Joni Eareckson Tada joins Kirk Cameron to share her TESTIMONY of the moment she became a quadriplegic, paralyzed from the shoulders down, and how she stays ANCHORED to her HOPE in CHRIST through the hardship. Be encouraged and share this with a friend! | Takeaways with Kirk Cameron

Joni Eareckson Tada knows a thing or two about suffering. Ever since a diving accident left her paralyzed nearly 60 years ago, she has given eloquent testimony to the sovereign goodness of our Savior. In this powerful episode of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳, Joni joins Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan to share lessons she’s learned about enduring hardship and give practical advice for pastors who wish to care for sufferers well. 📝ON THIS VIDEO: 00:00 Johnny Erickson's personal story 3:57

At GLS24, we had the privilege of showing this tribute video to honor the extraordinary life of Joni Eareckson Tada. We are deeply thankful for how Joni has impacted countless lives through her faith, wisdom, and unwavering spirit. This October Joni is celebrating her 75th birthday! As she lives with quadriplegia, every year is a gift from God, so reaching this 75th milestone is all the more amazing. Visit the link in the comments below to help Joni celebrate her birthday! 🎉 🎁 #GLS24 #Leadersh

When Joni Eareckson Tada was 17, she took a dive into shallow water in the Chesapeake Bay that left her paralyzed from the neck down. Over 55 years later, Joni has experienced a great deal of debilitating suffering. Even so, her focus is not on the darkness she's been exposed to, but on the light of her Savior in the midst of the valleys. Her experience has taught her to hope in Christ alone and not in her circumstances. ❤️#JoniEarecksonTada #Hope #Suffering | Joni and Friends

Today marks 58 years since Joni Eareckson Tada’s diving accident—what the world saw as a tragedy, God used to launch a worldwide ministry. Through deep suffering, Joni found deeper hope in Jesus, and has spent her life sharing that hope with others living with disability. At Joni and Friends, we envision a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. One powerful way you can be part of this life-changing work is by becoming a monthly dono

Big news! 💙 👇 The Second Edition of Beyond Suffering: A Christian View on Disability Ministry is here! This course offers a strong biblical foundation for understanding suffering and disability. It has equipped over 25,000 pastors, students, caregivers, and leaders to serve people living with disability in their communities. What's new in this edition: ✔️ An increased global perspective ✔️ Updated content and best practices ✔️ Flexible course format for any ministry setting We pray this update

This brings tears to our eyes. 👇 Ruth’s new wheelchair has given her true dignity—now she can be the mom she’s always wanted to be and freely attend church. Melvin’s sports wheelchair opened doors to volleyball, basketball, school, and a life full of joy. Their lives have been transformed by these wheelchairs and the Gospel... stay tuned for part 3 to see even more of the impact! Want to shine the light of Christ this Christmas, bringing help and hope to families like Melvin and Ruth's? Head to