Gospel-Centered Pro-Life Podcast

One of the most common issues our sidewalk outreach teams raise is that their teams are too small. In this episode, we discuss the story of Gideon going to battle the Midianites and how God purposely used a small army rather than a much larger one. The ideas from this passage will encourage us as we go to the battlefront for abortion with less-than-ideal team size. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In this episode, we summarize key points of the abortion bill passed in North Carolina that restricts abortions after 12 weeks. We also identify critical takeaways for sidewalk outreach teams. While this is specific to NC, the principles we discuss are widely applicable and can help those in similar ministries in other states grapple with the issue of abortion bills that restrict but may not abolish abortion. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In this episode, Daniel and Vicky explore the issue of the pro-abortion crowd using increasingly confrontational tactics to oppose sidewalk outreach teams. As sidewalk teams become more effective, inevitably the opposition will ramp up their efforts to hinder our work. Listen as we discuss how to navigate these challenges while still keeping our focus on the mission. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In this episode, Daniel and Vicky discuss Love Life's mission of uniting and mobilizing the church to bring an end to the abortion and orphan crisis through House of Refuge churches. These churches are trained and equipped by Love Life in key areas. Learn how your church can be a House of Refuge. www.lovelife.org/refuge

In this episode, we field questions that sidewalk outreach team members sent us recently. The questions are common issues that plague sidewalk outreach efforts. Daniel and Vicky sort through solutions to help in each area of concern. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

One of the fastest and most common ways Satan attacks a ministry is through sowing disunity in the members. This episode examines the very common and insidious danger of disunity. Unity is often destroyed in a common progression, beginning with offense that festers and grows. In this episode, we also offer ways in which you can recognize the seeds of disunity and eradicate them. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In just 3 days, a Love Life partnering pastor, Jay Stewart, will begin a bicycle ride across the nation. Life Ride, a journey of 3400 miles, will bring awareness to the abortion and orphan crisis in our country. We also hope to raise funds and House of Refuge Churches to train, equip, and mobilize in the areas crucial to helping abortion-minded families choose life. In this podcast, we discuss the vision, goals, and framework of Life Ride and specific ways you can be involved. https://liferideusa.com/

One of the more challenging issues to deal with in expanding sidewalk outreach is commitment from new volunteers. We are always honored and grateful for the trustworthy and faithful volunteers who have often soldiered with us for years. However, many folks sign up with zeal and excitement but quickly fizzle out. This podcast helps to guide us in recognizing the reality of this issue but also suggests ways in which to combat lack of commitment. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

One of the most encouraging stories from the sidewalk happened recently. A mom who chose life shared with us the turning point in her life. Her answer will astonish and reenergize sidewalk outreach teams, reminding us of why we do what we do! In this episode, we also give 8 sidewalk tips gleaned from this story to further equip sidewalk teams. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

Stephanie Reinhart, who is the Director of Restored Life, the abortion recovery arm of Love Life, speaks with us about the different ways abortion affects men. There are very few studies that explore the effect of abortion on men. Stephanie helps bring to light some of the common effects on men involved in the abortion of their child. She also helps us understand strategies for Sidewalk outreach teams as they minister to both the women and the men coming to Abortion centers. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

The primary goal of Sidewalk Outreach is to bring glory to the Lord. Of course, we also want to know we're making a difference so it's helpful and encouraging to quantify the impact our work is having. Different sidewalk outreach teams and ministries often differ in how they count babies saved from abortion. In this episode, we give some practical things to consider as you think through how to most accurately count choices for life in your city. No matter how a team determines the number of saved babies, the ultimate goal is always to bring glory to God, and that must be kept uppermost in our minds. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

We always try to match the women who choose life with a mentor who will disciple them, link them with resources, and be a friend and guide to them. On rare occasions, our sidewalk outreach team members have played that role as well. In this podcast, we interview sidewalk outreach team member, Debbie Hobson, who mentored a young lady very successfully. We glean wisdom in how to effectively do what Debbie was able to do not only in sidewalk outreach but in mentoring as well. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

We need to maintain a laser beam focus on our purpose for ministry on the sidewalks of abortion centers. This is not always easy and there are many distractions that can pull us away from what we are there to do or render us ineffective. The main culprit of distraction is our cell phones, but there are many sources of potential distraction. In this episode, we examine those potential distractions and offer encouragement to avoid them!

