309. Practicing the Presence of Jesus with Joni Eareckson Tada

<p>In this episode of Radical Radiance, Rebecca and her husband Dustin are joined by special returning guest, Joni Eareckson Tada, as they talk about her newest book <em>The Practice of the Presence of Jesus</em>. From memorizing scripture to handling life's tribulations with a smile, Joni encourages us by sharing moments of her own suffering, endurance, and the palpable nearness of our Savior. </p>

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<p>Joni Eareckson Tada, Founder and CEO of Joni and Friends, is an international advocate for people with disabilities. A diving accident in 1967 left Joni with permanent quadriplegia. After rehabilitation she emerged with new skills and fresh determination to help others in similar situations. She founded Joni and Friends in 1979 to minister to people living with disability.</p>

<p>For over 40 years Joni and Friends has served thousands of families navigating disability, and has delivered over 200,000 wheelchairs and Bibles to individuals with disabilities in developing nations. Joni has survived breast cancer twice and lives with chronic pain and weakening lungs. By God’s grace Joni perseveres, keeping an active schedule, including radio recording, writing, and providing leadership and encouragement to the Joni and Friends staff.</p>

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<strong>Rebecca, Dustin and Joni chat about:</strong></p>

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<li>Serving others while experiencing personal suffering</li>

<li>Purpose of suffering in a biblical context</li>

<li>The impact of practicing the presence of Jesus in mundane tasks</li>

<li>Gratitude and honoring Jesus in everyday life</li>

<li>Viewing suffering through Christ's work on the cross</li>

<li>The tension between God's transcendence and imminence

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