Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope

God Holds Our Loved Ones Fast

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Scripture assures us that the right hand of the Lord holds us fast. Turn to God’s Word when you are anxious and need to hear His voice. -------- Th...

Glorifying Jesus Through Suffering

19 Nov 2019

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No one likes to suffer – not even Jesus. And yet He willingly drank the cup given by the Father. When pain and hardships come into your life, follow...

Encouraging Caregivers

18 Nov 2019

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Consider the caregivers you know, perhaps in your church or neighborhood, and reach out with encouragement and a helping hand. Look for ways to be a b...

Reject What is Wrong and Choose Love

15 Nov 2019

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Be careful not to flatter yourself too much and fail to detect your own sin. Allow the Holy Spirit to uncover your wicked ways and then pursue what is...

Bringing Hope to Haiti

14 Nov 2019

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Hear about Josleen’s arrival at a recent outreach in Haiti and the joy of moving her from a wheelbarrow to a wheelchair. -------- This Christmas, y...

Refreshment From God's Word

13 Nov 2019

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God’s Word is filled with refreshment and hope. Spend time reading the Bible today and be reminded of the amazing love your Beloved has for you! ---...

Enjoying Life and Apple Pie

12 Nov 2019

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Joni Eareckson Tada shares sweet memories of life on the farm – and a favorite recipe! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ ...

Saluting Our Veterans

11 Nov 2019

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Shauna Amick joins Joni to share a story about a special Veterans Day in her life. May we all give thanks for the Veterans who have sacrificed so much...

The Heart of a Pastor

08 Nov 2019

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Joni’s friend and co-worker Shauna Amick is back on the show to share a story about a pastor who opened his heart – and the church doors – to he...

Allowing Scars to Shape You

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Though you are destined for trials in this life, God uses the scars to shape you. Be encouraged that He is making you more like Christ! -------- This...

The Wonderful Joy of His Glory

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our trials make us partners with Christ in His suffering. Rejoice in your sufferings as they draw you closer to Jesus. -------- This Christmas, you c...

Saying Yes to Godliness

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The blood of Jesus covers our sins, and yet we must choose daily to turn from our sins and pursue godliness. Ask God to search and know your heart tod...

Smiling Through Suffering

04 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Though painful, the scars of our sufferings are what shape us and make us more like Christ. Smile through your sufferings, and allow your scars to sha...

Speaking God's Name With Care

01 Nov 2019

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Joni Eareckson Tada challenges us speak God’s name carefully and worshipfully. Let His name be praised! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the ...

Thus Far the Lord Has Helped Me

31 Oct 2019

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Birthdays are a great time to reflect on how the Lord has helped us. Joni shares about a special hike she took to honor the Lord. -------- This Chris...

Banana Boy

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joni’s friend Kimi is back on the show to share a touching story about a young boy she met on a Wheels for the World outreach. -------- This Christ...

Hemmed in on Every Side

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God is constantly with us. Even when we feel hemmed in on every side, we can rejoice, knowing God has His hand upon us. -------- This Christmas, you ...

Reflections from Thailand

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fitting a child with a wheelchair provides a means of showcasing God’s love to the lost and the least. Joni’s in-studio guest shares about her rec...

Consult the Lord in All Things

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It can be easy to proceed with mundane tasks without asking for God’s help, but He desires for His people to seek Him in everything. Commit your way...

Kocham Cie Means I Love You

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joni’s friend Shauna Amick joins the show to share her experience giving a wheelchair to a special girl in Poland. Be blessed by how God is working ...

Standing With Friends Who Suffer

23 Oct 2019

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Suffering and disability provides a special opportunity for close friendships to grow and blossom. Serve a friend in need and be blessed as you grow t...

Recognize Needs and Reach Out

22 Oct 2019

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The Lord takes notice when someone is in need. When you see an opportunity to help someone with a disability, move beyond fear and reach out as your S...