Sidewalk outreach ministry is often fraught with discouragement. We should not add discouragement by falling into the comparison trap. When we compare ourselves with other sidewalk teams, we can either fall so short that we feel disheartened or grow jealous of their effectiveness. Neither is helpful! This podcast examines how we can avoid the comparison trap and reframe what we are experiencing into encouragement and inspiration to improve. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/ Jon Acuff's “Kick Comparison to the Curb” https://app.rightnowmedia.org/en/player/video/729786?session=732135

This is one of the most common questions sidewalk outreach teams hear as they counsel women to choose life over abortion. It is important not to dismiss the question, since at its core, it expresses a genuine underlying fear. However, it is equally important not to let that fear justify the murder of innocent reborn babies. This podcast gives practical tips on how to answer that common rationalization to abort. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

The women we work with are typically in very desperate situations. They often have multiple needs and it is overwhelming for those helping them to prioritize the needs based on limited ministry resources. Even harder sometimes is assessing when a professed need is actually a want, not a necessity. This podcast provides strategies to help sidewalk outreach teams handle this issue from a Biblical perspective. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

Getting and keeping sidewalk outreach volunteers is a continual issue. Sidewalk outreach is a very difficult ministry. At one point or another, most sidewalk volunteers ask themselves, “Is all this effort and struggle worth it?” In this episode, we answer that question with a resounding YES and Biblical support for our assurance. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

Often, the women who come to abort tell us they are Christians and have submitted their lives to Jesus. Many believe they are going to heaven, and insist that they are good. In this episode, we talk about the need to challenge that deception and we give specific advice on how to do just that. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/ https://livingwaters.com/store/training-course/school-of-biblical-evangelism-textbook/

Many of the women we minister to who have chosen life and even submitted their lives to Jesus are blindsided when struggles continue or even accelerate. They question God and wonder why they are being punished or abandoned when they have made ALL the right choices. In this podcast, we outline how to help these women reframe their perceptions and conclusions in a God-honoring and empowering way. https://sidewalks4life.com/

In the book of Genesis, there are several first questions that God asks, Humans ask, and Satan asks. Exploring those questions and the core issues those questions raise can be very useful in helping us navigate the struggles and solutions from a Biblical perspective that we encounter in sidewalk outreach. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

Sometimes, the women we meet at the abortion center are seeking an abortion because they do not know who the father of the baby is. In this podcast, we offer suggestions on handling this situation and some pitfalls to avoid in counseling a choice for life. https://sidewalks4life.com/

While our primary ministry in sidewalk outreach is to abortion-minded moms, we also do encourage abortion workers to leave the industry. This podcast relates the encouraging story of a worker who left after hearing us speak truth from the sidewalk for months. This is an inspiring reminder to persevere knowing that God’s word never returns void. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

Women seek abortions for all kinds of reasons. Recently we've seen a trend in miscarriages and women coming to have abortions for fear that they are miscarrying. In this episode, we share some insights on ministering to these families. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

It's amazing that God lets us be a part of what He is doing. In this episode, we look back at what God did through the ministry of Love Life in 2022.

One of the most challenging issues sidewalk counselors face is finding peace and strength to know what they can and cannot change as they minister. When we focus on what we cannot change, we become discouraged. Through the Serenity prayer and Scripture, we talk about how to find peace and courage in ministering no matter what we face. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In this episode, we give general guidelines for helping friends of abortion-determined women to counsel a choice for life effectively. Many times, a friend is trusted by the mom and desires to help the mom choose life but is uncertain of how to do so. We offer effective strategies using a true case study to help sidewalk outreach teams know what to say to help friends of these moms speak for life. These strategies are also useful to our sidewalk teams in calling out to friends of moms waiting in their cars. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

With the overturning of Roe V Wade, many lives have been saved. However, the abortion industry has shifted to distributing abortion pills by mail. These deadly pills can even be sent to states that have made abortion illegal. In this episode, we share some insights on reaching those tempted to receive the abortion pill by mail. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

What makes some women consider abortion as an option? Of course, there is a myriad of reasons women seek out abortions but in this episode, we look at the top 10 reasons women who we have ministered to have told us brought them to the abortion center. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In our ministry on the sidewalk, we deal with a lot of rejection. The story of the prophet Ezekiel is a powerful encouragement to us in this difficult ministry. In this episode, we offer some insights and encouragement from the book of Ezekiel that we believe will be a blessing to you. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

This is a rerun of an older episode but we think it will be a blessing to you. With holidays coming and family gatherings oftentimes being a part of family traditions it can be a challenge sharing your beliefs and convictions without starting a family feud. In this episode, We talk through some Biblical principles and give some wisdom on how to share your pro-life and Gospel convictions in a way that honors the Lord and reaches your loved ones. https://sidewalks4life.com/ www.gospelcenteredprolife.com

The ministry on the sidewalk can be very intimidating, especially for those of us who lack boldness. The Bible gives us guidance and encouragement on how to get the boldness we need. In this episode, we share some scriptures as well as practical insights that will help you increase your boldness. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

