The Robert Hicks Story
Documentaries • 40m
Robert Hicks was born during an air raid in 1940s Birmingham, England. His childhood was marked by parental neglect and abuse, his body afflicted with ankylglossia (commonly known as being tongue-tied), and his mind challenged by dyslexia. With a start like that, one might assume that Robert was destined for a troubled and unproductive life. Yet, as an adult Robert Hicks became a successful entrepreneur, operating a variety of productive businesses including a publishing company that has distributed millions of pieces of gospel literature worldwide. Discover how Robert Hicks went from forgotten child to faithful follower of Jesus in this personal and profound documentary programme.
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