Gospel-Centered Pro-Life Podcast

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....

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 t...

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...

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. htt...

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://si...

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-article...

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.co...

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...

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...