Host of the popular podcast Nutshell Sermons recording artist Bryan Duncan Grammy and Dove award winner shares his journey as a caregiver for his wife - and his book Dear God Really Prayers You Won't Hear in Church [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Does God consider my common law relationship as a marriage Is my disability part of God's perfect plan or will I be healed in heaven What is Christian Nationalism and is it biblical Why is Jesus referred to as the 'Angel of the Lord' when he is God Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core View our latest special offers here or call - -THE-CORE - - to request them by phone [... more]

Jimmy Kimmel goes on a rant trashing Aaron Rodgers after he made a joke about Epstein's list Meanwhile the DOJ wants gender dysphoria to be protected as a disability in prisons Please visit our great sponsors Black Rifle Coffeehttps blackriflecoffee com danaJoin the Coffee Club today and get off your first month's subscription Express VPNhttps expressvpn com danaGo incognito and protect your privacy with extra months FREE KelTechttps KelTecWeapons comSign up for the KelTec Insider and be the first to know the latest KelTec news Patriot Mobilehttps patriotmobile com danaGet free activation with code Dana Wise Food Storagehttps preparewithdana comSave [... more]

Almost a quarter of all jobs added in didn't actually exist AOC accuses Republicans of weaponizing impeachment after she voted to impeach Trump twice The DOJ wants gender dysphoria to be protected as a disability in prisons Philadelphia will remove a statue of William Penn for something more inclusive Some GOP members think Speaker Johnson is in way over his head Some GOP members push for former disgraced Missouri Governor Eric Greitens ato run for Congress Jimmy Kimmel goes on a rant trashing Aaron Rodgers after he made a joke about Epstein's list Vivek Ramaswamy tries to dunk on Nikki [... more]

One in five households care for a child with a disability Laura Wifler and Erin Smalley are included in this count as they are both mothers to daughters with special needs Over the years they have learned how to navigate parenting through the lens of disabilities Some days involve going to physical therapy or undergoing surgery other days include coping with a school bully or a difficult diagnosis Laura and Erin remind us that the smallest acts of inclusivity such as a kind word or a friendly smile can make all the difference Receive the book Like Me and the [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Questions in this Episode How can I explain to my friends that I am trusting God with my disability Am I condemned to hell if I'm not going to church Why does the church separate advent and Christmas What should I do if I can't find a church with faithful preaching Am I able to participate in communion in a Lutheran church Today's Offer Reasons Christmas Isn't a Pagan Holiday Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of [... more]

Forty years is a long time It's even longer when every day is filled with pain disability and struggles Today November is the fortieth anniversary of the devastating car accident that changed Gracie's life Listen to her recount that day - in her own words There's a special bonus following Gracie reading the prologue from her book 's [... more]

JR reacts to Joe Burrow being done for the season [... more]

Click here for the full-length version https bit ly PXOHbU In our culture today there is a constant striving to stay young looking despite the natural aging process But all those efforts inevitably fail The human body because of sin is subject to pain suffering and disability And our minds are equally as fragile But as followers of Jesus Christ we are promised a glorified body in heaven--a body without ailments sickness or imperfections In this encouraging message Pastor Davey shares Scriptural truths about our eternal future of perfection and glory with the Lord and each other [... more]

In a premature baby named Christopher Duffley surprised doctors by surviving At five months old he entered the foster care system until his aunt rsquo s family adopted him A teacher realized four-year-old Christopher though blind and diagnosed with autism had perfect pitch Six years later at church Christopher stood onstage and sang ldquo Open the Eyes of My Heart rdquo The video reached millions online In Christopher shared his goals of serving as a disability advocate He continues to prove that possibilities are limitless with the eyes of his heart open to God rsquo s plan The apostle Paul [... more]

The Social Security fund is set to run out of money by One measure that could help keep the program afloat would be to raise the retirement age possibly to years old In this video Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy break down the ways this could affect your financial plan An early retirement could be even more costly You may have to work longer than you're able You may run out of savings And remember claiming social security early will become even more costly For example if your full retirement age is claiming Social Security at age will [... more]

Divorce among middle aged couples is increasing In fact there's a new name for the trend grey divorce And according to the journal of sociology after a grey divorce women experienced a drop in their standard of living and men experienced a reduction Which is why Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy wanted to talk through some key issues you'll need to consider as you plan your new future including -Revisit your estate plan -Examine retirement and pension plans -Determine how your Social Security benefits will be affected -Consider health insurance and life insurance -Consider hiring a Financial Advisor [... more]

The young woman couldn rsquo t sleep A person with a lifelong physical disability she rsquo d be center stage at a church bazaar the next day to receive donations to pay for her higher education But I rsquo m not worthy Charlotte Elliott worried Tossing and turning she doubted her credentials questioning every aspect of her spiritual life Still restless the next day she finally moved to a desk to pick up pen and paper to write down the words of the now classic hymn ldquo Just As I Am rdquo ldquo Just as I am without one plea [... more]

