• Finding Faith Amidst Life's Trials: John 6:16-21
    Jan 13 2025

    In this episode of the Defender Bible Study, Blake Wilson kicks off the new year by diving deep into John 6, where Jesus performs the miraculous acts of walking on water and calming the storm.


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    23 Min.
  • The Claims of Christ: Understanding Jesus' Deity in John 5
    Jan 6 2025

    In this week's episode of The Defender Bible Study, we kick off the new year by delving into the powerful revelations of John chapter 5. Join Chris Johnson as he explores the profound claims of Jesus about His deity and equality with God. This chapter not only challenges the religious leaders of the time but also invites us to examine our own understanding of who Jesus is.

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    The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.



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    25 Min.
  • Strong and Courageous: Embracing New Chapters
    Dec 30 2024

    As 2024 draws to a close, Chris Johnson, Senior Director of Church Partnerships and External Advocacy at Lifeline Children’s Services, leads a reflective study from Joshua 1. In this episode, we explore the lessons God teaches through Joshua’s transition into leadership, guiding the Israelites into the Promised Land. Together, we’ll discover how to close past chapters, focus on God’s purpose for our lives, and trust Him completely as we step into the opportunities of a new year.

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    The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.



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    20 Min.
  • Finding Your Part in God's Plan
    Dec 23 2024

    In this special Christmas episode, Herbie Newell reflects on the extraordinary roles of key figures in the Christmas story and how their actions reveal our part in God’s plan. From Mary’s faithful obedience and Joseph’s protective leadership to the shepherds and angels proclaiming hope and glory, we’re reminded that even in the mundane, God calls us to play significant roles in fulfilling His purpose. As we celebrate Christ’s birth, let’s consider how we can embrace our unique calling to manifest the gospel to orphans, vulnerable families, and those in need, living as witnesses to His grace and redemption.

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    The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.



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    27 Min.
  • Unity, Authority, and Eternal Hope: John 5:19-29
    Dec 16 2024

    In this week’s episode of The Defender Bible Study, we continue our exploration of the Book of John, focusing on the powerful truths found in Chapter 5:19-29.

    LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES

    The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.



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    20 Min.
  • Missing the Miracle: John 5:1-18
    Dec 9 2024

    Join Blake Wilson, Lifeline's Vice President of Operations, as he delves into John 5:1-18, exploring the profound story of Jesus healing a paralyzed man at the pool of Bethesda.


    LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES

    The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.



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    18 Min.
  • Faith Beyond Signs: John 4:43-54
    Dec 2 2024

    In this episode of The Defender Bible Study, Dr. Rick Morton continues our journey through the Gospel of John, focusing on John 4:43-54. Explore the profound lessons from Jesus’ ministry in Samaria—a place of ethnic tension and unlikely faith—and His return to Galilee, where His miracles continued to point to deeper truths. Learn how Jesus’ approach to ministry reveals a call to see people through the lens of grace, confront sin with compassion, and trust in God's direction, even when it leads to challenging or unwelcome places.

    LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES

    The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.



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    24 Min.
  • Heroic Faith: Embracing Transformation for Greater Impact
    Nov 25 2024

    In this episode of The Defender Bible Study, Herbie Newell wraps up a series on shifting from a caregiver to a heroic archetype at Lifeline Children’s Services. Herbie highlights how this transformation—from focusing on nurturing immediate needs to taking bold, proactive action—aligns with Lifeline’s mission to bring lasting change to vulnerable children, women, and families.



    LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES

    The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.



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    27 Min.