Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope

Truth vs. Lies

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What lies are you believing about your suffering? Rebuild those thought patterns by soaking in the truth of Scripture and replacing every lie with the...

Where the War is Won

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a purchase from the Joni and Frie...

The Ammunition of Bible Promises

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you in the midst of suffering? Hold fast to the promises of God and use them to fight against despair. God delights when you bring his promises to...

My Lifeline

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you are struggling in difficult circumstances, hold fast to the lifeline of God’s Word. He promises that you will see his goodness and you will b...

Help When You Can't Go On

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you can’t go on? Your hardships push you to lean on Jesus completely – he always seems bigger to those who need him most, an...

Fear and Control

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Family Retreat season is in full swing, making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities and their families! Please be in prayer for all t...

Spiritual Healing

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for your free copy of the pamphlet "Where's My Miracle?" --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of ...

God's Priorities

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for your free copy of the pamphlet "Where's My Miracle?" --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of ...

"If It Be Your Will"

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for your free copy of the pamphlet "Where's My Miracle?" --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of ...

A Target on Your Back

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for your free copy of the pamphlet "Where's My Miracle?" --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of ...

Bible Guarantees

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for your free copy of the pamphlet "Where's My Miracle?" --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of ...

The Battlefield Jesus

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you are suffering, you don’t want a syrupy-sweet Jesus – you want a battlefield Jesus! Through him you are more than a conqueror. -------- T...

Strength for the Fainting Heart

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling with how to pray in the middle of your pain? Offer up the words of a hymn as a prayer. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the ...

The New Prosperity Gospel

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

God’s grace is not cheap grace – it cost Jesus his life. No, his is a costly grace! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ in...

A Creative Witness

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are all kinds of creative ways to be a witness for the Gospel! No matter where you are or who you meet, you can have an effective outreach for C...

America the Beautiful

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for a copy of our newsletter. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a pu...

Wedding Vows

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org to see pictures from Joni and Ken's wedding day and to get your free copy of the pamphlet "PTSD: Healing for Bad Memories." ------...

Affirming Words

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for your free copy of the booklet "PTSD: Healing for Bad Memories." --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into...

Power for Today and Tomorrow

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for your free copy of the pamphlet "PTSD: Healing for Bad Memories"  and watch Josh and Stephanie's story at https://youtu.be/CHU...

My Filthy Righteousness

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for your free copy of the booklet "PTSD: Healing for Bad Memories." --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into...

Go to God

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Go to joniradio.org to ask for your free copy of the booklet "PTSD: Healing for Bad Memories." --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Chri...

Embodying the Gospel

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The next time you declare the Gospel, make sure you demonstrate it too! Often a simple act of kindness opens the hearts of others to the love of Chris...

Persevere

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Perseverance is a chorus of praise to God’s amazing grace! Persevere – there is a rich reward awaiting you. -------- This Christmas, you can shin...

Tell Satan the Truth

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Go to joniradio.org for a copy of our newsletter and for more information about the Beyond Suffering Bible. --------This Christmas, you can shine the ...

How Long, O Lord?

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever asked the Lord, “how long?” You don’t have a high priest who is out of touch with your reality – he is with you! -------- This ...

The Gospel in Action

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for updates on Ukraine. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a purchase...

A Fix-It Kind of Father

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org to see photos of Joni's father. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a ...

A Chance to Die

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Christian life is a chance to die to yourself for the sake of Christ – for the sake of others in need. So find a way to work for justice in your...

Little Joni

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As a Christian, you share in the name of Christ. So live in a way that honors the reputation of Christ. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the li...

Going to Bat for God

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Go to joniradio.org for a copy of our newsletter. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a pu...

A Father's Joy

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Watch Arnoldo and Marcela's story here: https://youtu.be/wv9W9uSRzro --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness...

Care for the Stranger

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org to see a photo of Galyna. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a purcha...

Keep Telling People About Jesus

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Go to joniradio.org to see a picture of Andrew's stuffed hamster! --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness an...

Lead Your Emotions to the Psalms

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do your emotions ever get the better of you? Grab them by the scruff of the neck and lead them to the Psalms! -------- This Christmas, you can shine ...

