Wedlock Wisdom: Insights with Dr. Stephanie: Recent Episodes
Dr. Stephanie Ricks, EdD
Introducing "Wedlock Wisdom: Single Today, Married Tomorrow – Insights with Dr. Stephanie." Join us as we delve into timeless biblical principles designed to empower single women on their journey to marriage with a man of God.
Led by Dr. Stephanie, this podcast is tailored for single women seeking to build a strong foundation for their future marriages. Through thoughtful discussions and insightful teachings, Dr. Stephanie shares wisdom gleaned from scripture to equip and inspire single women as they prepare for the sacred union of marriage.
Whether you're navigating the complexities of singleness or eagerly anticipating your future as a wife, "Wedlock Wisdom" is your trusted companion. Tune in for practical advice, spiritual guidance, and encouragement to embrace God's plan for your love life. Together, let's journey toward marriage with confidence, faith, and wisdom.
In this episode, we’re diving deep into the true meaning of the word “helper” from Genesis 2:18 — and uncovering what God really meant when He called woman a help meet.
We’ll explore the Hebrew word Ezer, a term used throughout Scripture to describe God Himself — a helper who rescues, strengthens, and sustains.
Too often, the word “helper” has been misunderstood as secondary or lesser. But The Ezer Way reveals the truth: being a helper in marriage is about power, purpose, and partnership.
God created woman not to walk behind man, but beside him — bringing wisdom, strength, and spiritual discernment that completes His design for unity.
Whether you’re single or married, this teaching will help you understand what it truly means to walk in the Ezer nature — God’s divine design for women who carry strength, compassion, and purpose in every season.
🎧 Listen, reflect, and share this message with someone who needs to be reminded: You’re not an afterthought — you’re an answer.
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In this powerful episode of Wedlock Wisdom, I dive into the revelation God gave me about the kind of love every woman should pray for—a love that sanctifies, not just satisfies. Inspired by Ephesians 5:25–27, we explore what it means for a husband to love like Christ: sacrificially, intentionally, and spiritually.
If you’re single, this episode will challenge you to rethink your “husband checklist” and elevate your prayer life. Learn how to pray for:
- A man who deals with spots – purity and integrity.
- A man who smooths the wrinkles – emotional peace and spiritual stability.
- A man who washes with the Word – a man of prayer and consecration.
Before you pray for a husband, learn why God wants you to be washed and prepared first—and how doing so aligns your heart with His standard of Christlike love.
✨ Key Takeaways:
- Christlike love costs something—love that sacrifices, covers, and cultivates.
- Prayer and the Word are the foundation of a husband’s ability to lead spiritually.
- Marriage is a spiritual assignment, not a fairy tale, and should refine both hearts.
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Proverbs 31:10, NKJV, states, “"Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies."
So, what is the meaning of a virtuous wife? A virtuous wife is often described as a woman who embodies moral excellence and good character in various aspects of her life, particularly within the context of her marriage and family.
Faithfulness and Loyalty: She is devoted and faithful to her husband, maintaining loyalty and trust in their relationship.
Kindness and Compassion: She shows love, kindness, and compassion to her family and others, often being nurturing and caring.
Wisdom and Prudence: She possesses wisdom and good judgment, making thoughtful decisions that benefit her family and household.
Diligence and Hard Work: She is industrious and hardworking, contributing to the well-being and prosperity of her family through her efforts.
Humility and Modesty: She exhibits humility and modesty in her behavior and appearance, not seeking attention or praise for herself.
Strength and Resilience: She demonstrates strength and resilience in facing challenges, providing support and stability to her family during difficult times.
Moral Integrity: She upholds strong moral principles, being honest, ethical, and trustworthy in her actions.
Supportive and Encouraging: She supports and encourages her husband and children, fostering an environment of growth and positivity.
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This podcast is a continuation of our discussion on the qualities and importance of being a prudent wife. For single women, who want to marry a man of God, it's essential to embody these characteristics, as they are vital.Show notes:
Faithfulness and Loyalty: She is devoted and faithful to her husband, maintaining loyalty and trust in their relationship.
