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The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 125 | Allen Arnold on Story 1 or Story 2?“Do you want Story 1 or Story 2?” When God asked Allen this question, he weighed his options. What did God mean? Should he cancel his surgery and see what God was inviting him into? Using the nodules in his throat as the backdrop, Allen takes us through the dramatic lesson God taught him about our stories with God. Plus, he put it all in an INCREDIBLE book called the Eden Option that you can find below. If you’re at an impasse in your suffering journey or you could use a little encouragement to press in again to what God has fo...2023-11-0641 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 124 | Jeff Brannon: The Theology of ResurrectionWhy does Christ’s resurrection matter to you, right now, in your current circumstances? What does Christ’s resurrection really mean for His followers? And what does it look like for your own body to be resurrected with Christ one day? Jeff Brannon and I delve into these questions and more today as we discuss his book about the theology of resurrection. This is a good episode to nerd out on, but it is also an episode to give your faith the weighty grounding of the hope of redemption amidst your suffering.
Tera’s Websit...2023-10-3042 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 123 | Jennifer Ji-Hye Ko on Unintentional Spiritual AbuseJennifer Ji-Hye Ko is a disabled writer, author, poet, and speaker. Her full-time job is managing her intensive treatments for Lyme Disease, several co-infections, comorbid conditions, as well as Lyme and Autism-related psychosis. In addition to all of that, Jennifer is working to help bridge the gap between the Church and the disability community to avoid exclusion and unintentional spiritual or religious abuse. Curious how she came to do all this? Jennifer shares her story on the pod today, including her deep dive into Scripture herself and how God gives her hope on a daily basis. Check out her...2023-10-2340 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 122 | Alan Noble: On Getting Out of BedDo you ever struggle to have the motivation to get out of bed in the morning. Well Alan Noble wrote a book about it, and he joins us today to talk about the burden of living. Don’t worry - it’s an encouraging conversation. We just talk honestly about the responsibility and gift of living, as well as how it is genuinely hard to view life in such a way sometimes. This is an honest conversation about mental illness, physical suffering, and just the plain ole difficulties of normal life. Heads up - we talk specifically about suicidal idea...2023-10-1638 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 121 | Lacy Finn Borgo on Childlike Faith in HealingFaith is a factor in healing, but there is complexity and nuance within that statement. One thing we do know is that Jesus told us to have the faith of a child. Lacy Finn Borgo wrote a book on just that, and today she shows us what the innocence and faith of children have to teach us amidst our suffering. Lacy also talks to us about her children’s book, All Will Be Well, which she wrote to help children process the loss of someone dear in their lives. This is a great episode that might surprise you! Take a...2023-10-0935 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 120 | Laura Brandenburg on Faith and FertilityAfter 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...2023-10-0236 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 119 | Dr. Richard Tran on His Test of FaithDr. 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...2023-09-2537 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 118 | Shontel Jackson-Taylor: Purpose in the PainShontel-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 Christ...2023-09-1833 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 117 | Denise Moyer on God Healing You When You Didn't Ask Him ToI 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...2023-09-1135 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 116 | Gerald Griffin: The Already Not Yet Kingdom of GodToday 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...2023-09-0438 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastBONUS Ep. 115 | Bonnie Gray on Transforming Chaos to CalmHey friends! We're publishing a bonus episode today because Bonnie's book came out this month and because I want you all to have this resource before I reference it in my sermon for the Diamonds Conference in June. Enjoy!
Bonnie Gray is the author of multiple books including Sweet Like Jasmine, an ECPA 2022 Christian Book Award Finalist. She’s also a soul care coach and a podcast host. Today on the show she joins us to talk about her newest book, Breathe: 21 Days to Stress Less andTransform Chaos to Calm. Bonnie has recovered from PT...2023-05-0146 min
The Heal Ministry PodcastLast Episode in Season 2 - We Return in September 2023!As Tera continues to adjust to her new life as a mom, we'll be continuing the podcast in seasons! Season 3 of the Heal Podcast will launch on September 25, 2023. In this episode, Tera shares some updates for the Heal Ministry as well as a few lessons God has taught her in the past few months. We're grateful for you and we'll see you in September!
