S4 | Ep. 7 // Family, the Bible and the Supernatural (ft. Ben and Alison Calhoun)
After 20 years touring with the band Citizen Way, Ben Calhoun is going on the road with his family on the Daddy’s Home Tour. Join me in listening to Ben and his wife Alison as they share how God’s Word has guided them through joy and tragedy. They explain how the Bible helps them to navigate parenting and what is most important. All the fame in the world cannot fulfill what only God can!
Also in this episode of the Revelations Podcast, Ben and Alison share how they met Jesus and discovered the importance of God’s Word[1]. Through Him, Ben and Alison found guidance, peace, and joy. They are not afraid to discuss the supernatural realm and dive into those Biblical topics. Together with the family they built with faith and love, they continue to get to know God better and minister to others as they trust God through it all!
Join us to learn more about bringing your faith and your family together.
Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:
Understand and trust that God provides, no matter what happens.
Discover more about the Bible and the many supernatural stories it holds.
Learn how you can help your family grow in faith and focus on God and His story.
Resources
More from the Revelations Podcast: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast
Citizen Way on Spotify
Timothy Alberino on YouTube
Bible Verses:
Deuteronomy 6:5-9
John14 6
Malachi 3:10
Genesis 6
Ephesians 6:12
Hosea 4:6
Acts 17:11
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Episode Highlights
[04:13] Ben’s Journey in Music and Ministry
Ben was 19 when he started touring on the road. His mother was a professional musician, and his father was a pastor.
He was enamored with music and loved God’s work. He nurtured these interests as he grew up, joining band and starting a bible study at school.
In college, Ben studied music. He truly enjoyed it and fell in love.
However, he also wanted to share God’s Word and make music for a purpose. Thus, he started Citizen Way and did music ministry.
Over the years, Ben decided to be with his family at home. They chose to follow the five Fs: faith in Jesus, family, food, friends, and fun.
[12:27] How Alison Got to Know Jesus
Alison came to know the Lord at through her friends at massage school. She saw the peace and joy her friend had in her faith.
During a Bible study, she learned that being a Christian meant Jesus loved her personally. This changed the course of her life.
Later on, Alison attended a private Bible college and met Ben. Everything followed when she started knowing Jesus.
Ben and Alison went through a deep loss when Alison had a miscarriage. This tragic experience encouraged them to move.
They were able to achieve all they had set out to do. They built their little kingdom despite all they’ve lost.
[17:55] Sharing God’s Word with Family
Ben and Alison have been married for almost 20 years with 2 teenagers and a 3-year-old toddler.
After the traumatic miscarriage, Alison looked for a community to lean on when she should have been clinging to God’s Word.
Her children became her community. They had deep conversations and often talked about faith and spirituality.
Homeschooling their children became a way to have these deep conversations.
In the past, Alison was more self-focused. It was a big shift for her to focus on God’s Word and the spiritual growth of their children.
[24:44] Surrendering and Trusting God
Alison had a lot of fear and anxiety. The miscarriage helped her realize she was finding safety in the wrong places.
She decided to try again and trust in God. No matter the outcome, she knew He would always walk with her.
Alison [25:37]: “God isn’t just good because good things happen in our lives. He’s good regardless.”
It’s easier, more peaceful, and beneficial to surrender to God. Let go of the fear and trust that God will do the best thing for you.
If the pregnancy didn’t come through, then they trusted the Lord to make something great out of it.
They pray that their baby grows up to love God’s work and her family.
[29:47] God Provides
God is the provider of all things. It’s not just material things; He also provides the reasons and the story.
Stop running around trying to figure out what to do with your life. You are part of God’s plan.
It’s important to surround yourself with people who will redirect you to God’s truth.
You have two options in life: the way of life or the way of death. Using the gift of wisdom, make decisions that lead you to life.
Reagan [35:43]: “Even though we go through really hard and traumatic things, when you find your way, and you find the truth tellers in your life, and you read the truth of God’s word, it is literally the only thing that can sustain us.”
[36:52] The Importance of Knowing God’s Word
Nowadays, the Church often perpetuates a focus on self-help. God’s Word should guide biblical counseling.
Their eldest daughter had recently been going to self-focused Christian counseling. However, she started feeling better once she focused on God’s Word.
You can address the symptoms, but it’s God’s Word that gets you to the root cause. Otherwise, the cycle of deception continues.
Those who know God find calm and peace.
[44:09] Facing Spiritual Warfare with God’s Word
You can be a Christian without knowing God’s Word or following Jesus.
Studying the Bible can make a difference in your life. A personal small Bible study can guide you and allow you to learn from people who may know more.
When he was younger, Ben experienced spiritual warfare through nightmares. These prevented him from calling Jesus’ name.
This was spiritual warfare he could only address through spiritual powers. Understanding God’s Word can give you this power.
Listen to the full episode to find out what Ben and Alison share about spiritual warfare and the Bible.
Ben [52:08]: “I think that’s one of the things that’s wonderful about God’s Word. He will be faithful to help you figure that stuff out.”
[01:01:22] Speaking with God through His Word
Starting to study and understand the supernatural in the Bible can be intense.
Studying God’s Word can help you understand and identify what truly lines up with Him. It can also help you understand where you need to go in life.
If you think God isn’t speaking to you, remember that He has always spoken to you through His Word.
Sometimes God can speak directly to you. Alison felt fear during her pregnancy, but she trusted God and heard Him speak to her.
[01:06:36] Passing Faith to Your Children
It’s important to work together with your children.
Try to be less distracted. Be available to talk with your kids whenever they want to talk about the spiritual.
The distractions have to go. That’s one of the reasons Ben and Alison homeschooled their children.
Less is more. Less allows for more opportunities for the things that matter.
Their children could see them engage with God’s Word. They can talk about it with each other.
[01:10:23] Advice from the Calhouns
One motto of another artist is faith, family, and freedom. Sticking to these simple things can guide you.
Don’t forget to give to God’s work. Whenever the Calhouns have a big financial decision, they choose to give more and trust the Lord to work it out.
Find something worth fighting for — it can bring you a lot of life.
Alison operates with the end in mind. Invest in your own flesh and blood; they will receive your legacy.
Be careful of power and influence. Instead, put your faith and family first.
About Ben and Alison
Ben and Alison Calhoun have been walking in music and ministry for a long time. They’ve been married for almost 20 years and are raising four wonderful children in faith. They’re not afraid to have deep conversations with others about God’s Word.
Ben founded Citizen Way with three other artists in 2004. Now, he is the sole member and continues to make contemporary Christian music with a purpose.
Learn more about the Calhouns and connect with them through Ben’s email and website.
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