Episode 272: Thankful and Transformed: Living with a Grateful Heart
Release Date: 11/25/2025
The Cherie Rickard Show
Forgiveness isn’t weakness — it’s freedom. In this episode we: Look at forgiveness through a Biblical lens and what Scripture teaches about releasing hurt. Explore the science of forgiveness, including Dr. Everett Worthington’s idea of the injustice gap — why some wounds are harder to forgive than others. Offer practical, faith-based steps to begin forgiving today, even if you can only take one small step at a time. If you’re carrying pain, resentment, or stagnation because of someone else’s wrong, this episode is for you. CONNECT:
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In this heartfelt episode, Cherie Rickard dives into the transformative power of gratitude. As we step into Thanksgiving week, she reminds us that gratitude isn’t just a seasonal practice—it’s a lifestyle and a posture of the heart. Cherie shares practical ways to cultivate thankfulness, even during challenging seasons, and explores what the Bible says about living a grateful life. Tune in to discover how choosing gratitude can shift your perspective, renew your spirit, and transform the way you experience life.
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Now let’s be honest—nobody likes the word discipline. Right? When we hear it, we think of restriction, of hard work, of sacrifice. But God’s Word shows us something powerful about discipline. It isn’t punishment. It isn’t God being mean. It's a turning point. Discipline is training, shaping, and strengthening. And it always leads to blessing. Connect: / Queen Bee Transformation
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In a world filled with chaos, fear, and uncertainty, it’s easy to let anxiety take over your thoughts. In this episode, Cherie shares her journey from grief, fear, and hopelessness to a life of peace, hope, and a sound mind rooted in God’s truth. Drawing inspiration from 2 Timothy 1:7 and the story of David facing Goliath, Cherie offers practical encouragement to stop magnifying problems and start magnifying God. Learn how to reclaim your peace, renew your mind, and live empowered, even in uncertain times. CONNECT:
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In this heartfelt episode, Cherie Rickard sits down with New York Times best-selling author Karen Kingsbury to talk about her brand-new movie The Christmas Ring and the incredible way God speaks to her through storytelling. Karen shares how she’s learned to quiet the noise, listen to God’s voice, and write stories that inspire faith, hope, and redemption. You’ll be encouraged to trust God’s timing, embrace your own calling, and see how He can use every chapter of your life for His glory. Connect: Tickets:
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1 Peter was written to believers who were walking through some of the hardest trials of their lives. They were misunderstood, rejected, and under pressure from every direction. Yet Peter reminds them—and us—that we have something unshakable: a living hope in Jesus Christ. So grab your Bible, a notebook, maybe even a cup of coffee, and let’s walk through this powerful book together. Connect: / Queen Bee Transformation Counseling:
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In this thought-provoking episode, Cherie sits down with Dr. Shannon Kroner — clinical psychologist, educator, and bestselling author of I’m Unvaccinated and That’s OK! and Let’s Be Critical Thinkers. Together, they explore how parents can empower their children to think for themselves, stand strong in truth, and embrace freedom in a world that often tells them what to believe. Dr. Kroner shares her journey of faith, courage, and conviction — along with insights from her groundbreaking work with special needs children and her passion for teaching critical thinking at every age....
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Whether you’re scrolling Instagram before bed, posting your kids’ milestones on Facebook, or just checking TikTok for a laugh… social media is shaping how we see ourselves, how we see others, and sometimes, even how we see God. We’re going to talk about comparison, how not everyone online is who they seem, and most importantly, how YOU can stay grounded in your worth, your faith, and your calling. /
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Have you ever noticed that compromise rarely happens in giant leaps? It starts small. One little choice. One “it’s no big deal.” One friend who says, “Just this once.” And before you know it, you’re walking in a direction you never intended to go. If you’ve been struggling with temptation, with emotions that get the best of you, or with friends who don’t encourage your walk with God, this episode is for you. So grab your coffee, grab your Bible, and let’s go deep together. CONNECT: / Free
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So many of us are fighting battles that feel huge, overwhelming, and unfair. We feel attacked, drained, and like we’re facing impossible odds. But here’s the truth: the real battle is not with people, it’s not with circumstances, and it’s not with the natural world around you. Ephesians 6:12: ‘For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but with the rulers, with the authorities, with the powers of this dark world and with the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.’ Connect: / Free Consultation:
info_outlineIn this heartfelt episode, Cherie Rickard dives into the transformative power of gratitude. As we step into Thanksgiving week, she reminds us that gratitude isn’t just a seasonal practice—it’s a lifestyle and a posture of the heart.
Cherie shares practical ways to cultivate thankfulness, even during challenging seasons, and explores what the Bible says about living a grateful life.
Tune in to discover how choosing gratitude can shift your perspective, renew your spirit, and transform the way you experience life.