Today on the show Dr. Alicia Britt Chole shares with us how disillusionment is not the negative idea we've often assumed it to be. Disillusionment means our illusions about God, us, and others are being taken away - and that's a good thing, y'all! But it can be a painful process. Often physical suffering throws us into the cycle of disillusionment, and Dr. Alicia shares about her own recurrences of cancer on the show today.

Like her books are some of the most cherished works of wisdom on my bookshelf now, so this episode is one of my favorites of all time. I hope you enjoy her as much as I did!

The Night is Normal by Alicia Britt Chole

Anonymous by Alicia Britt Chole

40 Days of Decrease by Alicia Britt Chole

Dr. ABC’s Mentoring and Leadership Cohort

Tammy Comer lived with severe chronic illness for over a decade. She experienced its affects in her body, her mind, and in her walk with God. Through that journey, she learned what it truly meant to trust God. After such a long journey with illness, a few years ago God dramatically healed Tammy's body. In this episode, Tammy shares how God has met her in radical kindness and generosity through the healing part of her journey.

This is the second part of this interview; to listen to the first half of the episode, head to Episode 127 of this podcast.

Links from our conversation:

Deliverance by John Thompson

Hinds’ Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard

Another book on the topic of demonology that I recommend: What Demons Can Do to Saints by Merrill Unger

After nearly a decade of struggling through infertility, Laura Brandenburg still believes that even through the hardest chapters of our lives, God writes good endings. If you’ve been waiting on healing, waiting for God to show you His goodness amidst your pain, or just asking God to give you the patience to wait on His timing, then this is the episode for you. Laura shares the lessons her season of waiting taught her (they’re GOOD, y’all), as well as how her body was healed when her husband started praying specifically over her each night (but catch-that’s still not all there is to the story - you’ll have to listen to see what I mean). Plus, one of the great redemptions of her pain is her debut nonfiction book that comes out TODAY: Not Forgotten: Unraveling Questions of Faith and Fertility. Check it out below!

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All Things Women Heal Ministry Podcast Episode

Listen in to Matt's message from the Fall Heal Retreat, then sign up using the link below for the Winter Heal Retreat happening on January 30, 2021.

The Heal Retreat is a one-hour event designed to help you draw closer to God and build community with others who are experiencing physical pain or limitation. The Winter Heal Retreat will take place Saturday, January 30, 2021 from either 12-1pm EST or 4-5pm EST.

Sign up here: https://www.thehealministry.com/events

Tera IG: @terabradham

Matt Email: matt@bbcpf.org

Matt Ep. 12: https://anchor.fm/tera-bradham/episodes/Ep--12--Matt-Hedges-ESRD-and-Losing-a-Spouse-eejudl 

Listen in to Tera's message from the Fall Heal Retreat, then sign up using the link below for the Winter Heal Retreat happening on January 30, 2021.

Tera IG: @terabradham

The Heal Retreat is a one-hour event designed to help you draw closer to God and build community with others who are experiencing physical pain or limitation. The Winter Heal Retreat will take place Saturday, January 30, 2021 from either 12-1pm EST or 4-5pm EST.

Sign up here: https://www.thehealministry.com/events

Alexis Clevinger has had a season of massive chronic condition diagnoses, she experienced a season of healing when she was pregnant, and then has recently seen some symptoms come back. Today she shares about how she has found God and joy in each of these seasons.

Sign up for the Winter Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealministry.com/events

Tera IG: @terabradham

Alexis IG: @allaboutadaptablealexis

Anchored in Hope Headbands: https://www.anchoredinhopeco.com/shop 

Anchored in Hope IG: @anchoredinhopeco

Anchored in Hope FB: https://www.facebook.com/anchoredinhopeco 

Patrick Gray and Justin Skeesuck are lifelong best friends, authors, and the stars of an award-winning documentary. They’ve written three books (see below), been on the Today show, and spoken at TedX Boise.

Justin has a degenerative disease that has slowly taken away his ability to use his body. Even in a power wheelchair, he wanted to attempt the Camino, a 500-mile journey on the ancient pilgrimage trail in Spain. Patrick responded, “I’ll Push You.” The two of them share their lessons through their journey on the Camino as well as their thoughts on life, friendship, and faith. This is an episode you do not want to miss!