Links from this episode:
Tera’s Book
The Cost of Control by Sharon Hodde Miller
To stay connected with the Heal Ministry over the break in podcast ep...2023-02-2710 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 114 | Rachel Marie Kang on Courage and Creativity in PainAuthor and creator Rachel Marie King joins us today to talk about how one can both create and partake in the creations of others when something in our bodies has made the act of creating difficult, what it looks like to fight back against an illness or pain stealing the childlike faith and joy that Jesus invites us into as followers of his Kingdom, and what the practical steps are to both accept the limitations of our bodies while also giving ourselves permission to create, fail, and enjoy life in new ways. Check out her book and other resources...2023-02-201h 00The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 113 | S.A. Morrison on A Theology of TearsWhatever kind of pain you’re in today, I’m guessing that you’ve either cried a lot of tears or you’ve wanted to. That’s why I brought on author S.A. Morrison to talk about the theology behind our tears. What does it look like to embody a healthy spiritual discipline of tears amidst our daily trials? Sarah shows us how when we choose to embrace the companion of tears in our journeys of suffering and hope, they both bring us closer to God and closer to the human experience we were made to have. Check out her bo...2023-02-131h 00The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 112 | Marjorie Thompson on Curiosity and Courage in PainPresbyterian minister Marjorie Thompson joins us today to talk to us about courage, hope, and curiosity amidst our pain and grief. How do we have courage when facing loss? How do we not become fearful when we are brave enough to become curious about our pain? We talk about these questions as well as themes like care versus cure in Marjorie’s book, Courage for Caregivers. In the book, Marjorie builds on the work of her spiritual mentor, Henri J.M. Nouwen, to address the demanding physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of caregiving and care receiving, while also illuminating th...2023-02-0656 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 111 | Douglas Kaine McKelvey on Every Moment HolyToday we chat with author, lyricist, and screenwriter Douglas Kaine McKelvey on the second volume of his books Every Moment Holy: Death, Grief, and Hope. But in case you think this conversation is about nothing but grief and death and loss, it’s actually infused with joy. That’s really the thread of our whole interview today – how joy and sorrow are intertwined, how we can hold them both and experience them both, sometimes back-to-back, how we can mourn with those who mourn and rejoice with those who rejoice (Romans 12:15), and how we can walk in the maturity of growth...2023-01-3148 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 110 | Jessie Pick on Survivor's GuiltJessie Pick has been healed. She survived an aggressive, cancerous brain tumor that had only a 2% five-year survival rate. God moved mountains and provided for her through the journey in ways that she can hardly believe. But even in healing, there is complexity. What do you do with survivor’s guilt? How do you accept God’s extravagant goodness with odds like Jessie beat? How do you not live in the fear of recurrence when so much of what you do daily has to do with keeping the cancer from returning? Jessie and I talk about these topics and more...2023-01-231h 03The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 109 | Michele Cushatt: A Faith That Will Not FailIn Michele Cushatt's first book, her memoir Undone, she talks about her journey with all the unexpected events of her life: divorce, blended families, cancer, and more. But the story didn’t end where her first book did! She’s lived a lot more life, has now lived with the constant threat of cancer hanging over her shoulder for 12 years, and has survived two more battles with recurring cancer.
Michele joins us today on the podcast, even missing 2/3 of her tongue from operations and dealing with the pain of swallowing and speaking as she still deals with the...2023-01-1658 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 108 | Shoshana Lipson on Interrupting Your InterruptionsShoshana Lipson is the founder of Living Waters chronic pain ministry, a patient advocate, writer, and public speaker for migraine and chronic pain. She has lived with physical pain for most of her life, including chronic migraine, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia. Through all her pain, she has had an intimate relationship with Jesus. I think how she has walked through her conditions as a Christian, staying connected to a church, and surrendering her ways for God’s has made her a wise warrior in the Kingdom. Join us in this episode today to learn how to interrupt your interruptions, how to...2023-01-0957 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 107 | Grace Manchala: How Stress and Abuse Lead to Physical PainAfter becoming a victim to sexual abuse when she was six or seven years old, enduring multiple instances of abuse and assault as time went on, and then becoming a victim of rape as a teenager, Grace found herself in her 20s isolated by a trafficker and alone as a single mom in India. Driven to despair, she almost committed suicide. Miraculously, God spoke to her that both she and her daughter belonged to him, and that their lives were not their own.
The psychological, emotional, and physical stress and abuse Grace endured led to all kinds...2023-01-021h 02
The Heal Ministry PodcastLast episode in Season 1 - We return in January 2023!The host of the Heal Podcast, Tera Bradham DeNeui, is due to have her first baby in September. She is already recording episodes for Season Two, which will air in January of 2023. Thanks for being patient while she takes maternity leave and adjusts to life with a newborn!
In this episode, Tera shares five things that have encouraged her lately in hopes that they will encourage you, as well.
To stay connected with the Heal Ministry over the break in podcast episodes:
-Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so...2022-07-1107 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 106 | Anmol Clairmont on Pain, PCOS, and Prophecy***This is the last episode before Tera’s maternity leave. The next season of the podcast will start in January 2023*** Please make sure you’re subscribed in case I drop some surprise episodes over the next few months!
Anmol Clairmont is a PA who specializes in neurology and pain management. In addition to her professional experience, I am thrilled for you guys to hear this conversation about the personal testimony of what God has done in her own physical limitation journey. We talk a lot about the gift of prophecy and what that can look like when it i...2022-07-0449 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastHeal Interlude: Updates and EncouragementJoin us today for a short break in interview episodes where Tera shares some updates for the podcast moving forward as well as a short encouragement and prayer for you this week.
Nic Nienhuis episode: https://anchor.fm/tera-bradham/episodes/Ep--74--Nic-Niehnuis-The-Ambitious-Cripple-e181bnc 2022-06-0608 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 102 | Katerina on Progressive DiseasesProgressive. Degenerative. No cure. Those are the words that most people fear to hear spoken over their lives, and they are the words Katerina has grappled with since her diagnosis with CMT four years ago. Today on the show she shares how God has changed her heart and perspective after being diagnosed with a progressive disease at 18 years old.
Katerina’s Blog: beautyinthepainblog.com
Katerina IG: @beautyinthepainblog
Tera IG: @terabradham
Heal IG: @heal_ministry
Tera’s Website: terabradham.com
Heal Website: thehealministry.com
Recommend a gues...2022-05-3050 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 100 | Xochitl Dixon: Waiting For GodFrom 2+ decades of debilitating chronic back pain, Xochitl Dixon brings us her wisdom on waiting for God today. Author of a devotional on the topic, Xochitl has really grappled with what it looks like to wait with God and for God, and today we talk about what different kinds of waiting in our pain look like. I think you're going to love Xochitl's experiences as well as her resources as an author and speaker. Check out her ministries below!
