Rising Above with Becky Davidson

Dustin Rawls: I don’t know how special needs families survive without... About the series This January, Rising Above with Becky Davidson launches a brand-new series called “I Don’t Know How Special Needs Families Survive Without…”—and we’re kicking it off with a powerful conversation featuring Dustin Rawls, dad to his teenage daughter Madison, who has spina bifida. In this episode, Dustin opens up...

Episode Title Jesus Stories: Becky Davidson  Episode Description In this week’s episode, our host Becky Davidson shares her very own Jesus story as we wrap up the “Jesus Stories” series and close out 2025 on the show. In an honest conversation, Becky opens up about her journey of faith, resilience, and what it has meant to truly know Jesus—not just as a story, but as a living presence in her life....

Title: Jesus Stories- Steve Chatman About the Episode: In this week’s episode of Rising Above with Becky Davidson, the Jesus Stories series continues with a conversation featuring Steve Chatman. Steve shares his personal Jesus story and reflects on the ways Jesus has been present through both the joyful and challenging seasons of his life. His experiences offer a thoughtful reminder of Jesus’ fait...

Title: Jesus Stories- Mikayla McKenzie About the Episode: This episode of the Jesus Stories series features a meaningful and insightful conversation with Mikayla McKenzie. Mikayla and her husband, Brandon, have been married for 11 years and have three children—Bear (8), Daisy (5), and Georgia (3). Their family recently made a bold move to Maryville, Tennessee, to plant a church, and Mikayla shares...

Jesus Stories- Sandy Ramsey Trayvick About the Episode In the second installment of the Jesus Stories series, Becky Davidson welcomes back longtime friend Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick for a deeply personal conversation about faith, resilience, and the unexpected ways God meets us in our hardest seasons. Sandy shares the profound journey of raising her son Miles, whose complex health and developmental cha...

Episode Title: Jesus Stories: Carrie M. Holt About the Episode: In this conversation, Becky Davidson and Carrie M. Holt explore the profound impact of faith on their lives, sharing personal stories of childhood, struggles with identity, and the challenges of parenting a child with special needs. They discuss the importance of recognizing Jesus' humanity, the hope of heaven, and the encouragement n...

About the Episode: In this Thanksgiving-themed podcast episode, Becky Davidson and her team discuss the significance of gratitude, share personal Thanksgiving plans, and reflect on the evolution of their holiday traditions. They explore the impact of working with families of children with special needs and how gratitude plays a vital role in their lives and work. The conversation highlights the im...

🎙️ Podcast Summary In this heartfelt episode, host Becky Davidson sits down with two special guests who have become like family — Bralin Moss and Josh Cremeans, her son Jon Alex’s care providers. Both college students, Bralin and Josh share their honest and inspiring experiences of stepping into caregiving, building deep trust, and learning alongside the Davidson family. Together, the three talk a...

About Nikki: Nikki McIntosh is the founder of Rare Mamas®, a resource and community dedicated to empowering mothers of children with rare diseases, and host of the Rare Mamas Rising podcast. Her mission stems from the profound need she felt after her son was diagnosed with a rare disease, fueling her with a passion and purpose to offer a lifeline of hope and connection to other rare moms. Nikki is...

About the Episode Join us for an inspiring conversation with Allison Hernandez as she shares her journey of raising a child with cerebral palsy. From the unexpected diagnosis to navigating daily challenges, Allison opens up about the strength and resilience she's found through faith and community. Discover how her experiences have reshaped her beliefs and brought unexpected blessings into her life...

About the Muzichuk Family Paul Muzichuk has served at The Springs Church in Florida for more than ten years, where he leads as both Missions Pastor and Counseling Pastor. He and his wife Maria, to whom he has been married for 19 years, founded Arise Biblical Counseling in 2017. The ministry has since served hundreds of individuals and families, offering biblical counseling and healing with a focus...

About the Episode In this deeply honest episode, host Becky Davidson sits down with guest Mandy Rawls for a powerful conversation about the emotional complexities of parenting children with special needs. Together, they unpack the concept of the “dark side rules”—an unspoken agreement that both parents can’t emotionally spiral at the same time. Through personal stories and lived experiences, Becky...

