Joni Eareckson Tada
October 15, 1949 – present
Author & Disability Advocate
Quadriplegic since 17, a towering voice on suffering and God's sovereignty
Biography
American author, speaker, and disability rights advocate. A diving accident at age 17 left her a quadriplegic. Rather than succumbing to despair, she founded Joni and Friends International Disability Center and became one of the most recognized Christian voices on suffering and God's sovereignty.
Faith & Testimony
Joni is solidly Reformed in her theology, a close friend of John MacArthur and R.C. Sproul. She has spoken and written extensively about how God uses suffering for His glory. Her life is a living testimony to the sufficiency of Christ in the midst of profound physical limitation. She has also battled cancer multiple times with public, unwavering faith.
Sources
- Joni Eareckson Tada — Wikipedia
- Joni: An Unforgettable Story — Her autobiography, first published 1976
Videos
Full story of becoming quadriplegic and finding faith
Testimony on NickV Ministries about disability and faith
Message about deeper spiritual healing beyond physical healing
Interview with Kirk Cameron sharing her testimony
In-depth interview about hardship and Gods strength