Hope for the Caregiver

Each week I host a live program on the Truth Network that features a wide variety of topics.  This episode opens with a discussion on Forgiveness, and then my interview with Aaron Tornquist for Down syndrome Awareness Month. 

I recently attended the 75th birthday party for Joni Eareckson Tada - and shared the lessons and inspiration I received from that wonderful event.  Plus, I close the program with a special tribute to a dear friend who is now with the Lord. 

Each Weds' I host a live program titled TRUTH TALK LIVE. In this episode, I interviewed Chad and James Hampton from Huntin' the Truth" Ministry.  Plus on the last block of this program I talked about celebrating Joni Eareckson Tada's 75th birthday and the impact she's had on Gracie and me.  "A passion for God and hunting: these two passions have shaped the lives and ministries of Pastors Chad and...

Jochen (Jack)( Wurfl (92) shares his astonishing story of losing his family in the holocaust, coming to America, and his thoughts on patriotism, freedom, Israel, anti-semitism, and life.  Jack was born in 1932 in Germany to his Jewish mother and Catholic father, and lived in Austria until 1936. Anticipating Hitler's invasion of Austria, his parents sent Jack and his brother, Peter, back to Germany...

As a caregiver, if you go to church - why?  If not, why not?  I know what scripture says about church, but I am asking you as a caregiver: why are you doing it or not doing it?  In this episode I discuss this and what church means to me - along with some improvement opportunities when it relates to those who suffer - and those who care for them.

A friend called and asked about his Sunday School class taking on a family dealing with a five-year medical crisis. He mentioned they wanted to bring them meals and clean their home. He asked me what I thought. I quickly told him, "There's a better way!" We discussed this and more on this episode of Hope for the Caregiver. (And we head to the "Caregiver Keyboard!"

A powerful analogy between the chaos at the southern border and the personal consequences of not maintaining clear boundaries. Those who oppose boundaries often do so because they benefit from their absence. Failing to establish and maintain boundaries doesn't make us victims—it makes us volunteers. I explore how beliefs shape our approach to boundaries, urging listeners to take responsibility for...

  A Match Made In Heaving August 16th is our anniversary, and I'd like to take a moment to share the story of how Gracie and I met. This tale has it all: romance, humor, a bit of horror, and a lot of love. We had mutual friends at Belmont University who thought we should meet. I was a senior, though my transfer credits were all messed up, so I didn't graduate that year. Gracie had just returned to...

From 08/3/2024   peterrosenberger.com    https://a.co/d/eMV4OSm

In this program, we covered quite a bit of ground! PeterRosenberger.com

From 07/20/202 Discussing the assassination attempt on President Trump., the challenges within the culture - and Scripture's directive to believers.   

From the 07/13/2024 broadcast: Opening Monologue: This is a bigger problem than we think it is. B and C Block: Mike Flynn brings a powerful conversation about listening.  D Block: When you can't see BECAUSE of the Forest and Trees. www.hopeforthecaregiver.com   Contact Mike Flynn  FlynnMike01@gmail.com

This last hospital stay (which took two months) did me in. I put on way too much weight, and after many conversations with our friend, Dale Richardson - I finally did something about it. More than 36 pounds later - and on my way to my goal of losing 50 -Dale and I discussed the process, changes, mindset, and benefits.  www.richerhealthforyou.com   There's more at www.peterrosenberger.com  

While a change of scenery can ease the heartache and struggles of our lives, it's pointless if we pack our resentments and bitterness for the trip. We live ninety miles north of one of the most beautiful places in the world: Yellowstone National Park. Yet, despite Yellowstone National Park's pristine and soul-stirring beauty, visitors still bring their drama to the faraway fields of bison and Old...

The Truth Network invited me to guest host their live program on 06/28/2004 - which deals with current events, politics, and Theology. Since the debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump was the hot issue - I weighed in, but from a caregiver's point of view. Plus, I took a few calls.  See my article at the American Spectator  PeterRosenberger.com 

"No matter what the circumstances, we Christians should keep our heads. God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, of love and of a sound mind. It is a dismal thing to see a son of heaven cringe in terror before the sons of earth." - AW TOZER All too many caregivers feel pulled in so many directions that we second guess ourselves - while listening to those we shouldn't. In this episode...

Dr. Dan Scott joins me for a special conversation about the Church and caring for the mentally ill - and their families.  PastorDanScott.com  Dan Scott was born in Southern West Virginia in 1953. As the son of foreign missionaries, from his mid-teens, he lived in various places throughout South and Central America. After his marriage to Trish, he lived in Montreal, Quebec until 1983. In 1984, they...

From HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER 06/08/2024

Gracie was invited to sing for the President of the United States years ago. While the event was certainly memorable and exciting, what happened a few weeks later provided a seminal moment for me as a caregiver. 

One only has to see the news for five minutes, and the all too easy trap of enabling reveals its ugly head - a trap many caregivers understand.  What can be done - what's our responsibility? I discuss that and more in this Hope for the Caregiver episode.  Get Involved    

There's nothing quite like caring for someone with challenges or impairments to expose the gunk in one's soul. Regardless of our best intentions, when selfishness rears its ugly head, our jaws can quickly tighten—and our fists clench. As a pianist, my hands must always remain open to make beautiful music. As caregivers, what kind of music do we forfeit when resentment curls our hands into fists? T...

My friend once jokingly called me "America's Caregiver," and while it seemed over-the-top, the concept stuck with me. As I watch our nation grapple with profound challenges—such as the porous southern border leading to illegal immigration, our staggering national debt, and a growing disconnect from what it means to be American—I can't help but draw parallels between the principles that sustain fam...

From a major milestone to "the secret of triumph" to precision pastoring, we cover quite a bit of ground in this Hope for the Caregiver episode. www.hopeforthecaregiver.com

Losing her tennis phenom mother to cancer at 12 years old, Cindy felt God was punishing her by allowing her mom to die.  A few years later, a friend helped her understand the Gospel - and that knowledge grew to a sustaining faith when cancer once again invaded Cindy's life.  www.brinkersimmons.com  

Recall a situation where you witnessed an adult overreacting. Did it catch you off-guard? Did it make you uneasy? A psychiatrist friend once shared a valuable insight with his team: "When you see a patient overreact or act out, always remember there's a story behind that behavior."  Understanding this 'story' is crucial for caregivers dealing with individuals exhibiting frenetic or hyper behavior,...