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Send us a text Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to the Strength of the Message Podcast. Today is a very special episode, because this week is Professional Drivers Appreciation Week. This is the week where America pauses—at least for a moment—to recognize the men and women who keep our shelves stocked, our families fed, our hospitals supplied, our…
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Send us a text As Drivers Appreciation Week comes to a close, this episode isn’t about an ending—it’s about a beginning. Today we recap the week, honor the sacrifices, and remind every professional driver that gratitude doesn’t expire after seven days on a calendar. This is a message that lasts forever: you will not be forgotten, you will always be…
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A little more than half (52 percent) of Americans say they would allow public school teachers to lead their students in prayers to Jesus in taxpayer-funded public schools. This is according to the latest Religious Landscape Study from the Pew Research Center. In this episode, that study's author, Chip Rotolo, reveals how Americans have changed in b…
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Send us a text From fuel to essential goods, tank trucks play a vital role in the strength of our economy. But beyond the freight, it’s the dedication, loyalty, and resilience of tank truck drivers that set them apart. These men and women are often called the Navy SEALs and Blue Angels of the transportation industry—operating with unmatched precisi…
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Send us a text Today, we’re pulling into the lot with full hearts and empty stomachs — ready to serve up gratitude alongside lunch. In this special midday episode, we celebrate the hardworking drivers who keep our wheels turning and our communities connected. Whether you're parked at a terminal, grabbing a bite on the road, or tuning in from the ca…
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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, we shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of the highway — the truck drivers who keep America moving. From sunrise to sunset, through storms and solitude, these professionals carry more than freight; they carry the weight of responsibility, resilience, and pride. We’ll hear real stories from the road — tale…
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Send us a text Midday on the road can feel heavy—traffic jams, deadlines, hunger, and fatigue. But today, we’re pausing to refuel not just our trucks, but our spirits. Gratitude is the fuel that shifts your whole mindset. When you slow down for just a moment at lunch to count the blessings around you—your health, your family, the miles you’ve alrea…
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Send us a text Behind every professional driver is a deeper why—a purpose that fuels every mile, every delivery, and every decision. In this special episode honoring Driver Appreciation Week, we shine a spotlight on the men and women who keep our nation moving. From serving their families to supporting their communities and powering the heartbeat o…
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Send us a text Driven to Deliver —where we celebrate the heartbeat of America’s highways: our professional drivers. Today, we honor the unwavering dedication of those who show up mile after mile, year after year. This isn’t just about time behind the wheel—it’s about consistency, reliability, and pride in delivering safely, every single time. Truck…
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Send us a text Today we kick off Drivers Appreciation Week with gratitude. Every mile driven is a mile of sacrifice, service, and unseen dedication. We’ll reflect on the ways professional drivers keep shelves stocked, families fed, and the economy rolling, often at the expense of their own time at home. Contact our Team at: https://tcsaleadership.c…
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Send us a text It’s Friday night. For most people, this is the time to slow down, to coast into the weekend. But not for professional drivers. You don’t just clock in and clock out—you finish what you start. Tonight, we’re going to talk about finishing the week with the same focus and fire you started with on Monday morning. Because the way you fin…
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Send us a text “Professional drivers, welcome back to the Strength of the Message Podcast. It’s Friday, it’s the lunch hour, and today we’re not just filling our tanks—we’re fueling our lives. You’ve got a choice: are you going to be the anchor that holds you in place, or the wind in your sail that carries you forward? Let’s make today about fuelin…
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Send us a text Anchor or the Wind: Steering Your Health on the Road In this episode of the Strength of the Message podcast, we invite professional drivers to reflect on one question: are you being the anchor that holds you down, or the wind that carries you forward? Trucking demands long hours, hard miles, and countless challenges—but your health, …
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Send us a text This Thursday, as you pull over for your lunch break, we’re taking a 20-minute deep dive into how emotional intelligence shapes not just your decisions on the road, but what goes on your plate. Just as you fuel your truck with the right diesel, your body and mind need the right fuel to keep you steady for the miles ahead. In this epi…