Website: illpushyou.com

Accessible Camino: accessiblecamino.com

Follow us both on social media and then join us on the Thursdays in January for an Instagram live where we will continue the awesome conversation we had on this episode!

IG: @illpushyou

Tera IG: @terabradham

I’ll Push You Book: http://amzn.com/1496421701

I’ll Push You Documentary: https://www.amzn.com/B077Z4J6LK/

The Push Book: https://www.amzn.com/1496428803/

Imprints Book: https://www.amzn.com//1496441893/

In this episode, architect Rick Archer joins us to talk about the different kinds of pain and healing he has experienced in his life. We talk about a miraculous healing he experienced that lasted over 20 years, then the ensuing back surgery that came about when the pain returned. We also talk about a gym accident he had that left him with over 100 doctor appointments and reconstructive procedures to his face. Amidst it all we question what pain is with God, what it is without Him, and what our journeys look like with Him through it all.

Contact Rick: 

Tera IG: @terabradham

Author Liuan Huska joins us today to talk about her new book, Hurting Yet Whole: Reconciling Body and Spirit in Chronic Pain and Illness. We talk about some theology with healing that can hopefully bring healing to you. We also talk about ways we can help members of the body of Christ who live in chronic pain or illness.

BOOK: Hurting Yet Whole: Reconciling Body and Spirit in Chronic Pain and Illness

BIO: https://www.ivpress.com/liuan-huska

Follow her on Twitter: @liuanhuska.

WEBSITE: http://liuanhuska.com/

-Episodes referenced:

Ep. 29 Jenna Overby: Infertility 

Ep. 20 Michelle Eastman: The Stares She’s Carried

-Scriptures about Adam are from Romans 5:12-21

-1 Corinthians 12:21-26 “The eye cannot say to the hand, “I don’t need you!” And the head cannot say to the feet, “I don’t need you!” On the contrary, those parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, and the parts that we think are less honorable we treat with special honor. And the parts that are unpresentable are treated with special modesty, while our presentable parts need no special treatment. But God has put the body together, giving greater honor to the parts that lacked it, so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.

-Revelation 21: Jesus is going to come back

-Hands and feet of Christ analogy: from a poem by St. Teresa of Ávila

Sara Willoughby (author SG Willoughby) shares her journey through her chronic illnesses of Lyme Disease, multiple chemical sensitivities, and mold poisoning. As a teenager, she wrote the book "He's Making Diamonds: a Teen's Thoughts on Faith Through Chronic Illness," and she founded the Making Diamonds Conference for chronic illness warriors. 

Follow Sara and me to read and talk about Sara's book on social media during December 2020!

Sara: @sgwilloughby

Tera: @terabradham

Register for the Diamonds conference:  http://sgwilloughby.com/diamonds-2021/ 

Sara's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hes-Making-Diamonds-Thoughts-Through-ebook/dp/B07FMTG6K5/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=he%27s+making+diamonds+a+teen%27s+thoughts&qid=1607186774&sr=8-2 

Listen in on our second interview with Shad as he shares his story of misdiagnoses for an unknown illness and what he is currently doing to stay faithful to the Lord in this struggle. Shad shares how he first started having symptoms while playing football in college and how his condition has progressed all the way until now and how he deals with his current symptoms as a pastor and husband. 

Shad Episode 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-14-shadrick-bell-on-state-our-nation-unknown/id1503052916?i=1000477175130

Shad's Church, Family Life Austin: https://www.familylifeaustin.com/

Shad IG: @shadrick_bell

Tera IG: @terabradham

Marked Series Sermon by Michael Todd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGv-nu8SY80

Hannah Martindale is a PT who has recently had her own struggle through pain after an invasive corrective surgery for hip dysplasia. She shares her personal journey through the ups and downs of recovery, how God met her through this, and how her support system worked through this time.

Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0802411592/

Hannah IG: @hmmartindale

After kayaking, Karen discovered some lumps underneath her arm. She soon discovered she had breast cancer, underwent treatment, a lumpectomy, and is currently in remission. Listen in on her journey through breast cancer, the insecurities it can cause, the surrender of control it takes, and the faith that got both her and her husband through it all. Brant and Karen join us in October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, to share their testimony.