Shining a Light For the Lord

21 Oct 2019

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Shauna Amick joins Joni to share about an amazing coffee shop that is embracing people with disabilities. Listen and be inspired! -------- This Chr...

Made For God's Glory

18 Oct 2019

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Before God created the world He loved us and chose us. Respond to His love by living all out for Him! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the lig...

Ministry Born From Bathrooms

17 Oct 2019

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We are all weak and broken, but thankfully God’s power is displayed through our weakness. Joni shares how her friend Pastor Mark learned an importan...

Big Things Through Humble Beginnings

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God used a young woman in a wheelchair to start a worldwide ministry to people with disabilities. He delights in doing big things from small beginning...

Joni Celebrates Her 70th

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As Joni celebrates her birthday, she pledges to continue pressing on and complete the task of testifying to the Good News of God’s grace. Will you j...

Stretch Your Capacity for the Lord

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joni is turning 70, but she’s not slowing down! She’s committed to actively engage with the Lord every day, and she challenges you to do the same....

70th Birthday Interview

11 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of her 70th birthday, Joni talks to her friend Shauna about her childhood dreams, advice she’d give to her younger self, and what she’s l...

A Hand of Mercy

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When Maria set eyes on little Leslie, she fell in love. Listen to this powerful story of how one woman’s love for God and His children changed the l...

Choosing Life

09 Oct 2019

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Joni’s friend Shauna is back on the show to share her story of being pressured to abort her baby with Down Syndrome. -------- This Christmas, you ...

The Gift of Down Syndrome

08 Oct 2019

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Ten-year-old Jack talks to Joni about the joy of having a sister with Down syndrome. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into ...

Loving Children With Down Syndrome

07 Oct 2019

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Pray for expecting parents who receive a pre-natal diagnosis of Down syndrome. May they choose life! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light...

The Good in Cancer

04 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God is the God of encouragement, hope and endurance. He uses trials to instill those qualities in us. We can trust Him as we persevere in hard times. ...

Zuella's Poem

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Focus on all the things you can do and not what you can’t, for we know we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. -------- This Christ...

Tidying My Room

02 Oct 2019

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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, look for ways to encourage and support a friend dealing with this disease. Help point them to God as their ...

Man of Sorrows and Lord of Joy

01 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

While we will have sorrows in this life, we can also rejoice in what God has in store for us in heaven. Allow God to turn your heart and mind toward H...

My Cancer Memorial

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joni Eareckson Tada shares about the tangible reminder she has to help remember God’s faithfulness to her. What are the memorials of God’s faithfu...

The Danger of Independence

27 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Having an independent mindset can get you into trouble! Depend on the Lord and run to Him for hope and strength every day. -------- This Christmas, y...

Troubles to the Right and Left

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you are feeling overwhelmed by troubles, keep pressing on and climbing upward toward God. He will provide the victory. -------- This Christmas, yo...

God's Touch

25 Sep 2019

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Often in our struggles, we need a touch from God. To know that He cares. Give a hug or word of encouragement to someone who needs a touch from God tod...

The Joys and Disappointments of Friendship

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Friendship can be messy, but it allows us to grow in patience, forgiveness and humility. Thank God for the blessing of friendship! -------- This Chri...

The Right Kind of Weakness

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Allow your weaknesses and limitations to point you to Jesus. He will be your strength! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ int...

Your Pain To-Do List

20 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When pain is too much, look for someone to serve; soak yourself in Scripture; remember God’s benefits. Do not lose hope! -------- This Christmas, y...

Abiding in Jesus

19 Sep 2019

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Suffering teaches us to rely on God and put our hope and trust in Him. Learn to abide in Him, as He abides in you. -------- This Christmas, you can s...

Pain That's Perplexing

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you suffer from chronic pain, ask God to help you see your pain as an opportunity to offer a sacrifice of praise. Our Savior understands sacrifice!...

Your Helping Hand

17 Sep 2019

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God blesses your service when you help friends who are struggling or in pain. Who can you help today? -------- This Christmas, you can shine the ligh...

