Gospel-Centered Pro-Life Podcast

Many people tend to think of sidewalk counseling as prolife activism or protesting. However, we believe this lifesaving work is actually a missionary endeavor. Join Vicky and Daniel as they share how they believe that this is an important way for Christians to view and describe ministry at an abortion center. https://sidewalks4life.com/are-sidewalk-counselors-missionaries/

If you've spent any amount of time ministering at an abortion center you have likely encountered pro-abortion advocates. There's a certain understanding that we need to have as Christians that can help us navigate through the different challenges that these people present. Join Vicky and Daniel as they look at this from a Biblical and practical perspective. https://sidewalks4life.com/dealing-with-...

The issue of racism is at the forefront of many conversations we are currently having in America. Sadly, racism is also tied to many other sin issues we face as a nation including abortion. Join Vicky and Daniel in an interview with Melissa Pellew from Ratio Christi as they talk through the issues of racism and abortion and how those issues intersect. They also touch on some of the dos and don'ts...

Vicky recently had a lengthy text conversation with an abortion-minded woman that our team met at the abortion center. We thought it may be helpful for you guys to hear how that interaction went. In this episode, we talk through that conversation and share some insights that will hopefully be a blessing to you as you seek to reach women like her. https://sidewalks4life.com/the-evolution-of-a-mom-s...

We are called to speak out against abortion but there are times when the Bible tells us to stay silent. The book of Proverbs gives a lot of wisdom on when we should keep our mouths shut. Join Vicky and Daniel as they share some personal experience of when God has used silence to reach abortion-minded women. https://sidewalks4life.com/a-time-to-keep-silent/

We see throughout scripture different word pictures and analogies that help us grasp certain truths. Even Jesus used parables in His ministry. In this episode, Vicky and Daniel share three analogies that have helped them, through the years, to be effective sidewalk counselors. https://sidewalks4life.com/three-parables-that-paint-a-picture-of-gospel-centered-prolife-ministry/

There's some debate in prolife circles about using graphic images of victims of abortion to change hearts and minds about abortion. In this episode, Daniel interviews two members of the Center for Bioethical Reform about how their organization uses these images and their effectiveness. Of course, the most important question is "What does God's word say about this?" Join us as we look at this from...

In this second part of last week's episode, we talk about the three A's to helping an abortion-minded woman trust the Lord. What are the three A's? Well, I guess you'll have to listen. www.sidewalks4life.com

As pro-life ministers, we're fighting an uphill battle in trying to convince an abortion-minded woman to trust the Lord rather than abortion. The scripture does give us some wisdom on this subject. Join Vicky and Daniel as they share from the scriptures and their experiences on the subject of trust. www.sidewalks4life.com

The abortion pill is becoming the most common method of abortion. Many don't realize that there's actually a procedure that can reverse the effects of the abortion pill before the baby dies. In this episode, we interview Courtney Parks, an APR nurse as well as Daniel's wife, about the abortion pill reversal. She shares some medical facts about it as well as some stories of women who have undergone...

Some view abortion as solely a women's issue and believe that it's really not a man's place to reach out to abortion-minded women. There's a question of whether or not men can even be effective in this area of ministry. What does the Bible say about all of this? Join us as we share from the scriptures and our experience on this topic.

We all believe that adoption is a wonderful thing but many pro-lifers have a hard time understanding why so many women chose abortion over adoption. In this interview, Jessica Mullen, director of Option-Adoption, explains some of the issues that make offering adoption to an abortion-minded mom difficult and how we can overcome those difficulties. http://www.option-adoption.com/ www.sidewalks4life....

The abortion industry certainly knows that the words they use can have an impact on how people view their "services". As prolife ministers, we need to understand the importance of the words we use as well. Join Vicky and Daniel as they talk about "words" and how the words we use can change the way we and others view abortion. www.sidewalks4life.com charlotte.cities4life.com

There is a big difference between sidewalk counseling and protesting. Certainly, both are valid and Biblical but one is more effective than the other in reaching abortion-minded women. Join Vicky and Daniel as they look at this from a Biblical perspective.  https://sidewalks4life.com/why-sidewalk-counseling-is-not-protesting/

In this episode, we do an interview with our new intern, Autumn Lowery. She's brand new to the sidewalks and working through the different fears and concerns. We think her perspective will be a blessing and encouragement to those who are thinking of getting involved and even those who've been involved in pro-life ministry for awhile. charlotte.cities4life.org www.sideswalks4life.com

The Bible tells us that the Body of Christ has many different parts. Each member has it's own function and the goal is to bring glory to Christ. Join Vicky and Daniel as they share a story of how the body of Christ worked together to help a struggling couple choose life. charlotte.cities4life.org www.sidewalks4life.com

Eboni faced betrayal by her unborn child's father. In anger and desperation, she went to New York for a late-term abortion. This all was taking place around the time that coronavirus started spreading in New York. This is the most candid interview we've ever done. Please listen as Eboni shares her story of how the Lord lead her to a choice for life and back to Himself. charlotte.cities4life.org ww...

Local pastors were arrested for violating a stay-at-home order in North Carolina because they were praying at an abortion center. The coronavirus pandemic has changed a lot of the "norms" even how we conduct pro-life ministry. Vicky and Daniel talk about how we as Christians should react to these various orders and what Cities4Life and partner ministries are doing locally to obey the rules but sti...

The balance between truth and grace while confronting an evil like abortion isn't easy but with God's help, it is possible. Join us as we talk through how to truthfully and graciously bring God's truth into the abortion conversation. Wondering about the title? You'll just have to listen to see what that's about. charlotte.cities4life.org www.sidewalks4life.com

With Coronavirus sweeping the nation and the world, there's a lot of fear and concern. As believers, we have hope in Christ but these are still trying times. In this special episode, Vicky and Daniel talk about this current crisis and look at Biblical principles that will challenge and encourage you through this difficult time.  

We recently celebrated our 5,000th baby saved here in Charlotte. It's awesome to be a part of what God is doing and keeping track of these numbers is so encouraging but is keeping track of those numbers Biblical? Some may even see it as prideful to keep such a tally. Some think that the numbers aren't important and obedience to the Lord is all that matters. But what does the Bible have to say abou...

As human beings, it's easy for us to get desensitized even to things as horrific as the killing of the unborn. If we get desensitized then we can lose our whole reason for fighting this evil. Join Daniel and Vicky was they look at some scriptural principles that will help us all stay sensitive to the Lord and His call to rescue the unborn. https://sidewalks4life.com/how-to-keep-from-being-desensit...

A quote from Pastor Matt Chandler has been floating around on social media, in essence, saying if we aren't willing to serve women materially then we shouldn't tell them that abortion is murder. This is an idea that many have embraced but is it Biblical? Join us as we look at this from a scriptural perspective. www.sidewalks4life.com charlotte.cities4life.org

Within groups that stand against abortion there's a lot of debate over which stance is the correct one, Incrementalist or Immediatist. Some folks may not even know what these terms mean. Join Vicky and Daniel as they explain the differences and talk through this subject from a Biblical perspective.  www.sidewalks4life.com charlotte.cities4life.org

Is there a wrong time and way to talk with an abortion-minded or post-abortive woman about forgiveness? We believe there is and as believers, we should let the scriptures be our guide in subjects like this. So join Vicky and Daniel as they share their experiences and talk through the subject of forgiveness Biblically. www.sidewalks4life.com charlotte.cities4life.org