National Breast Cancer Foundation: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month?gclid=Cj0KCQjwuL_8BRCXARIsAGiC51AqJ8LwGACRa8qAboJY1agWL9WMQgJvuk4oERGjfh6hVQRNoVvgYHQaAps1EALw_wcB

Dr. Richard Tran was on his way down a mountain biking trail when he accidentally took a much harder path than he had to. Since Dr. Tran is a chiropractor, he knew when he crashed that it wasn’t good. But becoming a Christian recently in his adult life, he took the accident as an opportunity to trust God’s provision more fully. Not only was God with him as he walked down the mountain, but God was also present through a horrible infection of his wounds and a nasty bout of pain-med related mental illness. I think you guys are going to love Dr. Tran’s episode - what a witness of faith and God’s grace through it all!

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Dr. Tran’s Chiropractic Clinic

Mike Fennema’s episode (other mountain biking accident episode)

October is both Infertility Awareness Month as well as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Jenna has experienced both infertility and infant loss, and on today's episode she shares her story through the highs and lows of feeling like her body wouldn't do what it was designed to do. If you have friends who are currently struggling with infertility or miscarriages, please pray about sending this episode to them. 

To participate in the Pain to Praise Book Club, watch Tera's Instagram each Thursday: @terabradham

To get the book discussion questions, sign up for Tera's newsletter at terabradham.com 

The next Heal Retreat is January 23! You can sign up at thehealretreat.com

Jenna's IG: @jennaoverby

Through the Eyes of a Lion by Levi Lusko: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0718032144/

Miraculous Healing: Why God Heals Some and Not Others by Henry Frost: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1857925300/

This is a bonus episode of Suzanne Haverkorn’s message from the Summer Heal Retreat. She talks about the practical arrangement of life priorities. This is a great episode for you, whether you deal with chronic pain or not! We could all use a biblical basis for how we prioritize our lives.

Register for the Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/

Suzanne’s email: suzanne.haverkorn@gmail.com

Suzanne IG: @suze_korn

Notes from Suzanne’s message:

Stress: What we give a particular emphasis or importance to; what we give our focused attention to.

Scriptures on how to practically prioritize your life:

For women: Proverbs 31: 10-31

For men (suggestions from Suzanne’s husband): The entire book of Ephesians, specifically chapters 2, 5, and 6, 2 Timothy 2:4-6, and 15, Titus 2

Practical life arrangement analogy with juggling:

The Glass Ball:

1. Your relationship with God - you must keep your eyes on the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in order to not let that glass ball fall.

Rubber Balls:

1. Relationships with others - family or those you call family
2. Work
3. Ministry
4. Self Care - are you getting rest, are you exercising, are you taking care of your mental health, etc.?

Apps:

Dwell: Reads Scripture out loud to you

Switch App: Dr. Caroline Leaf: How to Turn Your Brain On

(Great for mental health, panic attack exercises, resetting nervous system, etc.)

Since birth, a tumor had been growing on the inside of Jessica's chest. Because of its placement, instead of becoming visible, it grew until it took up the cavity where her lung should have been. The tumor went undiagnosed until Jessica rowed in college and found she couldn't breathe. After a massive surgery to remove the football-sized tumor, Jessica has still dealt with chronic pain and compensation problems as she has become a professional beach volleyball player. In this episode, listen in on how Jessica has walked with the Lord through each step of her journey, and be inspired by her ability to learn new sports, surrender in the season she's in, and persevere in where she feels the Lord has called her.

Register for the Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/

IG: @relentlessjess

In this bonus episode, listen to Paul Butler’s message from the Summer Heal Retreat about being content in all circumstances, particularly amidst physical pain and limitation. Paul is in the middle of his own struggle with cancer, and his examples and wisdom will leave both inspired and equipped to learn to be content.

Register for the Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/

Paul’s IG: @paul_j_butler

Paul’s message points:

When DESIRE

turns to DEMAND

it becomes DECEPTION

which breeds DISAPPOINTMENT

that leads to DISOBEDIENCE

In the matter of three months, Elijah lost two of his greatest passions: playing piano and bodybuilding. A nerve disorder flared up in the finale of his final performance as a music major in college that prevented him from playing correctly (he still has the nerve disorder today, over ten years later). A few months later, he blew out his rotator cuff, losing bodybuilding, as well. In this episode, we talk about where God is when you have a disorder or pain that takes away passions that God designed you with in the first place. In addition, we talk about another incident where Elijah's torn hamstrings were miraculously healed. If God can heal one part of our bodies miraculously, why wouldn't He heal the other parts? Listen in as we discuss this and more!

