The Life Challenges Podcast

Join us as we celebrate our 100th full-length episode.  We'll take a look at why we podcast and answer some questions from our listeners.  Come celebrate with us as we look at some life challenges. Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://chri...

We are currently gathering questions and comments from our listeners about the podcast.  If you have any questions or feedback please let us know at podcast@christianliferesources.com   Today we are revisiting an interview we had at the 2021 Christian Life Resource's National Convention.  We spoke with futurist and author Thomas Frey about the future.  We also spoke with Bob and Jeff about wh...

As we work to prepare for our upcoming 100th episode, we share one of our earlier episodes with you.  Please submit questions and comments to us so we can share them on our 100th episode.  Enjoy this episode as it explores the pro-life movement of recent years.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite yo...

Often times there are ethical decisions that will need to be made about our own health care or the care of others.  How can we make a confident God-pleasing decision?  What about the times when there looks like there is no good decision?  Join us as we discuss these questions and more. Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with t...

Join us as we take a look at where reproduction is headed and the important things to remember when thinking about the future.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/

The cost of medical care seems to be getting more and more expensive.  Why is this?  What can we do as Christians?  What biblical perspective should we keep in mind when thinking about these costs?  Join us as we discuss these questions and more. Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more a...

Sometimes we may get overwhelmed by the direction our world seems to be going in today.  We may want to pray but might not see the point.  Join us as we dig into some important things to consider when praying for our nation and world.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the w...

Join us today as we talk about organ donation.  We'll talk about the different types of organ donation and important things to consider when either giving or receiving organs.   SHOW NOTES: Did you know that you can donate most types of organs after cardiac death as well? It depends on each person if they meet criteria to donate this way.  Each state is different, but in Wisconsin, if a perso...

One of our nation's founding documents, The Declaration of Independence, makes the claim that all men are created equal .  How should we as Christians view this phrase?  We will look at the history of this document and the biblical perspective surrounding this idea.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We...

What is chemical abortion?  How does it work and why is it important to know about it? Show Notes: https://christianliferesources.com/2018/05/04/the-abortion-pill-and-the-morning-after-pill-are-they-the-same/ https://christianliferesources.com/2018/05/09/mifeprex-methotrexate-misoprostol/ Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts wit...

Should exceptions be made in allowing abortion if the life or health of the mother is at risk?  What is the history behind these clauses?  What are some instances where the life of the mother would be at risk?  We will look at these questions and many more in today's episode.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the...

How can we respond to someone when they share a cancer diagnosis with us?  What are some important things to consider when thinking about cancer affecting those we love?  Join us as we look at these questions and others related to the topic of cancer.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn...

Join us as we discuss the topic of miscarriage.  What comfort can we offer others who have gone through a miscarriage?  What biblical truths can comfort us when we go through something like this?  How is miscarriage different than abortion?  We'll discuss these questions and more.   Show Notes: https://christianliferesources.com/2018/05/08/i-will-never-forget-you-finding-hope-and-healing-foll...

Join us as Professor Steven Pagels helps to explain what is meant by "the will of God."  We will explore this concept in the context of life issues. Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/

Join us as we talk about how to raise a pro-life generation in today's society.  We'll discuss parenting today and talk about how to instill values and biblical practice in today's youth. Show Notes: https://christianliferesources.com/2018/05/03/family-traditions-that-cherish-life/ https://christianliferesources.com/2018/05/03/baby-talk-teaching-children-about-the-value-of-life-as-a...

Join us as we take a look at adoption.  We will discuss the reasons and motivations why people adopt and will look at the biblical perspective of adoption too.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/

One argument made by the pro-choice side is that pro-life advocates do not care about all areas of life and should be doing/fixing other areas if they genuinely cared about life.  We'll dive into the topic and look at this approach from both sides.   Show Notes: https://christianliferesources.com/2018/05/03/with-great-patience-and-careful-instruction-a-look-at-clrs-new-beginnings-ministry/ ht...

Seminary Professor Joel Russow joins us today to talk about training pastors on life issues.  We'll talk about what your pastor can know about life issues and how your pastor can assist you when dealing with life issues and challenges.  Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about...

Join us as we talk about one of Christian Life Resource's most searched items on its website.   We'll talk about what scripture says and discuss important things to think about when talking about this topic with someone.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work...

Join us as we take a look at the reasons and motives behind people who choose not to have children while bringing a biblical perspective to the topic.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/

Many people make the argument, "It's my life, I can do with it what I want."  Today we will talk about this self-serving attitude and the implications this type of mindset has on our society. Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://...

Join us as we talk with Chris Cordes, the Vice President of Publishing at Northwestern Publishing House (NPH).   We will discuss materials NPH offers and upcoming projects. Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/

Today we look at the effects abortion has had on the practice of medicine.   Show Notes: Christian Medical and Dental Association https://cmda.org/ American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists https://aaplog.org/ Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work...

Today we will look at the book of Job and discuss some of the many lessons this book has to offer, especially in the context of life issues.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/

Join us as we take a look at what is happening across the country in a Post-Roe America.  We'll look at some important things to remember as Christians moving forward in our society.  Show Notes: https://christianliferesources.com/2022/10/13/take-a-deep-breath/ https://christianliferesources.com/2022/06/28/statement-on-overturning-roe-v-wade/ https://christianliferesources.com/2022/06/24/cour...