Waiting for God: https://amzn.com/dp/1627079734/
Different Like Me: https://amzn.com/dp/1640701648/
...2022-05-161h 07The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 99 | Sarah Walton: When God Doesn't Protect YouAuthor Sarah Walton has endured her own battle with Lyme disease, the trial of watching all four of her children endure the same diagnosis, and many losses she and her family have faced financially and emotionally as they have sought to be faithful to God. She brings her deep experiences with suffering to the table today in a vulnerable, transparent, powerful way that will bring light into the dark places of your thoughts. She is the friend who will relate to you while also equipping you to keep wrestling and keep fighting. Check out her popular book, Hope When...2022-05-091h 07The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 98 | Carrie Farrell: For the Injured AthleteCarrie Farrell has been an injured athlete, a coach of injured athletes, and a mental health counselor for people who live in chronic pain. She combines all of those experiences to give us practical and applicable wisdom on how to manage our chronic pain today. We talk a lot about the specifics of how chronic pain affects athletes, but whether you are an athlete or not, I believe this episode has something in it for you!
Carrie’s Training the Complete Athlete Website: https://trainingthecompleteathlete.com/
Carrie’s Counseling Website: https://www.theplaygroundcounseling.com/
Car...2022-05-021h 05The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 97 | Daniel & Kelly Crawford: Knowing More, Understanding LessDaniel and Kelly Crawford lost their son to a life-limiting diagnosis a few days after his birth. Like Hebrews 11:4 says, Abel still speaks, even though he is no longer on earth. His parents are making sure of that through Abel Speaks, an organization they founded to support parents carrying children with life-limiting diagnoses. Join Daniel, Kelly, and me today as we talk about their journey, their combination of joy and sorrow through the events during and after their pregnancy wth Abel, and what it means to know God more while understanding Him less. Then check out the Crawford’s am...2022-04-2554 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 96 | Mike Fennema on Healing in IsolationIn the middle of the pandemic, Mike Fennema was thrown off his mountain bike and landed on his head. Fighting through the recovery and new limitations of quadriplegia, Mike had to do it all in isolation. For over 100 days, he could not see his wife or children except through a fence six feet apart. Today we talk about what Mike has learned about isolation, identity, and what part these play in our healing.
Connect with Mike: https://www.facebook.com/mike.fennema
Heal Website: thehealministry.com
Tera Website: terabradham.com
Recommend...2022-04-1857 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 95 | Tara Smith Johnson: Defeating DysautonomiaAuthor Tara Johnson has battled dysautonomia for years, facing seizures and the effects of her neurotoxicity autoimmune disease daily (like taking over 900 pills per month). She joins us today to share her journey as both a patient and an advocate for those with chronic illnesses, all from her perspective as our sister in Christ.
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...2022-04-1149 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 94 | Kristen Wetherell on Humility When HurtingCo-author of the award-winning book, Hope When It Hurts, Kristen Wetherell joins us today to talk about her journey through Lyme disease and beyond. She talks about what it's like having physical limitations as a mother and how we can remain both humble and hopeful in our pain. I think you're going to love her wisdom!
Humble Moms: https://amzn.com/dp/1087751012/
Hope When it Hurts: https://amzn.com/dp/1784980730
Kristen IG: @kristen_wetherell
Kristen Website: https://kristenwetherell.com/
Heal Website: thehealministry.com
Tera IG: @terabradham
Te...2022-04-0456 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 93 | Dana Lisowski: When Cancer ReturnsDana Lisowski defeated cancer in 2010. She was excited to celebrate 12 years of victory over cancer when she found out the horrendous back pain she had been experiencing was actually the cancer returning in another part of her body. Right now, she is going through various treatments to help her pain and keep her here a little longer, and she joins us today to candidly talk about what it looks like to live knowing you may only have a few months or years left here. This is a perspective I think we can all learn and grow from. Listen in...2022-03-281h 04The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 92 | Elrena Evans on A Special GraceSometimes we feel like we need a special kind of grace to endure and thrive in the circumstances in which we find ourselves. Author Elrena Evans joins us today to talk about the special grace God has given her in being the mom of special needs children and what God has taught her about healing, limitation, and joy through it all. I loved this conversation, and I think you’re going to fall in love with Elrena’s joyful nature. Check out the trailer for her book below, and then preorder it for yourself or someone you think could use...2022-03-211h 02The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 91 | Shari Davenport on Inviting Death to CoffeeLife coach Shari Davenport joins us today to talk about her insights on walking with her husband through his cancer journey. She invites us to grapple with our own mortality, to respect those we love and their decisions for treatment, and to allow our emotions instead of resisting them. I think you’ll find more than one tip to take away from this episode and apply to your life!
Shari email: hi@lovefeelsbetter.com
Shari Website: lovefeelsbetter.com
Tera Website: terabradham.com
Heal Website: thehealministry.com2022-03-141h 05The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 90 | Dr. Rick Gardner and Justin Narducci on the CUREJoin both the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of CURE International today on the podcast. Dr. Rick Gardner and Justin Narducci share with us the heart of CURE International, a Christian NGO operating eight pediatric hospitals to provide surgical care for children living with treatable disabilities like cleft palates and bowed legs. I cannot speak more highly about CURE, and I think this organization and the people in it are such an incredible example of how God often uses US to be His healing hand to others in the world. I believe God has...2022-03-0757 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 89 | Dr. Kelly Kapic: You're Only HumanDr. Kelly Kapic has been a theology professor for over twenty years, he's written fifteen books, and he has experienced suffering while walking alongside his wife through cancer and chronic pain. This conversation is like getting to ask your college professor all those questions you wanted to ask but were too intimated to - Dr. Kapic is gracious, passionate, and fun, and I believe you guys are going to love the breadth of topics we cover! Also, check out Dr. Kapic's books below on the gift of human limitations and the theology of suffering.
