Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope

Make it a practice to hold your blessings lightly. The Lord graciously gives many gifts and joys in this life, but if he removes them, you want to join Job in saying, “Blessed be the name of the Lord.” -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and the...

God gives you boundaries for your life – not to restrict you but to protect you. His intention is always for your good. So stay within his protective care, and do not stray from his side! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in th...

Visit Joni's Facebook page . -------- Thank you for listening!  Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org .   Find more encouragement on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook ,...

Visit Joni's Facebook page . -------- Thank you for listening!  Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org .   Find more encouragement on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook ,...

Unwelcome intrusions and disruptions in your routine can leave you feeling insecure. But the everlasting arms of your sovereign God will never let you go. So choose to face unexpected interruptions with a cheerful disposition, knowing your life is securely in God’s hands! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a...

Life is a gift, and every day that you wake up is a victory over the enemy. No matter how insignificant, painful, or meaningless today may be, if you are alive, the Lord has a purpose in it. So when you struggle to see his purposes, trust that every breath is a triumph over the darkness. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Frie...

Visit joniradio.org to sign up for the Joni and Friends newsletter. -------- Thank you for listening!  Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org .   Find more encouragem...

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Learn about volunteering at a Family Retreat! -------- Thank you for listening!  Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org .   Find more encouragement on Instagram , Tik...

Request the poem Joni shared! -------- Thank you for listening!  Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org .   Find more encouragement on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook ,...

Hear the amazing story of how God transformed the heart and marriage of a young, special needs mother. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org....

A life-altering injury or illness may seem like a rude detour on your otherwise smooth path to happiness. But God uses those difficulties to reveal your weaknesses and force you to lean hard on Jesus. When hard times come, keep persevering. God is with you in the battle! Visit joniradio.org for resources mentioned in today's program. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Frien...

The unbelieving world does not understand the reality of what Jesus did on the cross two thousand years ago. But when you bear hardship and persecution with grace – and you turn the other cheek – the world sees Jesus and who he really is. Do not allow a hostile culture to silence you. Stand strong for Jesus! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show po...

God does not promise to take away your troubles, but he does promise to bless you as you persevere. Do not waste your pain. Allow God to use it to mature you and display his strength to others. Let your pain take wing and do something! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disab...

Do you think of the God of the Old Testament as angry, wrathful, and vengeful? If so, consider that he describes himself as “merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.” Be careful not to misread God. He is a tender, loving Father who has compassion for you in all your hardships. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps ma...

When you became a Christian, you entered a lifelong war against your flesh. But you can win the battle! Keep choosing Jesus every day. Make him your treasure. As you starve the flesh and feed the spirit, godly desires will begin to take hold in your heart. Jesus will be right there with you as you fight the good fight of righteousness! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Fri...

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When you handle trials with contentment and an uncomplaining spirit, people will notice! Yes, afflictions are hard. But as you face them with grace, others will see Jesus. Make Jesus the main character in your story of suffering, and you will have a story worth telling! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a wo...

Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org Connect on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube . -------- Thank you for listening!  Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a w...

Read more about how Joni and Friends is serving people with disabilities amid war in Ukraine. Follow Joni and Friends on Facebook and Instagram for updates on how we are mobilizing churches to locate people with disabilities and bring them to safety. Donate to support our efforts in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dign...

Visit joniradio.org to request a copy of John Piper's book. -------- Thank you for listening!  Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org .   Find more encouragement on I...

Visit our website to see how you can participate in Wheelchair Collection Month! -------- Thank you for listening!  Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org .   Find mo...

When life is hard, and you think your situation is impossible, choose to believe God. Believe that he will give you the grace to endure. Believe that he will strengthen you in Christ. You can rejoice in suffering, but only when you die to self and live to Christ! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world whe...

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Loving your spouse sacrificially is an important principle in any marriage. Giving up wants and wishes on behalf of the other is a way of communicating love and respect. If you are married, ask God to help you look not only to your own interests but also to the interests of your spouse. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Frien...