Thank you, Chonda. My husband died 4 years ago at the age of 64. We have a Christian daughter and had a prodigal daughter who cohabited with her partner. They have 2 children. Praise the Lord, He saved her soul about half a year ago. Now she and her partner have broken up and my daughter + kids + the German Shepherd have moved in with me. Life now is a mixture of suffering and joy. Listening to you helped me to see context and have faith in the faithfulness of our loving Father. His grace is sufficient for me. May the joy of the Lord fill the hearts of you and all your listeners.
Our oldest son has cut us off and won't allow us to see our grandkids. It's heartbreaking but he wants us to stop being Christians. We must cling to Jesus and pray like crazy!
We're so sorry you're having trouble with your son @lorismith2484. Please know that we will be praying for you, asking the Lord to reveal Himself to your son and provide you and your family with His perfect peace. You may find this article helpful- bit.ly/3OzmVRU. -Luna H.
Ask if he'll meet with you and them at a public restaurant for an hour once a month and agree not to talk about anything Christian. This might help. I have seen similar help, sometimes. Prayers. M arr
If you haven’t yet watched her video titled “Laughing In the Dark”, I recommend it so highly. Our Griefshare group watched it and wept so hard together but it also helped us to better articulate the conflicting emotions we were all feeling.
Losing a husband through death is a lot better than finding out he is a psychopath and the entire marriage was a fraud and his agenda has long been trying to cause your death, doing "whatever it takes"
My son 31 passed away with ptsd from military served in Afghanistan. My 34 yr old daughter passed away 6yrs later anorexia and lupus and ileostomy. I took care of her while i also worked my oldest son didnt let me visir his daughter 20 years . My youngest son 35 is in drug rehab. I know ive made mistakes . I have broken heart . By myself . Alone . The only ones who cared have died. I try to keep the faith. Bless all those with broken hearts, Lord ...
If your child has cut you off, don't give up hope. I married a narcissistic sociopath who isolated me from my friends and family for 10 years. When I finally "woke up" and got away, I went right back to my family. I couldn't erase the pain those 10 years had caused, but I spent every weekend thereafter with my parents.
I pray for the day when my sons oldest child wakes up and comes back to him. (She’s 12 now and her mother has alienated her against him) It may be awhile…
@SunshineCatwoman Oh how I would love to ask you a couple of questions Maybe you have a calling to help others see your side? You could help sooo many people 💕
When my Mother passed away 15 years ago, I remember riding in the car to the cemetery with my husband and son. Both men were quiet and sad. Just then I remembered the day my Mother and I were sitting and sewing together, listening to one of Chonda’s performances. We laughed until our sides hurt. I remember one of her funny lines, “ We”re dropping like flies”. I told my guys that to help lighten the moment and still feel the Lord had blessed me with the utmost peace that entire day. I knew where my Mom was and I would see her again. I am thankful to hear someone say laughter gets them through tough times. It certainly does for me. Thank you Chonda and may God bless you like crazy.
30 years ago I organized a sleepover at my church for moms. Chonda's VHS was our entertainment. We wore our PJ'S and I remember making the poster with curlers I'd hot glued on to a funny face on the poster. She is so inspirational.
Without laughter it's impossible to remain sane in this life. I'm so glad I ran across this today. I watch over a parent in their late 90's, and the stress of caring for someone who only knows negativity and criticism is taking it's toll on me. Thanks for the blessing of laughter at the end of a difficult week.
Oh Chonda, loving to hear you again. I am a pastor's daughter who grew up in holiness church too and I so relate to all that you are saying. I was always scared the rapture would come and what I may be doing, etc.! I met you years ago at a women's conference. Always held you dear in my heart. God bless you. You're a strong woman!
I’m also a preacher’s daughter to man who battles manic depression and paranoia. I’m 45 years old and he’s completely cut me out of his life. He refuses meds or any sort of medical help. It’s been difficult, but The Lord is faithful and kind. ❤
Chonda,you are a healer!Waaayyy too many people are hurting and we don’t want to hear vulgarities that are supposed to be funny.Giving us laughter while giving your beautiful testimony which is so many of our testimonies just lifts us up and helps to bring healing to a hurting world!Thank you!
Reading all these comments makes me realize none of God's children have gone thru life without pain and loss. That's why the Bible says Jesus will wipe every tear from our eyes. Bless Jesus. He knew we'd need it.