You’re Only Hu...2022-02-281h 03The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 88 | Kyle Gillette: Mindset Coaching Through PainKyle Gillette started experiencing horrendous pain in his legs, and then it moved to his entire body. Through his health journey, he's discovered new things about God, himself, and how we move forward through the lenses of empowerment and limitation. As a professional coach, Kyle mixes his expertise with his personal story to give us some practical mindset tips as well as some spiritual wisdom that was earned the hard way. Enjoy the episode, and check out the resources below!
Kyle's SAGE Mindset Coaching Website: https://www.sagemindset.com/
Fasting episode from the That Sounds...2022-02-2158 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 87 | Dena Dyer: He Hurts When We HurtHave you ever thought of your injury, illness, or trial as a severe mercy? It took Dena awhile to get to that point, but now she considers her immense journey with grief and pain to be a profound mercy God has used to bring joy and growth into her life. Join author, speaker, and coach Dena Dyer as she shares how God brought her on this journey from weariness to worship.
Dena Website: https://denadyer.com/
Dena's Article on Christianity Today: https://www.christianitytoday.com/better-samaritan/2021/august/how-can-church-better-serve-those-suffering-from-chronic-il.html
Dena IG: @denadyer
2022-02-1459 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 86 | Cara Aguilar on Light in the Dark DaysJoin my friend Cara Aguilar and me as we share her story about both the suffering and joy her family has endured in recent years. She has journeyed through losing her husband and one of her sons to Huntington's disease, and currently cares for two of her other children who also inherited the degenerative disease. As Cara comes face to face with suffering and loss daily, she has found that there is no other place she would rather be than at the feet of Jesus through it all. Listen in to see how Cara still finds her God trustworthy...2022-02-071h 04The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 85 | David and Renée Lyons: Don't Waste the PainDavid and Renée join us today to talk about the deep stuff in life: surrender, joy, pain, loss, suffering, and the goodness of God amidst it all. If you're having trouble trusting God amidst your pain, then this is the episode for you. David and Renée shepherd us through the hard-won lessons in their journey by losing their son, Ian, to cancer, as well as losing David's sister, Linda, to cancer. This is one of the episodes where you are going to want a notepad and a pen handy, because there are so many quotes you'll want to...2021-12-271h 04The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 83 | Lana Stenner: Some Goats, a Brain Tumor, and a TieLana is known for all the creative ideas she puts to use on her homestead, from using vegetable oil in place of gasoline to showing us how to winterize a chicken coop. But the part of her story she hasn't shared much publicly is what God did through a peach-sized brain tumor in her head. Today she takes us through the whole journey, revealing a God who cares for us through big breakthroughs and small whispers. I think you'll leave this episode wanting more intimacy with God in your own life - and possibly a new goat friend, too!2021-12-131h 08The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 82 | Kevan Chandler: We Carry KevanKevan Chandler's friends carried him through Europe. Yes, literally - in a backpack. Diagnosed with SMA when he was young, Kevan grew up in a family that empowered him to dream of a unique life with his disability. His life experiences, combined with a personal relationship with Jesus, led him to try something crazy when he left his wheelchair behind and let a bunch of his musician friends carry him on their backs for three weeks. The result: a book, lessons innumerable, a documentary, strengthened relationships with friends and God, a nonprofit, and a fresh perspective that will leave...2021-12-061h 03The Heal Ministry PodcastFall Heal Retreat | Tera Bradham DeNeui: The Struggle is RealToday's episode is Tera's sermon from the Fall Heal Retreat. Enjoy the short episode, and if you're wanting something longer, you can always scroll back through other Heal episodes and listen to the ones you've missed. See you next week with more interviews!
Tera IG: @terabradham
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Heal Website: thehealministry.com2021-11-2917 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 81 | Theresa Boedeker on Unconditional LoveTheresa Boedeker was in the passenger seat in 1994 when she saw a school bus pull out in front of their car. The ensuing accident left her in the hospital and her husband fighting for his life. The following years led to PTSD, two simultaneous but different grueling recoveries, and chronic pain. On the show today, Theresa looks back to this season in her life and shares how God taught her about His unconditional love and her worth as a wife, mom, and daughter of God. You can connect with her through her resources below.
