HOPE: Recent Episodes
Andrew Wood
This week Andrew discusses dads, Senator Feinstein's death, abortion pill reversal, and the state of Ohio. We covered a lot of ground today. Are dads lazy? Was the Senator a centrist? Is abortion reversal dangerous? Will Ohio protect life?
Listen this week and Andrew answers these questions and more.
Show Notes:
Lazy dads?
https://ifstudies.org/blog/lazy-dads-ii-the-reckoning
Senator Feinstein
https://wng.org/opinions/dianne-feinstein-was-no-political-centrist-1696247927
Abortion Pill Reversal
https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/22/us/california-lawsuit-mifepristone-reversal-claim/index.html
This week Andrew discusses a new survey of mainline protestant pastors and congregants. The findings are astounding and deserve some time. We also look at an AI generated "church service" and why this, in our estimation is a dangerous move. Andrew finishes today's show with a discussion on two parent homes and why that matters.
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Survey
https://dailycitizen.focusonthefamily.com/new-survey-mainline-protestant-pastors-notably-more-liberal-than-congregants/
Two Parent Homes
https://www.christianpost.com/voices/two-parents-are-a-right-not-a-privilege.html
This week Andrew discusses the most recent GOP debate, myths being shared by the press, and a recent political move that harms a bipartisan piece of legislation. How are we to respond and why is it so important for us to articulate our position?
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Politics at Play
https://www.politico.com/news/2023/08/08/abortion-fight-threatens-to-spoil-bipartisan-pregnant-worker-protections-00110261
This week Andrew looks at recent data discussing happiness in conjunction with marriage and careers. The numbers may surprise you. Andrew finishes the show discussing a recent ruling in Ohio that should have our attention.
Listen as he discusses this and more on this week's show.
Show Notes:
Marriage and Happiness
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/17/opinion/marriage-happiness-career.html
Ohio Ruling
https://www.ncregister.com/commentaries/abortion-unthinkable
This week Andrew discusses masculinity...or the lack thereof. He also looks at recent decisions by the Department of Defense to make abortion more accessible. Andrew ends today's show with a thought and a statement...We have gone from sacrificing ourselves for future generations and their greater good to sacrificing future generations for the sake of ourselves and our own greater good.
Listen as he discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Masculinity
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/07/10/christine-emba-masculinity-new-model/
Department of Defense
https://twitter.com/RepBenCline/status/1679505833607012354?s=20
Have We Lost Our Way
https://andrewhwood.substack.com/p/have-we-lost-our-way
This week Andrew discusses the Biden Administration's political maneuvering with Title X funding and pro-life states. He also looks at new data concerning marriage and the trend of putting it off until later. Andrew finishes the show discussing legislative actions that are disincentivizing marriage and parenthood.
Listen as Andrew discusses this more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Title X:
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/tennessee-rep-green-introduces-states-choose-life-act-stop-biden-admins-retribution-pro-life-states?intcmp=tw_fnc
Marriage:
https://nypost.com/2023/07/01/record-high-number-of-40-year-olds-in-us-have-never-been-married-study/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=nypost_sitebuttons
Disincentivizing Marriage:
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/op-eds/house-republican-plan-penalizes-marriage
This week Andrew discusses the one year anniversary of the Dobbs' decision. What has this year meant to the pro-life movement? How are we to view this historic day? Andrew then looks at some new data concerning the aging of the US population and the desire for social status over marital and parental status. What do these numbers mean and how are we to make sense of them through a Biblical worldview? Throughout today's show Andrew also discusses the "pick your battles" mindset and what that means in the context of our current cultural conversation.
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
This is the Year
https://prolifeyear.com/iw/8/
An Aging Population
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/22/us/census-median-age.html?smid=tw-share
Social Status
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666622723000382
This week Andrew looks at recent statements from abortion proponents that illustrate a pivot in their language. What does this mean? Why make this pivot now? Andrew also looks at recent data surrounding abortion numbers since the Dobbs ruling. We finish today by analyzing a CDC report concerning suicide and depression.
