 31, 2026 · 8 min

G. Campbell Morgan was one of the greatest Bible teachers and preachers of his time. He spent years immersing himself in Scripture and let that one Book shape his preaching and every other area of life. His classic response to how he…
The Personal Awakening of George Whitefield

July 23, 2026 · 9 min

George Whitefield, an insecure Oxford convert, wrestled with fear and unworthiness before surrendering to God’s call to preach. Despite initial resistance, his obedience sparked powerful outdoor revivals across England and America…

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About the show

Life is a journey. Those who follow the Lord receive encouragement and instruction from those that have gone before. In Traveler’s Tales, Greg Dowdy will guide us through stories of God’s faithfulness and wonderful work in this world. This Enjoying the Journey podcast is designed to engage the audience with remarkable stories and encourage them to follow the Lord more closely because of it. Join us for a new broadcast every Thursday morning.