The Kingdom Agenda

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org for Church Training and Resources! --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with...

Time to Shape Up

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is here, and it’s time to shape up your heart! Ask the Holy Spirit to create in you the “unfading loveliness of a gentle and quiet spirit”...

Hang on to Hope

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You are promised trouble in this world, but with God’s grace you can be confident that you will make it to the other side. Christ has overcome the w...

To Thank God Gives Him Glory

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle to feel thankful? Start wrapping your mouth around words of thankfulness and praise, and pray for the Holy Spirit to break into your h...

The Highway of Holiness

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to walk in the way of holiness? Ask the Lord to help you see your sins and throw them off. Ask his forgiveness, and be holy as he is holy....

Your "Good" Body

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like badmouthing your body? Do not agree with the devil, who wants to put your body down. Instead, give God your body to use as a wea...

Memorial on the High Seas

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is it well with your soul even when you suffer? The hymn “It Is Well” not only expresses loss, but also the writer’s confidence in God and his s...

Desiring a Better Country

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself thinking of heaven as a place you get back everything you’ve lost? While it will be a place of joy and no more sorrow, it will ...

Showcasing God's Glory

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you give God the glory in your disability? The devil sees disability as his territory – he wants you to despair, to give up on trusting God. ...

What Jesus Wins

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why were you chosen and saved by God? You are to be a sparkling jewel in the King’s crown, the bride of Christ. Get ready for that glorious day when...

Search Your Heart and Be Silent

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Take time today to be silent before God out of respect for him. Search your heart and confess your sin. Consider his greatness and listen to what he r...

The Forever Party

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever grow weary longing for heaven? It will be dazzlingly beautiful as all God’s people are gathered up to him, praising him together. So get...

No Innocent Bystanders

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Christian service is sacrificial – it always costs something. Is God pressing you into service to help someone near you who is suffering? Don’t wa...

Your Prayer Closet

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself thinking that God exists for your beck and call? Think again – let your afflictions lead you into your prayer closet. Only then...

Promises Mean Everything

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you’re in over your head with your suffering? Hold fast to the promises of God – they are ways out of despair. These promise...

Safeguarding the Vulnerable

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

View the resources mentioned in the program at joniradio.org. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pa...

Bringing Comfort

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can you encourage and bring comfort to those around you who are struggling? Offer your presence and be there for them! Find more practical ways to...

Masterpiece in Progress

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Draw near to God’s masterpieces all around you – the people he’s made! He places immense value on your life. And he invites you to take part in ...

Every Word Counts

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you know Christ, every word counts! Don’t let your words be careless and idle, accomplishing nothing, but instead bring Christ into every conve...

The Trial of Bearing Fruit

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Christians are promised suffering in this life! Suffering prunes you so that you might bear fruit, much like a gardener prunes a tree. Instead of bein...

The King is There

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Old Testament is filled with glimpses of Jesus! Join Joni and Ken as they read through the Bible chronologically this year and look for hints and ...

Not Forgotten

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Healing doesn’t always come in ways we expect – sometimes it even comes in the form of a wheelchair offering greater mobility! Through Joni and Fr...

Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The world is a dark place. Will you succumb to the darkness or be a hope-filled ambassador of Christ? Place your confidence and hope in Christ. ------...

Groaning in Prayer

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you groaning in prayer today, grieved by the state of the world? Open your heart before the Lord and lament with true emotion. For more informatio...

Pretty Things

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are celebrating 40 years of Joni and Friends Radio! If our program has encouraged you in your own hardships, share your story with us today at joni...

Setting the Course

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle to sing through your suffering? It’s not always easy. It takes discipline and practice, but you can learn to trust God in your hards...

A New Attitude

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re celebrating our 40th anniversary this week at Joni and Friends Radio! Has our radio program blessed you over the years? Tell us how at jonirad...

Get Ready to Celebrate

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Next week marks the 40th anniversary of the Joni and Friends radio program! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of...

Help on the Way

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joni and Friends Family Retreats offer hope in the midst of hardship and despair. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into pl...

The Sandblast of Suffering

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Suffering exposes our true selves, pressing us up against the holy God. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of dar...