The Problem of Pain

16 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God hears us when we cry out in pain. Joni Eareckson Tada shares her ideas for dealing with pain and trusting God in the midst of it. -------- This C...

Learn to Think Like God

13 Sep 2019

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As you read God’s Word, God will renew your mind and transform your thinking. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into plac...

Grow Up in the Lord

12 Sep 2019

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We cannot remain infants in the Lord. Move forward and continue to grow in the grace and knowledge and wisdom of Christ! -------- This Christmas, yo...

God Delights in Blessing Us

11 Sep 2019

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God loves to bless and give us mercy. Ask Him to open the eyes of your heart to see all the blessings in your life. -------- This Christmas, you can ...

Donating Kathy's Birthday

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Two are better than one, because if one falls down, the other can help him up. Who is struggling that you can help up today? -------- This Christmas...

Serving Through Art

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joni serves others and glorifies the Lord through her artwork. Each of us has also received a gift from God to serve others. How can you use your gift...

The Surprise of Obedience

06 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As we follow the Lord in obedience, He delights to give us more than we could ask or imagine. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Chr...

God Supplies All That We Need

05 Sep 2019

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God is faithful and supplies all that we need. Be content with what you have and trust in His faithfulness! -------- This Christmas, you can shine th...

Anchor Yourself to the Lord

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Drifting away from Christ is easy to do. Pay close attention to God’s Word and stay anchored to Him. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the lig...

Love Language for Special Needs

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Disability brings additional challenges to marriage and families. Joni offers new resources for couples and parents living with special needs. -------...

The Abundant Love of Jesus

02 Sep 2019

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The demands of being the mother of a special needs child can stretch a believer’s faith to the breaking point. Joni shares the story of how one such...

Change Isn't Easy

30 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Big or small, changes are hard! Joni Eareckson Tada shares how God uses change to shape your walk with Christ. -------- This Christmas, you can shine...

Hold Fast to God's Word

29 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the midst of battle, hold fast to the Word of God, and be remembered alongside King David’s mightiest warriors! -------- This Christmas, you can...

God's Original Vision

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The core of God’s plan for us is not the pursuit of earthly comforts, but training to become like Christ. Let your vision be God’s vision! -------...

She Laughs at the Future

27 Aug 2019

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We have no need to fear the future. Our good and loving God will take care of us! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into pla...

Answering Life's Tough Questions

26 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has times when they ask God the hard questions, and children are no exception. Joni offers her thoughts on talking to children about why bad ...

Miracle in Uganda

23 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Wheels for the World team in Uganda brings not only wheelchairs, but the hope of Jesus Christ. Listen to the miraculous story of Semu! -------- T...

Sing God’s Ways

22 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The glory of the Lord is great! Let’s join Joni Eareckson Tada in making it our goal to sing praises to Him! -------- This Christmas, you can shine...

A Deuteronomy 6 Spirit

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Be careful not to forget the Lord and all His many blessings. Keep giving Him thanks! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into...

The Power of God for Salvation

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When you give the Gospel, are you merely sharing encouraging words with sad people? Be careful to communicate the Gospel’s power to save people from...

Hope Beyond Suffering

19 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Even Christians with rock solid faith can struggle with depression. Joni talks with her friend Shauna about how God helped her through seasons of depr...

Giving the Gift of Mobility

16 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If an old geezer in the Ozarks can help a disabled person, so can you! Hear Joni Eareckson Tada share his story. -------- This Christmas, you can shi...

A Rose in Uganda

15 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A Wheels for the World team brings not only wheelchairs, but also God’s Word, to families in Uganda. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the lig...

Wren the Service Dog

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Amanda’s service dog, Wren, creates a social bridge for her. We can learn from Wren and find ways to be a social bridge for those with special needs...

Putting Faith Into Practice

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God accepts us as we are; but, then we must start putting our faith into practice as we work out our salvation with “fear and trembling.” --------...

