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
31 episodes
Episode 44 Part 2: “Interview with Melody Hicks, Weight Loss Specialist-she lost 150 lbs.”
In this episode, Trish continues her conversation with Melody. Nutrition and healthy eating tips are discussed such as what to eat when you go to a restaurant to stay on track.
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Episode 43 “Trish Interviews Melody Hicks, Weight Loss Specialist-she lost 150 lbs.” Part One
Melody is a young woman who struggled with her weight in childhood, high school, and college. She came to a point in her college years when she realized she wanted to be healthier and happier. Through prayer and putting her “Faith First” she pu...
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Episode 42 “What is a Myth or Myth-Conception? What is Fact or Fiction? - PART TWO
A continuation of popular myths, which may have been presented as a fact but may actually be fiction.Keep in mind: The Bible is not a myth. It is a collection of historical, moral, and religious truths, not just stories. It is presented ...
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Episode 41 “What is a Myth or Myth-Conception? What is Fact or Fiction?”
Our culture is fascinated with the supernatural, folklore, and fantastical mythical creatures such as dragons, unicorns, hobbits, ogres, etc..The definition of the word, “Myth” is:“-a widely held but false belief or idea.”Such as ...
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Episode 40 “The Forgetful King – Remember What God Has Done for You in the Past.”
Psalm 77:11: "I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your wonders of old." Reflect on and remember God's powerful actions in the past, particularly miraculous events. Daniel and his friends breathed a sigh of relief as they...
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Episode 39 “Daniel was an Influencer to a King and like Daniel, God has Given You a Unique Role in Life”
Daniel and his friends were living in captivity under the Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar. God used Daniel to influence the King by interpreting the King’s dream (Daniel 1 – 2). God has made you to be an influencer with the God-given gifts and t...
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Episode 38 Thomas Edison’s Mother – A Mother with Faith in her Child’s Potential: Nancy Elliott Edison 1810-1871 pg. 44
MOTHERS OF INFLUENCE SERIES“Join me for the next 4 podcasts as we celebrate mothers and focus on how important the influence of a Godly mother is upon their child. These stories are historical accounts of inspiring women and t...
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Episode 37 Abraham Lincoln’s Mother – A Mother Encouraging her Child to Seek Knowledge: Nancy Hanks Lincoln & Sara Bush Johnston Lincoln pg. 97
MOTHERS OF INFLUENCE SERIES“Join me for the next 4 podcasts as we celebrate mothers and focus on how important the influence of a Godly mother is upon their child. These stories are historical accounts of inspiring women and t...
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Episode 36 C.S. Lewis’ Mother – A Mother of Joy: Flora Augusta Hamilton Lewis
MOTHERS OF INFLUENCE SERIES“Join me for the next 4 podcasts as we celebrate mothers and focus on how important the influence of a Godly mother is upon their child. These stories are historical accounts of inspiring women and t...
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Episode 35 Billy Graham’s Mother – A Mother of Prayer: Morrow Coffey Graham
MOTHERS OF INFLUENCE SERIES“Join me for the next 4 podcasts as we celebrate mothers and focus on how important the influence of a Godly mother is upon their child. These stories are historical accounts of inspiring women and t...
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Episode 34 Knowing the Love of God “Since God said…” “I will…” Part 2
This episode is a continuation of episode 33, which explained that God gives you a future and a hope; He is the King of Kings; He works things out for your good; Nothing can separate you from His love. God speaks His love to you through so many...
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Episode 33 Knowing the Love of God “Since God said…” “I will…” Part 1
Do you feel sometimes that no one loves you? You are loved by God, who created you and He is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. God speaks His love to you through so many scripture verses in the Bible. This episode introduces each verse, whic...
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Episode 32 “Choices and Commitments – Yes to God or No to God”
Do you ever feel like God wants you to do something and you make a commitment to do it, but you don’t do it – later you feel bad that you did not? We make choices every day and sometimes our choices don’t live up to the commitments we have made...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep31 - “Famous Last Words” Jesus-“It is Finished!”
During the Easter season, I (Trish) am reminded of the last words of Jesus before his death on the cross. Then I began to wonder what words other well-known people said before their death. For example, Thomas Edison said, “It is very beautiful ...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep30 - “Death, Burial, Resurrection, Ascension of Jesus Foretold” Part Two
Part two continues with what happened after the death of Jesus: He was buried in a rich man’s tomb, he arose from death and the grave, and he ascended to heaven. Hallelujah, Jesus is Alive! Jesus Christ is the Lord and Savior of the world (John...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep29 - “Death, Burial, Resurrection, Ascension of Jesus Foretold” Part One
Jesus was betrayed by a friend, crucified and given vinegar to drink, his clothing was gambled away, he was buried in a rich man’s tomb, he was resurrected from death, and he ascended up to heaven. Jesus Christ is the Lord and Savior of the wor...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep28 - “Praying God’s Word for Family, Friends, Others, & Self” Part Two: Anger
Do you ever get angry? There are times we all get angry about something and if allowed to continue from boiling to constant simmering, those angry feelings will not go away. Praying God’s Word will push that anger out and God will take control ...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep27 - “Praying God’s Word for Family, Friends, Others, & Self” Part One: Patience
There are times when we are speechless when we enter the presence of the Lord to talk to Him-we just don’t know what to say. Did you know you can use scripture to pray? Follow along with Trish in this episode and see how you can personalize God...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep26 - “Encouragement is Motivating”
Are you an encourager or a discourager? Are you a positive person or a negative person? Giving and receiving encouragement is more motivating than any negative input you may give, or receive from someone. Paul in Philippians 2:4 – “Let each of ...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep25 -“Parenting in the Bible”
Trish shares: “Many years ago, Dr. Brian Campbell gave me a book he had written called, Pearls. Within this book, he compiled scripture verses by subjects (150 or so). If you need wisdom on a certain subject, you can find it in God’s Word.” In ...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep24 “What You Say is What They (children) Say”
How many times have you thought, I shouldn’t have said that? What comes out of your mouth can’t be taken back. It is so important to think before we speak, especially when little ears can hear you. When we walk in Christ’s love, we speak the la...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep23 “When Life Gets Hard” 7 Principles Psalm 40
In Psalm 40, King David begins by saying what the Lord has done for him. In verse 5, David begins his prayer. Trish shares 7 Principles (by Dr. Elmer Towns) to reflect upon when life gets hard: Remember, Review, Resolve, Recount, Request, Refle...
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Episode 22 “What’s Your Label?” Part Two
In this episode, Trish continues the discussion about Jabez in 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 and his label at birth, “one who makes sorrow.” He overcame the meaning of his name and became very successful because he put God’s will as a priority in his lif...
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Strength for the Journey - Ep14 - “When Things Go Wrong: Examine Yourself” (Part Two)
This episode concludes with the final category of examining self-defeating patterns you might possess. Included is a discussion about what to do when you feel like exploding and how to turn difficult situations into constructive, learning oppor...
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