Register for the Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/

Elijah's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnlTWBKnXtKLRlrNc9yoJqA/videos

Tchaikovsky - Piano Concerto 1 - B Flat Minor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWerj8FcprM

This episode is a recording of Tera Bradham DeNeui's message at the Summer Virtual Heal Retreat. 

Registration for Fall Virtual Heal is LIVE! Head to https://www.thehealretreat.com/ to register now!

For information about becoming a Heal Advocate, scholarships, or any other inquiries, please email thehealretreat@gmail.com

IG Tera Bradham: @terabradham

In her 20s, Callie Colwick began a pregnancy excited to welcome her second child into the world. But the pregnancy turned high-risk, she developed E. Coli, her body turned septic, and she ended up in the fight of her life in the ICU for two years. Through both divine and medicinal intervention, Callie escaped with her life, but she lost both legs in the process. In this episode she shares the joy she has in raising her daughter, how her husband and friends supported her in this time, and more details of what God has done in her life through these unexpected events. 

Callie's IG: @calliecolwick

Callie's Website and Blog: http://www.callie.co/ 

Friends of Bethany: https://www.friendsofbethany.com/

Beautifully Flawed Retreat: https://bethanyhamilton.com/events/beautifully-flawed/

The Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/  

Bob Bardwell became paralyzed from the waist down at 25 when a construction accident caused a digger truck to fall on him. Now in his seventies, Bob has turned one of his greatest tragedies into one of his greatest triumphs. He has finished 100 marathons in his wheelchair, he created Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, home to military Welcome Home initiatives, camps, and retreats, he helped create and host the National Wheelchair Sports Camp for the past 35 years, and so much more.

Bob's Website: http://bobbardwell.org/

Contact Bob for one of his books: 507.533.6707

Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch Website: https://www.ironwoodsprings.com/ 

National Wheelchair Sports Camp: https://www.ironwoodsprings.com/wheelchairsports  

Scripture referenced in the episode: 

-Proverbs 18:14: "The human spirit can endure a sick body, but who can bear a crushed spirit?"

-2 Chronicles 32:7: "Be strong and courageous, do not fear or be dismayed because of the king of Assyria nor because of all the horde that is with him; for the one with us is greater than the one with him."

Brynn Schmidt didn't know she was hard of hearing until she was diagnosed in high school. God used this to change the trajectory of her life, helping her learn sign language and attend a deaf university where she played volleyball. Listen in to have an insider's glimpse into the deaf community and to be challenged to reframe the way you listen to and hear God. 

Gallaudet University: https://www.gallaudet.edu/

Texas School of the Deaf: https://www.tsd.state.tx.us/

Connect with us: https://www.terabradham.com/ & https://www.thehealretreat.com/

Eddie Williams joins us to talk about his journey from playing in the NFL to his four surgeries that led him to planting a church and becoming a pastor. He also shares about losing his mom to cancer at a young age and the blog and YouTube channel he's created, Ex Nihilo Health, that empower you to pursue a life of health and longevity from a biblical perspective. You can connect with him using the resources below!

IG: @RealEWilliams 

Twitter: @RealEWilliams

Ex Nihilo Blog: https://exnihilohealth.com/

Ex Nihilo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR_ypsE3Iux6JIcYkzHYZog

Sermons from Bay City Church: https://www.baycity.church/sermons

Shontel-Jackson Taylor is a mother, daughter, U.S. Air Force Veteran, and a woman of God who has had her share of pain. She joins us on the podcast today to share about her journey through endometriosis, fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Shontel shares how before she really understood God’s grace, she didn’t think He wanted her pain or her mess. But now that she knows Christ personally, He’s redeemed all of her pain into beautiful things - one of which is a ministry! Shontel is now a Christian Life & Empowerment Coach as well as a Christian Care Counselor. I think you’ll be encouraged by the beautiful way God has redeemed her deep pain. Check out her resources below!