" The best thing in the world that you can do for your family is the man that you are on Sunday - it must be the man that you ARE on Monday." Well said, Lady. Funny set 👍
😂❤ I am a blessed fortunate widow. But sometimes life, even living as I do with 2 sweet grandsons, and a good daughter and her husband, is difficult. I need to be reminded how incredibly blessed I am ! Thank you Jesus, Chonda and Focus on the Family.❤
I began life as a "preacher's kid". My upbringing was very similiar to this blessed daughter of God. As the preacher's daughter I was told "preacher's kids are the wildest kids in town." During my growing up years I learned many hard lessons through my choices. Line upon line, here a little, there a little; precept upon precept. Heavenly Father's timing is exquisite. He knows my heart. His desire is my desire. Returning to live in eternal glory with my family.
OH MY GOSH, I haven't seen her in years. She is the only preformer for lack a better word that I have ever went to. Saw her twice when she was in New Hope Minn. Best show ever. I'm so excited
Since my mom died unexpectedly last year, I have struggled with finding my own identity. I lived with my mom. We were very close. I have a few disabilities that had brought me back home from serving as a missionary when I was 27. I’m turning 40 this weekend. Spending most of my time alone, it has been very hard. I helped my mom a lot and always felt like my purpose was to be there for her. I no longer a daughter. Not loved as much as I used to be. It’s been hard to understand who I am now and God’s purpose in my life. Chonda is such a blessing and I always get the best laugh listening to her.❤
I am sorry for your loss. I understand how painful it was to lose Mom. When the people who love you most in the world dies, you feel the void immensely. Praying for you.
@@julievanderleest I wish someone offered a Christian penpal list. Not email but REAL, hold-it-in-your-hand paper letter. That way cards can be sent- a little gift... whatever- it's so much more personal!
I love listening to Chonda. I can definitely identify with many of her life events, including the death of my siblings in their mid-twenties and being widowed in '99, though I am remarried now. The only thing that we can surely count on when everything else goes wrong is God's love.
Chonda, I thank you for doing this show. I view your comedy and have over the years! Sharing your life and standing for the LORD is a blessing!🙏🏾ing😇✝️❤️
Chonda I love your ministry. I have listened to you for years. My dad was called to preach and did not answer the call until it was too late. The week he decided to answer the call, he was killed in a head on condition by a drunk driver. During his lifetime, he pioneered a genre of music that landed him in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
How cool! When I read this, I wondered which of the brothers. I have been a fan ask my life. I'm from Scottsboro, Alabama, not far from where they were from.
Same for me my only son he is a father to twins and he doesn't want anything to do with me. And he is a Christian it is going on 3 years with he not wanting anything to do with me😢😢😢. I 🙏 for him every day.
@@elliemathews6884 That is so true. Bible has mother against daughter, father against son. And so on the devil wants everyone to be against each other. That is only mission.
We are sorry you are going through that. If you’d like to talk with one of our counselors (at no cost to you), call 855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays between 6 A.M. and 8 P.M. (MT). Just give your number to the Family Help Center staff member who answers the phone. They will pass along your phone number to one of our caring Christian counselors. One of them will return your call just as soon as they’re able. - Beth A.
I had to leave my husband after 36 and 1/2 years he died on his own almost 3 years later aged 81. He was a narcissist. I spent all our marriage looking after he kept going into hospital yet when I got sick and had to go into hospital he didn’t like it. I felt I was flogging a dead horse. My kids were pleased when I left him and said I should have left him years ago yet I felt I had to stick to my marriage as I don’t believe in divorce. I didn’t divorce him when he died because I couldn’t afford it. Now I get his pension. I felt guilty at first. But God is good all the time despite the crippling pain I live with every day.
My husband died in 2002, I was a widow at 37. Never remarry, I'm good with that, even though some family still gives me flack. None.of their business! God bless and stay strong. 🎉🎉🎉
One of the most genuine, honest, painful, beautiful and joyful testimonials I have ever heard. I cried, I laughed and realized our journeys aren’t so different. Thank you!❤️
So true. Our earthly father is formative to our view of a Heavenly Father. And the more dysfunctional the man the harder, for some of us it is, to trust or even believe in a Heavenly Father. I thank the Lord that He came searching and redeemed this lost sheep.
This clip is excellent, probably the best of yours that I've heard. I've heard you before you lost David, and then after he passed. But this brings your story full circle back to God. I would love to sit and share stories with you over coffee!!!
I haven't heard her in so long! Thank you, Chondra, for making me laugh ❤ I get upset everytime I hear "I'm sorry you lost your husband " and my mind goes to the suffering he went through but maybe now I can think of losing him in Walmart 😅
I saw her life in FW with The Robinson's. I laughed so hard, I made the film cuts. They even used it for future crowd shots. I've watched every video she's ever made that I could find.
After losing my husband - the most unimaginable and horrible pain in all of life - clinging to comedy is the only thing that kept me from dying of a broken heart. The pain is still deep, unbearable at times, agonizing, and horrific... but comedy has been one thing that gets me through another dark day.