About Celeste Celeste Shally is a devoted mother and full-time caregiver to her adopted son with autism and intellectual disability. She is the author of While We Wait: Clinging to Christ in the Trenches of Special Needs Parenting, Since We're Friends: An Autism Picture Book, and The Bully Blockers: Standing Up for Classmates with Autism. Together with her husband, Mike, and their sons, Cooper and...

About the Episode: Join Steve and Becky as they reflect on 20 years of Rising Above, a ministry dedicated to supporting families with special needs. In this heartfelt and candid conversation, they look back on the joys and heartaches of their journey — from building a welcoming community to walking through grief, growth, and the continuing impact of Jeff, Becky's late husband and co-founder. Steve...

About the Episode In this conversation, Katie shares her experience of navigating the challenges of caring for her family, including a cousin with special needs, during Hurricane Helene. The discussion covers the impact of the hurricane on their lives, the challenges of living without power, and the importance of community support. Katie reflects on the lessons learned from the experience, includi...

About Erica Erica Kingsbury is an author and special needs mom whose debut book, Not Alone: God’s Presence on the Path of the Special Needs Mom, offers heartfelt encouragement to mothers navigating a road they never expected to walk. With honesty, warmth, and unwavering faith, Erica shares her journey of discovering God’s presence in the midst of her son Jack’s diagnosis with Williams Syndrome. Sh...

About the Episode In this episode, Becky Davidson and Kristi Farrow explore the theme of resilience in the face of life's relentless challenges. Through personal anecdotes, they discuss how to navigate continuous hardships, from unexpected diagnoses to everyday disruptions. Kristi shares her family's journey and the importance of processing emotions in real-time, while Becky emphasizes the power o...

About Melanie Melanie is a married mom to two young men. Her youngest was born with a rare genetic disorder 24 years ago. Over those years she has been a stay-at-home mom, working career mom, and homeschool mom. Through it all, her passion to reach other moms on this wonderfully complex journey has remained. She lives to share the story of grace and hope she has found in Jesus and desires to pass...

About Daniel Daniel is a speaker, author and the Vice President of the Southern Baptist Convention. He is husband to Heather and daddy to two. About the Episode Join Becky Davidson as she sits down with Daniel Ritchie, a motivational speaker and author, to explore his incredible journey of overcoming adversity. Born without arms, Daniel shares his birth story, the challenges he faced growing up, a...

About Julie Mom of four and pastor’s wife, navigating the unexpected journey of having a terminally ill child. I desire to honor the Lord in all I do — as a wife, mom, and friend — while advocating in an overwhelming medical world that often underestimates my son’s value and needs. About the Episode In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the life of Julie Schiller, a devoted mother of four living...

About the Episode In the second part of this powerful two-part series, Becky Davidson sits down again with licensed professional counselor Catherine Virden to go deeper into the emotional and relational dynamics of raising children with disabilities. They discuss how to find the right kind of therapeutic support, unpack trauma responses, and offer real-life strategies to help families maintain con...

About the Episode In this powerful episode Becky is joined by Licensed Professional Counselor, Catherine Virden for an honest and insightful conversation about the impact of trauma and stress—especially within families navigating disabilities. Becky shares her personal path into counseling, how her lived experiences shaped her approach, and the importance of recognizing both big “T” and little “t”...

About this Episode Becky Davidson and friends continue their series on life in the disability world, focusing on soul care and self-care for parents. Discussion on redefining self-care beyond traditional notions like bubble baths, emphasizing "soul care" and daily practices that nurture the spirit. Insights into the importance of community and friendship, and how inviting others into your life can...

About the Episode In this episode of Rising Above with Becky Davidson, hosts Becky, Mandy, and Dusti share their experiences as parents of children with disabilities, exploring the emotional connections formed through shared stories. They discuss the use of ChatGPT in their lives, humorous hospital experiences, and the unexpected expertise they gain in medical situations. The conversation highligh...

Title: Embracing the Journey Description: Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Mallory, who shares her heartfelt journey of adoption, family life, and finding joy amidst challenges. Discover the beauty of choosing joy, the surprises of international adoption, and the power of community support. Related Links: App