Theresa Website: https...2021-11-221h 06The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 80 | Melanie Fagan on Creativity in PainHave you ever thought about how creativity can relieve your pain symptoms? This is the journey of Melanie Fagan, who has experienced numerous chronic pain conditions including breast cancer, hernia repair and hysterectomy surgeries, Type 1 Diabetes, and autoimmune diagnoses. In addition, her husband has had multiple brain surgeries to address Trigeminal Neuralgia, which has been documented as the most painful affliction known to man. Through all of this, Melanie has found art, photography, and creativity to be God’s balm on her soul through her pain. When her mind and body are focused on creating something, she has found th...2021-11-1558 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 79 | James Paul: What on Earth is Heaven?What is heaven? Where is it? Is it a place we escape to, or is it a place that we are responsible for bringing here to Earth? Heaven is the place where every tear will be wiped away and no more suffering will exist; it is the place of our ultimate healing. But it is so much more than that. Join James Paul and me for a conversation today about what we can really expect when we talk about heaven and what it means for our lives here and now. This conversation will blow your mind - buckle up...2021-11-081h 04The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 78 | Joelle Jensen: It's All in Your HeadThe most dreaded phrase you can receive from a doctor or a friend: “it’s all in your head.” Many people who have walked through the fires of physical pain have experienced the sinking feeling in their stomachs when someone suggests that their pain is in their head, because it feels like the person is accusing them of making up their pain; it feels like their pain is invalidated. Since our goal at Heal is to provide a holistic view of pain and healing, it would be as unfair to say that your pain is not real as it would...2021-11-0153 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 77 | Carleigh Joyce: Holding Them BothLife is almost never purely bad or purely good, purely grief-filled or purely joy-filled, purely redeemed or purely irredeemable. We must learn to let God meet us in the middle, in that place of wrestling where we hold both the trials and the triumphs of this life at the same time. Carleigh Joyce is learning how to hold both pain and joy, longing and contentment, grieving and pushing forward as she enters the fifth year of her pain journey. After a C section left her in more pain than she thought possible, Carleigh discovered nerve issues that have been...2021-10-2551 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 76 | Clarissa Moll on The Art of DyingOne of one people will die - it's the ultimate statistic. But have you ever thought of death as a spiritual discipline? It wasn't that long ago that Christians viewed death as an art, an integral crowning piece of their journeys here on earth. In Rob Moll's book, The Art of Dying, he explored this lost art in profound ways. Then ten years after writing his book, Rob tragically passed away in a hiking accident. His widow, Clarrissa Moll, joins us today to talk to us about her grief process, how death enlightens the Christian journey, and how we...2021-10-1855 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 75 | James Bryan Smith on Forgiving GodJames Bryan Smith is one of the most prolific Christian thinkers of our time, and he joins us today to talk about his journey through the loss of his daughter and what it looked like to be a special needs parent. We talk about all kinds of concepts in his book, Room of Marvels, like what it looks like to "forgive God," the realities of heaven, and the pain of suffering in this world. I believe this episode will be healing to so many people who have lost loved ones or who are struggling to meet God in the...2021-10-1151 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 74 | Nic Niehnuis: The "Ambitious Cripple" Nic Nienhuis' friends started calling her the "ambitious cripple," a term she loves, after seeing how vivaciously she lives life amidst severe pain and limitation. Nic is in her thirties and has had over 30 surgeries relating to her multiple diagnoses, some of which include anklosing spondylitis and RA. We are also stoked to have Nic on the podcast today because she is typically working on the other side of these episodes as our podcast editor! Nic shares her story vulnerably today, including talk about suicidal thoughts, an affair, and the restoration of her life through Jesus Christ. Check out t...2021-10-0458 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 73 | Dr. Andy Laurie: the Doctor Pastor PatientDr. Andy Laurie has been both a pastor and an emergency room radiologist, and he brings both perspectives to our talk about God and physical healing today. Dr. Andy has also had extensive experience with his own physical pain, living through years of a debilitating disease of his autonomic nervous system. Check out his book below, and enjoy this unique conversation!
When Skies Aren’t Blue: https://amzn.com/dp/1736413902/
Dr. Andy’s Website (you can contact him here): https://doctorandylaurie.com/
Dr. Andy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAndyLaurie
Tera IG...2021-09-271h 04The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 72 | Charis Brown on God's CoatCharis Brown had chronic, debilitating migraines for 25 years before she found a clinic she felt like God told her would be "his coat to her" (Luke 8:43-48). She received her healing through both God's hand and medicine's hand, and she joins us today to walk us through her journey through pain, healing, and wholeness. Charis is also a nurse and a dietician, and she has some incredible holistic health resources below. She even has an interview on how to manage nutrition with autoimmune conditions. Check them out!
Charis' Podcast: https://charisnaturalnutrition.com/health-bricks-podcast
Charis' Website...2021-09-2058 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 71 | Brandon Brown: Left for DeadBrandon Brown was left for dead by someone he thought was one of his closest friends. Join us today as we talk about Brandon’s healing from his old lifestyle of drugs, his current victories and struggles, and how he brings his gout and arthritis to the Lord. There are so many Easter eggs of wisdom to find in this episode! Brandon also runs HELP Fest, an organization dedicated to Healing Every Living Person (HELP). Check out his resources below and bless him with your prayers over his ministry and his life!