A large percentage of women considering abortion do so because they are being coerced into it. We can use some principles to help empower these women to push back against coercion. In this episode, we share some of those principles to help equip you to fight coercion at the abortion centers. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In this difficult ministry, we need reminders of why we do what we do. In this episode, we share some insights from the book of Habakkuk that we believe will be an encouragement to you. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

Our primary goal at the abortion centers is to reach moms and help them to choose life. However, being a Gospel-centered ministry there are others. like abortion workers, that we could reach with the Gospel. Abortion workers are a vital group we can reach at abortion centers. In this episode, we share some insights and wisdom on how to effectively reach abortion workers. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/ Testimony of an abortion worker: https://youtu.be/b9dElauwa2g

We pray for God to send more laborers in the harvest at the abortion centers but sometimes the folks that come along to “help” aren’t so helpful. At times, other groups come along to stand for life that may have different tactics and even cause problems. In this episode, we talk about a recent situation our sidewalk teams had and give some biblical insights on how to navigate these challenges. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In this episode, Vicky shares a recent experience ministering to a young lady who chose life years ago but now has another unplanned pregnancy. Walking with families that chose life is rewarding but often it is a long journey of discipleship for these moms and dads. Join us as we offer some wisdom and encouragement. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

Since the overturning of Roe V Wade, many states have made abortion illegal. Because of that states where abortion is still legal, have seen an influx in families showing up at their abortion centers. In this episode, we discuss how to deal with this influx of abortions and give some strategies and advice to navigate these challenges.

Because of the nature of the ministry we do at the abortion centers there are times when the police must get involved. Sometimes they are called on us and other times we have to call them, either way, there are likely going to be times you have to deal with them. In this episode, we share some insights on how to deal with the police and the best way to navigate through these challenges. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

We pour our hearts out to moms and dads in our outreach at the abortion centers. Of course, our hope is that they would choose life but that isn't always the case. Sometimes no matter how well we present a case for life they will reject it and choose abortion. In this episode, we offer some wisdom, encouragement, and experience on how to deal with this. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

The abortion industry is vested in dissuading abortion-minded women from talking with pro-life organizations. In this episode, we share an article written by Planned Parenthood on some of the tactics they use to discourage women from talking to us and how to circumvent these tactics. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

We encounter various situations with the families we reach at the abortion centers. Some of those situations are very difficult to deal with. One of the most challenging scenarios is when doctors have said the baby has major medical issues. In this episode, we talk about how to biblically and graciously handle these situations. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/ https://benotafraid.net/

We are called to be a voice for the voiceless, sometimes this requires us to raise our voices to be heard. In the episode, we share some insights and encouragement on how to effectively use your voice at the abortion center. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

There are many things that the devil uses to discourage and distract us from what God has called us to. One of the enemy's most effective tools is offense. If we harbor offense and bitterness it can be very destructive to us and to those we minister with as well as those we minister to. In this episode, we talk about the trap of offense, and how to deal with and avoid it. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

While our primary reasons to stand for life come from the Word of God we also have logical and scientific reasons to stand against abortion. The science is clear life begins at conception but there are other great scientific and logical arguments that we can use to refute pro-abortion arguments. In this episode, we share some of those arguments and help equip you as you stand for life in your city. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In our ministry at the abortion centers, we are in a war zone. It’s easy to be discouraged and disheartened but the scripture gives us some encouragement in the midst of the war zone. In this episode, we look at the story of Jeremiah as well as other scripture to glean come encouraging principles for the battle. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In your ministry at the abortion center, things can get intense from time to time. Placing a camera that records aggressive behavior from those opposing you can be a great way to hold them accountable. In this episode, we talk about using a camera on the sidewalk and give some advice and encouragement on how to do that most effectively. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

Pregnancy centers are a vital part of creating a culture of love and life in a city. Partnerships with PRC's are important as they offer resources and alternatives to women considering abortion. In this episode, we talk about this crucial relationship and how to cultivate the relationship with your local pregnancy in the most healthy way. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

In our outreach to women considering abortion, we sometimes encounter people pretending to need help but have ulterior motives. Some of these folks may be proabortion supporters trying to either distract us or get inside information. In this episode, we talk about how to detect these scams as well as how to deal with these situations should they arise. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

With the recent overturning of Roe Vs. Wade, there have been some threats of violence against pro-life groups. In this episode, we give some practical wisdom and encouragement to help you stay safe on the sidewalks. https://sidewalks4life.com/equipping-articles/

We are all rejoicing over the miraculous move from the Supreme Court to overturn the Roe Vs Wade decision. In this episode, we wanted to share some insights and how we felt when we first heard the news. gospelcenteredprolife.com