Apr162012

Dealing with a Disability in Marriage

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Ken and Joni Eareckson Tada

Ken and Joni Eareckson Tada tell their story of a blessed marriage despite the challenges of physical disability and inspire couples facing the same trials to strive for a deeper love.

Broadcast Bios

Guest

Ken and Joni Eareckson Tada

Ken and Joni Eareckson TadaJoni Eareckson Tada is the founder of Joni and Friends, an organization promoting Christian ministry in the disability community. She hosts a daily five minute radio program called "Joni and Friends" which can be heard on over 1,000 broadcast outlets. An award-winning, best-selling author, Joni has written more than 35 books. Joni's husband, Ken, retired from teaching in 2004 to work exclusively alongside his wife; they married in 1982.

Host

Jim Daly

Jim DalyJim Daly is President and Chief Executive Officer of Focus on the Family, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and defending families worldwide. Daly has held several leadership positions for Focus, and has been predominantly involved in the ministry's Public Affairs, Marketing and International efforts.

Host

John Fuller

John FullerJohn Fuller is vice president of Focus on the Family's Audio and New Media division and co-host of the daily "Focus on the Family" radio program. He also serves on the board of the National Religious Broadcasters and speaks publicly on a variety of family and business topics. John and his wife, Dena, reside in Colorado Springs, Colo., and have six children.

Broadcast Calendar

April 2012

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1	2 04/2/12: Building the Bridge to Forgiveness (Part 1 of 2)Best-selling author Gary Chapman explains how listeners can work to heal broken relationships by taking personal responsibility and seeking forgiveness. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	3 04/3/12: Building the Bridge to Forgiveness (Part 2 of 2)Best-selling author Gary Chapman explains how listeners can work to heal broken relationships by taking personal responsibility and seeking forgiveness. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	4 04/4/12: Teaching Your Kids About ForgivenessJim Daly, Dr. Juli Slattery and John Fuller discuss age-appropriate methods to correctly model forgiveness and emphathy to children. Learn More >>	5 04/5/12: Jesus: The Lamb of GodBible teacher Ray Vander Laan provides historical context to first-century Jerusalem during Passover and explains the purpose behind Jesus' offering of salvation. Learn More >>	6 04/6/12: Teaching Kids About EasterVeggie Tales and What's in the Bible? creator Phil Vischer explains how parents can equip children to understand and celebrate Easter within the context of Jesus' death and resurrection. Learn More >>	7 04/7/12: Weekend Magazine: Apr. 7-8, 2012This weekend: What makes an apology sound sincere? Making your faith real when you don’t feel close to God. And a special radio drama about the true meaning of Easter. Listen for all this and more!Learn More >>
8	9 04/9/12: Raising Sons to be Godly Men (Part 1 of 2)Pastor Robert Lewis encourages dads to impart a biblical vision of manhood to their sons. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	10 04/10/12: Raising Sons to be Godly Men (Part 2 of 2)Pastor Robert Lewis encourages dads to impart a biblical vision of manhood to their sons. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	11 04/11/12: Practical Help for Stressed-Out MarriagesJim Daly, Dr. Juli Slattery and John Fuller respond to listener questions regarding common challenges faced by today's young marriages.Learn More >>	12 04/12/12: Traveling Through Life's Trials (Part 1 of 2)Bible teacher Lisa Harper uses humorous personal stories and biblical wisdom to bring encouragement to those struggling through life's trials. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	13 04/13/12: Traveling Through Life's Trials (Part 2 of 2)Bible teacher Lisa Harper uses humorous personal stories and biblical wisdom to bring encouragement to those struggling through life's trials. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	14 04/14/12: Weekend Magazine: Apr. 14-15, 2012This weekend: Sibling rivalry — the reasons why your kids are always fighting and what you can do about it. How to turn a "good" marriage into a great one. And finding God’s comfort even in the darkest moments of life. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
15	16 04/16/12: Dealing with a Disability in MarriageKen and Joni Eareckson Tada tell their story of a blessed marriage despite the challenges of physical disability and inspire couples facing the same trials to strive for a deeper love.Learn More >>	17 04/17/12: Healing the Wounds of Childhood Sexual Abuse (Part 1 of 2)Bible teacher Lisa Harper shares her story of experiencing healing and forgiveness from the sexual abuse she endured as a young girl and how she now uses that experience to minister to other women. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	18 04/18/12: Healing the Wounds of Childhood Sexual Abuse (Part 2 of 2)Bible teacher Lisa Harper shares her story of experiencing healing and forgiveness from the sexual abuse she endured as a young girl and how she now uses that experience to minister to other women. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	19 04/19/12: "Something Significant"Adventures in Odyssey - Focus' award-winning radio drama for kids - celebrates its 25th Anniversary with a special airing of the episode, "Something Significant," centered on the importance of finding your place in God's bigger story. Learn More >>	20 04/20/12: Grace and Redemption: My Life in WashingtonFormer White House staffer Tim Goeglein discusses the spiritual lessons he learned after a scandal compelled him to step down from his post as an assistant to President George W. Bush.Learn More >>	21 04/21/12: Weekend Magazine: Apr. 21-22, 2012This weekend: How men and women think differently — do you know why? Why men and women need to pursue passion in marriage. And understanding the value of family dinnertime. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
22	23 04/23/12: In Memory of Chuck ColsonJim Daly and John Fuller share memories and present clips from broadcasts in memory of Chuck Colson, who passed away on April 21, 2012.Learn More >>	24 04/24/12: God's Hope for Wounded Hearts (Part 1 of 2)Professor and psychologist Dan Allender discusses the damage to self-worth caused by sexual abuse, the false solutions that fall short of true healing, and the unwavering promises of God's love. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	25 04/25/12: God's Hope for Wounded Hearts (Part 2 of 2)Professor and psychologist Dan Allender discusses the damage to self-worth caused by sexual abuse, the false solutions that fall short of true healing, and the unwavering promises of God's love. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	26 04/26/12: Improving Your Life Through Small ChangesRadio host and author Randy Carlson encourages listeners to make one simple change daily to intentionally reduce distractions, battle busyness, and grow healthier families. Learn More >>	27 04/27/12: How We Got EngagedJim Daly, Dr. Juli Slattery and John Fuller share some of the best listener-submitted engagement stories. Learn More >>	28 04/28/12: Weekend Magazine: Apr. 28-29, 2012This weekend: Tools for tackling sibling rivalry — are you dealing with it healthily? Why men need to sacrifice themselves for the sake of their wives. And making dinnertime a priority for your family. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
29	30 04/30/12: For Better or Worse, In Laughter and In Loss (Part 1 of 2)Rick Burgess and Bill "Bubba" Bussey, hosts of the popular radio program "The Rick & Bubba Show," offer humorous insight on the differences between men and women and give practical advice to common marriage issues. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>