In this classic interview Pastor Greg Laurie speaks with author and speaker Joni Eareckson Tada about God's sovereignty and why He permits suffering in this world What follows is a classic conversation that touches on Christmas Heaven and how we can glorify God in our broken bodies You'll learn about the grace and amazing nature of God and how He can and does work everything out for good to those who serve Him This conversation is encouraging for those suffering through hard times or who have a loved one that is going through a difficult trial Joni shares the words [... more]

I have cerebral palsy-what's your problem Whatever difficulties you face you can't help but be encouraged as you hear David Ring describe how God's strength helps him overcome the limitations of his severe disability Part of Receive the book The Boy Born Dead and the audio download of the broadcast Living Joyously for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast living-joyously-part- -of- featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any [... more]

I have cerebral palsy-what's your problem Whatever difficulties you face you can't help but be encouraged as you hear David Ring describe how God's strength helps him overcome the limitations of his severe disability Part of Receive the book The Boy Born Dead and the audio download of the broadcast Living Joyously for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast living-joyously-part- -of- featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any [... more]

The Line of Fire Radio Broadcast for [... more]

Tom and Amanda Dwyer called the program to discuss their new documentary about a caregiving family titled UNSEEN https www facebook com caregiverdoc https www instagram com caregiverdoc About the Unseen Documentary www caregiverdoc com The film follows Jess and Ryan Ronne a blended family with children including Lucas who has profound disabilities requiring total care Their situation has gotten more and more challenging as Lucas gets older and stronger With limited resources and support caregiving takes a toll on their physical and mental health It's a common story among parent caregivers the isolation uncertainty about the future lack of [... more]

JR talks with Raiders Wide Receiver Mack Hollins about the upcoming Raiders Season Special Olympics and so much more [... more]

Justin and Lindsey Holcomb describe the fundamental truth from scripture to teach kids about their bodies And they share practical implications of viewing others as people made in God's image Receive the book God Made Me in His Image and the audio download of the broadcast Celebrating the Bodies God Gave Us for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd treatment one-time-giftGet more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast celebrating-the-bodies-god-gave-us featured-resource-ctaIf you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey [... more]

This question is often asked of me Many think because they are a parent then they're a caregiver Nurses CNAs and other medical personnel - are family caregivers right In this opening monologue from August we discuss this issue First and foremost family caregivers don't receive a paycheck Then there are other significant differences www hopeforthecaregiver com [... more]

Horace Cooper Joe Brandon Biden has destroyed America and made stealing and lawlessness the norm Grasshopper and the Ant The left teaches the grasshopper should take from the ant and the ant should do all the work Socialism Marxism and Communism have all failed everywhere they were tried because it is all stealing and lawlessness Dr Syed Haider www mygotodoc com It is not homosexuality it is sodomy It is not a vaccine it is an injection that will make you sick not prevent illness What you do in private the evil does affect everyone around you because it affects [... more]

After twice doing the Heimlich Maneuver on my wife I knew there had to be a better way I saw the Founder and CEO of LifeVac Arthur Lih discussing his company's amazing product - and I invited him to call the program As is usually the case with a product like this there's a moving story behind the invention Take a listen to Arthur - and make sure to get a LIFEVAC device for your home TODAY www lifevac net [... more]

John Knox of the OPT Institute shared the new study about adoption that his organization commissioned by George Barna Committed to helping individuals understand the opportunities to choose life and adoption So many loving families want to adopt a child - even a special needs child - and we want to help share that opportunity that many mothers may not realize We can't ever give up on the good that can come from private infant adoptions - John Knox - The OPT Institute www opinstitute org [... more]

In this broadcast Dr Kevin Leman explains how birth order affects your relationships with your spouse and offers advice on managing challenges in your marriage that stem from your placement in your family of origin Receive The Birth Order Book for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast understanding-how-birth-order-impacts-your-marriage featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey [... more]

Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode This week's show is about social security spousal benefits Don't forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Ilene Hall tells us the story of when her husband to whom she was married in March finished his training in the Army and was about to be shipped overseas and she decided not to put an ocean between them Joel Wegener and his wife are blessed with children of which were diagnosed with Down Syndrome In his quest to find a fun way to teach them life skills Joel happened upon the idea of running an ice cream truck and it grew beyond what he ever could have thought Support the show [... more]

Last time Pastor Don Green explored the nature of biblical healing We saw that when Jesus or the apostles healed someone the person being healed had a life-long disability well-known to all in attendance- there could be no doubt Today he'll cover the limitations of biblical healing before turning to the dangers of over-fascination with signs So have your Bible open and ready --thetruthpulpit comClick the icon below to listen Related StoriesGod's Guidance Today The Purpose of Imprecatory Psalms Through the Psalms A Look at Prophecy [... more]

