Hope for Autism Parents: A Miracle Story

What do you do when nothing seems to be working?

When their son began experiencing severe autism symptoms, Josh and Shelly Hankins were out of answers. As autism parents, they found themselves navigating overwhelming behaviors, unanswered questions, and a season that felt impossible to understand.

In this episode of Witness the Wonder, they share the reality of what they walked through, what they discovered along the way, and the moment everything began to shift.

Their story is a powerful reminder that even in the hardest seasons, God is always at work, often in ways we don’t see until our prayers are answered.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The hidden struggle their son was carrying
• What Josh discovered at https://NIDS.net that changed how he saw autism
• The prayer that became a turning point
• Why God can feel silent in the hardest moments
• The moment God spoke three words that stopped Josh in his tracks

About the Guests

Josh and Shelly Hankins are the hosts of the God’s Goodness Podcast, where they share real stories of faith and how God is at work in everyday life.

Listen here: God’s Goodness Podcast

About the Show

Witness the Wonder, hosted by Christina Smith, shares real stories of how God is at work in everyday lives, helping people recognize His presence in their own story.

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