Dear, friend. We hope you'll rest in the assurance that Jesus Himself has promised never to forsake you. He can make your burden lighter - and we trust that He will. If you ever need a listening ear or prayer, please call our office from 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. (MT) Monday through Friday; the number is 1-800-A-FAMILY (232-6459). You are in our prayers.- Jocelyn C.
Laughter is the best medicine. I was recently diagnosed with a terminal disease, and it causing my to lose my vision also. Of course i slipped into a great dddpression, but lately I've been laughing at everything! Why should i make the time i have left in agony. I fall frequentky and as soon as irealize im not hutr bad, i just laugh and laught. Ive always been clumsy. Ive given it all the God. I cant imagine life without Him. I've been a Christian all my life and even went to private Christian school. Thank you so much!
Thank you for sharing your story with us. It would seem like in the mist of suffering that Jesus is filling you with JOY! Please know that we are praying for you. Blessings-Ella L.
Oh the sorrows… and soothing joys, praise God! Btw, I’m stealing that stud muffin line - don’t tell my husband, it won’t be as funny when it slips out😂
I lost my beloved 1 year ago. He is in heaven waiting on me. I still don’t know who I am without him. I have 3 wonderful sons and daughters in love and 3 lovely granddaughters and 2 blessed grandsons under 1 years old. I’m blessed beyond measure but still struggling with who I am without him after 40 years of marriage God has guided my steps but I still struggle with my own identity.
Thank you for sharing Kathy. We’re very sorry to hear about your recent loss and we want to put an arm around you during this difficult time. We’ll be praying that the Lord will make His invisible presence very real to you, and that He Himself will intervene in amazing ways to fill the empty places in your heart. Also, if you’d ever like to talk with one of our caring pastoral counselors, they’d be glad to speak with you. Just dial 1-800-A-FAMILY (1-800-232-6459) anytime between 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. (MT) Monday through Friday and ask to speak to a pastoral counselor. The Family Help Center staff member who answers the phone will arrange for a call-back just as soon as possible. There’s no cost for this - we just want to come alongside you in any way we can. God Bless- Ella L.
While Chonda was describing her father; it reminded of how if you are wanting to do what is right; evil will be pulling at you and constantly testing you- wanting a person to fail. I wondered why boys in the neighborhood tormented me - it was because I wanted to protect my son and stood up for my son: then I discovered my ex- who I didn't know didn't care about having God in his life and would complain about me to the neighbor men who like to complain about women. When you want to do what is right - evil in others will be constantly pulling on you wanting you to fail.
Thank you so much for sharing. One of our oldest daughters doesn't want anything to do with us either. After years of 3 divorces and 2 girls and walking with her thru that, she doesn't want any communications. Then my parents got moved from their home to my sisters' home and they died on 2 Christmas ago and I was not told. I don't even know where they are buried. No one had shared that with me and will not talk to me. It has been rough but I know,,,,, I know in my heart I will see them. I did talk to them a week before they died and told them I loved them and then they were gone because I tried to call them and there was no answer. The Lord is going to take this and work this out. I can't do it. But I do love all of them and pray for them. That is all I can do
We're sorry to hear you're having struggles with some of your family members @melissadougherty7662. We will be praying for you, asking the Lord to intervene and bring restoration. -Luna H.
My son married a Buddhist and has cut us off from his family as well. I just keep praying that God will reveal Himself but an terrified that something horrible will have to happen in order for this to take place.😞
I love Focus on the Family!! I listen to their programs on my local Christian radio station KHCB 105.7 in the great state of Texas! They have station branches across Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas Florida to New Mexico. They also have an online, streaming availability. KHCB - Keeping Him Close Bye. May our Lord Bless you and keep you. Amen ❤❤
Before my husband died, I had a coworker whose husband had died suddenly. He was very young and they had young children. I was so heartbroken for her. When she came back to work, not knowing what to say, I asked his she was doing. It made her angry and she lashed it at me. "How do you think I'm doing! I get so tired of hearing that!!" I was embarrassed and crushed. Obviously my feelings didn't matter, but I was truly grieving with her and for her. When my husband died suddenly a few years later, leaving me with our almost 3 year old son, I made sure I never lashed out at anyone who was sincerely staying their sympathy to me. I very much appreciated and still appreciate anyone caring for me like that. There is so much hatred and anger in this world. I certainly don't want to add to that. If someone is staying their sympathy to you, you are stabbing their heart with answers like that. I'm sure you probably don't care, but I feel sorry for those you encounter and flippant answer in that way. Whether you mean it or not, it sounds like you are being sarcastic with them. I hope I never run into you. 😮😊
@@candiweaver4590 Excuse me, but even though I don't really feel the need to explain myself, I'm going to anyway. I never lashed out at anyone who said it, I just got tired of hearing it because it was like opening up a wound that was almost healed. When it was "NEW" and I was trying to wrap my head around my life without my best friend, I would hate to hear it because it would cause me pain that I didn't want to deal with. Yes, I tend to be a little flippant, but we all deal with grief in our own way.(I pretty much deal with life in general with a flippant attitude.) I've decided after that, when someone passes away, that I would just offer a hug to the family. No words are absolutely necessary. They get the meaning of the hug. Sometimes not knowing what to say could just mean that nothing needs to be said. I'm not saying that you did anything wrong, I'm saying that at that moment, your feelings were the last thing I'm sure she was worried about. Some people struggle with grief more than others. I just know (from personal experience) that when someone looses a spouse, their feelings are VERY guarded and ANYTHING can cause them to snap about the smallest thing. You can still offer your condolences just don't be offended if it doesn't get the response you expect. I'm sorry for going on a rant, but sometimes I just feel the need to voice my feelings or people won't really understand me. You can't hear the tone and inflection in my voice and you sure can't hear it when I'm hurt about something online. I've heard that death isn't such a hard thing to go through. It's the people who are left behind to pick up the pieces and move on that it's the absolute hardest for.