Last time Pastor Don Green explored the nature of biblical healing We saw that when Jesus or the apostles healed someone the person being healed had a life-long disability well-known to all in attendance- there could be no doubt Today he'll cover the limitations of biblical healing before turning to the dangers of over-fascination with signs So have your Bible open and ready --thetruthpulpit comClick the icon below to listen Related StoriesProperty Rights and YouA Look at Healing God on the March Through the Psalms Psalm [... more]

In Shauna Amick was surprised to learn during her third pregnancy that her child would have Down Syndrome and a life-threatening heart defect Shauna's doctors immediately repeatedly recommended termination which she refused to do relying upon pro-life verses she had learned from the Bible In this episode Shuana praises God for Sarah's Down Syndrome because that's who He made Sarah to be and she brings glory to His name Receive the book Real Families Real Needs for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast [... more]

Russia's brutal attack on Ukraine has created outrage and horror worldwide Spotlighting those with disabilities and their caregivers Joni Eareckson Tada shares how her organization is helping individuals fleeing from Ukraine to Poland Well acquainted with suffering and challenges Joni shares her insights and faith in our frank discussion about these heartbreaking events To help Joni's organization with this effort please visit www joniandfriends org [... more]

Writer Marilyn McEntyre shares the story of learning from a friend that ldquo the opposite of envy is celebration rdquo Despite this friend rsquo s physical disability and chronic pain which limited her ability to develop her talents in the ways she rsquo d hoped she was somehow able to uniquely embody joy and to celebrate with others bringing ldquo appreciation into every encounter rdquo before she passed away That insight mdash ldquo the opposite of envy is celebration rdquo mdash lingers with me reminding me of friends in my own life who seem to live out this kind of [... more]

Sandra Peoples paints a picture of what life looks like for many special needs families and how the church can better reach out and minister to these families Receive Sandra People's book Unexpected Blessings for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast experiencing-gods-grace-in-a-special-needs-family featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey [... more]

Chris and Shelley Snitko struggled to understand what was going on with their -year boy who came down with Strep that served as a catalyst for something far worse While his twin brother also came down with Strep he went to recover and live a normal life But AJ didn't When they finally learned it sent them on a painful journey and eventually a path of redemption and restoration that neither expected [... more]

Thoughts for family caregivers as we start the new year [... more]

Author and parent of a special needs son Stephanie Hubach called the program Stephanie is also a research fellow in disability ministries at Covenant Theological Seminary Her new book is titled Parenting Disabilities - Abiding in God's Presence www stephaniehubach com Hope for the Caregiver is the family caregiver outreach of Standing With Hope and is heard weekly on more than stations The podcast is downloaded in more than countries Please share this podcast with a caregiver you know and help us do more by clicking here www hopeforthecaregiver com giving [... more]

For as long as I can remember when my father arrived home from reserve duty in the military he brought each of my brothers and my sister a pack of M M's Extending past his service as a naval officer he and my mother continued the tradition when we returned from college Each time we showed up with our luggage sometimes filled with dirty laundry we'd walk into our rooms to find a bag of M M's waiting on the pillow When they moved from the house where they raised five sons and a daughter their new home carried the [... more]

Depression remains the leading cause of disability worldwide affecting almost million people half of whom can't find lasting relief from drugs or therapy As Lee Cowan reports a new experimental treatment using a fast-acting approach with targeted magnetic stimulation called SAINT Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy has achieved significant success in trials With electric cars seen as the future of the American auto industry companies are ramping up the production of batteries which require lithium Ben Tracy looks at efforts to increase lithium mining in the U S and the struggle over its environmental costs Bob Costas a longtime fixture [... more]

In the day to day struggles of caregiving we often find ourselves yearning to get out of the moment Yet this phrase from a friend helped me stay present - even when the present is uncomfortable I referenced several songs I wrote in this episode from our broadcast - you can learn more about them here www hopeforthecaregiver com music [... more]

The book of Proverbs warns against gaining wealth hastily like through means such as playing the lottery or visiting casinos But even if you've never bought a scratch off ticket did you know you could still be gambling with the resources God has given you On today's MoneyWise Live Rob West will talk about taking unnecessary risks with your finances Then he'll answer various financial questions from a biblical perspective See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

This week on Family Policy Matters we're bringing you a re-air of a show from February with Henry Olsen senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center Olsen discusses a survey of American voters on paid family leave and shares the surprising findings that support for paid family leave spans the partisan divide and is highly important to key voter groups [... more]

