The Heal Ministry Podcast

Listen in to Matt's message from the Fall Heal Retreat, then sign up using the link below for the Winter Heal Retreat happening on January 30, 2021. The Heal Retreat is a one-hour event designed to help you draw closer to God and build community with others who are experiencing physical pain or limitation. The Winter Heal Retreat will take place Saturday, January 30, 2021 from either 12-1pm EST or...

Listen in to Tera's message from the Fall Heal Retreat, then sign up using the link below for the Winter Heal Retreat happening on January 30, 2021. Tera IG: @terabradham The Heal Retreat is a one-hour event designed to help you draw closer to God and build community with others who are experiencing physical pain or limitation. The Winter Heal Retreat will take place Saturday, January 30, 2021 fro...

Alexis Clevinger has had a season of massive chronic condition diagnoses, she experienced a season of healing when she was pregnant, and then has recently seen some symptoms come back. Today she shares about how she has found God and joy in each of these seasons. Sign up for the Winter Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealministry.com/events Tera IG: @terabradham Alexis IG: @allaboutadaptablealex...

Patrick Gray and Justin Skeesuck are lifelong best friends, authors, and the stars of an award-winning documentary. They’ve written three books (see below), been on the Today show, and spoken at TedX Boise. Justin has a degenerative disease that has slowly taken away his ability to use his body. Even in a power wheelchair, he wanted to attempt the Camino, a 500-mile journey on the ancient pilgrima...

In this episode, architect Rick Archer joins us to talk about the different kinds of pain and healing he has experienced in his life. We talk about a miraculous healing he experienced that lasted over 20 years, then the ensuing back surgery that came about when the pain returned. We also talk about a gym accident he had that left him with over 100 doctor appointments and reconstructive procedures...

Author Liuan Huska joins us today to talk about her new book, Hurting Yet Whole: Reconciling Body and Spirit in Chronic Pain and Illness. We talk about some theology with healing that can hopefully bring healing to you. We also talk about ways we can help members of the body of Christ who live in chronic pain or illness. BOOK: Hurting Yet Whole: Reconciling Body and Spirit in Chronic Pain and Illn...

Sara Willoughby (author SG Willoughby) shares her journey through her chronic illnesses of Lyme Disease, multiple chemical sensitivities, and mold poisoning. As a teenager, she wrote the book "He's Making Diamonds: a Teen's Thoughts on Faith Through Chronic Illness," and she founded the Making Diamonds Conference for chronic illness warriors.  Follow Sara and me to read and talk about Sara's...

Listen in on our second interview with Shad as he shares his story of misdiagnoses for an unknown illness and what he is currently doing to stay faithful to the Lord in this struggle. Shad shares how he first started having symptoms while playing football in college and how his condition has progressed all the way until now and how he deals with his current symptoms as a pastor and husband. ...

Hannah Martindale is a PT who has recently had her own struggle through pain after an invasive corrective surgery for hip dysplasia. She shares her personal journey through the ups and downs of recovery, how God met her through this, and how her support system worked through this time. Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802411592/ Hannah IG: @hmmartindale

After kayaking, Karen discovered some lumps underneath her arm. She soon discovered she had breast cancer, underwent treatment, a lumpectomy, and is currently in remission. Listen in on her journey through breast cancer, the insecurities it can cause, the surrender of control it takes, and the faith that got both her and her husband through it all. Brant and Karen join us in October, Breast Cancer...

October is both Infertility Awareness Month as well as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Jenna has experienced both infertility and infant loss, and on today's episode she shares her story through the highs and lows of feeling like her body wouldn't do what it was designed to do. If you have friends who are currently struggling with infertility or miscarriages, please pray about sending t...

This is a bonus episode of Suzanne Haverkorn’s message from the Summer Heal Retreat. She talks about the practical arrangement of life priorities. This is a great episode for you, whether you deal with chronic pain or not! We could all use a biblical basis for how we prioritize our lives. Register for the Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/ Suzanne’s email: suzanne.haverkorn@gmail.com Su...