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Thank you, Chonda. My husband died 4 years ago at the age of 64. We have a Christian daughter and had a prodigal daughter who cohabited with her partner. They have 2 children. Praise the Lord, He saved her soul about half a year ago. Now she and her partner have broken up and my daughter + kids + the German Shepherd have moved in with me. Life now is a mixture of suffering and joy. Listening to you helped me to see context and have faith in the faithfulness of our loving Father. His grace is sufficient for me. May the joy of the Lord fill the hearts of you and all your listeners.
Our oldest son has cut us off and won't allow us to see our grandkids. It's heartbreaking but he wants us to stop being Christians. We must cling to Jesus and pray like crazy!
We're so sorry you're having trouble with your son @lorismith2484. Please know that we will be praying for you, asking the Lord to reveal Himself to your son and provide you and your family with His perfect peace. You may find this article helpful- bit.ly/3OzmVRU.
-Luna H.
I get the same message from my DIL and grandchildren. I feel it's Satan working thru those we love.
So sorry to hear this 🙏🙏🙏
Ask if he'll meet with you and them at a public restaurant for an hour once a month and agree not to talk about anything Christian. This might help. I have seen similar help, sometimes. Prayers. M arr
I can relate. In September 2023 my ex son in laws new wife cut me off from my granddaughter. It is painful. I keep praying.
As a widow of one month this was medicine to my soul as I sit on my porch sipping tea and laughing.
If you haven’t yet watched her video titled “Laughing In the Dark”, I recommend it so highly. Our Griefshare group watched it and wept so hard together but it also helped us to better articulate the conflicting emotions we were all feeling.
You are doing great Grace. It took me 7 years to laugh.
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I lost my husband a year ago, but the Lord has given me piece and contentment.
Peace not piece. Lol
I needed this tonight---my husband died three days ago.
Chonda knows what it is to live through it.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Losing a husband through death is a lot better than finding out he is a psychopath and the entire marriage was a fraud and his agenda has long been trying to cause your death, doing "whatever it takes"
So sorry ❤️
@@thereturnoffrancesblogg thank you---day 5, tough.
My son 31 passed away with ptsd from military served in Afghanistan. My 34 yr old daughter passed away 6yrs later anorexia and lupus and ileostomy. I took care of her while i also worked my oldest son didnt let me visir his daughter 20 years . My youngest son 35 is in drug rehab. I know ive made mistakes . I have broken heart . By myself . Alone . The only ones who cared have died. I try to keep the faith. Bless all those with broken hearts, Lord ...
Praying the Lord give you peace in Jesus' name
Thank you for your story, it helps me!🌷
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Don't give up...please please remember the comforter is there with you..Get involved in a home bible group.
Keep praying 🙏 I will to. I'm sorry for loss.
If your child has cut you off, don't give up hope. I married a narcissistic sociopath who isolated me from my friends and family for 10 years. When I finally "woke up" and got away, I went right back to my family. I couldn't erase the pain those 10 years had caused, but I spent every weekend thereafter with my parents.
I pray for the day when my sons oldest child wakes up and comes back to him. (She’s 12 now and her mother has alienated her against him) It may be awhile…
@SunshineCatwoman
Oh how I would love to ask you a couple of questions
Maybe you have a calling to help others see your side?
