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Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope

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Need a spark of joy or a word of encouragement? Listen in for your daily dose of help and hope in Jesus. This four-minute program from Joni Eareckson Tada will inspire you! Your soul will be lifted up and your faith strengthened no matter what trials you may be facing today.

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Not Forgotten

May 09, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

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 Friends, God is saving those who are crushed in spirit. We not only bring wheelchairs to those who need them, but we also bring the hope of the Gospel. Join the movement today 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 wi...

Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope

May 06, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

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.-------- 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, F...

Groaning in Prayer

May 05, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

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 information on national prayer observances, visit joniradio.org for a link. -------- 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 ww...

Pretty Things

May 04, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

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 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 In...

Setting the Course

May 03, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

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 hardships, and, yes, even sing through them!-------- 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.   Fin...

A New Attitude

May 02, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

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 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 Instagra...

Get Ready to Celebrate

April 29, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Next week marks the 40th anniversary of the Joni and Friends radio program!-------- 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 YouTube.

Help on the Way

April 28, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Joni and Friends Family Retreats offer hope in the midst of hardship and despair. -------- 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 YouTube.

The Sandblast of Suffering

April 27, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Suffering exposes our true selves, pressing us up against the holy God.-------- 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 YouTube.

Pick Up the Pace

April 26, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Every step is taking us toward our home of righteousness!-------- 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 YouTube.

Precious Yet Pounded

April 25, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

How can we be the apple of God’s eye, and still be marked for suffering?-------- 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 YouTube.

The Earth is the Lord's

April 22, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 created and praise him for it.-------- 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 en...

The Bush Doesn't Matter

April 21, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 glorious purposes! How much more so will he use us?-------- 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.o...

Offering Strength to Weary People

April 20, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

Although it may be impossible to literally bear your friend’s burden, you can still help by encouraging them. Your prayers and presence offer strength to gain the victory. -------- 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 encourag...

I'd Still Choose Jesus

April 19, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

Joni shares a passage from John 5 and a real-life story that proves that Jesus sees those who suffer. -------- 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 YouTube.

The Weight of Sin

April 15, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 explains that this plant reminds her every Easter of the brutality of what Jesus suffered on our behalf. This remembrance leads to praise and thanksgiving to Jesus for all he’s done!-------- 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 f...

Were You There?

April 14, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 were there when they crucified our Lord, because he died for us. -------- 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.jonia...

Lambs for the Slaughter

April 13, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 the gravity of our sin and the sacrifice of 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, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriend...

A Rock in the Storm

April 12, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

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 around, the Rock remains steadfast. Place your confidence in him, and you will not be moved, despite all of life’s storms.-------- 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 o...

A Heart for Veterans

April 11, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

In today’s program, Joni shares about Joni and Friends Warrior Getaways, retreats for veterans and their families. These valiant men and women make great sacrifices for our freedoms, and they continue to make sacrifices as they live with disabilities. -------- 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 par...

True Spiritual Blessings

April 08, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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. While these blessings may not be the worldly ones we are comfortable with, they give us the gifts of courage and perseverance. -------- 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...

This World Is Not My Home

April 07, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 nomads here, just passing through. Keep your eyes open, because we are going home soon. -------- 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 move...

Keep Sowing Seeds

April 06, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 whose life might be changed!-------- 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...

You Are in His Grip

April 05, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 faithful to save us and pull us out of the storm drains we fall into.-------- 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 ...

The Fragrance of Heaven

April 04, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 to disappear.  The Good News of the Gospel is meant for people who suffer, to encourage them. Heaven gives us hope that one day we will experience the joy of Christ fully and forever.    Learn more about Joni and Friends Retreats and Getaways!   Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, an...

The Infinite Riches of Christ

April 01, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

Joni shares John Calvin’s preface to the French Bible. Jesus’ sacrifice allows his people to be welcomed into fellowship with the Father. Death and sin are defeated forever! -------- 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...