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Abortion Numbers
https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/abortion-trend-after-dobbs/
CDC Numbers
https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4051212-cdc-pandemic-teen-homicide-suicide-rates/
This week Andrew discusses family formation and the importance of traditional values as we think about a Biblical worldview and policies that have an impact on those values. He also discusses a recent decline in fertility and what that means for society and culture. Andrew finishes today with a conversation on AI and a detached reality that is moving us away from a Biblical framework and worldview.
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Family Formation
https://ifstudies.org/blog/canada-needs-a-family-formation-policy-framework
Fertility Rates
https://www.liveaction.org/news/economic-magazine-warns-population-collapse/
This week Andrew discusses the identity crisis facing our culture. What is the motivation behind this? Are we intentionally erasing identity? Andrew then looks at recent ads and publications that are strategically and quietly changing language. Why are we seeing this now and how have we seen this in the past?
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Abortion in Schools
https://www.liveaction.org/news/teacher-role-promote-abortion-students/
Language Changes
https://deadline.com/2023/06/associated-press-style-guide-updates-gender-terminology-suggests-avoiding-biological-sex-references-1235399618/
This week Andrew discusses a political debate currently happening where politicians are arguing about how much pro-life is too much pro-life. He then discusses politics and the Church. How political should we be? Andrew finishes the show discussing a recent study on mental health. What does this mean for our culture and where can answers be found?
Listen as he discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Too Harsh?
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-hits-desantis-abortion-suggests-6-week-abortion-ban-too-harsh
Politics and the Church
https://wng.org/opinions/the-necessary-politics-of-the-church-1684322114
Mental Health
https://news.gallup.com/poll/505745/depression-rates-reach-new-highs.aspx
This week Andrew discusses manhood, the importance of legacy, and how we are to be intentional in our walk, in our homes, and in our faith. We should have a sense of urgency in these areas as the enemy is intentional and urgent to kill, steal, and destroy.
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Manhood: The Masculine Virtue America Needs...Josh Hawley
https://www.amazon.com/Manhood-Masculine-Virtues-America-Needs/dp/B0C3RVHJJM/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=josh+hawley+manhood&qid=1684253018&sprefix=josh+ha%2Caps%2C217&sr=8-1
This week Andrew discusses numbers concerning botched abortions. He then looks at recent news concerning the Biden Administration's lawsuit involving Tennessee and a recent law banning gender surgeries on minors. Andrew ends today's show challenging all of us to boldly proclaim truth especially in our current cultural environment.
Listen as Andrew covers this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Botched Abortions
https://www.liveaction.org/news/five-state-reports-one-hundred-born-alive-abortion/
Federal Lawsuit
https://apnews.com/article/gender-affirming-care-tennessee-ban-817981c7d66a443951f4c6dbee6dabc1
This week Andrew takes a look at a recent political pundit discussion concerning the stance on life. Are we too pro-life for our own good? Is our pro-lifeness losing us elections? He also analyzes a recent survey gauging happiness. What do the happiest in our society have in common? Andrew finishes the show by looking at recent comments from the President concerning kids and his view on their relationship to parents and to society.
Andrew answers these questions and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Are We too Pro-Life?
https://townhall.com/tipsheet/rebeccadowns/2023/04/19/will-abortion-make-the-gop-blow-2024-senate-opportunities-n2622127
Happiness
https://www.wsj.com/articles/happiest-people-america-poll-ef7c854c?st=w1ru60hbpmmwg5s
President's Comments
https://twitter.com/townhallcom/status/1650568794933190673?s=20
This week Andrew discusses the recent ruling out of the SCOTUS concerning the abortion pill. He also analyzes a recent bill out of the state of Washington that claims to protect children, but in reality...it confuses identity, hurts families, and causes harm to young people. What does love truly look like and how are we to respond as culture appears to spiral?
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes: (These articles are provided so you can follow along with Andrew's analyses)
SCOTUS Order
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/14/us/politics/supreme-court-abortion-pill.html
Washington State Bill
https://senatedemocrats.wa.gov/liias/2023/03/01/bill-to-safeguard-youth-seeking-protected-health-services-clears-senate/
Marriage and Identity
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/16/us/politics/transgender-conservative-campaign.html
This week Andrew discusses a recent Court ruling against the FDA and its approval of the abortion pill, Mifepristone. What does this ruling mean for the pro-life movement? What difference will this ruling ultimately make for life? Will this ruling bring about a change in the way the FDA and other organizations push the abortion agenda and narrative?