You could help sooo many people 💕
When my Mother passed away 15 years ago, I remember riding in the car to the cemetery with my husband and son. Both men were quiet and sad. Just then I remembered the day my Mother and I were sitting and sewing together, listening to one of Chonda’s performances. We laughed until our sides hurt. I remember one of her funny lines, “ We”re dropping like flies”. I told my guys that to help lighten the moment and still feel the Lord had blessed me with the utmost peace that entire day. I knew where my Mom was and I would see her again. I am thankful to hear someone say laughter gets them through tough times. It certainly does for me. Thank you Chonda and may God bless you like crazy.
30 years ago I organized a sleepover at my church for moms. Chonda's VHS was our entertainment. We wore our PJ'S and I remember making the poster with curlers I'd hot glued on to a funny face on the poster.
She is so inspirational.
That's an awesome idea
I am a widow, loss my mom and younger sister. This is what I needed. Thank you Chonda and Focus on the family. What a beautiful soul!
Without laughter it's impossible to remain sane in this life. I'm so glad I ran across this today. I watch over a parent in their late 90's, and the stress of caring for someone who only knows negativity and criticism is taking it's toll on me. Thanks for the blessing of laughter at the end of a difficult week.
Just let them be right sometimes, find the humor in it, and maybe they will too
Oh Chonda, loving to hear you again. I am a pastor's daughter who grew up in holiness church too and I so relate to all that you are saying. I was always scared the rapture would come and what I may be doing, etc.! I met you years ago at a women's conference. Always held you dear in my heart. God bless you. You're a strong woman!
She is so REAL! ❤LOVE HER! 😊
I’m also a preacher’s daughter to man who battles manic depression and paranoia. I’m 45 years old and he’s completely cut me out of his life. He refuses meds or any sort of medical help. It’s been difficult, but The Lord is faithful and kind. ❤
Wow! She's hysterical but, what a msg. of substance!! Her msg. is powerful... 💪 Gbh... ❤❤❤
Amen laughter is medicine 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Proverbs🎉
She is wonderful with a strong testimony and great humor ❤😊
I am SO HAPPY I found this! I was trying to find Christian comedy.
Michael Jr. Is very funny
There's lots of it out there, keep looking,☺
Check out Bananas with Jeff Allen, Bone Hampton, Nazareth, Thor, many, many others. Dry Bar Comedy has clean comedy, but not all are Christians.
Chonda,you are a healer!Waaayyy too many people are hurting and we don’t want to hear vulgarities that are supposed to be funny.Giving us laughter while giving your beautiful testimony which is so many of our testimonies just lifts us up and helps to bring healing to a hurting world!Thank you!
Reading all these comments makes me realize none of God's children have gone thru life without pain and loss. That's why the Bible says Jesus will wipe every tear from our eyes. Bless Jesus. He knew we'd need it.
So true generations of pain
I hold dear to that promise!
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" The best thing in the world that you can do for your family is the man that you are on Sunday - it must be the man that you ARE on Monday." Well said, Lady. Funny set 👍
May the Lord continue to bless and keep you ❤
I LOVE how. Chondra says, "IN YOURSELF RIGHTEOUS, WE BEGIN TO TELL PEOPLE HOW GOD SUPPOSE TO HEAL THEM"
God's ways are not our ways.❤
😂❤ I am a blessed fortunate widow. But sometimes life, even living as I do with 2 sweet grandsons, and a good daughter and her husband, is difficult.
I need to be reminded how incredibly blessed I am !
Thank you Jesus, Chonda and Focus on the Family.❤
I began life as a "preacher's kid". My upbringing was very similiar to this blessed daughter of God. As the preacher's daughter I was told "preacher's kids are the wildest kids in town."
During my growing up years I learned many hard lessons through my choices.
Line upon line, here a little, there a little; precept upon precept.
Heavenly Father's timing is exquisite. He knows my heart. His desire is my desire.
Returning to live in eternal glory with my family.
OH MY GOSH, I haven't seen her in years. She is the only preformer for lack a better word that I have ever went to. Saw her twice when she was in New Hope Minn. Best show ever. I'm so excited
Since my mom died unexpectedly last year, I have struggled with finding my own identity. I lived with my mom. We were very close. I have a few disabilities that had brought me back home from serving as a missionary when I was 27. I’m turning 40 this weekend. Spending most of my time alone, it has been very hard. I helped my mom a lot and always felt like my purpose was to be there for her. I no longer a daughter. Not loved as much as I used to be. It’s been hard to understand who I am now and God’s purpose in my life. Chonda is such a blessing and I always get the best laugh listening to her.❤
I am sorry for your loss.
I understand how painful it was to lose Mom. When the people who love you most in the world dies, you feel the void immensely.
Praying for you.
