The Abstinence Talk | Pastor Barnett

Empowering Families Through Prenatal Diagnosis | Kellene Murdick

Episode Resources * Website: Right to Life of Northeast Indiana: https://www.ichooselife.org/ [https://www.ichooselife.org/] * Miriam's Blessing: https://diocesefwsb.org/miriams-blessing/ [https://diocesefwsb.org/miriams-blessing/] * Waiting with Gabriel (Book): https://a.co/d/03G8TP3k [https://a.co/d/03G8TP3k] * Be Not Afraid Ministry: https://www.benotafraid.net/ [https://www.benotafraid.net/] ──────────────────── In this episode of The Pro-Life Perspective, host Abigail Lorenzen sits down with Kellene Murdick from Miriam's Blessing, a local ministry dedicated to walking alongside parents who receive a difficult prenatal diagnosis. Kellene sheds light on a frequently misunderstood area of the pro-life movement: how families and the medical community navigate fetal abnormalities. She challenges the cultural narrative that abortion is the only compassionate response to a life-limiting diagnosis, exposing the silent trauma of "compassionate inductions" and detailing how specialized support can completely transform a family's grief journey. Key insights from this episode include: * Diagnosis vs. Prognosis: Understanding the margins of error in advanced ultrasounds and why medical predictions shouldn't dictate a child's value. * The Reality of Ethical Care: Confronting how some healthcare providers prematurely give up on high-risk babies by skipping standard safeguards like heart tone monitoring during labor. * Navigating Moral Injury: How immediate pressure from physicians can lead vulnerable parents to make fast abortion decisions they deeply regret years later. * The Healing Power of Memories: Why naming the baby, involving siblings, and capturing photographs provide families with a vital, lifelong "road forward" through grief. Join us for this profoundly moving conversation about finding hope in the midst of trauma, honoring the briefest of human lives, and ensuring that all a child ever knows is love. Learn more about our organization here: www.ichooselife.org [http://www.ichooselife.org]

How to be a Real Man in the Pro-Life Movement | Sean Corcoran

Episode Resources * Website: Men for Life: https://www.menforlife.org/ [https://www.menforlife.org/] * The Arena (Men's Conference): https://www.menforlife.org/the-arena [https://www.menforlife.org/the-arena] * Free Resources: https://www.ichooselife.org/free-resources [https://www.ichooselife.org/free-resources] ──────────────────── In this episode of The Pro-Life Perspective, host Abigail Lorenzen sits down with Sean Corcoran, the CEO of Men for Life, an organization dedicated to equipping, educating, and uniting men to defend the unborn. Sean shares his deeply personal testimony, walking through the heartbreaking experience of losing a child to abortion during his college years. He candidly discusses the overwhelming pressure, fear, and ultimate regret that followed those decisions, shedding light on the silent pain that many men carry. Through his journey toward healing, Sean discovered a vital truth: men have a critical, active role to play in the pro-life movement. Key insights from this episode include: * The unique grief and post-abortive trauma experienced by men, and the path toward true healing. * How Men for Life is breaking the cultural stereotype that abortion is strictly a "women's issue." * Practical ways men can stand up as protectors and providers for women and unplanned pregnancies. * Moving past past mistakes and stepping into the calling to lead with courage, truth, and grace. Join us for this powerful, raw conversation about redemption, the restoration of fatherhood, and how men can actively join the fight to protect the vulnerable. Learn more about our organization here: www.ichooselife.org [http://www.ichooselife.org]

