The first-ever Freedom Challenge in Texas is officially in the books and the fruit is already multiplying.

In this recap episode, host Tracy Daugherty is joined by Texas leaders Tracy Eckard and Maria Jerke to reflect on what God did through a one‑day hike, a local church partnership, and a powerful intercessory prayer movement involving over 60 middle and high school girls.

Together, they unpack the reality of human trafficking in Texas, the role of prevention and awareness, and why worship is not just a response but a form of spiritual warfare. From stories of local advocacy and student engagement to reflections on embodied faith and small beginnings, this conversation reveals how God uses faithful “yeses” to plant seeds that ripple outward for generations.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your obedience could really make a difference, this episode is for you.

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Watch the recording: https://youtu.be/8UWCiyr7_8o

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In this powerful prayer-centered episode, Ruth Paton Willett, Prayer Coordinator for Freedom Challenge, invites us to respond to the issue of human trafficking God’s way — through worship, prayer, and obedient action.

Drawing from 2 Chronicles 20, Ruth reminds us that while the battle against injustice is real, the battle belongs to the Lord. As women across Texas prepare to walk, pray, and raise awareness through Freedom Challenge, this episode calls listeners to “gaze on God and glance at the battle,” trusting Him to fight while we take faithful steps forward.

Together, we pray for:

• The state of Texas to become a place of peace on every side
• Victims of trafficking to find safety, healing, and restoration
• Hearts of traffickers to be transformed
• Churches and communities to wake up to God’s call to justice
• Strength and endurance for those working on the front lines

Whether you are hiking, praying, giving, or simply learning how to respond, this episode will encourage you to stand firm, worship boldly, and trust God to bring freedom where darkness once ruled.

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Watch the recording: https://youtu.be/zDIQAmMA0FI

Read the blog: www.thefreedomchallenge.com/blogposts/2026/2/17/freedom-in-texas

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Want to learn more?
The Freedom Challenge US: thefreedomchallenge.com
Operation Mobilization USA: omusa.org
Instagram: @freedomchallengeusa / Facebook: @thefcusa

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In this prayer-focused episode, we invite you into a sacred space of intercession for Thailand—specifically Pattaya, often known as the unofficial sex tourism capital of the world.

Ruth and Alyse, Freedom Challenge team members leading our mission trip to Thailand, reflect on the realities facing women, men, and children in vulnerable situations, especially in the aftermath of COVID and the increased desperation fueling exploitation.

This episode is not about information alone—it is an invitation to cry out. To groan. To intercede. To see people not as labels, but as sons and daughters deeply loved by God.

Together, we pray for:

• Women exploited in the sex industry
• Men caught in cycles of brokenness and demand
• A Freedom Challenge team of nine women preparing to travel to Thailand to help serve Tamar Center, a project we support
• Organizations like Tamar Center working faithfully on the ground

We talk honestly about anger, grief, forgiveness, and justice—and how God invites us to pray with His heart and His authority.

As you listen, we encourage you to pause, pray, worship, and join us in standing in the gap.

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Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/Zfj1I3inpvk

Read the blog: www.thefreedomchallenge.com/blogposts/2026/2/9/cry-out

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Want to learn more?
The Freedom Challenge US: thefreedomchallenge.com
Operation Mobilization USA: omusa.org
Instagram: @freedomchallengeusa / Facebook: @thefcusa

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