A Sanctity of Life Special Hosted by Brad Mattes
We often presume that “Sanctity of Life” Sunday is to underscore the pro-life message on behalf of the unborn. However, for many, grappling with life is also a later-in-life concern.
Those who face chronic pain also face the temptation to end that suffering by ending life. In an insightful and encouraging dialog, host Brad Mattes is joined by Joni Eareckson Tada, Vaneetha Rendall Risner and Barbara Coleman who each have an extraordinary story of persevering through suffering. In fact, their message is that despite enduring persistent pain, it is possible to live with faith in Christ and joy in the heart.
Listeners will be heartened at the reminder that choosing life can be a lifetime commitment. Hear from three who chose to stay the course of God’s plan rather than opt for assisted suicide or euthanasia. Their confidence that God has purpose in pain and an amazing design for their life is a message of hope for us all.
Program Specs
Title
Purpose Beyond Pain: God’s Design for Life
Speaker
Brad Mattes
Heard Daily on Life Issues
Format
24:55 Radio Special
Air Date
Sanctity of Life Sunday
January 19, 2025*
*May be used throughout the month
Contact
Lee Ann Jackson
949-681-7644
Listen to the Promo
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About Brad Mattes
A veteran of the pro-life cause . . .
With over 40 years of significant contribution and recognition in the pro-life movement, Brad Mattes is widely known in the United States and worldwide for his passion for the preborn.
He is the commentator for the daily Life Issues program, heard on over 1,300 radio outlets nationwide and is the co-founder and president of Life Issues Institute.
As president of the organization, Brad is responsible for the global objective of Life Issues Institute: to develop and disseminate effective pro-life education.
About the Guest Speakers
Joni Eareckson Tada was paralyzed at 17 after a diving accident and is founder and CEO of Joni and Friends, an organization that provides Christian outreach in the disability community both in the USA and globally. She is the author of numerous bestselling books and her voice is heard on two daily radio features. Joni and her husband, Ken, reside in Calabasas, CA. For more information, visit www.joniandfriends.org.
Vaneetha Rendall Risner heart theme is about finding hope in suffering. Her memoir, Walking Through Fire, and devotional The Scars That Have Shaped Me encourage readers to turn to Christ in their pain. Her story includes childhood bullying, losing an infant son, living with a painful and debilitating physical condition and going through an unwanted divorce. Vaneetha and her husband, Joel, live in Raleigh where she is obsessed with London Fog lattes, dark chocolate, and colorful office supplies.
Barbara Coleman married her Young Life leader when she was 18 years old. Together she and Mike have been in ministry for over 50 years. During that time, she led Bible Studies, spoke at Women’s Retreats, and opened her home to hundreds of folks, feeding most of them. She was blessed with and cared for her home, one Mom, three sons, four dogs, nine gardens, and ten grandchildren. Barbara and Mike feel very blessed and are now living happily in Florida, near family.
Every life is sacred. God has a purpose for every life regardless of circumstances.
— Brad Mattes
Contact Lee Ann Jackson for more information regarding the special.
lee@ambaa.com | 949-681-7644