Listen as Andrew answers these questions and more on this week's show.
Show Notes:
Washington Post Article
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/04/07/texas-abortion-pill-ruling-mifepristone/?fbclid=IwAR04Z7BeQCzGhWmdspfSAWl6lZSuNA4ar6-p3y8-LWx3E10XCEvasaSrtyo&mibextid=l066kq
NPR
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/04/10/1168857095/misoprostol-only-medical-abortion
Life News
https://www.lifenews.com/2023/04/10/joe-biden-asks-court-to-half-judges-ruling-so-abortion-pills-can-keep-killing-babies/
This week Andrew reflects on the recent attack in Nashville and how Christians are to mourn. He then looks at a new study on marriage as it pertains to communication and finances. Andrew finishes by analyzing recent votes out of CO concerning abortion and targeting the work of pregnancy centers. Is CO's extremism going to be the new norm?
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Sorrows Untold
https://wng.org/opinions/sorrows-untold-and-hearts-torn-asunder-1680088604
Marriage Study
https://www.wsj.com/articles/money-can-break-a-marriage-even-getting-more-of-it-bad93850?mod=panda_wsj_author_alert
Colorado's Extremism
https://www.coloradopolitics.com/legislature/democrats-pass-3-bills-strengthening-abortion-rights-in-colorado-sending-them-to-governor/article_e44c55c6-d011-11ed-9610-4f90d6380d9c.html
Today Andrew discusses the horrible and senseless tragedy that occurred in Nashville at Covenant School. What are we do in these moments? How and what are we to pray? Where is our comfort found? Andrew also looks at recent data that points to a broken belief system that is carrying our culture down a path of death and despair.
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on today's episode.
Show Notes:
Wall Street Journal Poll
https://www.wsj.com/articles/americans-pull-back-from-values-that-once-defined-u-s-wsj-norc-poll-finds-df8534cd
Pastor Russ Ramsey's Comments
https://twitter.com/russramsey/status/1640535302216331264?s=20
Helpful Post from Pastor Erik Reed
https://www.knowingjesusministries.co/articles/when-its-too-painful-to-pray
This week Andrew discusses legislation in DC designed to offer protections for pregnancy centers and tougher penalties for those seeking to physically attack them. He also looks at a new law in Utah seeking to put parameters around social media use and minors. We finish today by discussing the importance of leadership and the "can't waits" of life and how we shouldn't put off today's joy for tomorrow.
Listen as Andrew covers this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
DC Legislation
https://www.lifenews.com/2023/03/23/congresswoman-introduces-bill-for-higher-penalties-for-attacking-pregnancy-centers/
Utah and Social Media
https://dailycaller.com/2023/03/24/red-state-becomes-first-limit-teens-social-media-use-new-law/
Leadership
https://andrewhwood.substack.com/p/we-need-leaders
This week Andrew discusses recent legislation out of Wyoming concerning the abortion pill and news out of Mississippi concerning support for moms on Medicaid. Andrew finishes today by expounding on recent comments he made on a past show concerning our need to stand boldly for truth.
Listen as he discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Wyoming
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/17/us/wyoming-abortion-pills-ban.html?smid=tw-nytimes&smtyp=cur
Mississippi
https://www.lifenews.com/2023/03/18/mississippi-gov-signs-bill-for-medical-care-for-new-moms-babies-as-part-of-pro-life-agenda/
Don't Leave God Back at the Camp
https://open.substack.com/pub/andrewhwood/p/dont-leave-god-back-at-the-camp?r=fdo29&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
This week Andrew discusses recent news concerning Walgreens and their decision concerning the abortion pill. He also takes a look at the response of Governor Newsom to this news. Andrew ends today's show discussing the importance of Truth and standing strong in the faith as we live in today's culture. Enjoy as he covers this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Walgreens and Governor Newsom
https://apnews.com/article/abortion-pill-walgreens-mifepristone-fd2663ace286c3c48b9c66a74c652ef4
https://apnews.com/article/california-governor-newsom-walgreens-abortion-pill-080489daa45a981f2da140a2a56ee25b
This week Andrew looks at new data and trends concerning singleness, marriage, and depression. How are all of these things connected in today's society? Listen as Andrew answers this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
Most Young Men are Single
https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/3868557-most-young-men-are-single-most-young-women-are-not/
Benefits of Marriage
https://ifstudies.org/blog/marital-bliss-new-evidence-that-marriage-promotes-flourishing-
Depression
https://jonathanhaidt.substack.com/p/social-media-mental-illness-epidemic?r=2k5mj&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
This week Andrew spends some time looking a new study from the CDC concerning depression in adolescents. These numbers are staggering and deserve our attention. We also look at a new Department of Defense announcement concerning abortion for service members. Listen this week as Andrew covers this and more.