Fear might be what drives some people in how they live but it doesn't have to be Kevin Thompson shares how the source for our decision-making can build a braver home Show Notes and Resources Visit The Thompason Family Rules website here https www kevinathompson com the-thompson-family-rules Find resources from this podcast at https shop familylife com Products aspx categoryid Download FamilyLife's new app https www familylife com app Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network https www familylife com familylife-podcast-network [... more]

Navigating the journey from loss to hope to joy https www survive-alive-thrive org [... more]

In this episode we continue in our series Refresh with Pastor Greg Laurie's new message The Refreshment of the Spirit in Times of Trial The Christian life is not an easy one Have you ever felt tired or worn out spiritually Your faith seems to not be working you struggle spiritually and you feel exhausted Pastor Greg shows you where to find hope and encouragement from James Notes Times of refreshment come from the presence of the Lord Acts You will be spiritually refreshed when you read and study the Bible You will be spiritually refreshed when you think of [... more]

For some caregivers Father's Day can be complicated For other caregivers it can be painful In this special broadcast we discussed fathers faith and our ultimate Father www hopeforthecaregiver com [... more]

Set to the tune FINLANDIA Be Still My Soul remains one of the most treasured hymns of the Christian faith It's timeless message reflects a Biblical response to our prone to fret and worry about things beyond our control The stress and challenges of caregiving often cause our anxieties to near deafening levels We discussed this on the show and how this hymn speaks to our anxious hearts www hopeforthecaregiver com [... more]

We hammer this issue regularly because caregivers repeatedly find themselves struggling with guilt This usually occurs due to the Caregiver FOG Fear Obligation and Guilt In the disorienting caregiver FOG caregivers mistakenly feel guilty for even thinking of their own needs In addition they easily lose themselves and their identity in the drama and chaos of their loved ones When that happens enabling often takes over [... more]

Detaching from the poor conduct of an impaired loved one remains one of the toughest challenges for family caregivers Sometimes the behavioral issues stem from chronic pain dementia pharmaceuticals or fear maybe they're just having a bad day Regardless of why we don't have to take it personally even if it sounds personal [... more]

For the love and protection of our family we would likely give up money and income but sometimes we can make pretty foolish financial mistakes or oversights that put those same loved ones in jeopardy On this episode MRFC Peter Richon discusses the financial protection of our spouse and family [... more]

One of the vivid lessons we've experienced in the COVID- pandemic is the heartbreak of not being able to hug shake hands or physically connect with loved ones Imagine that as a permanent condition This was our plight until Christ That's the message we discuss in this episode from our radio broadcast [... more]

As caregivers we often find ourselves in NUMEROUS doctor's offices Sometimes those meetings are unproductive or worse go sideways When I recorded this some years ago more than doctors had treated my wife The numbers grown to more than but these three principles remain critical for ensuring successful physician appointments For more help on your journey as a caregiver get my book HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER [... more]

author of the book Walking Through Fire joins hosts Dave and Ann Wilson as she tells her story of how God has a purpose for her pain Hear how she developed polio at months of age and faced overwhelming adversity in her life Show Notes and Resources Download FamilyLife's new app https www familylife com app Find resources from this podcast at https shop familylife com Products aspx categoryid Check out all that's available on the FamilyLife Podcast Network https www familylife com familylife-podcast-network [... more]

Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Laura Story talks about life with her husband Martin who suffers from a memory deficit due to a brain tumor Although challenging Story sees his disability as God's means of grace and tells how God has slowed them down through these circumstances to live in the moment and see His goodness Faith she reminds us is praising God even when we don't see Him Show Notes and Resources Download FamilyLife's new app https www familylife com app Find resources from this podcast at https shop familylife com Products aspx categoryid Check out all that's available [... more]

In this special interview Pastor Greg Laurie speaks with author and speaker Joni Eareckson Tada about God's sovereignty and why He permits suffering in this world What follows is a classic conversation on that touches on Christmas Heaven and how we can glorify God in our broken bodies You'll learn about the grace and amazing nature of God and how He can and does work everything out for good to those who serve Him This conversation is encouraging for those suffering through hard times or who have a loved one that is going through a difficult trial Joni shares the [... more]

From HOPE FOR THE CAREGIVER's Radio Broadcast [... more]

What defines true masculinity Author actor and musician Nathan Clarkson reflects on the first thirty years of his life as someone who is different and tells how his parents encouraged his natural giftings and loved him just as he was As someone who struggles with ADHD dyslexia and obsessive compulsive behaviors Nathan says believing in God was never a problem with him but obeying was another story In his search to find his identity Clarkson describes his journey to find out what a good man is and does and talks about where his research led him Show Notes and Resources [... more]

As caregivers we're often faced with frightening things We also have others who criticize us or demoralize us with their words or actions Sometimes it's the very person we care for When these things happen our confidence and our feelings of self worth plummet What does God have to say about those things On today's episode we look to the Book of Numbers Chapter to see a timeless principle www hopeforthecaregiver com [... more]