Pleasures Tell the Truth

March 31, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

Your desires and pleasures reveal what your heart truly treasures. Is your heart gripped by selfish pursuits? Or do you consider everything to be nothing compared to knowing Jesus? Recognize the grip sin has on your heart, and seek the pleasure of your Savior above all!-------- 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 ...

Caring for Orphans and Widows

March 30, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Visit Joni's Facebook page for updates on our work in Ukraine. -------- 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 YouTube.

Hold Your Blessings Lightly

March 29, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

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 join Job in saying, “Blessed be the name of 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, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriend...

A Fence of Protection

March 28, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

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 protective care, and do not stray from his side! -------- 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.   Fi...

The Cry of the Afflicted

March 25, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

Visit Joni's Facebook page. -------- 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 YouTube.

Look on My Distress

March 24, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

Visit Joni's Facebook page. -------- 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 YouTube.

Cheerful Insecurity

March 23, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

Unwelcome intrusions and disruptions in your routine can leave you feeling insecure. But the everlasting arms of your sovereign God will never let you go. So choose to face unexpected interruptions with a cheerful disposition, knowing your life is securely in God’s hands!-------- 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 o...

Each Day is a Victory

March 22, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

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 are alive, the Lord has a purpose in it. So when you struggle to see his purposes, trust that every breath is a triumph over the darkness.-------- 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 pla...

Serving by Sharing Jesus

March 21, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Visit joniradio.org to sign up for the Joni and Friends newsletter. -------- 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 YouTube.

Chase the Daylight

March 18, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

Visit the ornitheology 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 YouTube.

A New Purpose

March 17, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Learn about volunteering at a Family Retreat! -------- 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 YouTube.

Determined Unto Glory

March 16, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

Request the poem Joni shared! -------- 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 YouTube.

Being the Hands of Jesus

March 15, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Hear the amazing story of how God transformed the heart and marriage of a young, special needs mother.-------- 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 YouTube.

A Worthy Battle

March 14, 2022 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

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 your weaknesses and force you to lean hard on Jesus. When hard times come, keep persevering. God is with you in the battle! Visit joniradio.org for resources mentioned in today's program.-------- 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 ...

For the Sake of Jesus

March 11, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MB

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 persecution with grace – and you turn the other cheek – the world sees Jesus and who he really is. Do not allow a hostile culture to silence you. Stand strong for 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, d...

Let Pain Take Wing

March 10, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 mature you and display his strength to others. Let your pain take wing and do something!-------- 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 m...

Old Testament Compassion

March 09, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.” Be careful not to misread God. He is a tender, loving Father who has compassion for you in all your hardships.-------- 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 disabilit...

Our Spiritual Battle

March 08, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 treasure. As you starve the flesh and feed the spirit, godly desires will begin to take hold in your heart. Jesus will be right there with you as you fight the good fight of righteousness!-------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.   Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person wit...

Reaching into Back Bedrooms

March 07, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

-------- 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 YouTube.

Your Story of Suffering

March 04, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

When you handle trials with contentment and an uncomplaining spirit, people will notice! Yes, afflictions are hard. But as you face them with grace, others will see Jesus. Make Jesus the main character in your story of suffering, and you will have a story worth telling!-------- 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 ...

Moving Forward into Life

March 03, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

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 Connect on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. -------- 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...

Ukraine Update

March 02, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MB

Read more about how Joni and Friends is serving people with disabilities amid war in Ukraine. Follow Joni and Friends on Facebook and Instagram for updates on how we are mobilizing churches to locate people with disabilities and bring them to safety. Donate to support our efforts in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. 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.j...

Trusting God in Brokenness

March 01, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MB

Visit joniradio.org to request a copy of John Piper's book. -------- 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 YouTube.

Serving Time

February 28, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MB

Visit our website to see how you can participate in Wheelchair Collection Month! -------- 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 YouTube.

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