Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope
4,560 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 158 ratingsNeed 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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It Happens at the Cross
April 24, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBHow do you humble yourself before the Lord? Meditate on exactly what occurred at Calvary, and you’ll be inviting the spirit of humility. Kneel before the cross with a heart full of gratitude and thanksgiving.-------- 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.jonian...
Remarkable Rose
April 23, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBCelebrate National Volunteer Week with Joni as she shares about a remarkable woman who has served at over 35 Wheels for the World outreaches!-------- 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, Fac...
Faith Test for Abraham
April 22, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBTrials are the best and only way of putting your love for God to the test. Your faith then becomes real. Not just talked about, but real.-------- 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, Faceboo...
Blessed Are Those who Hunger for Righteousness
April 19, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBClick here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page: The Beatitudes - Find out what Jesus says about true happiness and blessedness in the Beatitudes. The beatitudes aren’t commands on how to live—they are illustrations of what living for God looks like. From meekness to purity, enjoy digging deeper into the meaning and practical application of each beatitude as you go line-by-line through Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! -------- Than...
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April 18, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBClick here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page: The Beatitudes - Find out what Jesus says about true happiness and blessedness in the Beatitudes. The beatitudes aren’t commands on how to live—they are illustrations of what living for God looks like. From meekness to purity, enjoy digging deeper into the meaning and practical application of each beatitude as you go line-by-line through Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! -------- Than...
An Empty Wheelchair
April 17, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBClick here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page: The Beatitudes - Find out what Jesus says about true happiness and blessedness in the Beatitudes. The beatitudes aren’t commands on how to live—they are illustrations of what living for God looks like. From meekness to purity, enjoy digging deeper into the meaning and practical application of each beatitude as you go line-by-line through Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! -------- Than...
Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit
April 16, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBClick here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page: The Beatitudes - Find out what Jesus says about true happiness and blessedness in the Beatitudes. The beatitudes aren’t commands on how to live—they are illustrations of what living for God looks like. From meekness to purity, enjoy digging deeper into the meaning and practical application of each beatitude as you go line-by-line through Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! -------- Than...
The Sermon on the Mount Painting
April 15, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBClick here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page: The Beatitudes - Find out what Jesus says about true happiness and blessedness in the Beatitudes. The beatitudes aren’t commands on how to live—they are illustrations of what living for God looks like. From meekness to purity, enjoy digging deeper into the meaning and practical application of each beatitude as you go line-by-line through Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! -------- Than...
Give Even When it Hurts
April 12, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBGrowth in Christ means learning how to deal morally and compassionately with unwanted interruptions to your plans.-------- 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 Creed For Those Who Have Suffered
April 11, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBHear Joni talk about a creed that’s popular amongst Japanese Christians but relatable for everyone. -------- 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.
Jesus is on His Way Back
April 10, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBWhen you and your friends start feeling downcast about the dullness of life, God's Word tells you to encourage each other with the good news of Christ's return. That day of Christ’s coming is not too far off.-------- 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.jonian...
Charlotte’s Dream
April 09, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBTune in to hear a touching story about a Joni and Friends Family Retreat and dreams coming true. To learn more about Family Retreats, or if you want to sign up to serve, go to joniradio.org for more information. You won’t regret 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 move...
You Must Serve to Be Great
April 08, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBBe the right kind of influencer. Walk in God’s word so you can lead others to a godly living. Whether you think it or not, you are a leader.-------- 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, Face...
Sharing Joni's Story in Arabic
April 05, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBJoni shares a meaningful story about a young girl named Jood from the West Bank. The Wheels for the World Team of Joni and Friends was able to gift her a custom-fit, new wheelchair. But, most of all, they were able to share the Gospel through Joni’s story in Arabic. Learn more about how to serve overseas at www.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 disa...
Poured Out Fresh
April 04, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBWhat a blessing that God's mercies are poured out on you fresh and new every morning in your time of need! -------- 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.
To Live is Christ
April 03, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBHow can you long and look for a healer unless you know suffering? It is your afflictions that guide you to the gates of heaven. It is your suffering that often leads you to Scripture. Hear Joni speak on why she’s so grateful to have learned this lesson. -------- 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 ...
Sin is Serious
April 02, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBFind a fellow believer with whom you can share your heart, not just the good things, but more importantly, the sin and ugly stuff from which you’d love to be set free and be healed. Keep short lists with this Christian friend and see how you will be healed like it says in James 5. -------- 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...
When Doors Are Locked
April 01, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBIn times of pain, you can feel locked away, with no exit sign or an entrance for God into your world. Things seem impossible; but the truth is, the risen, reigning Christ is not limited to closed doors. There is always a hidden door of hope in the waiting room of faith. -------- 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...
Our Guilt, Not His
March 29, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBWhenever someone attacks you unfairly or criticizes you, how do you handle it? Sometimes it can be hard to hold your tongue, but for Jesus, it’s not. Jesus doesn’t defend himself amongst all the lies he was accused of in Matthew 26 because he had you on his heart – he took the blame. -------- 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...
Be a Memorizer
March 28, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBMemorizing Scripture can be a hard and long task. But, if you apply it to your life and pray about it, it can help you persevere to move forward, whatever the hardship. -------- 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 encouragem...
Show Me How to Live
March 27, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBJoni reflects back on the story of when she first broke her neck and felt so isolated. She shares ways of God teaching her how to live to get out of 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 place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on...
Bob's Story is Our Story
March 26, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBGod never pours out his power on the proud and resourceful. He only gives grace at our points of brokenness. God is in the business of breaking proud hearts yet healing wounded hearts. -------- 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...
Glory Prayers
March 25, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBEaster is a reminder that you were bought with a price. You are not your own, you are Christ’s. -------- 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.