HELPFest Website: https://helpfestmt.com/...2021-09-131h 15The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 70 | Lore Ferguson Wilbert: Handle With CareLore Ferguson Wilbert vulnerably shares parts of her doubts and questions through her journey, including an ectopic pregnancy, a current struggle she's facing, and her journey through miscarriages. Lore is the author of Handle with Care, a book on the ministry of touch. Touch is not talked about much in our healing journeys, and Lore shares today why this may be the case and how we can learn from how Jesus touched and was touched. This is an episode to listen with a notepad! I believe her wisdom is going to blow your socks off in a new way...2021-09-0649 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 69 | Sam Kavanagh Pt. 2: Baby StepsSam Kavanagh was on a back-country ski trip when an avalanche struck. Losing his best friend in the avalanche, Sam was lucky to be alive. But when he looked down and saw the bone of his leg sticking through his pants, he knew he was in trouble. Following a massive search and rescue effort, Sam had his leg amputated. But his story didn't end there! Not only did he pick up cycling and become a US Paralympian, but he participates in all kinds of sports and goes on adventures with his family. Today, we hear the second installment of...2021-08-3051 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 68 | Sam Kavanagh Pt. 1 on Avalanche AftermathSam Kavanagh was on a back-country ski trip when an avalanche struck. Losing his best friend in the avalanche, Sam was lucky to be alive. But when he looked down and saw the bone of his leg sticking through his pants, he knew he was in trouble. Following a massive search and rescue effort, Sam had his leg amputated. But his story didn't end there! Not only did he pick up cycling and become a US Paralympian, but he participates in all kinds of sports and goes on adventures with his family. Listen in to hear about the life-changing...2021-08-2354 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 67 | Madeline Kalu on BurnoutMadeline Kalu survived 80-hour work weeks by taping her shoulder, seeing doctors, and dragging herself to work after sleepless nights. Today she shares the lessons she's learned from burnout and how stress affected her body. From the beginning of her job to her recovery now, this is a testimony you're going to want to hear!
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Heal's Website: thehealministry.com2021-08-161h 04The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 66 | Cami and Gabe Latham Pt. 2: Redemption's Full CircleJoin us for part two of Cami and Gabe Latham's stories. Listen to episode 65 to hear the backstory of Gabe's accident and how that affected Cami and their family. Then listen to this episode to hear how God brought their healing journeys full circle. Disclosure: We talk about very serious topics in this episode, including self harm, abuse, suicide attempts, and demonic oppression. These are vital conversations for the Church and I am beyond grateful for the vulnerability the Lathams had in sharing these parts of their stories. Listen in! I believe God has something for you to hear...2021-08-1246 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 65 | Cami and Gabe Latham Pt. 1: A Miracle and Its FalloutCami and Gabe Latham are a sister and a brother who grew up in Brazil. Today, they take us on the first part of their journey (part two coming on Thursday!) through Gabe's accident, his near death experience (NDE), Cami's dream of the event before it happened, and how she felt the effects of her brother being the "miracle boy." The way these two's journeys are interwoven and how God heals both of them with such care is a testament to how much God sees us and loves us all. I cannot wait for you to get to know...2021-08-091h 01The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 64 | Dave Chernosky: Bikes, RA, and Bears, oh my!Struggling through the effects of rheumatoid arthritis on his biking career and life, Dave Chernosky sat awake in bed questioning God for two hours. After he finally succumbed to exhaustion, he awoke to loud sounds coming from the kitchen. Trying to protect his kids, Dave ended up getting attacked by a 350-pound black bear. But the most surprising part is that the attack led to one of the most healing moments in Dave's life. Join us today to hear the whole story!
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Heal Website: thehealministry.com2021-08-0240 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 62 | Jessica Carey: Charting a Course Through PainIf you’re feeling like your ship of life has run aground, like your dreams have been shattered, or you’re questioning how you got so far off course from the plan you thought God had for your life, this episode is for you. Jessica Carey joins us to talk about her journey through an undiagnosed health issue, how God has brought her through and is still bringing her through these unexpected waves, and her book, Chart a Course. There is so much wisdom and beauty in this conversation that I can’t wait for you to hear it!
...2021-07-191h 01The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 61 | Ellie Sanazaro: Bearing the Image of ChristEllie Sanazaro and her husband were told that their daughter would be born with a disability. While that ended up being false, God had stirred up such a passion in their hearts for parenting a child with disabilities that they ended up adopting a son with Down Syndrome. That process took quite a bit longer than the sentence shows, but we delve into more of the process in the interview. Now, Ellie is the author of a children's book I think everyone should have on their shelf: Image Bearer, a book on the biblical view of disability. The illustrations...2021-07-121h 00The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 60 | Jonny and Joanna Ivey: Silent CriesOur British brother and sister Jonny and Janna Ivey join us to talk about one of the most heartbreaking subjects in our earthly existence: baby loss. In their new book, Silent Cries, they delve into the depths of their own wounds in order to bring healing to the wounds of others. This is not a pretty episode about a pretty topic, but it's raw, real, and shows the goodness of God in a way that only true sorrow and His faithfulness in the midst of it can. We also address some hard questions and try to model that it's...2021-07-0559 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 59 | Esther Smith: The Whole LifeAs a counselor and an author, Esther Smith takes us through her personal journey of chronic pain, illness, loss, and redemption. I think by taking a look at the title of her books below, you’ll want to check this episode out! Esther shares practical ways we can both grieve our losses and still move forward in the kingdom of God, regardless of what hand we’ve been dealt.
Esther IG: @esthermariesmth
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Heal Website: www.thehealministry.com
Esther’s Books:
The Whole Life: 52 Weeks of Biblical Self Ca...2021-06-2851 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 58 | Dustin Ortman on Trusting God's PurposeAfter a hike, Dustin Ortman felt some weakness in his back. A few days later, he was being rolled in a wheelchair to his doctor appointment looking for answers. He was diagnosed with Guillan Barré, an autoimmune disease that affected his nerves. Today he takes us through this journey and what he does now each year to celebrate the anniversary of his battle with Guillan Barré.
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Tera's Website: terabradham.com2021-06-2136 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 57 | Rich Stearns on Leadership and SufferingThe former CEO and president of World Vision US for twenty years, Richard Stearns joins us today for a conversation about global suffering and God's sovereignty and mystery through it all. We talk about Rich's new book, Lead Like it Matters to God, and how Rich led World Vision through the HIV/AIDS crisis.
