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Dr. Cynthia Elaine Hicks Johnson was born in Montezuma Georgia and raised in Dooly County Georgia in the small town of Pinehurst. Her parents are Charlie Hicks and the late Lessie Ilene Mathis Hicks. She received her childhood education in the Dooly County School System. She is blessed with two beautiful grown children, her daughter, her son and her grandson.

Cynthia E. Hicks Johnson Doctor of Ministry (D.O.M.), Pastoral Counseling

At the age of 18, Dr. Cynthia Hicks Johnson joined the United States Army. She retired in 2009 as a First Sergeant after 20 years of honorable service. During her military career she served in multiple overseas assignments including Germany, Saudi Arabia, Panama, and South Korea, as well as stateside assignments at Fort Drum, New York; the Pentagon; Fort Riley, Kansas; and Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

While serving in the Army, Dr. Johnson pursued higher education and graduated from Central Texas College with an Associate Degree in General Studies. She later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Transportation and Logistics Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from American Military University. She also holds a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling (Marriage and Family) from Liberty University, an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Care and Education from American Military University, and a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling from Andersonville Theological Seminary.

In 2001, while stationed in Daegu, South Korea, Dr. Johnson began attending the Camp Walker Collective Protestant Gospel Service where she was exposed to strong apostolic and prophetic teaching. During that season she also received spiritual mentorship from Bishop Kendall and Pastor LaYona Washington of Faith Temple Christian Center International, who poured significantly into her spiritual development.

While stationed in Korea, she served faithfully in several ministry roles including the Usher Ministry, Choir, Hospitality Ministry, Praise and Worship Team, and the Youth Department where she served as both Assistant Director and Director. She also served in the Sunday School Department as a teacher for both youth and adults.

As God continued to cultivate her calling, she later served at New Dimensional Christian Ministry at Camp Henry where she acknowledged the call of God upon her life and united with the Holy Deliverance Church of God Foundation of Truth. Under the leadership of Apostle Bennie L. Kelly, she was ordained as a Minister in 2004 and later ordained as an Evangelist in 2005.

In 2007, after seeking the Lord concerning her calling, Dr. Johnson received deeper understanding through the scriptures in Jeremiah chapters 1–3 and began to recognize the prophetic mantle upon her life. In 2011 she was licensed in prophetic ministry and continues to walk in the Office of the Prophet as the Lord has ordained.

In 2016 she was ordained as a Pastor during a season of ministry leadership and development. Over the years, God has continued to refine and direct her calling as she serves according to the leading of the Holy Spirit.

Dr. Johnson has completed extensive biblical and ministry training, including prophetic studies, church administration, spiritual gifts, church governance, prophetic protocol, and discernment in prophetic ministry. She remains committed to the daily study of the Word of God and the continued development of biblically grounded ministry.

She serves as the Founder of Date With Destiny Inc. and Pastor of Destiny Ministries in Houston County, Georgia. Through preaching, teaching, mentoring, and prophetic ministry, she travels to minister at women’s conferences, youth conferences, church anniversaries, community events, and wherever the Lord opens doors for her to serve.

Dr. Johnson is also a published author whose writings focus on healing, spiritual growth, prophetic discernment, and strengthening the Body of Christ. Her published works include:

• The Other Side of Through – A book of inspirational poetry that encourages readers through life’s trials and victories. Available on Amazon.

• Daddy’s Daughters: The Importance of Father–Daughter Relationships – A powerful exploration of how the presence or absence of a father impacts the emotional and spiritual development of daughters. Available on Amazon.

• Prophetic Survival Guide: Navigating Compromise in the House of God Without Losing Your Peace – A practical and spiritually grounded guide to maintaining discernment and integrity while navigating challenges within ministry environments. Available on Amazon.

• Keys to Life Series – A series of practical teachings designed to equip individuals with biblical principles for everyday living. Available on BookPatch.com.

She is currently writing additional volumes for the Keys to Life Series as well as a devotional titled From My Desk to You: Daily Devotional.

Through fasting, prayer, and continued study of the Word of God, Dr. Johnson remains committed to growing as a vessel that glorifies God both in her life and in her ministry. Matthew 6:31–33 and Proverbs 4:1–7 serve as guiding scriptures for her life and ministry, reminding her to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and to pursue wisdom and understanding above all.

Her prayer remains simple:

"Lord, if You can use anything, use me to exhort, comfort, and encourage the Body of Christ."