Show Notes:
Depression Study
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/13/health/teen-girls-sadness-suicide-violence.html?fbclid=IwAR3LmYtwMkBXavK-B5wNpX1_ySYcpSQexskFrdjwXpZRXzFWVHpip-LhFgs
Department of Defense Announcement
https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2023/02/16/troops-can-take-three-weeks-off-to-travel-for-abortions-ivf-treatment/
This week Andrew discusses the recent State of the State address by Governor Lee and his desire to partner with and fund the great work of pregnancy centers. Andrew also looks at some new policy proposals surrounding life and recent comments from a Yale professor concerning population control. Listen as he discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
State of the State
https://apnews.com/article/abortion-politics-bill-lee-tennessee-7509c03331225cc884ac2878ae71ef0c
Policy Proposals
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/10/us/conservatives-child-care-benefits-roe-wade.html
Yale Professor
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/12/world/asia/japan-elderly-mass-suicide.html
Andrew joined Bob Bell this morning for an interview to discuss Governor Lee's State of the State Address. What does this mean for life, pregnancy centers, and for Tennesseans? Listen to find out!!
This week Andrew looks at the funding mechanisms in states that are prioritizing life, a conversation between Hillary Clinton and Nancy Pelosi, and gives an update on all things TN. Enjoy as he covers this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
State Funding
https://thefederalist.com/2023/02/01/post-roe-texas-and-other-states-should-prioritize-funding-for-moms-and-babies/
Hillary and Nancy
https://www.lifenews.com/2021/02/02/hillary-clinton-we-need-to-protect-abortion-for-our-grandkids/
This week Andrew covers a wide variety of topics as he discusses a golden statue erected in NY, a need for a national strategy on life and abortion, and true masculinity. Enjoy as Andrew covers this and more on this week's episode.
Idolatry in NY
https://www.lifenews.com/2023/01/25/new-york-city-erects-satanic-statue-on-city-courthouse-to-promote-abortion/
A National Strategy
https://www.thepublicdiscourse.com/2023/01/87120/
A Wrongheaded Look at Masculinity from the New Yorker
https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/01/30/whats-the-matter-with-men
This is a stand alone segment from a recent show where Andrew gives context and explanation around a recent speech he provided. It is our prayer that these words would inspire and encourage all of us to be driven by the "I'm For's" in our life.
This week Andrew discusses the next 50 years of the pro-life movement. How did we get here and what do we need to do moving forward. He also looks at a new FDA requirement and what that means for local pharmacies. Andrew ends the show today by discussing the "I'm for's" of the pro-life movement.
Enjoy as he discusses this and more on this week's episode.
Show Notes:
How We Got Here
https://wng.org/opinions/roe-v-wade-and-americas-broken-conscience-1674472615
FDA
https://www.frc.org/newsroom/family-research-council-13-pro-life-groups-send-letter-urging-walgreens-cvs-to-cease-dispensing-abortion-inducing-drugs
This week Andrew discusses a recent piece concerning the question of life's origin, a recent vote in DC, and a rule change by the FDA. He unpacks these important topics as he navigates our own engagement in the cultural discussion. This week is also Sanctity of Life Sunday...find details below on how you can get involved.
