Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope artwork

Joni Eareckson Tada: Sharing Hope

4,560 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 13 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 158 ratings

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.

Christianity Religion & Spirituality christianity diamonds in the dust hope through hardship disability ministry inclusion special needs joni eareckson tada faith suffering
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed

Episodes

Children of the World

September 27, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MB

Anchor your heart to Romans 12:2. God’s will for your life right now is good, acceptable, and perfect. -------- 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.

What Was I Made For?

September 26, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

God chose you to mirror his glory. Today think of ways you can showcase his glorious qualities to others and live the exact life he created you to live. -------- 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...

The Spoon Vanishes

September 25, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MB

Every day, the Lord is watching over you, spreading his protection over you. So, friend, sing for joy. -------- 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 Proverbial Ant

September 22, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MB

Do not let yesterday’s heartaches rob you of the strength you need to face tomorrow. Proverbs 13 says that the soul of the diligent will be richly supplied. -------- 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 Insta...

Too Much of a Good Thing

September 21, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MB

If you trust in his goodness and provision, life will be anything but boring. Wait on the Lord and let good things come in his timing. It’ll be an amazing adventure. -------- 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...

Dressed in Jesus

September 20, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MB

Put on love and good deeds. Clothe yourself in Jesus and delight in all that he’s sacrificed to give 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 encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Almost Home

September 19, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MB

As a Christian, you have a brighter future than you can possibly imagine. A friendly reminder that you have a beautiful home in heaven to look forward to – you’re almost there. -------- 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 enc...

Happy Grams in Christ

September 18, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MB

https://joniandfriends.org/calendar/category/retreats-getaways/ -------- 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 Cross

September 15, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.91 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.

Six Hours

September 14, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 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.

Live Carefully

September 12, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MB

God has made your heart his throne. May you never forget who dwells within 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 encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

Love is a Choice

September 11, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MB

Show selfless love, even to a stranger, because love like that once saved a blind man, his coworker, and a dog on that fateful day on September 11th. -------- 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, ...

God Does Not Withhold

September 08, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Ask yourself today, what "good thing" did the Lord give you during your most difficult days? May God help you to treasure every good thing he sends your way when you walk uprightly – even through hard times. -------- 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...

The Nearness of God

September 07, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

You may be facing some frightening obstacles today and feel like you want to stay in bed. If this describes you, you need God’s courage. Know that you can get through the day because courage is not the absence of fear, it is the abundance of faith, and faith always comes when you’re close to 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, ...

Driveway Friend

September 06, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

https://ktul.com/news/local/parkinsons-cant-stop-tulsa-man-from-making-people-smile -------- 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.

I Would Rather Be

September 05, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

I hope you can say that you would rather have your difficulties, than not have them at the expense of knowing Christ. I pray that he be that important and urgent in your 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 en...

Peruvian Blessings

September 04, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MB

If your spirits are low today; if you’re dealing with a disappointment, cast your worries on the Lord. He just might bless you with some wild, strange, wonderful, and surprising answer for your troubled heart.-------- 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...

See What is Unseen

September 01, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MB

Hear a story about Joni’s friend Calvin who became paralyzed in his early 20’s. He knew that what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. You might be disappointed with great needs, but today find a way to fix your eyes on heaven and on the needs of others, just like Calvin. -------- 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 p...

Your Morning Song

August 31, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Are you in trouble today, spiritually? Emotionally? Or even physically? There’s a hymn of praise to God that’ll more than match it. So, sing it tomorrow morning and chase away every dark thought and shade of sin.-------- 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...

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn

August 30, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Today on National Grief Awareness Day, listen in to learn a little awareness on how Christians can gently and carefully support someone through their cutting grief.-------- 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...

Earnest Faith

August 29, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

No matter what your trial is today, reach out in faith to Jesus. Remember, faith is the empty hand that earnestly lays hold of the grace of 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, ...

Heading for a Better Country

August 28, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Compared to eternity, our grief is only a moment in time. The saddest heart can be assured that “the things that are seen are transient, but things that are unseen are eternal.” Keep scanning your eyes for heaven’s horizon because you’ll be reunited with loved ones someday 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...

Blue Ribbon Winner

August 25, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

It’s not about moving on to bigger, better, and more elaborate things. It’s about serving with a humble spirit wherever God has placed you, in your job, your family, a college campus, or at work. Let the quality of your work be the pattern from which your stature is cut.-------- 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...

Tell Him

August 24, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MB

If you haven’t done it already, ask for your daily bread. Feel your need of Christ. And let him generously pour out upon you your daily dependence on his 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 today at www.joniandfriends.org.   Find more encouragement on Ins...