⁠PRE-ORDER Through the Fog: A Bible Study on God's Goodness Amidst Physical Suffering⁠

Use code “TTFHEAL25” for 25% off! (Code good until November 7, 2023)

Tera’s Website

Tera’s Instagram

Heal’s Website

Shontel’s Website

Shontel’s Free 15 Minute Purpose Call

Purpose in the Pain Blog

Two years ago, Kaylene was in a rock climbing accident where she lost her hand and her leg. She barely survived, and now lives as a double amputee. She has good days and bad days, but we got to talk to each other on a bad day. You'll be privileged to hear what life is really like for those who live in chronic pain in limitation, and you'll be uplifted by knowing that God is good, even amidst the suck. 

Kaylene IG: @kaylenemarie5

Jason Kubichek Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-15-jason-kubichek-a-leg-lost-and-an-eternity-gained/id1503052916?i=1000478020932

Haven Faith Shepherd lives life with no legs, but she says if that's the worst thing she has going on in her life, it's not that big of a deal. Even though her story has an intense beginning, God has claimed her as His own from the start, and she lives a full and vibrant life of redemption. Born in Vietnam as the result of an affair, her biological parents believed the only way for them to be together was to commit suicide as a family. Strapping bombs to themselves and holding Haven, the bombs exploded and Haven was thrown 25 feet away, losing her legs in the process. An American family later saw her in an orphanage and knew she was meant to be a part of her family. Growing up in the US, Haven now is a part of Team USA for swimming and is a Paralympic hopeful for 2021. Listen in and be encouraged that no trauma is beyond God's reach and His goodness overshadows what we often perceive with the naked eye.

Haven IG: @havenfaithshepherd

Challenged Athletes Foundation IG: @cafoundation

Jolyn Suits and Clothing IG: @jolynclothing

Michelle Eastman has lived her entire life with cerebral palsy. A triplet with one sister who has a more severe case of cerebral palsy than she does, Michelle has learned how to relate to her own life with a disability, how to navigate relationships involving disability, grieving the loss of what could have been, how to navigate people praying for her healing, how to carry the stares of others and then release them to God, and so much more! Listen in on the incredible story God is still writing in Michelle's life.

Michelle's IG: @michelleeastman

Capernum Young Life Camp: Teens and Young Adults with Disabilities: https://www.younglife.org/ForEveryKid/Capernaum/Pages/default.aspx

Nathan Whitten was born in Russia with only five fingers and hip dysplasia. Told he would never be able to live a normal life, he was given up for adoption and then raised in the US. Contrary to doctor's expectations, Nathan has overcome the odds stacked against him, graduating from college, becoming a teacher and a coach, and qualifying for the World Games Team for the United States on his way towards trying to qualify for the Paralympics. Nathan's way of living without excuses and defending those in need will challenge you to view those with physical differences, see God's heart in adoption, and fight for your destiny. 

Nathan's Swimming World Magazine Article: https://www.swimmingworldmagazine.com/news/defying-the-odds-one-stroke-at-a-time-paralympic-hopeful-nathan-whitten-shares-story/

Nathan's IG: @whittenz

The Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/

Listen as Lindsey shares about a grapefruit-sized brain tumor in her brain and what God did through her 18 surgeries and beyond. She's grateful for the surgeries that could have cost her her life, and she believes God used her trial to turn her into the person He wanted her to be. You'll be inspired by the intricacies of God working in Lindsey's life and you'll be encouraged that no situation, no matter how severe, is beyond God's reach. 

Central Minnesota TEC Retreat: http://www.cmtec.org/intro/index.html

Register for the Heal Retreat: https://www.thehealretreat.com/

Tiffany's parents were told if they took her home from the hospital, they were as good as letting her die. Yet even with an 80 percent chance of dying from heart failure due to anorexia, Tiffany did not become a statistic. Listen to how God delivered her and brought her back in a journey that is nothing short of miraculous. 

Elizabeth Jordana joins us to talk about her journey through the grief of losing a sport and her adjustment to daily life with EDS (a disease that weakens the connective tissues of your body), chiari (a condition in which your brain extends into the spinal canal), and POTS (a condition that affects blood flow). Her perspective on surrendering to the Lord in positivity amidst so much trial will challenge you to have a new perspective on your own circumstances. Elizabeth also talks about the Spoon theory, an incredible way to describe chronic pain to loved ones and friends. You don't want to miss this episode!

Follow Elizabeth on IG: @lilyjordana

Elizabeth will be a speaker at the Heal Retreat on July 18! Register here: https://www.thehealretreat.com

This week we are doing something special on the podcast! I am doing a virtual book tour for my newly released book, Swimming for Freedom, and we are releasing one episode a day from the Heal Retreat in April of 2020 as part of the tour.