Pick Up the Pace

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Every step is taking us toward our home of righteousness! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain...

Precious Yet Pounded

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can we be the apple of God’s eye, and still be marked for suffering? -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of ...

The Earth is the Lord's

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Taking time to enjoy nature and thank God for all of it renews our souls. Reflect his beauty back to him by making time to explore the world he has cr...

The Bush Doesn't Matter

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are like Moses’ burning bush, vessels through which the Lord speaks. There was nothing special about that bush, yet God chose to use it for his g...

Offering Strength to Weary People

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Although it may be impossible to literally bear your friend’s burden, you can still help by encouraging them. Your prayers and presence offer streng...

I'd Still Choose Jesus

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joni shares a passage from John 5 and a real-life story that proves that Jesus sees those who suffer. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the lig...

Understanding Autism

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s program, as part of Autism Awareness Month, Joni interviews her friend Zach about his experience with autism. -------- This Christmas, ...

The Weight of Sin

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know there’s a plant called the “Crown of Thorns?” Aside from having beautiful blossoms, it also has sharp, nail-like thorns. Joni expla...

Were You There?

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joni shares the power of African-American spirituals to explore the topic of suffering. The song “Were You There?” reminds us all that, yes, we we...

Lambs for the Slaughter

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joni shares the connection between Exodus and Easter: a lamb. The crimson thread of sacrifice runs all the way from Exodus to Jesus, reminding us of t...

A Rock in the Storm

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joni shares a story about a storm crashing on a rock at Big Sur and compares the rock to Jesus: immovable and fixed. Although the storm is raging all ...

A Heart for Veterans

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s program, Joni shares about Joni and Friends Warrior Getaways, retreats for veterans and their families. These valiant men and women make ...

True Spiritual Blessings

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Blessings don’t always look the way we expect. Jesus gives us something far deeper than we can imagine: he links blessings with suffering and pain. ...

This World Is Not My Home

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hebrews 11 pilgrims are always looking toward their souls’ true home: eternity with Jesus. This earth is not our home, and we are wanderers and noma...

Keep Sowing Seeds

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s program, Joni shares 2 Timothy 4, saying that we need to preach the Gospel all the time, even when it is uncomfortable. You never know wh...

You Are in His Grip

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joni shares the story of a runaway puppy stuck in a storm drain. We are like that puppy when we are stuck in our sin, in need of a Rescuer! Jesus is f...

The Fragrance of Heaven

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joni Eareckson Tada shares the hope of heaven that can be experienced at a Joni and Friends Family Retreat. In the face of such joy, difficulty seems ...

The Infinite Riches of Christ

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joni shares John Calvin’s preface to the French Bible. Jesus’ sacrifice allows his people to be welcomed into fellowship with the Father. Death an...

Pleasures Tell the Truth

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Your desires and pleasures reveal what your heart truly treasures. Is your heart gripped by selfish pursuits? Or do you consider everything to be noth...

Caring for Orphans and Widows

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit Joni's Facebook page for updates on our work in Ukraine. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and p...

Hold Your Blessings Lightly

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 joi...

A Fence of Protection

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 protectiv...

The Cry of the Afflicted

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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Look on My Distress

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit Joni's Facebook page. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a purchase from the Joni a...

Cheerful Insecurity

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Unwelcome intrusions and disruptions in your routine can leave you feeling insecure. But the everlasting arms of your sovereign God will never let you...

Each Day is a Victory

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Serving by Sharing Jesus

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit joniradio.org to sign up for the Joni and Friends newsletter. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness ...

Chase the Daylight

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Visit the ornitheology blog. --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a purchase from the Joni ...

A New Purpose

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about volunteering at a Family Retreat! --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a purcha...

Determined Unto Glory

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Request the poem Joni shared! --------This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and pain with a purchase from the Joni...

Being the Hands of Jesus

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hear the amazing story of how God transformed the heart and marriage of a young, special needs mother. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the lig...

A Worthy Battle

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 yo...

For the Sake of Jesus

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 persecutio...

Let Pain Take Wing

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 mat...

Old Testament Compassion

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

Our Spiritual Battle

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...