@@carolmurray5799 thank you so much. That means a lot!❤️❤️
I care about you ❤
Praying for you in Jesus name 🙏
@@julievanderleest I wish someone offered a Christian penpal list. Not email but REAL, hold-it-in-your-hand paper letter. That way cards can be sent- a little gift... whatever- it's so much more personal!
I love listening to Chonda. I can definitely identify with many of her life events, including the death of my siblings in their mid-twenties and being widowed in '99, though I am remarried now. The only thing that we can surely count on when everything else goes wrong is God's love.
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So refreshing. What a funny way to share her painful yet beautiful testimony. Just what I need it to hear....
Chonda's.. delivery has changed over time. She's Still wonderful.✨
I am always impressed by how some people can bring a message of faith in this manner. Thank you for posting. Now, let's go be a blessing.
Chonda, you are loved. Hearing this brought SO many hurtful things to light and I'm still struggling to forgive and love. Thank you for being you! ❤
Chonda has made me laugh and cry within seconds for many, many years. Seen/met her in person and she is so genuine and kind. I love her!!
Chonda, you’ve blessed my life with laughter, when all I could see was dark clouds. Thank you. ❤
Chonda is truly one of the most hilariously funny comediennes I have ever enjoyed! Keep up the wonderful work. 🥰
With Him and because of Him we are enough!! ❤
Oh my goodness, I have heard short snippets of her before and loved her, but I love her so much more now.
God is so good.
I love you, Chonda. Thank you for being you.
I just love her good clean comedy. I've been listening to her since she started. Her Testimony is so heart piercing every time I hear it.❤
Chonda, I thank you for doing this show. I view your comedy and have over the years! Sharing your life and standing for the LORD is a blessing!🙏🏾ing😇✝️❤️
Chonda I love your ministry. I have listened to you for years. My dad was called to preach and did not answer the call until it was too late. The week he decided to answer the call, he was killed in a head on condition by a drunk driver. During his lifetime, he pioneered a genre of music that landed him in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Who was your father please. I’m a widow of 68 yrs old and a very devoted Christian. Ty
@@sheilahall Ira Louvin of the Louvin Brothers
How cool! When I read this, I wondered which of the brothers. I have been a fan ask my life. I'm from Scottsboro, Alabama, not far from where they were from.
So hard to find good clean humor out there! Thank you!!❤❤❤❤❤
Same for me my only son he is a father to twins and he doesn't want anything to do with me. And he is a Christian it is going on 3 years with he not wanting anything to do with me😢😢😢. I 🙏 for him every day.
You are not alone. This is happening all over the nation and it's happened to me as well.
@@elliemathews6884 That is so true. Bible has mother against daughter, father against son. And so on the devil wants everyone to be against each other. That is only mission.
We are sorry you are going through that. If you’d like to talk with one of our counselors (at no cost to you), call 855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays between 6 A.M. and 8 P.M. (MT). Just give your number to the Family Help Center staff member who answers the phone. They will pass along your phone number to one of our caring Christian counselors. One of them will return your call just as soon as they’re able.
- Beth A.
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@@focusonthefamilyI just made a snap shot of this with your phone number on it. I know people who need Christian counseling. Thank you
Thank you so much ! He will never leave you or forsake you ❤️
I had to leave my husband after 36 and 1/2 years he died on his own almost 3 years later aged 81. He was a narcissist. I spent all our marriage looking after he kept going into hospital yet when I got sick and had to go into hospital he didn’t like it. I felt I was flogging a dead horse. My kids were pleased when I left him and said I should have left him years ago yet I felt I had to stick to my marriage as I don’t believe in divorce. I didn’t divorce him when he died because I couldn’t afford it. Now I get his pension. I felt guilty at first. But God is good all the time despite the crippling pain I live with every day.
Lady, YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION to so many of us!!!
That was excellent. Her life needs more laughter. I also really appreciated her vulnerability.
Great set.
Amen God bless her for being raw and real
Laughter is the medicine of life. God is the funniest comedian I'll ever know.
I'm crying! My husband of 39 plus years died May 14th of this year. I had that same realization of who am I?. Thank you for sharing!
Loved every word. Thank you. I lost my Paul on 3/18/22. We were married for 68 yrs. Who am I. Beautifully put.
BEAUTIFUL & SO STRONG
HE HAS BROUGHT YOU SO FAR
HE WILL CONTINUE TO SUSTAIN YOU
UNTIL IT IS THE TIME TO RETURN TO THE FATHER
GOD BLESS
My husband died in 2002, I was a widow at 37. Never remarry, I'm good with that, even though some family still gives me flack. None.of their business! God bless and stay strong. 🎉🎉🎉
One of the most genuine, honest, painful, beautiful and joyful testimonials I have ever heard. I cried, I laughed and realized our journeys aren’t so different. Thank you!❤️
So true. Our earthly father is formative to our view of a Heavenly Father. And the more dysfunctional the man the harder, for some of us it is, to trust or even believe in a Heavenly Father.