Show Notes:
When Does Life Begin?
https://www.nationalreview.com/2023/01/actually-we-do-know-when-human-life-begins/
Washington Votes
https://news.yahoo.com/210-democrats-vote-against-bill-213342882.html
FDA Rule Change
https://www.heritage.org/life/commentary/biden-fda-move-turn-local-pharmacies-abortion-clinics
Knoxville's March for Life
https://www.prolifeknox.org/march_for_life_2023
This week Andrew is joined by Greg Austen, Executive Director of Church Outreach and Engagement at Care Net. Greg is also the author of a brand new book, Irreplaceable: Recovering God's Heart for Dads. Enjoy this great conversation on the importance of dads, the need for engagement, and the ideas and resources to put this in place in our homes and communities.
Show Notes:
Irreplaceable: Recovering God's Heart for Dads, https://www.amazon.com/Irreplaceable-Recovering-Gods-Heart-Dads/dp/B0BLGBZN1K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=17TE1MP0TTQJS&keywords=irreplaceable+recovering+god%27s+heart&qid=1673369878&sprefix=irreplaceable+recovering+gods+hear%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-1
This week Andrew discusses a recent push from abortion proponents to present abortion as "self-care." He also discusses some happenings in Tennessee concerning a desire from some, that claim to be pro-life, to water down the Human Life Protection Act. Andrew ends the show by analyzing a conviction led motivation versus a next election led motivation and why discerning the difference is so important.
Listen as he talks about this and more on this week's episode.
This week Andrew discusses a recent conversation our culture is having on suicide and mental health. This is a hard topic, but a much needed conversation as we navigate our culture's fixation on death while consistently devaluing life. Andrew also looks at a recent debate in DC that is seeking to make abortion easier.
Listen as he discusses this and more on this week's episode.
This week Andrew discusses a strategy shift on the abortion debate from federal to state and local. This shift was expected and will play out starting in January as new legislative sessions start around the country. He also looks at a recent report out CO where a city is seeking to stop an abortion clinic from opening. Andrew finishes the show discussing the importance of raising boys to be good fathers.
Show Notes:
Strategy Shift
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/10/us/abortion-roe-wade.html
Colorado City
https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2022/12/12/pueblo-abortion-ordinance-sanctuary-unborn-colorado
Importance of Raising Boys
https://ifstudies.org/blog/fighting-building-fathering-understanding-how-boys-play
This week Andrew takes a look at new data concerning abortion numbers around the country, specifically in states like Tennessee where restrictions are in place. He also looks at a recent Editorial detailing Canada's euthanasia policies and a piece out of the NY Post concerning marriage numbers declining and the role married couples are playing in those declining numbers. Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's show.
Abortion Numbers Decline: https://www.axios.com/newsletters/axios-nashville-277db58f-6108-45e7-a82d-2cb185c30804.html?chunk=0&utm_term=emshare#story0
Canada's Policy on Euthanasia: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/03/opinion/canada-euthanasia.html
Marriage Numbers: https://nypost.com/2022/12/01/our-falling-birth-and-marriage-rates-reflect-the-lie-that-only-singles-have-fun/
This week Andrew discusses recent data pointing to a concerning trend of loneliness in our society. This trend does not discriminate. Listen as he discusses why this matters and what we can do to make a change.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20668659/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/11/23/americans-alone-thanksgiving-friends/
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/27/us/living-alone-aging.html?smid=tw-share
This week Andrew discusses a message of revival and repentance. Do we truly want to see revival or do we want to see our neighbors and/or enemies get what they "deserve?" This is a timely and convicting message as we look at Jonah. How will we answer these questions?
Listen this week as we discuss.
This week Andrew discusses a recent report from NPR that highlights abortion and unintentionally shows the brutal nature of this procedure. We also analyze the midterms in light of election day.
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on this week's episode.
This week Andrew looks at the midterms, new polling data, and Stacey Abrams' recent comments concerning abortion and inflation.
This week Andrew discusses the midterms and the unwillingness of some candidates to tout their true thoughts on abortion. Andrew also spends some time analyzing Michigan and a ballet proposal seeking to enshrine abortion in the state. We finish today by looking at the need for engagement at a state and local level.