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Colleges and universities with roots and ties in the Church of Christ community have a strong history of seeking and welcoming international students to their campuses. Many of them see this as essential to their Christian mission to "go therefore and make disciples of all nations" (Gospel of Matthew 28:19). Rapid changes to federal policies, howev…
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Send us a text Every driver knows how to handle 80,000 pounds of steel down the highway—but how well do you handle your own emotions? In this episode of Strength of the Message, we dig into the difference between IQ (your intelligence quotient) and EQ (your emotional intelligence). IQ might help you pass a test, but EQ determines how you manage str…
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Send us a text Tuesdays can feel like just another grind in the week—another load, another deadline, another long stretch of road. But this Thriving Tuesday is about more than surviving the miles. It’s about rising above them with focus, discipline, and purpose. In this episode of the Strength of the Message Podcast, Jerry Curl equips professional …
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Send us a text Professional drivers face long miles, long hours, and challenges that can drain energy, motivation, and health. Too often, the mindset becomes survival: just get through the day, the run, the load. But you weren’t built just to survive—you were built to thrive. In this episode of the Strength of the Message Podcast, Jerry Curl unpack…
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Send us a text Professional drivers, every mile you roll is another chance to measure your progress—not against the driver in the next lane, but against the driver you were yesterday. Too many of us fall into the trap of comparison: their newer truck, their better route, their bigger paycheck. But comparison is a thief—it robs joy, creates resentme…
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Send us a text Professional drivers, every mile you’ve driven this week has brought you here—Sunday. Just like a load reaching its destination, your week’s efforts have delivered results. Success isn’t an accident; it’s a destination you guide yourself toward with discipline, focus, and purpose. In this episode of Strength of the Message, we remind…
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Send us a text Momentum doesn’t stop on Friday—and neither should you. In this episode of the Strength of the Message Podcast, Jerry Curl challenges professional drivers to carry their discipline, focus, and energy into Saturday so the wheels of progress never stall. From avoiding the “idling out” trap, to shifting gears with purpose, to balancing …
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Send us a text As professional drivers, the miles you run are not just about freight—they’re about fueling your family, your legacy, and your future. But to keep hauling strong, you’ve got to know when to pull into the rest area of life: your family and loved ones. In this episode of Strength of the Message Podcast, we focus on the power of weekend…
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Send us a text Today we welcome Tina Musselman, founder of THE POINTE: Proudly Improving Lives, and someone who has personally guided me as a life coach for years. Tina’s impact goes beyond just helping me reach my goals—she’s been instrumental in showing me how to sustain them for the long haul. In this episode, we dive into the fundamentals of he…
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Send us a text Truck stop shelves are filled with flashy packaging, bold claims, and “healthy” promises—but most of it is nothing more than smoke and mirrors. In this episode of the Strength of the Message Podcast, Jerry Curl exposes the lies of food marketing that target professional drivers on the road. From hidden sugars disguised under fancy na…
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Send us a text Success isn’t complicated—it’s built mile by mile, through the small choices you make every day. In this episode of the Strength of the Message podcast, Jerry Curl unpacks how professional drivers can achieve and sustain success by keeping life simple. Just like staying centered in your lane, success comes from consistent habits, cle…
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Church of Christ congregations in the rural areas and small towns of the United States are struggling with closures and membership losses. What act of God and the Church of Christ together could lead to growth and health? Dr. Anessa Westbrook is co-director of the new Center for Ministry at York University in York, Nebraska. In this episode, Dr. We…
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Send us a text Welcome back to the Strength of the Message podcast. It’s Labor Day weekend Sunday. For many of us, this is a moment to pause. We spend so much time rolling down the road, watching mile after mile go by, but today’s message is about slowing down. It’s about stepping back to praise the people who matter, the family that supports us, a…
