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We’re handing things over to Ken Tada today! He’s got something special to share: 👇

"I don’t usually write the posts here, but today calls for something different, because my beautiful wife's 76th birthday is coming up on October 15th!

Only Jesus could redeem the greatest tragedy of Joni’s life and turn it into such a powerful triumph. When 17-year-old Joni had her diving accident over 58 years ago, no one could have imagined how God would use it to shape the best part of His plan for her life—and for mine. And now, with her 76th birthday right around the corner, Joni and I both recognize what a miracle each year truly is. To be honest, she never expected to live this long. But God is faithful, and it's time to celebrate!

Joni continues to be an extraordinary example of what it means to trust God through suffering. Every birthday is another victory for Jesus! The older she gets, and the more challenges she faces, the more determined and passionate she becomes. God keeps using her pain to proclaim the hope of the Gospel to people living with disability all over the world. She just doesn’t stop. And I thank God every day that I get to walk this journey beside her.

When you're a quadriplegic, birthdays aren't just milestones—they're miracles. And every year I have with Joni is a blessing beyond words. So, let’s make her 76th birthday unforgettable by rallying together with encouragement, prayer, and support for Joni and Friends." – Ken Tada

We’re thanking God for another miraculous year of life for Joni Eareckson Tada, and for the grace He continues to pour out through her story. Help us celebrate and honor Joni by giving to her birthday fundraiser!

Here's the link: 🤍 🎉secured.joniandfriends.org/campaign/721138/donate

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This Pain Awareness Month, remember this:

In all of pain’s whining, complaining, and arguing, no matter how insistent its accusations, God has a greater answer. His grace is sufficient; his mercy is everlasting, and his love is more than enough for you. 

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Which recent Joni Eareckson Tada quote is your favorite?! Share it with a friend! 💬✨

Each of these quotes comes from her daily 4-minute and 1-minute radio broadcasts, always packed with rich wisdom from the Lord. Head to joniradio.org to give them a listen! 🎧

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35 years later, Joni Eareckson Tada reflects on the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark piece of legislation that affirmed the dignity and rights of individuals living with disability.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.⁠

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Ours is to fix our eyes on Jesus, the One who gives us the strength to carry our cross.

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This week on the Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast, we’re honored to welcome back Abigail Brown, a young woman with a powerful story of faith and perseverance.

Abigail has lived with disability since the age of 3. She has dystonia, a neurological condition that makes it difficult for her to speak. But with the help of her communication device, she shares deep wisdom and encouragement rooted in God’s Word.

In this episode, Abigail joins host Stephanie Daniels to talk about what it means to trust God through both physical and spiritual challenges. She shares how she's learned to trust him and get “unstuck,” finding peace and joy as she rests in God’s sovereign plan.

Abigail also has a special connection with our founder, Joni Eareckson Tada. A few years ago, she visited the International Disability Center and gifted Joni a beautiful painting that features a powerful quote:

“Sometimes God allows what he hates to accomplish what he loves.”

This painting still hangs in Joni’s office today as a reminder of Abigail’s faith and God’s redemptive work in our suffering.

We invite you to listen on your favorite podcast platform and be inspired by Abigail’s story and her unwavering trust in the goodness of God.

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When we record radio programs, prayer comes first. The team gathers and we ask God‘s help for energy, a clear voice, good lungs, and happy hearts. Join us in our circle by keeping Joni and the team in your prayers... we begin our next recording session tomorrow morning!

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With no parents left to care for them, Meera became everything for her little brother, Amul.

Just a teenage girl, she carries 10-year-old Amul, who can’t walk or speak, on her back through Asia's steep mountain trails. She knots the cloth sling holding him with practiced hands, his chin resting quietly on her shoulder. It’s a two-hour walk each way to the hospital. The path is slippery, the bridge narrow... but Meera won’t let that stop her.

She’s heard there might be help for children like Amul, the ones who get left behind, the ones who sit on the ground, unseen.

At the Joni and Friends Wheels for the World outreach, Amul receives a custom-fitted wheelchair with a tray. For the first time, he doesn’t have to sit on the floor. He sits tall, playing with his toy truck. Meera watches, quiet but relieved.

This chair is more than mobility. It’s dignity, rest, and hope for both brother and sister.

Because no child should be forgotten. And no sister should have to carry it all alone. 💛

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May we always seek deeper contentment in Christ, no matter the degree of our suffering!

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It's the only way to grow!

Maybe you feel paralyzed spiritually. You want to grow closer to Jesus, but life feels more like a carousel than a fast gallop toward the horizon. You feel like you’re stuck going round and round.

Well, it’s time to get off the carousel! Grab hold of Philippians 1:6, "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Realize you have a choice: You can either believe it, or not. So, start believing it.

Seriously ask the Holy Spirit to fulfill his promise of completing his work in you. And then, get actively engaged in your own growth. Obey God in the hard things. Persevere when you feel like giving up. Read the Word when you don’t feel like it.

It’s the best way; it’s the only way to grow!

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