Links:
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/10/17/upshot/times-siena-poll-likely-voters-crosstabs.html
https://www.ncregister.com/cna/michigan-bishops-abortion-ballot-initiative-would-also-give-minors-right-to-gender-transition
https://www.wkrn.com/news/local-news/nashville/metro-council-takes-500k-from-other-departments-to-send-to-planned-parenthood/
This week Andrew highlights the comments from President Biden concerning the Roe reversal and the administration's desire to promote and propagate the idea of abortion. Andrew also describes how the DOJ is currently being weaponized against pro-life advocates around the country. We finish this week by providing an analysis and glimpse into what is happening in the upcoming election around the country concerning abortion and state constitutions.
This week Andrew discusses an article arguing Big Oil's need for Big Abortion, looks at recent comments by Stacey Abrams concerning heartbeats and abortion, and ends the show discussing the FBI's recent raiding of a pro-life advocate's home.
This week Andrew discusses and answers the question...When is it the right time to do the right thing? We also look at our current political landscape and the issue of abortion.
One abortion every 82 seconds...that's the latest in Planned Parenthood's most recent report. This week Andrew discusses this and more as we have a very important conversation on life.
This week Andrew puts on his consulting hat to assist those on the campaign trail in articulating the pro-life message and going on the offense in a Post-Roe America. He also dives into a great piece over at Commonweal concerning the safety of pregnancy and abortion.
Commonweal Piece: https://www.commonwealmagazine.org/making-pregnancy-safer
Articles discussed this week...
https://www.npr.org/2022/05/06/1096676197/7-persistent-claims-about-abortion-fact-checked
https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/why-abortion-supporters-are-so-focused-on-ectopic-pregnancy/
This week we look at Maryland's extreme abortion bill and for profits providing resources to assist employees with abortions.
On this week's episode Andrew discuss Biden's latest HHS pick and Pelosi's desire to end the Hyde Amendment.
Today Andrew discusses Planned Parenthood's latest abortion mill secretly built in Illinois. We also look at new study showing a sharp decline in abortion numbers and a sharp increase in pro-life pregnancy centers. What do these numbers matter? Is there hope? Where do we go from here?
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more on the latest episode.
This week Andrew discusses the recent news out of Indiana concerning an abortion doctor and his secret stash of over 2200 preserved aborted fetuses in his home. Why does this shock us? Why is this any different than the regular disposal of aborted babies?
Listen as Andrew answers these questions and more on this week's episode.
Andrew recently sat down with Garland Vance to discuss his latest book, "Gettin' Unbusy." You can learn more about Garland and his work here.
Enjoy this conversation as the guys discuss practical steps to looking at our calendars with purpose.
This week Andrew discusses recent comments by Senator Sanders and Mayor Pete on the abortion. Should abortion be used for population control? Does life begin at breath?
Andrew also discusses the work of pregnancy centers across the country as he recently returned from a national conference in St. Louis.
This week Andrew sits down with Pastor Hunter Wright of Maker City Church. They discuss Maker City's recent name change, Hunter's adoption journey, and the beauty of the Gospel.
This week Andrew discussed the latest news surrounding Title X funds and Planned Parenthood. Why does this matter? Why is this is a win for the rule of law? What does this mean for the larger pro-life movement?
Listen as Andrew discusses this and more this week's episode.
This week Andrew discusses the Summer Study session in Nashville concerning SB1236. Why is this conversation important? Why is this bill different than your typical 'heartbeat' bills? Where does life begin? Is personhood important? What does the Jaffe Memo say? Why does it matter to us today?
Listen as Andrew answers these questions and more on this week's episode.
This week Andrew discusses the tragic events in Texas and Ohio over the weekend. What is our response? What is the challenge for Gospel people? What does this say about the life narrative in our society?
Listen as these questions and more are discussed on this week's episode.
This week Andrew discusses a great article by Colin Smothers over at Public Discourse about empty pro-life rhetoric and the dangers of falling victim to some narratives being floated out there. Andrew also spends some time on the latest news out of the Evangelical world concerning purity culture and one of its founders.
Enjoy the conversation!
On this week's episode Andrew discusses the recent op-ed by Leana Wen, Planned Parenthood's recently fired president. What does her statements show us about the abortion giant? We also look at a recent piece by David French over at National Review concerning the overturning of Roe and what that really means for the abortion numbers in the US.
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On this week's show Andrew discusses the firing of Leana Wen from Planned Parenthood, Vice President Biden's pro-abortion healthcare plan, and a recent article attacking pregnancy centers.