Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope

Request John Piper's booklet Don't Waste Your Cancer at joniradio.org . -------- 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 encour...

Request John Piper's "Don't Waste Your Cancer" at joniradio.org . -------- 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 encouragemen...

God sees our struggles, and He understands when we feel weary and discouraged. His Word is sufficient to meet our needs in times of emotional strife. Be encouraged as Joni and Ken share about how Scripture lifts them up when they face those low points. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every pe...

The headquarters of Joni and Friends started as a big dirt pit filled with rusting junk. But God took this drainage pit, and turned it into a home for ministry to people with disabilities around the world. As He often does, God used something ugly to build something beautiful! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisio...

We are all flawed, fragile people in need of God's grace, especially those struggling with mental illness. May we be agents of grace and healing for our friends with psychiatric disorders, extending patience and encouragement, and pointing them toward Christ. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where e...

View Ken Tada's dinner questions at joniradio.org .   -------- 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 Instagr...

As we remember those who have given their lives for our freedom on this Memorial Day, Joni tells the story of one soldier's efforts to honor fallen servicemen. Let us give thanks today for all who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person wi...

God is shaking the nations, and He is shaking our hearts! Let's not squander this opportunity to get clean before the Lord; be bold for Christ; believe Him more, and trust Him to lead and guide us through the unknown. -------- 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,...

Joni and Shauna talk about the story of Robin, the daughter of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans. Though she only lived a short time, her impact was big. Even a little girl with Down syndrome can be used mightily by 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,...

Nothing is hidden from God's sight. Even when we are alone, He is watching. Let us carefully consider our thoughts and actions, that we may honor God and bring glory to His name. -------- 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...

Lust and sinful desires should always be taken seriously. Deal harshly with sinful thoughts, before they turn into action. Look to the Holy Spirit to help you say "no" when temptation comes. He'll help you derail any train of thought that grieves the Lord. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where ever...

Visit Sue Thomas' website . -------- 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 , a...

Read Grace’s blog . -------- 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 , and YouTu...

Though Jesus' death on the cross was a dark and disastrous moment, it was also a moment of life and hope. Whatever your life may look like right now, trust that your Father can work all things together for good. -------- 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, dignit...

See the video of Angela and her mother at joniandfriends.org .   -------- 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...

The current health crisis has afforded many of us extra time at home. In addition to digging deeper into God's Word, it's also a great time to read Christian classics and inspiring biographies from Christian saints of the past. Use this time to build up your faith and draw closer to Jesus! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Fr...

In countries like Thailand, a child with a disability is often viewed as cursed or half human. Listen as Joni shares the story of one such child and how you can help others like him. -------- 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 bod...

There are many reasons for anxiety and fear during these uncertain times. Yet, God's Word tells us to cast all our anxiety on Him. Lift up your needs and concerns to Him; lean on His Word; and believe that God will not abandon or forsake you. Put your hope in Jesus Christ! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a...

At this very moment, Jesus the High Priest is interceding on your behalf before the Father. In moments of discouragement or despair, take heart that the Lord Jesus is lifting up your needs before the throne. He lives to intercede for you! -------- 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 di...

The stark realities of living in a pandemic can bring fear, heartbreak, and disappointment. The impact on many of our Joni and Friends Family Retreats has been significant. Yet, we praise God for inspiring us with new, creative ways to serve our special needs families. And we are especially thankful for the ways these families encourage us! -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni an...

Be encouraged that treasures are hidden underneath the ugly, broken circumstances of your situation. God's Word and prayer are the tools you need to find those hidden gems of God's wisdom. Start digging for your treasure today! -------- 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 fi...

Though trials can be discouraging and painful, we should not be surprised when they come. God designs trials to test and refine our faith. We can have hope in trials, knowing God uses them to make us more like Christ. -------- 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,...

True service to the Lord is service done with gladness and a cheerful heart. We serve a good and glad Master, so let us delight in serving Him! -------- 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...

No training or special qualifications are needed to share how Jesus has changed your life! Be bold and courageous and share your story. Find your voice and lift up the name of Jesus! -------- 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 bod...

God is using this present adversity to purify our hearts, dethrone our idols, and draw us nearer to Christ. In the midst of our hardships, let us rejoice in the ways God is working everything for good for those that love Him. -------- 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 find...