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Rising Above with Becky Davidson

Rising Above Ministries
Special Needs Parenting
Faith
Parenting
Community Support
Rising Above Ministries
Autism
Mental Health
Special Needs Families
By the Brook
Disability
Christmas
Special Needs Dads
Caregiving
Adoption
Cohen Syndrome
Special Needs
Advocacy
Disabilities
Jesus
God

Rising Above with Becky Davidson is a place of encouragement, honesty, and hope for families navigating the unique joys and challenges of life with disability. Each episode offers heartfelt conversations, practical wisdom, and faith-filled insights to help you know you’re not alone on the journey. Becky shares stories from her own life as well as uplifting perspectives from guests who understand t... more

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Recent Guests

Toby Holt
19-year-old senior from Ohio with spina bifida, service dog handler
Self (Student)
Episode: In His Own Words - Toby Holt
Leslie Hara
From Cookeville, Tennessee; child with brain injury at birth (HIE)
Episode: From Isolation to Connection: The Power of Community Groups
Polly Stokes
Mom of Hazel, one-year-old with multiple disabilities
Episode: From Isolation to Connection: The Power of Community Groups
Hayden Hensley
18-year-old disability advocate, author, and ministry founder
Listen to This (with mom), HP and the VIPs (author), In His Name (prayer ministry)
Episode: Hayden Hensley- In His Own Words
Johnna Hensley
Hayden's mother, co-host of Listen to This, author
Listen to This (co-host), HP and the VIPs (co-author)
Episode: Hayden Hensley- In His Own Words
Kelsey Hawkins
Brand-new team member, focused on communications and aesthetics for Rising Above
Rising Above Ministries
Episode: A New Face At Rising Above + Exclusive look at By The Brook
Mandy Rawls
Mom to Madison, who has spina bifida
Guest on Conversations with Catherine
Episode: Conversations with Catherine- Special Guest, Mandy Rawls
Tracey Martin
Mother of quads, breast cancer survivor, long-time friend of the host
Independent (Tracey Martin)
Episode: God is Good...We Promise (with Tracey Martin)
Vivian Cate
Retired nurse, caregiver, community group leader
Rising Above Ministries
Episode: God is Good...We Promise (with Vivian Cate)

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Becky Davidson
Host of Rising Above Ministries, sharing uplifting perspectives and practical wisdom for families navigating disability.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Becky and her team work so hard to provide meaningful, yet real perspectives of life as a special needs parent. Need encouragement? Check. Need spiritual guidance? Check. Need to be seen and validated? Check. This podcast has guided me through some tough times and has given me perspective on my journey that only God could orchestrate through all the guests and this wonderful ministry!

    Audible
    5
    Autumn Ayer
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing!

    So thankful to have found this podcast. It truly has helped me label some things I struggled with and is helping me overcome everyday life with my two special needs children.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tiners2014
    United States2 years ago
  • Grateful

    Encouraged, validated, seen, Christ-centered, community…grateful to have found this ministry in 2022.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TZ711
    United States3 years ago
  • Steph Hubach was a great guest!

    I loved how she focused on the image-bearing of all people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    audrasena
    United States3 years ago
  • We’re NOT Alone

    I have a 31 year old son with multiple disabilities. I was a single dad raising him when I met my current wife and she embraced him like he was her own. I wish this organization was around when he was younger. Amazing stories and testimonies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quads guy
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the show's honest, faith-driven encouragement for families living with disability.
Audiences appreciate the sense of community and relatable guest stories.
Many note the ministry-focused perspective as a source of hope and practical guidance.

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#56
Finland/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts
#176
Finland/Kids & Family

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Melanie Gomez: Stealing Back Joy
Q: What role does community play in maintaining joy?
Community helps keep us accountable and provides truth-tellers who remind us of God's faithfulness, preventing isolation that can steal joy.
Melanie Gomez: Stealing Back Joy
Q: What practical habit helps Melanie maintain joy?
Journaling prayers and God's answers, then reviewing them to remember His faithfulness provides a steady source of joy.
Melanie Gomez: Stealing Back Joy
Q: How do you stay joyful when circumstances are tough?
Joy comes from the Lord and His truth, not from perfect situations; practical steps like remembering past faithfulness, journaling, and choosing gratitude help maintain joy.
Embracing Challenges: The Muzichuk Family's Inspiring Path
Q: What was Diagnosis Day like, and how did each of you respond to the official diagnosis?
Both describe the initial shock and grief, followed by a faith-driven response that acknowledged pain while trusting in God's plan and seeking practical guidance and support.
Embracing Challenges: The Muzichuk Family's Inspiring Path
Q: Tell us a little bit about your family, your life, where you live, and what a day-to-day looks like for you.
Becky introduces the family and they describe living in Jacksonville, Florida with four children and dual ministry roles, highlighting Nathan's autism, schooling, time at the beach, and family dynamics.

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A compassionate, faith-forward show that centers families navigating disability with honesty, practical wisdom, and community. Episodes spotlight parenting kids with diverse needs, faith-inspired resilience, and practical support—from managing caregiving overwhelm to advocacy and ministry within disability communities. A notable strength is featuring diverse guest voices—from parents and caregivers to clergy—all sharing personal journeys, actionable tips, and encouragement for cultivating hope and joy in everyday life. The format tends to blend personal storytelling with faith-based guidance, making it particularly helpful for listeners seeking support, community, and spiritual perspective.

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Rising Above launched 7 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Rising Above include:

1. Toby Holt
2. Leslie Hara
3. Polly Stokes
4. Hayden Hensley
5. Johnna Hensley
6. Kelsey Hawkins
7. Mandy Rawls
8. Tracey Martin

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