The Life Challenges Podcast

Today we look at vocations and our callings as Christians.  Join us as we discuss what callings mean in a biblical sense.  We will also look at specific callings and vocations we may have during our lives.   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:/...

Four years ago Marcus Smith, along with the help of others, started and annual concert to raise money and awareness for life issues.  Join us as we sit down with Marcus and talk about the annual concert called Beats for Heartbeats.  Show Notes: https://beatsforheartbeats.com/ Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel....

How do you make decisions on who to vote for? What are some important things to consider when voting for a specific candidate or a party?  At what point does opposition to your government become a sin? Come along as we look at these questions and consider some important points when thinking about being a Christian citizen.   Show Notes: Christian Life Resources - Articles https://christianlifereso...

What does separation of church and state really mean?  What is the historical context behind the phrase and idea?  What are important things for Christians to consider when thinking about this separation?  Join us as we discuss these questions and more in today's episode. Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel...

Join us as we take a look back at history and talk about different governments that led to our current American government.  We will take a look at Rome, the Middle Ages, and up to the Revolutionary War.  We'll also discuss if the American Revolutionary War was a just war for Christians.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hear...

What is baptism? How can a person just walk away from their baptism?  How can Christians appeal to a person's baptism to remind them of God's love and promises?  Join us as we talk about baptism and discuss what it really means to be a baptized child of God.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We in...

Some people will say that the Bible says nothing about how we should live now-a-days.  Others say we should go back to traditional law.  Where does the answer lie?  What can we draw from when looking at the different types of government from both the Old Testament and New Testament?  Join us as we discuss the different types of government found in the Bible and as we begin to touch on modern day p...

Join us as we talk with Pastor Timothy Bourman about the topic of trauma.  Pastor Bourman shares his book with us, Deep as the Sea Letters to Survivors of Trauma.    Show Notes: Deep as the Sea Letter to Survivors of Trauma  https://online.nph.net/deep-as-the-sea.html Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invi...

Join us as we look at what it means to be a Christian citizen.  Even though the Bible wasn't written during a republic form of government, we will look at some important things to keep in mind when thinking of our role as a citizen in our current form of government. Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We i...

Today we look at the Supreme Court's recent decision and what our attitude and perspective can be as Christians.  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 take on some of your questions.  How do we as Christians live in the world but not of the world?   How can we respond if our boss asks us to work on a pride month campaign?  What pronouns should we use when referring to a neighbor undergoing a gender transition?  How can we engage with someone who sees no problem with the way things are going now in the world?   Join us as we dive into th...

We continue our discussion on sexuality and gender issues by looking at pride more generally.  What does the Bible say about pride?  Should we as Christians be proud about anything?  How does Christ's example of humility apply to us today?   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...

What is God's design for marriage? How can we respond when someone says "God made me like this?"  What can we say to a family member or friend who is now living contrary to God's design for marriage?  Join us as we continue to discuss topics related to gender and sexuality.  Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hear...

Join us as we begin our discussion on sexuality and gender issues.  We will discuss terminology and what our focus should be as Christians. 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/

What is it like to work at a pregnancy center?  Kay Retberg has worked at pregnancy centers for more than 20 years.  Join us as she shares about her work at pregnancy care centers. Show Notes: Alpha Pregnancy Center:  https://alphaaz.org/ Pregnancy Care Center page: https://christianliferesources.com/resources/pregnancy-care-centers/ Pregnancy articles page: https://christianliferesources.com/begi...

What happens when things don't go the way you planned?  Do you get angry at God or do you accept that fact that He is loving and perfect and has every under control?  How can we as Christians encourage others who are experiencing tough times? Join us as we talk about what really matters when life takes unexpected turns.   Support the show The ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the...

Conquerors Through Christ (CTC) is an organization designed to help people and/or their loved ones fight porn addiction.  Join us as we sit down with the chairman, Pastor Kent Reeder.  We discuss porn addiction in our modern culture and look at the resources and materials CTC provides for people to resist, reject, and recover from porn use or addiction.  Show Notes: Conquerors Through Christ https...

Join us as we sit down with Heidi Westlund and take a look back at New Beginnings - A Home for Mothers .  We discuss how everything operated while in Denver, CO.  We also look at the New Beginnings Board and the future building project. Show Notes: New Beginnings - A Home for Mothers https://www.homeformothers.com/ With Great Patience and Careful Instruction: A Look at CLR New Beginnings Ministry...

Join us as we look at the history of abortion.  We will review key milestone moments and look ahead at how we can prepare for any possible legal change.  Show Notes: Christian Life Resources Articles: Abortion: An Update https://christianliferesources.com/2018/05/03/abortion-an-update/ January 22: A Sad Milestone https://christianliferesources.com/2018/05/03/january-22-a-sad-milestone/ Abortion Ti...

Join us as we talk with Mark Klug and Dan Nommensen of Christian Family Solutions on the topic of Christian counseling.   We look at the need and benefits of Christian counseling and also the connection to life issues.  Show Notes: Christian Family Solutions https://christianfamilysolutions.org/ Making Christian Counseling More Christ Centered https://www.amazon.com/Making-Christian-Counseling-Chr...

Pastor Jonathan Hein joins us as we discuss the end of fear and the hope that the resurrection offers. The resurrection allows us to no longer be afraid of death,  it puts life challenges into perspective, and it is the hope we can share when witnessing with others.   Show Notes: Christian Life Resources - Articles An ironclad guarantee a look at the assuredness of the a resurrection https://chris...

What is truth?  Why does our society seem to take a subjective view with truth?  What does God say about truth?  Why is truth even important? Join us as we discuss the topic of truth and look to answer these questions and more. Show Notes: Christian Life Resource Articles Let us not love with words or speech but with actions in  truth https://christianliferesources.com/2019/11/25/let-us-not-love-w...

What can we learn from Jesus' friendships?  How can we use our friendship with others to talk about life issues? Join us as we talk about being a friend to others. Show Notes Christian Life Resources Articles With Friends like These: A Look  at Comforting Others in Crisis https://christianliferesources.com/2012/09/09/with-friends-like-these-a-look-at-comforting-others-in-crisis/ The Right Tim...

When we consider the price Jesus paid to save our lives, we realize the importance and value God has for all life.  Pastor Jim Behringer of WELS Special Ministries joins us to discuss the value of life and the idea of sacrificing for others. Show Notes: WELS Special Ministries https://wels.net/serving-you/christian-life/special-ministries/   Christian Life Resource Articles Inconvenient People and...

We were on a podcast!  Listen to the RWJ Daily: Raised with Jesus (WELS) podcast.  Learn more about Bob, Jeff, and Christa and the ideas behind the podcast. Show Notes: RWJ Daily: Raised with Jesus (WELS) https://resurrectionmaumee.podbean.com/ 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 abo...