Lifeline Children's Services

The Defender Podcast

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The Defender Podcast collection is a ministry of Lifeline Children's Services where we seek to equip the body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children and families. We hope this collection will provide encouragement, inspiration, and ways to connect with others who have a heart for the orphan.

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Lifeline Children's Services

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Religion

Podcast website

lifelinechild.org

Latest episode

Jun 19, 2026

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Episodes

Zephaniah Part II – Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ 08.08.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell explores how caring for orphans and vulnerable children is not a social justice mission, but a Gospel focused mission. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Zephaniah Part I – Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ 08.08.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell explores how caring for orphans and vulnerable children is not a social justice mission, but a Gospel focused mission. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

10 Ways for Churches to Get Involved with Orphan Care 07.08.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell gives 10 ways churches can get involved with orphan care and serving vulnerable children. Info Meeting – email connect@lifelinechild.org Stand for Orphans – lifelinechild.org/stand VBS and Mission Kids – lifelinechild.org/missionkid Orphan Sunday – lifelinechild.org/orphan-Sunday; lifelinechild.org/speakers-bureau Sanctity of Human Life – lifelinechild.org/lifematters...

DOS Regulations and Inter-Country Adoption 04.08.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell explains how the Department of State and regulations are not the end of inter-country adoption. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Extra – Loving From a Distance Part I 04.08.2017

In this EXTRA episode Dr. Rick Morton and Whitney White discuss adoption attachment and building trust with an adopted or foster child. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

The Gospel and Racial Reconciliation Part II 03.08.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell digs deeper into racial reconciliation and how adoption can help further this cause through families across the world. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

The Gospel and Racial Reconciliation Part I 02.08.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell explores what the Bible says about racial reconciliation and what it means that Jesus died to reconcile us to himself. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

International Adoption with Josh Caldwell 01.08.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell and Josh Caldwell discuss Lifeline’s many international adoption programs and how to get started on your own adoption journey. International Adoption Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Non-Adoption Engagement – SUPPORT and ADVOCACY 31.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell and Josh Caldwell discuss how you can get involved with Lifeline outside of personal adoption. Get Involved Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Non-Adoption Engagement – PRAYER 28.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell and Josh Caldwell discuss one of the most impactful ways to get involved with Lifeline whether you are considering adoption or not: PRAYER. Join us in Prayer Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

God’s Sovereignty in Our Pursuit of Caring for Orphans 27.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell recognizes the sovereignty of God in our pursuit of caring for orphans around the world. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

China Adoption with Karla Thrasher 26.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Karla Thrasher about China adoption and some of the recent adoption changes implemented by the Chinese Government and how it may impact families. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild  Twitter: @lifelinechild  Instagram: lifelinechild

Lifeline Distinctives with Karla Thrasher 25.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Karla Thrasher about some of the things that make Lifeline unique, specifically Lifeline’s Gospel-centered, holistic approach to orphan care and adoption. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild  Twitter: @lifelinechild  Instagram: lifelinechild

Building the Kingdom of God is a Global Effort 21.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Pastor Raphael, and Pastor James Sutton about working together as Christians to build the Kingdom of God while pointing out a reminder that Christianity was not exported from the West. www.unadopted.org Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinec...

Equipping Local Pastors to Transform Busega, Uganda 20.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Pastor Raphael, Pastor James Sutton, and Pastor Brad Evangelista about how they are working to train and equip local pastors and leaders to spread the gospel to Busega and Uganda and the ends of the earth. www.unadopted.org Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild...

Leading Like Christ in Busega 19.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Pastor Raphael about how King Jesus Church is equipping young people to be leaders in their communities and ambassadors for Christ. www.unadopted.org Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Pastor Raphael and King Jesus Church in Uganda Part II 18.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Pastor Raphael, pastor of King Jesus Church about how they are partnering with Lifeline to reach the Muslim community and serving their orphans and vulnerable children through the Busega School for the Deaf and Blind. www.unadopted.org Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @l...

Pastor Raphael and King Jesus Church in Uganda Part I 17.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Pastor Raphael, pastor of King Jesus Church about how they are partnering with Lifeline to reach the Muslim community and serving their orphans and vulnerable children through the Busega School for the Deaf and Blind. www.unadopted.org Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @l...

EXTRA – Special Needs Adoption 14.07.2017

In this episode, Dr. Rick Morton discusses Special Needs Adoption with China Adoption Program Director Karla Thrasher, and Stefanie Leist, blogger and mom of 13 kiddos. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Website: lifelinechild.org Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

The Family of God 14.07.2017

In this episode Herbie teaches us about belonging to the family of God and what that means to us as believers. Herbie also previews his upcoming trip to Uganda. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Website: lifelinechild.org Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Interview with North Carolina State Director Levacy Smith 13.07.2017

In this episode, Herbie Newell and Levacy Smith discuss how Levacy got involved with orphan and foster care, international and domestic adoption, and the exciting things happening with adoption in North Carolina. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Website: lifelinechild.org Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Columbia Adoption with Beth Stanley 12.07.2017

In this episode, Herbie Newell and Beth Stanley discuss adoption in Latin America, specifically the country of Colombia. For more information about Colombia adoption, visit lifelinechild.org/country/colombia. Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Website: lifelinechild.org Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Life is a Vapor 11.07.2017

In this episode, Herbie Newell recounts how a recent family trip reminded him that life is a vapor and how we should be living intentionally in the present for the glory of God.   Subscribe on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Website: lifelinechild.org Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Supporting Birthmothers through Life Affirming Ministry 10.07.2017

In this episode, Herbie Newell talks with VP of Domestic Programs, Christie Mac Segars and Birthmother Counselor, Christy Harmon about how Lifeline is serving women in unplanned or crisis pregnancies who may be considering abortion and what it means to be life-affirming and not just-pro-birth. More information about Lifeline’s Pregnancy Ministry can be found at pregnant.lifelinechild.org. Podcast...

Interview with Georgia State Director Blake Rogers 07.07.2017

In this episode Herbie Newell and Blake Rogers discuss adoption and foster care in Georgia and how the local church can get involved. Podcast Available on  iTunes  |  Stitcher Website: lifelinechild.org Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

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