Kindness and Compassion: She shows love, kindness, and compassion to her family and others, often being nurturing and caring.
Wisdom and Prudence: She possesses wisdom and good judgment, making thoughtful decisions that benefit her family and household.
Diligence and Hard Work: She is industrious and hardworking, contributing to the well-being and prosperity of her family through her efforts.
Humility and Modesty: She exhibits humility and modesty in her behavior and appearance, not seeking attention or praise for herself.
Strength and Resilience: She demonstrates strength and resilience in facing challenges, providing support and stability to her family during difficult times.
Moral Integrity: She upholds strong moral principles, being honest, ethical, and trustworthy in her actions.
Supportive and Encouraging: She supports and encourages her husband and children, fostering an environment of growth and positivity.
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So, I decided to open up just a little about my dating life. Obi and I will discuss how we met, values on marriage, family, enjoyment, and much more!
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This is a candid conversation with my parents. During this conversation, they give their view of a healthy marriage, and how to navigate through hard times.
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God told man that He's the one who will give the man a prudent wife. Now, ladies...what should you do to become a prudent wife?
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Women of God, we are set apart from everyone else. Therefore, when we are praying that God sends us a husband that are certain things that we should be praying for when asking God for a husband.
The TOP seven things that we, as women of God, should look for in a man:
1. Spiritual leadership, including family worship of prayer and Bible study (1 Peter 3:7)
2. Person Affirmation (Ephesians 5:25)
3. Tender Loving care, including touching, courtesies, and loving words (Proverbs 5:19)
4. Intimate, sensitive, and understanding communication (Song Of Solomon 2:16)
5. Integrity worthy of respect and transparency so that nothing is hidden (Genesis 2:25)
6. Provision and sustenance as well as protection (Genesis 2:15)
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Did you know that femininity was a gift from God that was given to all women? In this episode, I will be discussing the Biblical principles of femininity and how to embrace it to live a flourishing life. I will then take a turn and discuss the life of Ester and how femininity saved her people.
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There has been so much talk about submission. Everyone has their own ideas of what it's supposed to be. I want to encourage everyone to read what the Bible says about the word submission.
In Ephesians, Paul tells us to walk circumspectly because the days are evil, be filled with the Spirit, speak to everyone in psalms and hymns, give thanks to God, AND THEN SUBMIT. It will be hard for anyone to truly understand the meaning of submission until they are filled with the Spirit.
Listen to the episode, take notes, and let me know what you think. Connect with me on Instagram: @thedrstephanieshow
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This is a really quick episode where I am discussing Proverbs 9:13-18. This message is for men; however, women you can gain some insight, as well.
I am not calling women harlots! But, some of the activities that are disolayed aligned closely with the harlot in Proverbs 7:6-27. This podcast is for both men and women. My question for men is: Do you pray before entering into a relatioship?
It's been a while; however, I'm back. I have a lot of GOOOOODDD stuff to talk about during this season. I'm even going to open up more about my life! This episode is the introduction to Season 4. I cannot wait to hear from all of you. I hope and pray that you all enjoy this season!
Do we have our own perception of marriage and relationships? Do not consider our mates, perception of marriage? In this episode, we are talking about feminine energy, date nights, and the churches influence on marriage
Apostle Chris Watson and Prophetess Karyn Watson have been married for 33 years. The couple dropped so many gems and did not hold back. They gave the inside scope on how men and women really think when they are dating. Again, you do not want to miss this episode.
Meet the Gordon's! This God sent couple was certainly on the show for a reason. They have given so many Christian gems that we can use as a foundation for our relationships. Tune in and listen to their love story. But, don't just listen. Get a notebook and write down the practical tools they have spoken and apply it to your relationship and life.
We are excited to kick-off Season 3 with Dr. Pat Sanders. She and her husband will be celebrating 39-years of marriage. During this episode, she will discuss the beginning stages of marriage and tasks single women should be doing to prepare for marriage. This is an episode that you do not want to miss.
