Strength for the Journey
Spiritual encouragement and devotional thoughts, while pointing you to God’s Word.
Tricia (Trish) Hicks is a wife, mother, and grandmother. She is also a writer, speaker, singer, professional editor, and alumna of Liberty University. After many years of church ministry alongside her husband, Don, Trish brings her experience, knowledge, and wisdom to help and encourage others in their journey of faith. This podcast will include spiritual encouragement and devotional thoughts, while pointing you to God’s Word.
From Trish’s heart: “There have been many times through the years when I needed to hear a voice of encouragement to give me the strength to make it through the day. When my children were small, a faith-based radio program was so helpful to me, and now we are in the culture of podcasts. I hope that these podcasts encourage and strengthen you in your journey of life and faith.”
I Thessalonians 5:11: “Therefore encourage one other and build each other up as you are already doing (CSB).”
Episodes
59 episodes
Episode 72: God’s Blessings Come Through Believing
God had a plan for humanity, and He has a plan for you! Mary, soon to be the mother of Jesus, believed; the plan was put into motion through her belief. Mary’s response: “I am the Lord’s servant. May it be done to me according to your Word” (Lu...
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Episode 71: Your Most Important Resource-not Skills or Knowledge
Zechariah 4:6: “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts.” Just in time, God promised the Israelites their city would be rebuilt. However, upon returning to their beloved c...
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Episode 70: Are you Quarrelsome?
A word not used very often is quarrelsome, which means argumentative, difficult, irritable, confrontational, hot-tempered, contentious. If you are a person frequently described this way, you are an unhappy person. God’s Word says in...
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Episode 69: Christmas is in the Air–During the Hustle & Bustle, Remember God Time: Numbers 20:6-11
It’s a busy time of year with so much to do. You might be thinking, “How will I accomplish everything I need to do within 24 hours? Begin the day, realizing your 1st priority. A daily devotion book was published for our choir and Christma...
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Episode 68: Thanksgiving, Gratitude, and Covetousness
Thanksgiving is this month. Begin thinking of all the things you can thank God for – in fact, start writing a list and share some of those things this Thanksgiving with family and friends. Did you know that a lack of gratitude can lead to covet...
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Episode 67: God, Country, and Veterans: Romans 8:14-17
This month, we honor and thank our veterans for their service, protecting our country–the USA. How brave they must have been to go to another country and face the unknown. As they were going into the heat of battle, did they ever cry out, “Abba...
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Episode 66: The Ten Commandments and The Greatest Commandment
God gave Ten Commandments in Exodus chapter 20 for the people to follow, providing direction and protection through the journey of life. The first few commandments indicate our responsibilities toward God, and the remainder have to do with our ...
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Episode 65: Do You Remember What You Learned in Kindergarten?
I (Trish) saw this on a framed poster: “All I ever needed to know, I learned in Kindergarten,” written by Robert Fulghum. I decided to read it on the podcast because what we learn as a child, is what we do as an adult. One attribute that stands...
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Episode 64: The Key to Prosperity
What is the key to prosperity? “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you" (Matthew 6:33). King Hezekiah (a king of Judah) lived during dangerous times, and yet he chose to worship the o...
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Episode 63: Exhort and Encourage – Help Others Reach Their Full Potential as They Also Help You
Hebrews 3:13 states: “But exhort one another daily….” What does that mean? The definition for exhortation: an address or communication emphatically urging someone to do something. Walk alongside each other in the journey of life: imploring, pus...
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Episode 62 Part 2: Melody Hicks-Weight Loss Specialist Returns
Melody discusses with Trish more tips on healthy eating, such as reading food labels when you’re shopping, calories you need per day, and the importance of physical activity.
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Episode 61 Part 1: Melody Hicks-Weight Loss Specialist Returns
Melody shared her weight loss journey previously in episodes 43 & 44. Melody lost 150 lbs. and has maintained that weight loss for 11 years. Through prayer and putting her “Faith First” she pursued her goals to become a healthier person. Tr...
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Episode 60: Negative to Positive: Five “Up-lifters"
In my previous podcast, five “down-casters” damage a positive self-concept. In this podcast, five “up-lifters” do the opposite – they help build self-esteem. “Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever thin...
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Episode 59: Negative to Positive: Five “Down-casters”
When we recognize and learn to stop the entrance of negative thinking, we turn our attention toward a healthy, positive mind-set, which allows Christ to lead, guide, and use us for His glory. Down-casters are things in our lives that undermine ...
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Episode 58: Insecurity and Self Image
Self-image reflects the value we put on ourselves. Some people feel insecure because they constantly compare themselves to others and judge themselves to be inadequate. Accept the way God has made you, “uniquely you” and loved by your Heavenly ...
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Episode 57: Developing God-Esteem
Why should we find our value and worth in God? You are created, loved, and valued by God. Acts 17:28 states: “For in Him we live and move and have our being, as also some of your own poets have said, “For we are also His offspring.” The Lord Go...
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Episode 56: Put Away Evil (Blackaby)
Beware of what tempts you in this life – Satan is alive and well and wants you to fail at everything and disregard the perfect plan God has for your life. Let your life be an example to others of how to live, honoring God.James 3:16 – “F...
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Episode 55: God’s Provision Brings Glory
Whatever you go through, God is with you. The peace of God comes when you realize that even difficult circumstances will eventually bring glory to God, if you put your faith first.Psalm 50:15 – “Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will...
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Episode 54: An Attitude of Joy Provides Christ’s Strength in You to be an Overcomer
Put more faith and humor in your life. “Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength” (Nehemiah 6:10, NKJV). This episode reminds you that with an attitude of joy and expectancy, Christ can do all things through you because He gives ...
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Episode 53: A Favorite Psalm of Many – The Lord Is My Shepherd–Psalm 23
In this podcast, Trish reads the original Psalm 23, followed by a reading of a modern day version: Psalm 23 for the Work Place–“The Lord is my Real Boss” (shared by www.thejesuslist.com). God provides w...
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Episode 52: Prayers from Scripture – Part Two
Many times, we don’t know what to pray when faced with a severe illness. God’s Word is there for you – this podcast shares more scriptures you can pray when you don’t know what to pray.
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Episode 51: Prayers from Scripture: What to Pray When You or Others are Sick
Sickness is all around us–family and friends fighting the battle with cancer, many types of viruses that the whole family may share, along with a myriad of illnesses people face.What do you ask or say to God when you find out that you, a...
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Episode 50: “Putting Your Brother or Sister in Christ First”
1 Corinthians 10:24: “No one should seek his good, but the good of the other person.”Consider the fact that your actions affect other Christians positively or negatively. If you constantly focus on yourself, you will not see the ne...
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Episode 49: “God Weighs Your Motives”
Think about it—why do we do what we do—why do we say what we say—what are our motives? “All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the Lord evaluates the motives” (Prov 16:2). (adapted: Experiencing God Day by Day-Blackaby & Bl...
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Episode 48: Decision Making: Be Firm in Your Commitment to Serve the Lord God”
There are many decisions which we make in life every day. Many decisions are simple and automatic, such as when to get out of bed in the morning and when to go to bed. When faced with bigger decisions – pray and seek what God’s will is in the c...
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