All For Your Good

August 23, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

If God loves you enough to die for you, don’t you think he has your best interests at heart? Today, thank God for his overarching decrees that you may not understand, but you certainly can trust.-------- 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....

A Purpose Discovered

August 22, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

You may be struggling in some hardship wondering, “what’s the purpose?” Well, there is a purpose. And most often, God allows your hardships to open a way for you to bless others.-------- 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 Bread of Heaven

August 21, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Watch for opportunities today to touch those who are wounded, encourage those who are helpless, and strengthen those who are weak. Give freely and richly because it’s what Jesus has done 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...

Resolutions For Life

August 18, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Tune in to hear one of America’s prominent and influential theologians give true wisdom on how to number your days; use them carefully, thoughtfully, kindly, and with an eye to God’s glory.-------- 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.   F...

An Unshakable Promise

August 17, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Trust in God through shaky times so that your confidence in the Lord will not fail. Prepare ye the way of the Lord. Today, minimize your troubles by reflecting on all that will never, ever be shaken in your 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.jo...

Keep On Asking

August 16, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.92 MB

Are you praying for someone’s salvation? Hopefully these words inspire you to keep knocking, keep asking – and stay hopeful.-------- 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 Leviathan

August 15, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

https://joniandfriends.org/radio/#mentioned -------- 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 Best You Can Do

August 14, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

https://joniandfriends.org/radio/#mentioned -------- 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.

Blessings in Uganda

August 11, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

https://joniandfriends.org/radio/#mentioned -------- 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.

By His Wounds

August 10, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

https://joniandfriends.org/radio/#mentioned -------- 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.

Hospital Reflections

August 09, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

https://joniandfriends.org/radio/#mentioned -------- 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.

Welcome the Trials

August 08, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.68 MB

https://joniandfriends.org/radio/#mentioned -------- 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.

Room 3142

August 07, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

https://joniandfriends.org/radio/#mentioned -------- 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.

Sisterly Love

August 04, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

It’s almost National Sister’s Day! If you have a sister that you really appreciate – it could even be a special sister in the Lord – celebrate her this coming Sunday.-------- 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 ...

Alexa, Be My Caregiver

August 03, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

God is your eternal refuge. And with his everlasting arms underneath you? He will not drop you or let you fall through the cracks.-------- 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 ...

How Sweet the Sound

August 02, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Hear Joni tell a touching story of her friend Cindy Stone and her family during while attending 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.

Breathe Again

August 01, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Warrior Getaway | Joni and Friends -------- 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 Good Distraction

July 31, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MB

If you’re having trouble sleeping, let God’s words wash over your anxious spirit. Sing a hymn or read through Psalm 63 and let your soul cling to Jesus. He’s all the distraction you 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.   Fin...

A Precious Anniversary

July 28, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Tune in to hear Joni Eareckson Tada reflect on the anniversary of her accident. Whatever hardship is troubling you today, stay in the fight against your feelings, because your fight is always a good one.   Would you like to honor Joni as she celebrates the 56th anniversary of her diving accident?  Donate to Joni and Friends  today!   --- 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 ...

Never a Dull Moment in Heaven

July 27, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Earthly pleasures never quite satisfy; but heaven’s pleasures will. They’ll just keep getting better. You may get bored easily on earth, but in heaven boredom will happily be a thing of the past. -------- 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.or...

Filled With His Glory

July 26, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Whatever season you’re going through, ask God today to help you see glimpses of his glory. You may catch it in the most unusual places. -------- 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, Facebo...

Following the Right Leader

July 25, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MB

In a world full of anti-heroes, give everyone around you a godly example to follow. Swim against the tide, go against the grain, and be in the class of Hebrews 11. -------- 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 ...

More Precious than Gold

July 24, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

You may feel weary and tired now, but one day the mud and dirt of your earthly heartaches will be washed away, revealing the gold of refined 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 of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org.   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikT...

Free From Sin

July 21, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MB

Today if you’re struggling with hiding your sin, it’s time to come clean. Allow the Spirit to search your life. Confess your sins to one another – you’ll be healed and set free. -------- 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...

God's Worth

July 20, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

Rich rewards are for those who do what they are doing to the glory of God. Work hard in the kingdom today because serving the most high is worth 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 encouragement on Instagram, Ti...

A Song for the Soul

July 19, 2023 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MB

When you have no more words left to pray, picture Jesus speaking peace into your life right now. Listen to him, be still, and enjoy the calm. -------- 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...

Books

Hope in the Dark
1 Episode

Twitter Mentions

@joniandfriends 33 Episodes