February is the LOVE month. But, more specifically, we are going to focus on Black Love! During this season, you will hear from married couples who have been married from 5 years to nearly 40 years. This is a season that you don't want to miss!
Ladies, this is the last episode of Season 2 - The Single Vision. We know that our Single Vision should be solely on pleasing God. In this episode, I'll discuss how we can put it all together so that we can live a life pleasing to God.
During this singleness season, we do not have the concerns or the cares of marriage weighing on us. Therefore, we have all the time in the world to put our Spiritual Gifts into action. We have all the time in the world to do the work of the Lord. If you haven't listened to episode 4, which discusses spiritual gifts, I encourage you to go back and listen to the episode first as this episode is a continuation. Let us take this time to discover, prepare, and use our spiritual gifts to glorify God and build up His Kingdom.
Let's stop playing around; let's go ahead and write the vision/plan and make it plain. It's time for us to live a joyous single life without worries while waiting on the man God has for us.
I know; I know. It can be hard living a life without a husband. But, I am here to tell you that it's joy living a purposeful single life devoted to God. Yes! There is joy in being single. Our goal is to recognize our passion, skills, and God-given spiritual gifts to obtain joy. Remember having joy will attract the right people and even a husband in your life to fulfill your purpose of building the Kingdom of God.
This is probably my favorite episode. I absolutely love talking about spiritual gifts. This episode is an introduction to spiritual gifts and how those gifts can bring you joy once you start to operate in it within your life. It is important that single women recognize the God given gifts that has been placed within their lives so that they will truly know who they are before entering into a relationship or marriage.
During our season of singleness, it is extremely important that we make time to spend with God. Oue time management should be intentional in everything we do and every move we make. When we spend time with God, we get a clear vision of our relationship. We also become a better woman for our man once we become his wife.
Have you ever thought about your relationship with God? Do you have a relationship with God? Are you doing things that might compromise your relationship with God? During this episode, you will find out why it's important to build a personal relationship with God first before building a relationship with a man; you will also find out how to build a personal relationship with God.
Season 2 is finally here! I am so excited about this episode. During this episode, you will FINALLY understand who you are! Many times, we seek worldly things to help us understand ourselves, and we still go through life clueless as it pertains to understanding self. In order for us to go have a successful relationship and stop putting unrealistic expectations on our men in order to make us happy, we have to know who we are. So, get out your pens and journals and start taking notes.
Hello Single Ladies. I am excited that we have wrapped up Season 1. If you enjoyed Season 1, you're going to LOVE Season 2. Season 2 will give you tools and resources that you need to become a better person better entering into a romantic relationship. Before you listen to this introduction, grab your pen, paper, and journal so that you can take notes on the information that I'll give you regarding each episode. Season 2 will begin Monday, May 18th.
Dr. Stephanie and Dr. Wolfe talks about relationship, love and God. Listen in to get his views on love and how men truly feel about it. Dr. Wolfe is Assistant Vice President at an institution of higher education.
Listen to Dr. Stephanie and Dale Lott's conversation about relationships and how God views it. Dale Lott Author, Speaker, and Poet, Dale E. Lott, Jr. shows men and women the importance in trusting God to find the mate He has for them. By connecting to listeners on a personal level and discussing relevant, real life issues from the Word of God, Dale gives you and your audience a fresh perspective on how to receive what God has for you in spite of your mistakes, flaws, and idiosyncrasies. You don’t have to chase person after person, be rejected over and over, or follow, or follow someone’s formula to be successful at finding someone tailor made according to how you’re wired.
How often do you get into a relationship and find little things you don't like about the man? Once you find those things, you may think to yourself that you'll be able to change him with time. We've all been there...you know...thinking we can change a man. Listen to what Dr. Stephanie has to say about that.
We've all heard of red flags. We've all been told to watch the red flags. Now, what if I told you there are green flags that we should watch out for...Listen to this episode to find out what those green flags are and how you can avoid them.
In this episode, Dr. Stephanie, gives a look into her life, where she's from, love, and dating. She also tells what the show is about and how it will single women.