Learning Lessons From the Animals

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Look to the animals for lessons about who God is, and be inspired to serve others! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into p...

Look, No Hands!

09 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sara was born without hands, but her limitations don’t get in her way! Trust the Lord with whatever challenges you are facing. -------- This Chris...

Family Retreat Hymn Sing

08 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joni shares about a spontaneous hymn-sing at a Joni and Friends Family Retreat. May we all sing our way through suffering! -------- This Christmas, ...

Fix Your Eyes On Jesus

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you are feeling weary in your Christian walk, fix your eyes on Jesus and don’t lose heart. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of ...

Joni And Friends’ 40th Anniversary

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God’s Word calls us to run the race with endurance, in spite of hardships and discouragement. Continue to persevere! -------- This Christmas, you ...

40 Years of Hope

05 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joni and Shauna celebrate Joni and Friends’ 40 years of sharing the hope of Christ with people affected by disability. -------- This Christmas, yo...

Run With Endurance

02 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God takes care of all our needs. Let us continue to trust and obey Him as we run the race before us. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the ligh...

Draw Near to God

01 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Stay near to God and make Him your refuge, even in the mundane moments of life. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into plac...

My Mission

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We are all on the same mission to share God’s love. Who can you share the Good News with today? -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of...

An Unforgettable Day

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate those people in your life who encourage you to persevere and keep the faith. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ int...

National Cowboy Day

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God has given everyone a gift to bless and encourage others. Joni shares how she discovered her gift, in the midst of suffering. -------- This Christ...

Jase and Family Retreat

26 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Experience the blessing of volunteering at a Joni and Friends Family Retreat, and bring the gospel to families affected by disability. -------- This ...

Why God Wants You To Sing

25 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God commands us to sing praises to Him. Lift your voice to the Lord! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkne...

Emergency Room Prayer

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Christ gives us hope in our suffering. Look for opportunities to pray for others who need to know the hope of Christ. -------- This Christmas, you c...

Our Feeble Emotions

23 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our feeble emotions make it hard to grasp the amazing truth that we will one day sit on the throne with Jesus. -------- This Christmas, you can shi...

A Wolf Parent

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Katherine Wolf shares about how a wheelchair does not hold her back from being a great parent. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Ch...

Loved With An Everlasting Love

19 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Even when you feel as though a wrecking ball has shattered your life, God has a purpose for you; for your life! -------- This Christmas, you can shin...

The Lord God Almighty Reigns

18 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

St. Augustine has some great words from us, all the way from the third century! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into place...

Fight the Good Fight

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Through Jesus, victory can be yours if you allow the Scriptures to shape your thoughts. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ in...

Search Me, O God

16 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

From time to time our souls need scrubbing and singing the hymn “Cleanse me, oh God” is a great reminder to pray to the Lord the humbling message ...

God's Purpose For You

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our purpose in living is to please God and bring glory to Him. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into places of darkness and...

No Matter What

12 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We may overlook a few offenses and tithe to our church, thinking we’re doing okay, but looking into the mirror of the gospel reveals our true selves...

A Sign

11 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Although they don’t always fit in our timeline, God is still performing miracles! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Christ into p...

When God Cries

10 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our prayers tend to focus on our own lives, asking God to make them easier and more agreeable. But, since we are now under grace, we can pray he Lord ...

Redemption Centers

09 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Even if you feel like you are broken and useless and have nothing to offer, God can use you! -------- This Christmas, you can shine the light of Chri...

Tentmaker

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our earthly tents will soon wear out but the mansions God is building for us in heaven will last forever. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the ...

Praying for Hope and Courage

05 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

God delights in doing amazing things through those who, despite their limitations, trust in His strength. -------- This Christmas, you can shine the ...

God’s Commission

04 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We may feel we don’t have many resources to offer God, but He can work wonders when we yield the little we have to Him. -------- This Christmas, yo...