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Send us a text This Labor Day weekend isn’t just about miles on the road—it’s about the legacy you’re building off the road. For professional drivers, time is often spent hauling freight, but this weekend is a reminder that your greatest cargo is the presence you bring to your family and the example you set for those who look up to you. Today’s epi…
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Send us a text Every driver knows the weight of those two words: What if? What if my health gets worse? What if I can’t keep up with the job? What if life never gets better? Those questions can keep your mind stuck in fear of a future that may never come. In this episode of Strength of the Message, we shift gears from What if to What else. What els…
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Send us a text Regret can last a lifetime—but a reset only takes a moment. In this soul-stirring episode of Strength of the Message, we explore the powerful contrast between living in the shadow of past decisions and stepping boldly into a new direction. We’ll unpack: 💭 How regret keeps us anchored to pain, shame, and missed opportunities 🔄 Why a r…
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Send us a text In this transformative episode, we dive deep into three powerful cognitive biases—Anchoring Bias, Status Quo Bias, and the Dunning-Kruger Effect—and explore how they subtly shape our decisions, limit our growth, and distort our self-perception. Whether you're navigating personal challenges, professional ambitions, or spiritual evolut…
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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Strength of the Message, we sit down with a true giant of the trucking world — Ken Tolliver. With an extraordinary career spanning over 25 years, 4 million safe miles, and accolades including National Tank Truck Carrier Grand Champion, Kentucky Trucking Association Driver of the Year, and a host of other p…
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Send us a text Every truck has blind spots—and so does your mind. In this episode of Strength of the Message, we explore two of the biggest mental blind spots professional drivers face: confirmation bias and negativity bias. Confirmation Bias: The tendency to only see proof of what you already believe. On the road, this might sound like, “I can’t b…
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Send us a text On this episode of the Strength of the Message Podcast we drive into YOU! This isn’t just the start of the week it’s the start of your future. In this energizing episode, we explore how the decisions you make today, especially heading into lunch and throughout the day, shape not only your future but the legacy you’re building for you…
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Send us a text Every truck has blind spots—and so does your mind. In this episode of Strength of the Message, we uncover the hidden cognitive biases that can quietly steer your decisions off course. From confirmation bias to negativity bias, anchoring, and more, these mental shortcuts can limit your health, performance, and mindset on the road. Pro…
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Send us a text Saturday is not a slowdown—it’s a reset. The message is clear: don’t stop what you’ve been building all week. Stay in control of your communication, and never let outside noise control your mind. Keep leaning into the same disciplines, habits, and values that brought you this far. Don’t settle for failure—settle only for the best ver…
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One Church of Christ congregation in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, is going all in on producing live theatre for its community. Since giving its first stage production a try, Bouldercrest Church of Christ is attracting casts and crews comprising Church of Christ members from all over the city. And thousands are attending performances like Scenes from the …
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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of the Strength of the Message podcast. It’s Friday, and for professional drivers, Friday isn’t the finish line it’s the fueling station for what’s ahead. There’s no end, no stopping, only a fresh start into a new week, a new day, a new destiny, a new legacy. Out here, you’re not just hauling freight, you’r…
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Send us a text In trucking, when a rig goes into derate, power drops, performance suffers, and the load slows down. Life works the same way. In this episode of Strength of the Message, we dive deep into the choice every driver faces daily living in derate mode, limited by negativity, poor health, and bad habits, or running full rate with clarity, s…
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Send us a text Every mile you drive takes discipline—two hands on the wheel, eyes forward, focused on keeping your truck centered in the lane. But what about your life? Are you guiding it with the same focus and intention? In this episode of the Strength of the Message Podcast, we connect the discipline of professional driving with the discipline o…
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Send us a text In this inspiring episode of the Strength of the Message Podcast, we sit down with Bruce Jones — a 4,000,000-mile, three-decade veteran of the road who embodies the heart and soul of professional trucking. Bruce’s story goes beyond miles and paychecks. He shares why trucking, at its core, isn’t just about the money — it’s about passi…
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