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Ben Hayes and Travis Creasy discuss ministry, mental health, and serving beyond the pulpit.

In this episode of Dear Church, Ben Hayes and Travis Creasy join the conversation to discuss ministry, mental health, and the many ways Christians can serve beyond the pulpit. Known together as Ben and Travis, the duo has built a wide-reaching ministry through preaching, podcasting, counseling, writing children's books, and encouraging Christians through humor and honest conversations. Ben serves as the pulpit minister for Highland Park Church of Christ in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, while Travis serves as the pulpit minister for Westgate Church of Christ in Dothan, Alabama. Their work includes The Adventures of Ben and Travis children's books along with multiple podcasts including Helping Healing Humor, Friday Refresh, Good Ole Fashion Dislike, and more. This episode explores the importance of encouraging Christians through openness, compassion, truth, and practical ministry — especially when discussing mental health struggles that many people face silently. Jesus said, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." — John 16:33 Learn more about Ben and Travis: BenAndTravis.com Have a question? Email Chris at chris.mccurley@rippleoflight.com.

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