I thank the Lord that He came searching and redeemed this lost sheep.
What a gift - laughter. And what a talent gave this woman.
This clip is excellent, probably the best of yours that I've heard. I've heard you before you lost David, and then after he passed. But this brings your story full circle back to God. I would love to sit and share stories with you over coffee!!!
God Bless her and her message. Made me feel good about myself .
Wow this is beautiful ❤️ thank you Lord Jesus
Thank you, Chonda, for continuing to share your story. Love you
You have so touched my heart today Chonda. Thank you. ❤
If you're on a dating sight with an oxygen tube across your face, you're either looking for a nurse or a purse! 😂
Judgmental a bit?
@@margaretmiller4718just being funny. No place on here for hand slapping.
I haven't heard her in so long! Thank you, Chondra, for making me laugh ❤ I get upset everytime I hear "I'm sorry you lost your husband " and my mind goes to the suffering he went through but maybe now I can think of losing him in Walmart 😅
Love her vulnerability
I so enjoy all of her comedy shows. She is amazing and definitely wonderfully made.
Your message is such a blessing!! Laughter is so therapeutic!
I saw her life in FW with The Robinson's. I laughed so hard, I made the film cuts. They even used it for future crowd shots. I've watched every video she's ever made that I could find.
After losing my husband - the most unimaginable and horrible pain in all of life - clinging to comedy is the only thing that kept me from dying of a broken heart. The pain is still deep, unbearable at times, agonizing, and horrific... but comedy has been one thing that gets me through another dark day.
Dear, friend. We hope you'll rest in the assurance that Jesus Himself has promised never to forsake you. He can make your burden lighter - and we trust that He will. If you ever need a listening ear or prayer, please call our office from 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. (MT) Monday through Friday; the number is 1-800-A-FAMILY (232-6459). You are in our prayers.- Jocelyn C.
It’s Jesus carrying you through 🙏🏻
Laughter is the best medicine. I was recently diagnosed with a terminal disease, and it causing my to lose my vision also. Of course i slipped into a great dddpression, but lately I've been laughing at everything! Why should i make the time i have left in agony. I fall frequentky and as soon as irealize im not hutr bad, i just laugh and laught. Ive always been clumsy.
Ive given it all the God. I cant imagine life without Him. I've been a Christian all my life and even went to private Christian school. Thank you so much!
Thank you for sharing your story with us. It would seem like in the mist of suffering that Jesus is filling you with JOY! Please know that we are praying for you. Blessings-Ella L.
Oh the sorrows… and soothing joys, praise God! Btw, I’m stealing that stud muffin line - don’t tell my husband, it won’t be as funny when it slips out😂
Thank you for your ministry. Great program!
I lost my beloved 1 year ago. He is in heaven waiting on me. I still don’t know who I am without him. I have 3 wonderful sons and daughters in love and 3 lovely granddaughters and 2 blessed grandsons under 1 years old. I’m blessed beyond measure but still struggling with who I am without him after 40 years of marriage God has guided my steps but I still struggle with my own identity.
I needed to hear this. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing Kathy. We’re very sorry to hear about your recent loss and we want to put an arm around you during this difficult time. We’ll be praying that the Lord will make His invisible presence very real to you, and that He Himself will intervene in amazing ways to fill the empty places in your heart.
Also, if you’d ever like to talk with one of our caring pastoral counselors, they’d be glad to speak with you. Just dial 1-800-A-FAMILY (1-800-232-6459) anytime between 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. (MT) Monday through Friday and ask to speak to a pastoral counselor. The Family Help Center staff member who answers the phone will arrange for a call-back just as soon as possible. There’s no cost for this - we just want to come alongside you in any way we can. God Bless- Ella L.
Wow, I listen to you almost every morning on 88.5 in Lincoln Ne. First time I have seen you Jim and put a face to the voice
It just shows that people will let you down but God never will.
Amen!
What a wonderful Sunday Morning Message.
The title Piqued My Interest.
Sometimes, You NEED to Laugh to keep from Crying. AMEN
That ending says it all. ❤❤❤
Amen! God's ways are not our ways.
I’m so glad I watched this
Amen! Thank you Shawnda!
Bravo Chonda!! She is awesome.
Love Chonda!
Wow!!! Powerful. May God bless her as she blesses others❤️
Thank you Chonda! What an encouraging word you shared. God Bless You! 🙏
Thank you. So much.