Rich Twitter: @RichStearns
Lead Like it Matters to God: https://amzn.com/0830847308
The Hole in Our Gospel: https://amzn.com/0785229183
He Walks Among Us: https://amzn.com/1400321867
La Misma Luna Movie: https://amzn.com/B001CQO...2021-06-1457 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 54 | Laura Landrum: The Secret Place of ThunderLaura Landrum has lived with undiagnosed pain since she was young. On top of that, she shares today about God's goodness amidst the recent development of painful cysts, how God transformed her life through His redemptive love after her abortion, and her secret places of thunder with God. We all have so much to learn from Laura and how she continues to walk in obedience amidst her pain.
Laura Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Shespeakstheword
Forgiven and Set Free: a Post-Abortion Bible Study for Women: https://amzn.com/0801016622
One Thousand Gifts: https://amzn.co...2021-05-241h 00The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 53 | Kaitlyn Squanda & Hannah Shope on All Things WomenYou read that right. All things women. I don't know if we cover ALL things women in this episode, but we cover a whole lot of them. Join two of my best friends and me as we have a vulnerable, candid conversation about women's health - from periods to miraculous healing to fun facts to practical tips for how we can glorify God and help our bodies out, this is a conversation you don't want to miss! And men, this conversation is for you, too - if you want a glimpse into a woman's mind, we're giving you a...2021-05-1758 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 52 | Sarah Bessey: Bruised and BelovedAfter a car accident thrust her into the world of chronic pain and shaken beliefs, best-selling author and speaker Sarah Bessey had to re-establish her identity with God. Today, she courageously delves into the depths of her pain again to bring us the golden nuggets of wisdom and healing she’s gleaned along the way. We're all in process, but Sarah is the compassionate friend who will reassure you that you can be both sorely bruised and irrevocably beloved at the same time.
Sarah IG: @sarahbessey
Sarah Website: https://www.sarahbessey.com/
A Rhyt...2021-05-1052 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 51 | Josh and Aly Taylor on Breast Cancer, Fertility, Freedom, and GratitudeWe are kicking of Women’s Health Awareness month with authors, speakers, and stars of TLC’s TV show Rattled, Josh and Aly Taylor. They were in their mid twenties when they discovered that Aly had an aggressive form of breast cancer. Today, they share their journey through cancer, treatment, and the fear of recurrence, what fertility looked like for them after Aly was healed, and how they’re doing today. These Southern sweethearts are sure to inspire you and help you see something in a new light today!
Instagram: @alysfight
Website: http://alysfight.com/
...2021-05-031h 00The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 50 Jeff and Debbie Andrick: Faithful to the EndToday it is my pleasure to introduce you to Jeff and Debbie Andrick, who share the wisdom they've gleaned from their over seven decades on this planet. From Jeff losing his first wife to cancer, to them adopting a son in their 50s who ended up being on the autism spectrum, to Debbie's life of faithfulness as a Kindergarten teacher and doing prison ministry, gosh you guys - you just want to become a sponge in this episode, because you're going to want to soak it all in!
Jeff's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/There-Fear-God-This-Land/d...2021-04-261h 00The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 49 | Josh Foliart: Healing for the NationsIn this episode with one of my favorite people on the planet, we talk about Josh's work with SLS, an organization designed to provide housing and work opportunities for neurodiverse adults, the international ministry he founded, Multipli Global, and his wife's recent cancer diagnosis. This wisdom has golden nuggets all over the place, so it is definitely one you want to get out a notepad or a note on your phone and get ready to write things down - it's that good!
Josh Email: josh@slscommunity.org
SLS Website: https://slscommunity.org/
Multipli...2021-04-2246 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 48 | Amy Downs on Surviving a Terrorist AttackOn April 19, 1995, Amy Downs was a self-described "lazy college dropout." But 26 years ago, her life changed forever when a bomb went off in the building she worked in, dropping her down three floors and leaving her upside down in her office chair for over six hours as rescue workers attempted to get her out. In those moments of waiting, Amy realized she had not lived her life the way she had wanted to up to that point. When she was rescued, she committed to changing her life, one step at a time. She went from flunking out of college...2021-04-1959 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastWinter Heal Retreat | Tera Bradham DeNeui: The Weight of GloryListen in on Tera's message from the January Winter Heal Retreat.
The next Heal Retreat is Saturday, April 24, 2021, at either 11am CST or 3pm CST. Each retreat is an hour and fifteen minutes long and includes worship, a message, and breakout sessions to connect with others going through similar circumstances as you. Find out more and register at https://www.thehealministry.com/events . We hope to see you soon!
Tera IG: @terabradham2021-04-1522 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 46 | Lamar Hardwick: The Autism PastorLamar has become known as the autism pastor for his ability to pastor those who are differently abled and often left out of the Church. After finding out he was on the autism spectrum at the age of 36, he has made it his mission to show us the way to making Church the inclusive home it should be. Lamar has also recently been on a cancer journey, and he shares about all this and more in the episode today. Join us for the conversation and check out the awesome resources we have below, as well. Lamar's episode kicks off...2021-04-0557 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 44 | Philip Yancey: The Gift of PainListen to one of the best-selling contemporary Christian authors, Philip Yancey, share about pain. From his dad dying of polio to the multiple books he has authored on grappling with God about disappointment and pain, Philip is as close to an expert in this field as it comes. Philip's books have sold more than 15 million copies and have been translated into more than 40 languages worldwide. He did not disappoint in this conversation, sharing hard-earned wisdom that I believe is going to bless your socks off!
