The Weight Of The Badge

In today's episode, Brad encourages us to find our hope in God's Word, as cited by Max Lucado in "The Word For You Today", January 4, 2026. He's excited for all God has for Hope For Heroes and each of us in this new year. 

Brad's guest today is Elizabeth Kingsley, from Dignity Memorial. In her words, "Planning ahead for passing is so very important and when a plan is in place it relieves their loved ones of the emotional and financial burden."  Their free Compassion Helpline is 1-866-649-9641, and can be used by anyone. You can also email Elizabeth at elizabeth.kingsley@dignitymemorial. 

In our final episode with Rex Hausmann, you will be encouraged in seeing how God can use even a tragedy, such as our guest experienced, to bring even greater direction and focus to our lives. Please check out Episodes 1 & 2 to hear the full story.

Today in Episode two, join Brad and his returning guest Rex Hausmann,  as his amazing story continues.  How Rex is able to forgive someone who attempted to bring him great harm.

In the first episode of  this special addition, Brad's guest Rex Hausmann, shares the amazing story of God preserving his life in a very tragic  event that unfolded out of nowhere. Truly a story of hope!

Taya Kyle, despite tragically losing her husband Chris Kyle a former Navy Seal, has written a delightful children's book for all ages. In this episode Taya tells her story of writing "Bailey The Grateful Bear".

The tragic  loss of APD officer Jorge Pastore has resulted in a foundation that will be a huge support to police officers, first responders, and their families in the coming days and years. His wife Kim has decided "to make his sacrifice worth something", having clear cut goals for the foundation; including funding an extensive training facility, physical and mental wellness programs, and gathering support from businesses through community engagement. You don't want to miss this podcast!

Chief of Police, Steve Perez has been helping people live safer lives since he took office two years ago. Our goal at Hope for Heroes is to encourage officers and their families.  A new initiative we are working on is to assist funding their daycare needs.  

Welcome back to Hope for Heroes, where Brad speaks with Isaiah Gault. This conversation is sobering and paints a painfully real picture of what our first responders endure every day. Isaiah is very candid about how being  a police officer effects his life and those of his family.