The Gift of Advent
An episode of the The Defender Podcast podcast, hosted by Lifeline Children's Services, titled "The Gift of Advent" was published on December 20, 2023 and runs 32 minutes.
December 20, 2023 ·32m · The Defender Podcast
Summary
Today on the podcast, we have a special holiday episode! Herbie and Dr. Rick reflect on the goodness and grace bestowed upon us by the Lord throughout the year. Christmas isn't just a celebration; it's a time for deep gratitude. Hear of the Lord's hand at work through His people, caring for orphans and vulnerable children. It's a testament to the true spirit of Christmas.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.CO-HOSTRick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.RESOURCESAs believers, we know the hope of Christmas gives us hope for our lives, no matter what each day holds. Even in a world full of pain and suffering, we know that the God of the universe humbled Himself to be born as a baby to take our pain and pay the price for our sin. Now, as image bearers of God, we live with the hope of Christmas, and we live out gospel-centered justice to defend life, bring restoration, and seek redemption for all that sin has broken. We invite you to live out the gospel through the ministry of Lifeline and change lives around the world by partnering with us. https://lifelinechild.org/change-one-life LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe 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. FOLLOW USFacebook, Instagram, TwitterThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify
Episode Description
Today on the podcast, we have a special holiday episode! Herbie and Dr. Rick reflect on the goodness and grace bestowed upon us by the Lord throughout the year. Christmas isn't just a celebration; it's a time for deep gratitude. Hear of the Lord's hand at work through His people, caring for orphans and vulnerable children. It's a testament to the true spirit of Christmas.
HOST
Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.
CO-HOST
Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.
RESOURCES
As believers, we know the hope of Christmas gives us hope for our lives, no matter what each day holds. Even in a world full of pain and suffering, we know that the God of the universe humbled Himself to be born as a baby to take our pain and pay the price for our sin.
Now, as image bearers of God, we live with the hope of Christmas, and we live out gospel-centered justice to defend life, bring restoration, and seek redemption for all that sin has broken.
We invite you to live out the gospel through the ministry of Lifeline and change lives around the world by partnering with us. https://lifelinechild.org/change-one-life
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.
FOLLOW US
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify
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