Without Limit
March 22, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBGet to know Jesus and get to know him well. It will make all the difference in your outlook on life. -------- 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.
His Mercy Shines Through
March 21, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBThe good news is, even though we may miss the mark following the ten commandments, God’s mercy shines through because his son took the penalty. Take a closer look at the ten commandments in Joni’s message today. -------- 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.j...
God is God
March 20, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBTune in to hear Joni interview her pastor, Bob Bjerkaas and learn new insight into Ecclesiastes 3. -------- 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.
Far Gains
March 19, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBOne day, your suffering will have an end. Your worst earthly pains will seem like a mere nuisance once you step through the pearly gates of heaven. There’s so much to look forward to when you finally come home! -------- 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.jo...
A Call to Encourage
March 18, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBIt’s Disability Awareness Month, so keep your eyes open for people living with a disability who need help and hope. Give that hope, give that help, and the Lord will give it right back to you. -------- 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. ...
Jesus Cares
March 15, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBBecause Jesus lived through pain and overcame it, he offers to you his strength to endure. That is such good news today if you suffer from deep chronic pain. So, take a deep breath, strive and press on; and keep living for the glory of King 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, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part ...
Faith That Amazes Jesus
March 14, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MBJesus is looking for people just like you. He sees all your greatness in him – even if you feel like your spiritual résumé is unimpressive. Through Christ, you can do the impossible! -------- 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 m...
An Easter Lesson
March 13, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBAs Easter draws near, it’s a great time to explain to a friend or relative – especially one who doesn’t know Christ – the meaning behind Christ’s death and resurrection. -------- 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 encourage...
My Deuteronomy Pal Celeste
March 12, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBWhatever hardships you are going through today, rely on the power of Christ. His strength will always, always be equivalent to what you need, no matter how hard things get. -------- 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...
The Last Supper 101
March 11, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBThe Holy Spirit will help you understand challenging passages in the Bible and make God’s Word clear. Read his Word to lead you into truth. -------- 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, Fac...
Women are Champions
March 08, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBCelebrate Women’s History Month with Joni as she highlights some amazing women in the Bible and in the Joni and Friends family. -------- 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 ...
Being Poor in Spirit
March 07, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBWhen you confess that you’re spiritually empty, you have the riches of God’s grace. So blessed are you if you are poor in spirit, for the kingdom of heaven is yours. -------- 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 encouragemen...
God Can't Tempt You
March 06, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBHow do you react when you’re going through trials? When you act with godliness, the rewards are out of this world, according to James 1:12! -------- 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, Fac...
Important Things in Life
March 05, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBThrough Christ, you can be more than a conqueror over anxiety, discouragement, fears of the future, or depression. It’s a good lesson to remember during Disability Awareness Month. Even if you don’t have a disability, Romans 8:37 is a good lesson for you today, too. -------- 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 Ch...
Toward the Blessed Shore
March 04, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBEvery step you take is going home. It may be knee-deep in trouble, but it is all on the road home. You may be ankle-deep in fear, but it is going home. You may stumble, but you always stumble toward home. -------- 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.joniandf...
Friends Like Diana
March 01, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBIf you have a friend who is disabled, invest in that relationship. As a follower of Christ, you have the message of hope and change. Even you can reach deep into a hurting heart through 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....
Spiritual Nature Cravings
February 29, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBIt is only through affliction and hardship that you begin to understand your suffering Savior. When he gives you power to overcome and power to rise above your painful circumstances – then you truly experience God’s grace. -------- 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 tod...
Cast Your Cares
February 28, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBGod's care for you goes deeper than your comfort zones. Ask God to remind you of his care for you. Put all your concerns onto the shoulders of the one who gave his life for you. -------- 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 e...
Holiness is Godlikeness
February 27, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBIf you want to truly reflect the love of God, then it means going on a search-and-destroy mission to uproot sin in your heart – small and great sins. -------- 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, T...
Nothing is Wasted
February 26, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBHear Joni tell a touching story of someone who is now a part of the Joni and Friends family. With God, anything that happens in your life is never wasted. -------- 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 Instagr...
Borrow Christ's Smile
February 23, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBThe next time you feel like grumbling, borrow Christ’s smile when you don’t have one to give. Complaining only shrinks your soul and impacts others negatively. Instead, pray a blessing over the people in your life and you will feel blessed too. -------- 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 t...
Do Not Have a Complaining Spirit
February 22, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBLook at the detours of your life as a main highway. Yes, those highways are hard, but they are God’s pathways to know Jesus much, much better. -------- 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,...
Grumblers at the Top of the List
February 21, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBRelinquish your right to complain so that you’ll glorify the Almighty God through your hardships. Anything less shrinks your soul. After all, this life isn’t yours – it was purchased by the blood 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.jonian...
We Should Know Better
February 20, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBPhilippians 2:14 says simply, “Do everything without complaining.” Is that possible? Well, the Bible thinks it’s possible, so put the muttering and grumbling behind you. When you do that, you’re not abandoning God’s ways. -------- 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 toda...
A Season of Losses
February 19, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBWhen you complain, you’re saying you don’t like God’s timing, his plan, or the way he does things. So, if you think complaining is not that big of a deal? The Bible says otherwise. -------- 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 mor...
22 Years
February 16, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBCan you imagine lying flat on your back for 22 whole years? Hear Joni tell a story about the Wheels for the World team giving a young man Otoniel in Guatemala a wheelchair and more importantly, the Gospel. -------- 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.joniand...
How to Change
February 15, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MBConfess, embrace, and behold Jesus. And you will be transformed into a different, stronger-in-the-faith you tomorrow morning. -------- 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 You...