Stepping Out in Faith to Serve

When Becky Ellis first served at a Joni and Friends Family Retreat in 1999, she discovered God’s call on her life. Every summer Becky returned to Family Retreat to serve. Now a Regional Operations Director for Joni and Friends, Becky wants to inspire the next generation to love, serve, and advocate for people with disabilities. She joins the podcast to talk about bringing the love of Christ to individuals and families living with disability—and how getting involved as a volunteer can transform your life!You can follow God’s call to serve people living with disability:Apply to volunteer with Joni and FriendsExplore job opportunities at Joni and Friends KEY QUESTIONS:Where is God calling you to step out of your comfort zone to serve him and others?What barriers prevent you from stepping out in faith to serve? KEY SCRIPTURE: “Go out quickly in the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame…. Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.” Luke 14:21, 23 (NIV)<br /> ---- Find more encouragement on Joni Eareckson Tada's Sharing Hope podcast  and daily devotional.<br />Follow Joni and Friends on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Your support  makes this podcast possible!Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Founded by Joni Eareckson Tada, we provide Christ-centered care through  Joni's House, Wheels for the World, and Retreats and Getaways, and offer disability ministry training.