In this episode of Hope for the Caregiver, I reflect on our 118-day (and counting) hospital journey as Gracie prepares for her 98th surgery. From surgical setbacks to worn-out mattresses, it’s been a long road—but not without unexpected laughter, grace, and even a surprising riff from Gracie that would’ve made James Brown smile.

We dig into the importance of vigilance—not just physical, but spiritual and emotional. I share thoughts on situational awareness, the loss of basic decorum in our culture, and what it means to see and respond to the pain in others. Whether it's the young man who doesn't know how to hold a door or the weary soul behind the mop, we're called to be ready—to serve, to comfort, and to live alert to the needs around us.

If you're a caregiver, or just someone trying to walk through this world without getting swallowed by it, this one's for you.

fter more than 110 days in the hospital and Gracie approaching her 98th surgery, this episode explores what real faith looks like in the trenches of caregiving. I share two jaw-dropping moments with Gracie—responses to a psychiatrist that left us all speechless—and unpack what it means to trust “El Roi,” the God who sees, even when our view is blocked by suffering, hospital walls, or exhaustion.

We talk about the daily grind of hospital life, how caregivers can practice faithful stewardship of their minds and bodies, and yes—how even pancakes can test your resolve. I also share how Scripture, hymns, and daily devotional habits have carried me through this long stretch.

If you’ve ever wondered how to find hope when the days blur together, or what caregiving looks like with 98 surgeries behind you, this is the one to hear. Faith in suffering, joy in hardship, and the daily resolve to keep walking—these aren’t theories. This is the day the Lord has made—even here.

Includes reflections on:
• Christian caregiving
• Psalm 118 & the Hallel Psalms
• Hospital survival strategies
• Marriage and disability
• Devotional insights for caregivers
• Singing hymns through suffering
• The joy of the Lord in hardship

As America reflected on Trump's first 100 days, Peter Rosenberger reflects on 100 straight days in the hospital with his wife Gracie—her 95th surgery behind them, and hard lessons ahead. With hospital humor and deep spiritual insight, he unpacks what it means to endure, produce, and even minister while suffering. From “code blues” to a “Code Grace,” this episode offers raw hope from the front lines of caregiving.

When Easter feels hollow, hospitals replace hymns, and loneliness crowds the heart — what anchors a caregiver’s soul? Peter Rosenberger, four-decade caregiver and radio host, takes listeners inside a brutal Holy Week spent between airports and operating rooms.
Through Scripture, song, and hard-won wisdom, Peter challenges the sugar-coated faith peddled by today's culture, and calls believers back to the rugged, soul-saving hope of Christ’s resurrection.
This isn’t sentiment. This is survival — anchored in the living Word, forged through suffering, and sung even when the wound is still open.

What do our final words say about the condition of our hearts? In this Easter episode of Hope for the Caregiver, I explore the last recorded words of public figures, saints, and martyrs—from David Cassidy to Dietrich Bonhoeffer—and what they reveal about fear, faith, and eternity.

I also share personal moments from the hospital during Gracie’s 94th surgery—where suffering, humor, and holy ground often meet. From elevator conversations to bedside worship, this is a reflection on what it means to be present, to see people as they are, and to live anchored in the redemptive power of Christ.

We talk about the weight of Easter, the legacy of words, and how a caregiver’s perspective can sharpen our focus on what truly matters. In a world full of noise, maybe the most powerful thing we can do is speak hope, listen carefully, and live in such a way that our words echo something eternal.

Caregiver fatigue is real—and it’s more than just exhaustion. In this episode, Peter Rosenberger shares powerful insights from 40+ years as a caregiver, including how to handle sleep deprivation, reduce stress, and pursue intentional rest—even from a hospital room. Learn practical tips (like how a $20 box fan helps), spiritual encouragement, and why one physical therapist prescribed something unexpected: sing three times a day.

In this powerful episode of Hope for the Caregiver, Peter Rosenberger shares hard-won insights from the trenches of nearly four decades as a caregiver—currently speaking from the hospital room where his wife Gracie just underwent her 92nd surgery. With humor, grit, and deep theological reflection, Peter walks listeners through what it means to endure—and even thrive—through suffering.

From singing hymns “around midnight” like Paul and Silas, to holding the hand of a broken CNA just hours after surgery, this episode brings raw honesty and gospel truth to the forefront. Peter unpacks how the presence of God—not explanations—anchors caregivers through the storms of affliction. He also offers updates on Gracie’s extraordinary journey, his new Substack reflections, and a preview of his upcoming book, A Caregiver’s Companion: Daily Inspiration for Life’s Toughest Role.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Do we trust Him or not?”—this episode is for you.