To register for the Summer Heal Retreat on July 18, visit: thehealretreat.com

To register for FREE live Q&A session on Zoom with Tera this week, visit the link on her Instagram bio: @terabradham

To purchase an autographed copy of Tera's new book, Swimming for Freedom, visit: terabradham.com

We'll see you here next Monday for a return of our usual weekly interview-style podcast episodes.

This week we are doing something special on the podcast! I am doing a virtual book tour for my newly released book, Swimming for Freedom, and we are releasing one episode a day from the Heal Retreat in April of 2020 as part of the tour.

To register for the Summer Heal Retreat on July 18, visit: thehealretreat.com

Check out Erin's Website for personalized nutrition counseling, lifestyle coaching, and more:  https://www.judgenutrition.com

IG Chronic Promises: @erinjudge.rd

To register for FREE live Q&A session on Zoom with Tera this week, visit the link on her Instagram bio: @terabradham

To purchase an autographed copy of Tera's new book, Swimming for Freedom, visit: terabradham.com

We'll see you here tomorrow for another segment from the Spring Heal Retreat.

This week we are doing something special on the podcast! I am doing a virtual book tour for my newly released book, Swimming for Freedom, and we are releasing one episode a day from the Heal Retreat in April of 2020 as part of the tour.

To register for the Summer Heal Retreat (virtual) on July 18, visit: thehealretreat.com

Carley and Mark's website: https://www.chronicpromises.com

IG Chronic Promises: @chronicpromises

To register for FREE live Q&A session on Zoom with Tera this week, visit the link on her Instagram bio: @terabradham

To purchase an autographed copy of Tera's new book, Swimming for Freedom, visit: terabradham.com

We'll see you here tomorrow for another segment from the Spring Heal Retreat.

I am thrilled to introduce you today to one of the sweetest and on-fire women in my church community, Denise Moyer. She has a spirit that is always wanting more of whatever God has for her, and that shows up in the story she shares on the podcast today.

Denise and I were both present at a healing training our church put on in December of 2022. At this event, we were seeking to practice in a healthy way and low-risk environment what it looked like to ask God for miraculous healing. Denise shares in this episode how her shoulder was healed miraculously, not as a result of being prayed for at the event, but as a result of her own experience with God in the audience at the event. As of this interview, recorded four months after this event took place, Denise has been pain-free since that moment.

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Bridgetown Podcast

Bridgetown Church

This week we are doing something special on the podcast! I am doing a virtual book tour for my newly released book, Swimming for Freedom, and we are releasing one episode a day from the Heal Retreat in April of 2020 as part of the tour.

To register for the Summer Heal Retreat on July 18 (virtual), visit: thehealretreat.com

If you are a local in Bozeman, you can receive a free performance evaluation from Cole. Visit his website to schedule an appointment: https://www.lonepeakpt.com/about-us/our-team/bozeman-performance/cole-schram-dpt 

To register for FREE live Q&A session on Zoom with Tera this week, visit the link on her Instagram bio: @terabradham

To purchase an autographed copy of Tera's new book, Swimming for Freedom, visit: terabradham.com

We'll see you here tomorrow for another segment from the Spring Heal Retreat.

This week we are doing something special on the podcast! I am doing a virtual book tour for my newly released book, Swimming for Freedom, and we are releasing one episode a day from the Heal Retreat in April of 2020 as part of the tour. 

To register for the Summer Heal Retreat (virtual) on July 18, visit: thehealretreat.com 

To register for FREE live Q&A session on Zoom with Tera this week, visit the link on her Instagram bio: @terabradham

To purchase an autographed copy of Tera's new book, Swimming for Freedom, visit: terabradham.com

We'll see you here tomorrow for another segment from the Spring Heal Retreat.

Listen to Jason's testimony of an accident that caused his leg to be amputated, how God used him to lead someone to the Lord while he was in the hospital for his amputation, and how God ended up using his accident to humble Jason and change his life. Jason also shares about his upbringing, how God has worked in his marriage, and many other nuggets of wisdom you don't want to miss!

Shad Bell talks to us about living for 15 years with an illness doctors still can't diagnose. From autoimmune disease prognoses to cancer scares, Shad has been through the ringer, but he finds a way to keep grappling with God each day, each minute, and each second in surrender. Shad also discusses with Tera the current state of the US in regards to race and how the body of Christ can come together, serve each other, and love like Jesus. 