Since birth, a tumor had been growing on the inside of Jessica's chest. Because of its placement, instead of becoming visible, it grew until it took up the cavity where her lung should have been. The tumor went undiagnosed until Jessica rowed in college and found she couldn't breathe. After a massive surgery to remove the football-sized tumor, Jessica has still dealt with chronic pain and compensa...

In this bonus episode, listen to Paul Butler’s message from the Summer Heal Retreat about being content in all circumstances, particularly amidst physical pain and limitation. Paul is in the middle of his own struggle with cancer, and his examples and wisdom will leave both inspired and equipped to learn to be content. Register for the Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/ Paul’s IG: @paul...

In the matter of three months, Elijah lost two of his greatest passions: playing piano and bodybuilding. A nerve disorder flared up in the finale of his final performance as a music major in college that prevented him from playing correctly (he still has the nerve disorder today, over ten years later). A few months later, he blew out his rotator cuff, losing bodybuilding, as well. In this episode,...

This episode is a recording of Tera Bradham DeNeui's message at the Summer Virtual Heal Retreat.  Registration for Fall Virtual Heal is LIVE! Head to https://www.thehealretreat.com/ to register now! For information about becoming a Heal Advocate, scholarships, or any other inquiries, please email thehealretreat@gmail.com IG Tera Bradham: @terabradham

In her 20s, Callie Colwick began a pregnancy excited to welcome her second child into the world. But the pregnancy turned high-risk, she developed E. Coli, her body turned septic, and she ended up in the fight of her life in the ICU for two years. Through both divine and medicinal intervention, Callie escaped with her life, but she lost both legs in the process. In this episode she shares the joy...

Bob Bardwell became paralyzed from the waist down at 25 when a construction accident caused a digger truck to fall on him. Now in his seventies, Bob has turned one of his greatest tragedies into one of his greatest triumphs. He has finished 100 marathons in his wheelchair, he created Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, home to military Welcome Home initiatives, camps, and retreats, he helped create...

Brynn Schmidt didn't know she was hard of hearing until she was diagnosed in high school. God used this to change the trajectory of her life, helping her learn sign language and attend a deaf university where she played volleyball. Listen in to have an insider's glimpse into the deaf community and to be challenged to reframe the way you listen to and hear God.  Gallaudet University: https://w...

Eddie Williams joins us to talk about his journey from playing in the NFL to his four surgeries that led him to planting a church and becoming a pastor. He also shares about losing his mom to cancer at a young age and the blog and YouTube channel he's created, Ex Nihilo Health, that empower you to pursue a life of health and longevity from a biblical perspective. You can connect with him using the...

Two years ago, Kaylene was in a rock climbing accident where she lost her hand and her leg. She barely survived, and now lives as a double amputee. She has good days and bad days, but we got to talk to each other on a bad day. You'll be privileged to hear what life is really like for those who live in chronic pain in limitation, and you'll be uplifted by knowing that God is good, even amidst the s...

Haven Faith Shepherd lives life with no legs, but she says if that's the worst thing she has going on in her life, it's not that big of a deal. Even though her story has an intense beginning, God has claimed her as His own from the start, and she lives a full and vibrant life of redemption. Born in Vietnam as the result of an affair, her biological parents believed the only way for them to be...

Michelle Eastman has lived her entire life with cerebral palsy. A triplet with one sister who has a more severe case of cerebral palsy than she does, Michelle has learned how to relate to her own life with a disability, how to navigate relationships involving disability, grieving the loss of what could have been, how to navigate people praying for her healing, how to carry the stares of others and...

Nathan Whitten was born in Russia with only five fingers and hip dysplasia. Told he would never be able to live a normal life, he was given up for adoption and then raised in the US. Contrary to doctor's expectations, Nathan has overcome the odds stacked against him, graduating from college, becoming a teacher and a coach, and qualifying for the World Games Team for the United States on his way to...

Listen as Lindsey shares about a grapefruit-sized brain tumor in her brain and what God did through her 18 surgeries and beyond. She's grateful for the surgeries that could have cost her her life, and she believes God used her trial to turn her into the person He wanted her to be. You'll be inspired by the intricacies of God working in Lindsey's life and you'll be encouraged that no situation, no...