“If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles.” (Matthew 5:41)Danny Herman Trucking, Inc. is a faith-based company that believes in conducting ourselves and our business according to Biblical Principles. One practice that is very important to us can be found in Matthew 7:12, “do to others what you would have them do to you.” As we practice this in our business matters, we ultimately want to use this principal to make a difference in the communities in which we live and conduct business. We realize the importance of assisting others in this life by helping in any way possible to make an impact for the Kingdom of God. It is important to our company to encourage followers of Jesus Christ not only to express their faith at church, but to also have freedom to express it in the workplace.
Over the past few years, ministry has become a significant focus for us. In some cases, we as a company are in the infant stages of this journey, but we have put our trust in God that He will lead us in the direction He wants us to go.
God’s Word on Every Mile
If you encounter a Danny Herman truck on the road, you will notice that every DHT trailer carries more than freight, it carries God's word. Through prayer, we chose four key words found in scripture with an associated verse that we display on the back. We share God’s love and truth with everyone on the road, mile after mile. We have many testimonials, over the years, sent into our office via email and phone about how these words brightened someone's day.
(Isaiah 40:31 - NIV)
(John 3:16 - NIV)
(Romans 15:13 - NIV)
(Philippians 4:13 - NIV)
Current Ministry Projects
Faith Driven Chaplaincy: Caring for the Whole Team
We believe caring for our people means caring for the whole person's body, mind, and spirit. That’s why we partner with Marketplace Chaplains, providing every driver, office employee, and their family 24/7 access to a local chaplain for prayer, encouragement, and confidential support.
Whether you’re on the road, at home, or in the office, help is just a call, text, or app tap away. Our chaplains meet you where you are ready to listen, pray, and walk alongside you through life’s challenges.
This is more than an employee benefit. It’s an expression of our faith and a reflection of Christ’s call to love and serve one another every mile of the journey.
Thanksgiving - Serving in Gratitude, Guided by Faith
We believe our purpose goes far beyond moving freight, it’s about moving hearts. Each Thanksgiving, we come together as a family of believers to serve our neighbors in the spirit of Christ’s love.
Each year, our annual Community Thanksgiving Meal blessed more than 1,100 individuals and families, offering not just food, but fellowship and the reminder that no one is forgotten. Whether delivered to those unable to leave home or shared at our drive-through pick-up, every meal was given with prayer, kindness, and the hope of bringing light into someone’s day.
For us, this tradition isn’t simply an act of charity, it’s an expression of our faith. We serve because we were first served by Him. We give because we’ve been given much. And we gather in gratitude because thanksgiving is at the heart of the Gospel.
Our commitment is simple:
- To glorify God through service
- To extend the love of Christ to our community
- To share blessings with open hands and joyful hearts
As we look toward next year, our prayer is to keep growing this outreach touching more lives, sharing more meals, and spreading the hope found only in Him.
Sharing the Word, One Bible at a Time
Everyone should have easy access to the life-changing truth of God’s Word. That’s why we make a custom DHT Bible available, free of charge, to any driver, office employee, or team member who would like one.
Whether you’re at home, in the office, or parked at a rest stop halfway across the country, the Bible is more than a book, it’s guidance for the journey, comfort in the hard miles, and a constant reminder of God’s love and promises.
We offer these Bibles because we know the road can be long, but His Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Our mission is not just to move freight it’s to move hearts closer to Him.
"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." Psalm 119:105
Caring for the Next Generation
It is important to take God’s call seriously to “look after orphans and widows in their distress” (James 1:27). We believe caring for children is one of the most important ways we can live out our faith in our community.
For a number of years, we were blessed to provide the necessary school supplies to Laurel Elementary School in Johnson County, TN ensuring that students and teachers have the tools they need for learning long into the future.
In addition, we donated new winter coats to any elementary school in Johnson County that were in need, helping children stay warm and cared for through the colder months.
These acts are more than charitable giving, they are expressions of love, service, and obedience to Christ’s command to care for the most vulnerable. We want every child to know they are seen, valued, and deeply loved by God.
Past Ministry Projects
New Fence For The City Swimming Pool
In 2021, Danny Herman Trucking’s Ministry was blessed with the opportunity to serve our community by replacing the fence at the Mountain City pool. The pool is a special place where families gather during the summer, and we wanted to ensure it remained a safe and welcoming environment for children and neighbors to enjoy. By completing this project, our team was able to help preserve an important part of Mountain City’s community life.
We believe in putting our faith into action by caring for others and supporting the needs of our neighbors. Just as our trucks deliver goods across the country, our ministry is committed to delivering service, love, and hope right here at home. Replacing the fence at the community pool in 2021 is just one example of our ongoing commitment to strengthening and supporting the families of Johnson County.
Operation Christmas Child
From 2016 through 2021, Danny Herman Trucking’s Extra Mile Ministry was honored to take part in Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child. Each year, our team came together to create and pack shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies, hygiene items, and messages of encouragement for children around the world. These simple gifts carried with them the love and hope of Christ, reminding children in difficult circumstances that they are valued and not forgotten.
Faith and service are at the heart of what we do. Partnering with Operation Christmas Child gave our employees and families a hands-on way to serve others beyond our local community. Through the years of 2016 to 2021, our Extra Mile Ministry was blessed to send out hundreds of boxes that not only met physical needs but also shared joy and encouragement. This project reflects our ongoing commitment to go the extra mile—on the road, in our community, and around the world.