The Abstinence Talk | Pastor Barnett

In this episode of The Pro-Life Perspective, host Abigail Lorenzen sits down with Pastor Shawn Barnett, the associate pastor at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne. Together, they explore the foundational and often countercultural topic of abstinence—choosing to reserve sex for marriage. The conversation begins by grounding the discussion in God’s original design for human relationships. Pastor Barnett provides a pastoral perspective on why the boundaries set by faith are not meant to restrict joy but to protect the heart and the family unit. Key insights from this episode include * Understanding the "office" of a parent and how God qualifies those He calls to lead their families. * Deconstructing the lies of the devil that aim to make individuals feel disqualified due to past mistakes. * The importance of living for and speaking the truth, even when it requires admitting our own errors to the next generation. * Why the church must be a place that champions God’s design while offering grace for those walking the path of repentance. Join us for this encouraging and direct conversation about the beauty of holiness, the weight of parental responsibility, and the freedom found in following God’s plan for intimacy. Learn more about our organization here: www.ichooselife.org [http://www.ichooselife.org]

A Path to Freedom from Pornography | Sam Black

-- Episode Resources -- Books & Personal Contact * Book: The Healing Church by Sam Black: https://a.co/d/0hX2vEwo [https://a.co/d/0hX2vEwo] * Book: Wired for Intimacy by William Struthers: https://a.co/d/0dHFB2U0 [https://a.co/d/0dHFB2U0] * Contact Sam Black: sam.black@covenanteyes.com [sam.black@covenanteyes.com] Recovery Tools & Counseling * Website: Covenant Eyes: https://www.covenanteyes.com/ [https://www.covenanteyes.com/] * Find a Christian Counselor: https://www.covenanteyes.com/blog/find-a-christian-counselor-for-porn-addiction/ [https://www.covenanteyes.com/blog/find-a-christian-counselor-for-porn-addiction/] Support Communities * Celebrate Recovery: https://celebraterecovery.com/ [https://celebraterecovery.com/] * Celebrate Recovery Locator: https://crlocator.com/ [https://crlocator.com/] * She Recovery (Betrayal Trauma Support): https://sherecovery.com/ [https://sherecovery.com/] ──────────────────── In this episode of The Pro-Life Perspective, host Abigail Lorenzen sits down with Sam Black, an author and representative from Covenant Eyes, to tackle a topic often kept in the shadows: pornography and its impact on the Christian church. Sam shares his personal journey through addiction and his professional experience helping others find freedom. The conversation explores why pornography is such a pervasive issue within faith communities and how the "don't ask, don't tell" culture allows shame and guilt to fester. Sam provides deep insights into: * The three common factors behind addiction: early exposure, repetition during adolescence, and underlying trauma. * The neurochemistry of recovery and why a 90-day "brain reset" is vital for restoring genuine intimacy. * The role of an "ally" and why having an accountability partner who isn't your spouse can be a crucial step in the healing process. * Moving beyond "white-knuckle sobriety" to find the deeper roots of addiction and lasting spiritual renewal. Join us for this essential conversation about the power of vulnerability, the "gift of going first," and the transformative healing available through community and God’s grace. Learn more about our organization here: www.ichooselife.org [http://www.ichooselife.org]

A Journey of Healing and Redemption | Maria Stieglitz

-- Episode Resources -- Want to hear Maria's story? Contact her here: ClintsStory@gmail.com [ClintsStory@gmail.com] Free Resources: https://www.ichooselife.org/free-resources [https://www.ichooselife.org/free-resources] Post-Abortive Healing: https://www.ichooselife.org/post-abortive-healing [https://www.ichooselife.org/post-abortive-healing] ──────────────────── In this episode of The Pro-Life Perspective, host Abigail Lorenzen sits down with Maria Stieglitz, a local guest from the Fort Wayne area with a deeply moving story of redemption. Maria shares the heavy reality of her past, walking us through the circumstances surrounding her abortion and the years of silent struggle that followed. With incredible courage, she discusses the memory of her son, Clint, and how she moved from a place of secrecy and pain to one of profound healing and advocacy. This conversation dives into the reality of post-abortive trauma, the cultural pressures women face, and the transformative power of God’s grace. Maria’s journey serves as a beacon of hope for anyone seeking peace after a past choice, reminding us that no one is beyond the reach of healing. Join us for this powerful testimony about the value of every life and the beauty of finding a voice after silence. Learn more about our organization here: www.ichooselife.org [http://www.ichooselife.org]