😂 This is hilarious. She is awesome ❤
Thank you so much! I appreciate this so much
While Chonda was describing her father; it reminded of how if you are wanting to do what is right; evil will be pulling at you and constantly testing you- wanting a person to fail. I wondered why boys in the neighborhood tormented me - it was because I wanted to protect my son and stood up for my son: then I discovered my ex- who I didn't know didn't care about having God in his life and would complain about me to the neighbor men who like to complain about women. When you want to do what is right - evil in others will be constantly pulling on you wanting you to fail.
Thank you so much for sharing. One of our oldest daughters doesn't want anything to do with us either. After years of 3 divorces and 2 girls and walking with her thru that, she doesn't want any communications. Then my parents got moved from their home to my sisters' home and they died on 2 Christmas ago and I was not told. I don't even know where they are buried. No one had shared that with me and will not talk to me. It has been rough but I know,,,,, I know in my heart I will see them. I did talk to them a week before they died and told them I loved them and then they were gone because I tried to call them and there was no answer. The Lord is going to take this and work this out. I can't do it. But I do love all of them and pray for them. That is all I can do
We're sorry to hear you're having struggles with some of your family members @melissadougherty7662. We will be praying for you, asking the Lord to intervene and bring restoration.
-Luna H.
Loved that sweet sister!! I appreciate what you shared. That's some huge losses you shared and my heart goes out to you. Thank you and hugs to you
My son married a Buddhist and has cut us off from his family as well. I just keep praying that God will reveal Himself but an terrified that something horrible will have to happen in order for this to take place.😞
Wow did Chanda nail my life. Praise God for he is good.
What a great lady.
Just heard her on a chicago radio station today
I love Focus on the Family!! I listen to their programs on my local Christian radio station KHCB 105.7 in the great state of Texas! They have station branches across Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas Florida to New Mexico. They also have an online, streaming availability. KHCB - Keeping Him Close Bye.
May our Lord Bless you and keep you. Amen ❤❤
Chondra....ty for your humor my dear. You always give me laffs. Definitely a little gift from Jesus 😊
Yes ma'am... I still cannot fathom God's love bc... well it's what I saw growing up.
Awesome! Love her. ❤
Thank you this is wonderful
Awesome!! Praise The Lord!! I am definitely a fan now!!❤❤🙌🙌
I’m a widow of 23 years. People STILL say that they’re sorry for my loss. I’ve gotten to the point where I say, “Why be sorry, you didn’t kill him.”
Before my husband died, I had a coworker whose husband had died suddenly. He was very young and they had young children. I was so heartbroken for her. When she came back to work, not knowing what to say, I asked his she was doing. It made her angry and she lashed it at me. "How do you think I'm doing! I get so tired of hearing that!!" I was embarrassed and crushed. Obviously my feelings didn't matter, but I was truly grieving with her and for her. When my husband died suddenly a few years later, leaving me with our almost 3 year old son, I made sure I never lashed out at anyone who was sincerely staying their sympathy to me. I very much appreciated and still appreciate anyone caring for me like that. There is so much hatred and anger in this world. I certainly don't want to add to that. If someone is staying their sympathy to you, you are stabbing their heart with answers like that. I'm sure you probably don't care, but I feel sorry for those you encounter and flippant answer in that way. Whether you mean it or not, it sounds like you are being sarcastic with them. I hope I never run into you. 😮😊
@@candiweaver4590 Excuse me, but even though I don't really feel the need to explain myself, I'm going to anyway. I never lashed out at anyone who said it, I just got tired of hearing it because it was like opening up a wound that was almost healed. When it was "NEW" and I was trying to wrap my head around my life without my best friend, I would hate to hear it because it would cause me pain that I didn't want to deal with. Yes, I tend to be a little flippant, but we all deal with grief in our own way.(I pretty much deal with life in general with a flippant attitude.) I've decided after that, when someone passes away, that I would just offer a hug to the family. No words are absolutely necessary. They get the meaning of the hug. Sometimes not knowing what to say could just mean that nothing needs to be said. I'm not saying that you did anything wrong, I'm saying that at that moment, your feelings were the last thing I'm sure she was worried about. Some people struggle with grief more than others. I just know (from personal experience) that when someone looses a spouse, their feelings are VERY guarded and ANYTHING can cause them to snap about the smallest thing. You can still offer your condolences just don't be offended if it doesn't get the response you expect. I'm sorry for going on a rant, but sometimes I just feel the need to voice my feelings or people won't really understand me. You can't hear the tone and inflection in my voice and you sure can't hear it when I'm hurt about something online. I've heard that death isn't such a hard thing to go through. It's the people who are left behind to pick up the pieces and move on that it's the absolute hardest for.
Chevy + Honda = Chonda you made me laugh
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