Why?
A diving accident in 1967 left Joni Eareckson Tada a quadriplegic in a wheelchair. Today, she is an internationally known mouth artist, a talented vocalist, a radio host, an author of 17 books and an advocate for disabled persons worldwide. In this audio story, you’ll meet Joni and hear how she struggled to accept God’s design in her paralysis.

Rape, Adoption, Reunion
After suffering from a brutal rape, Lee Ezell discovered she was pregnant. She bravely chose to relinquish her child for adoption, wishing the very best for the child. Twenty years later, Lee was shocked to hear a voice on the other end of the telephone state, “Hi, I’m Julie and you’re my mother.” Televised across North America, Lee’s story of her remarkable reunion with her daughter has touched the hearts of millions. In this story, enjoy the laughter and tears shared together between Lee and Julie as they explain how anyone can find peace and hope –in spite of life’s “missing pieces.”

Betrayed
Stan Telchin felt betrayed! His 21-year-old daughter had just told him that she believed Jesus is the Messiah. As a 50-year-old successful Jewish businessman, who had raised his children well, he couldn’t understand how she could do such a thing. With divided emotions and heated tensions, his close-knit family felt threatened. To win his daughter back and resolve the matter, Stan set out to prove that Jesus isn’t the Jewish Messiah. In the process he made some amazing discoveries. This is his story.

Quitting is Not an Option
When his best friend offered him marijuana as a young teen, Michael Chadwick had no idea how the drug would change the course of his future. Even as Michael gained success and wealth as an acclaimed homebuilder, alcohol and drug addiction were to dominate his life. After a series of close calls with death, however, Michael eventually turned to God for help. Faced with extremely difficult times such as the death of his 8-year old son, Michael shares how his hope in Jesus Christ kept him going. You’re sure to be inspired by Michael’s incredible story of perseverance.

Rose Bowl Queen
After becoming the Tournament of Roses ‘Rose Bowl Queen’, the future looked bright for Margolyn Woods. She made appearances on television’s Hollywood Squares, the Carol Burnett show, the Bob Hope Christmas special and many others. She was living the Fairy Tale lifestyle. However, after the parties, premiers, and two failed marriages, Margolyn found herself 31 years old, single, pregnant, and desperately seeking a happy ending. This message of hope through God’s grace is sure to offer encouragement to anyone facing difficult or uncertain times in life.