Philip's Website: https://philipyancey.com/
Where is God When it...2021-03-2253 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastHAPPY BIRTHDAY, HEAL!We're turning one year old! This special episode features some highlights from some of our favorite episodes the past year. Whether you're joining us for the first time or you've been with us since the launch of the podcast, we're grateful you're here. Thank you for celebrating with us, and we pray you are encouraged with each episode that releases.
Heal Website: https://www.thehealministry.com/
Tera IG: @terabradham
Episodes featured in this podcast:
Ep. 4 Irma Cantu: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-5-irma-cantu-losing-a-child-to-spinal-muscular-atrophy/id1503052916?i=1000470648666
...2021-03-1554 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 43 | George Dennehy: That Armless GuyGeorge Dennehy was born without arms in a country where his difference was stigmatized. Without being touched or cared for as an infant in an orphanage, George survived and was adopted into a family in the US. After battling years of insecurity and struggles with his identity, now he is living freer than ever through Christ as he speaks and creates music for all of us to enjoy. You can find his video with the Goo Goo Dolls, his album Have my Heart, and other ways to connect with him below.
George Website: http://www.thatarmlessguy.com/ 2021-03-0851 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 42 | Niki Hardy: Chemo Chair PrayersAfter losing both her mom and sister to cancer, Niki found out six weeks after her sister’s death that she, too, had cancer. Today, she takes us through her journey of colorectal cancer and how God has helped her become a cancer thriver, not just a cancer survivor.
Niki is also an author and a podcast host, so check out her resources below:
Breathe Again: How to Live Well When Life Falls Apart: http://amzn.com/0800735544
Chemo Chair Prayers Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chemo-chair-prayers/id1539229249
Website: https://ni...2021-03-011h 00The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 40 | Carley and Mark DenBoer: Valentines & Suicide PreventionCarley and Mark DenBoer join us today to talk about their lives and how they seek to glorify God amidst their marriage with chronic pain. After a biking accident in high school, Mark has had an unimaginable headache that never leaves. Carley has been diagnosed with both lupus and severe depressive disorder. While we talk about fun parts of their lives and I think you will fall in love with their personalities, we do get into a long conversation about suicidal ideation, as well. This is a large part of many people's lives who live in chronic pain, so...2021-02-151h 02The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 39 | Paul Rudzitis: God Doesn't Make JunkPaul Rudzitis has experienced quite a bit of pain, from a hangman's fracture in his neck to prostate cancer to doing Ironmans. He joins us today to talk about what he's learned from God amidst each of these situations that were thrown his way.
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Tera IG: @terabradham2021-02-0854 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 38 | Mike Bartlett on his Boating AccidentWhen he was in high school, Mike Bartlett suffered a nerve injury when his boat crashed and the blunt side of a propeller hit him right between his spine and major artery. He shares the lessons he's learned after over a decade of living with nerve damage. This one gets better and better as we dive deeper and deeper, so listen all the way to the end!
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Tera IG: @terabradham2021-02-0152 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastFall Heal Retreat 2020 | Bob Bardwell: The Marathons of LifeListen 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.
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
Bob Bardwell Website: https://www.ironwoodsprings.com/
Bob...2021-01-2818 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastFall Heal Retreat 2020 | Matt Hedges: Navigating Life in Times of CrisisListen 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...2021-01-2530 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastFall Heal Retreat 2020 | Tera Bradham DeNeui: The Fifth SwordListen 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/events2021-01-2121 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 37 | Alexis Clevinger on Joy in Each SeasonAlexis 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
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Alexis IG: @allaboutadaptablealexis
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...2021-01-1837 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 36 | Patrick Gray & Justin Skeesuck: I'll Push YouPatrick 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, friendsh...2021-01-111h 03The Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 35 | Rick Archer: Miracles & MedicineIn 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...2021-01-0456 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 33 | Sara Willoughby: He's Making DiamondsSara 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...2020-12-0756 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 32 | Shadrick Bell: Rollercoaster of DiagnosesListen 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 I...2020-11-2358 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 29 | Jenna Overby: Infertility Awareness MonthOctober 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 a...2020-10-1954 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastSummer Heal 2020 | Tera Bradham DeNeui: An Abundant Life Amidst PainThis 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: @terabradham2020-09-1424 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastSpring Heal 2020 | Becky Boone: Renewed HopeThis 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...2020-06-2624 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastSpring Heal 2020 | Erin Judge, RD: Decreasing Inflammation Through Gut HealthThis 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 w...2020-06-2528 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastSpring Heal 2020 | Carley and Mark Denboer: Marriage with Chronic PainThis 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...2020-06-2421 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastSpring Heal 2020 | Cole Schram: The Science of PainThis 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 l...2020-06-2319 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastSpring Heal 2020 | Tera Bradham DeNeui: Hope Against All HopeThis 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: te...2020-06-2219 minThe Heal Ministry PodcastEp. 14 | Shadrick Bell on the State of Our Nation and an Unknown IllnessShad 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 b...2020-06-081h 13
The Heal Ministry PodcastVying For Victory PreviewThe Vying For Victory Podcast is designed to help Christians who battle chronic pain find freedom and meaning through their struggles. Each week, host Tera Bradham DeNeui will interview a chronic pain warrior about their trials and how God has used them in their lives.
Join us on March 14, 2020 for the debut of Vying For Victory!
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