Shad Bell IG: @Shadrick_Bell

Family Life Austin IG: @famlifeatx

The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton: amzn.com/1250309476 

Trish courageously shares her story of struggling with mental health growing up, being diagnosed with a back issue, and then how a car accident exacerbated her pain in both areas. After years of trial and error, surrender and pride, she found freedom through Christ and now is creating women's retreats in the Austin area. 

Yellow Life Ministries Page & Events: https://www.facebook.com/yellowlife3/

Matt shares his and his wife's story of going through end-stage renal disease, or kidney failure, for 20 years before Kristina went home to be with the Lord. He shares the spiritual struggles, personal agony, and incredible victory he has had through this journey in addition to practical tips for people who love someone with a chronic illness, like dealing with medical bills and how to maintain commitment in your marriage when half of your time is spent in the hospital. Whether you have a terminal disease, you love someone who does, or you're simply want to hear an inspiring testimony of God's goodness amidst all things, listen to this episode.

Kenzie shares about her journey through discovering she had narcolepsy and cataplexy and how she has figured out new ways to surrender to the Lord in the midst of her diagnoses.

Paul shares about his journey as a missionary in Zaire, or the Democratic Republic of the Congo, his return to the US and his work as a pastor, and his recent journey through multiple myeloma bone cancer. His wisdom is incredible, so listen up!

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After a devastating car accident when he was 18, Madison Cawthorn was given a one percent chance to live. Facing broken bones, burns, a severed spinal cord that left him paralyzed, and brain trauma, no one would have expected him to make it. But by the grace of God, he is now not only alive but doing everything he can to make the world a better place.

Instagram: @madisoncawthorn

Follow Madison's run for Congress or get involved in his campaign: https://madisoncawthorn.com

Sue Reynolds' book, The Athlete Inside, releases TODAY, April 28! She journeyed from being morbidly obese, barely able to walk to the end of her driveway, to losing 200 pounds and getting 6th at the World Triathlon Championships. In this episode, she talks about some misconceptions about obesity, the athlete she found hiding inside her body, and how triathlons connected her to God and her faith. 

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Follow Sue on IG: @sue.reynolds

Sue's Website: https://suereynolds.net

Triathlon Distances:

Super Sprint: Offered by some races and varies in distance

Sprint Distance: Swim 500-800 meters, Bike 12-15 miles, Run 2 miles - 5k (3.1 miles)

Olympic Distance: Swim ~1 mile, Bike 25-30 miles, Run 10k (6.2 miles)

Half Ironman: Swim 1.2 miles, Bike 56 miles, Run 13.1 miles

Ironman: Swim 2.4 miles, Bike 112 miles, Run 26.2 miles

Today I got to talk with one of the best people I know, Gerald Griffin. We talk about what it looks like to view God as a good Father, to climb up into His lap and tell Him not only what you need, but also what you want, and then to be disappointed when He chooses something different for your life. In Gerald’s life, one season of trial came when he had many years of recurring sinusitis and horrible sinus infections. These sinus infections became debilitating, leaving him unable to breathe well and affecting his sleep and quality of life. Join us to discover what Gerald learned through this season of his life and how it applies to your current season today.

PRE-ORDER Through the Fog: A Bible Study on God's Goodness Amidst Physical Suffering

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Sermon preached by Gerald

Disappointment with God by Philip Yancey

Garden City by John Mark Comer

Dan Meers, mascot of the Kansas City Chiefs football team, had a practice stunt go wrong, leaving him with shattered bones, a collapsed lung, and health issues that created a long road to recovery. He has faced his trials with joy, and how he surrenders to God amidst his pain will leave you feeling inspired that you can live in freedom amidst your pain, as well. 

Dan's website: https://www.danmeers.org

Esther shares her testimony about how she poured everything into her work as an architect, neglecting her health and not fully depending on God until circumstances broke her into dependence. She shares how she has learned to depend on God in all aspects of her life, including her work, her family, and her health.

Register for the Heal Retreat Virtual: https://www.terabradham.com/heal-retreat  

Irma shares her joys and struggles of being a mom of a special needs child and how she balanced a faith that could move mountains with a God who did not answer her prayers for healing. 

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