Title: Jonah goes to NinevahPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Jonah 2:1-3-10

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

In this episode of The Defender Podcast, Dr. Rick Morton and Herbie Newell sit down with Josh Benton, National Vice President of Send Relief, recorded live at the Southern Baptist Convention in June. Josh shares his insights on the work of Send Relief, a collaborative platform that provides support to vulnerable people worldwide, focusing on disast…

Title: Jonah runs awayPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Jonah 1:1-17

Title: Creation & carePreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Joel 2:21-27; Matthew 6:25-33

On today's episode of the Defender Podcast, Rick Morton sits down with Ann Maura Hinton, Director of Bridge Educational Services, to discuss how families can move from frustration to hope when it comes to their children's learning challenges. Ann Maura shares insights from her years of experience in education and cognitive development therapy, prov…

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

In this special episode of The Defender Podcast, host Herbie Newell and Dr. Rick Morton are joined by Pastor Chris Johnson, Lifeline’s Senior Director of Church Partnerships and External Advocacy. Pastor Chris shares the inspiring story behind Orphan Sunday, a movement that started in Zambia and has become a global call for the church to care for o…

Title: Psalm 8 'In Praise of the Creator'Preachers: Bruce CommingsPassage: Psalm 8

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/Jeremy Morton

In this episode of The Defender Podcast, Dr. Rick Morton and Angela Mains, Lifeline's Director of Clinical Services, dive into the complex issue of bullying. With the school year underway, families are facing challenges as their children navigate difficult social interactions. Angela and Rick clarify what truly constitutes bullying, distinguishing …

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

In this heartfelt episode of The Defender Podcast, host Dr. Rick Morton sits down with his longtime friend, Dr. Casey Williams, pastor of North Trenholm Baptist Church in Columbia, South Carolina. Together, they recount Casey’s incredible adoption journey, from initial financial concerns to stepping out in faith for international adoption. Casey sh…

Title: The God who welcomesPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Revelation 7:9-17; 21:1-5

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/Vance Pitman

In today's episode of The Defender Podcast, Herbie Newell is joined by Karla Thrasher, Lifeline's Senior Director of International Adoption, to discuss a devastating announcement from the People's Republic of China regarding the suspension of intercountry adoptions. Together, they explore the profound impact this news has on hundreds of waiting chi…

Title: The God who welcomesPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Acts 10:9-43; Galatians 3:26-29

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

As the new school year begins, many parents feel overwhelmed by changes and new routines. In this episode of The Defender Podcast, we welcome Lynne Jackson, co-founder of Connected Families and a seasoned pediatric occupational therapist with over 25 years of experience. Lynne shares how the Connected Families Framework can help parents navigate th…

Title: The God who welcomesPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18, 33-34; Luke 10:25-37

In this episode of The Defender Podcast, we welcome Sandra Flach, a devoted mom of eight, including five adopted children—one through kinship and four internationally. With over 30 years of parenting experience, Sandra shares her journey of raising children with trauma histories, particularly her two youngest who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorde…

Title: The God who welcomesPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Isaiah 25:1-12; Luke 14:15-24

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/Jeremy Morton

Join us on this episode of The Defender Podcast as we dive into Lifeline Children Services' annual event, the R(un) for One. Host Rick Morton is joined by special guests Heather Olivett and Donte' Hardy from The Ōnin Group, a longtime partner in this impactful event. They share the story behind Onin’s involvement and commitment to raising awareness…

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

In this episode of the Defender Podcast, Rick Morton sits down with Rick Young, Family Pastor, and Matt Lawson, Executive Pastor, from First Baptist Church Woodstock, at the Lifeline booth during SBC 2024. They discuss the church's deep commitment to orphan care and ministry to vulnerable families, rooted in a theological conviction centered on the…

Title: Samuel vs. SaulPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: 1 Samuel 13:1-15

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

In this episode of The Defender Podcast, hosts Herbie Newell and Dr. Rick Morton provide a mid-year update on Lifeline Children's Services' ministry efforts in 2024, celebrating the impact and stories behind the statistics. They discuss nearly 100 children finding forever families through adoption and the ongoing need for more missional families, e…

Title: Samuel the mediatorPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/Jeremy Morton

In this episode of the Defender Podcast, host Dr. Rick Morton discuss back-to-school challenges and the importance of education with guests Ann Maura Hinton, Director of Bridge Educational Services, and her husband, Robbie Hinton, from Cary Christian School in North Carolina. They emphasize the significance of a holistic approach to education that …

Title: Samuel leads IsraelPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: 1 Samuel 7:2-17

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

In this episode, Dr. Rick Morton interviews Dr. David Dockery at the Southern Baptist Convention. Dr. Dockery, a member of Lifeline’s pastoral advisory board, shares his appreciation for Lifeline Children’s Services and their mission to support vulnerable children and families. Dr. Dockery highlights his involvement with the International Alliance …

Title: Samuel is called by GodPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: 1 Samuel 3:1-21

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

Title: Loving others – demonstrating the gospelPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Amos 5:7-27; John 8:2-11

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/Christian Norman

In this episode of the Defender Podcast, hosts Rick Morton and Herbie Newell engage in a heartfelt discussion with Pastor Greg Matte of Houston’s First Baptist Church about the church’s adoption and foster care ministry. Pastor Matte shares his journey from being vocal about anti-abortion stances to actively supporting adoption as a proactive measu…

Title: Preaching the gospelPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Mark 1:14-15; 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/John Welborn

Join us as we sit down with Casey Stevens, who shares his family's inspiring journey from facing infertility to adopting their first son, Alek, from Kyrgyzstan in 2016 through Lifeline Children's Services. Blessed with three more sons, Micah, Jude, and Elijah, Casey's lively and love-filled home is a testament to resilience and faith. Casey discuss…

Title: Loving others – making space for the gospelPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: Luke 7:36-50

On today's episode of the Defender podcast, join us for an inspiring conversation with Scott and Lynne Watson, a devoted couple with a heart for philanthropy and family. Married for over 40 years, they've embarked on incredible cycling adventures, including a 3,400-mile journey across the USA, raising $700,000 for charity. Now, they're gearing up f…

Title: a humble witnessPreachers: Andy MillsPassage: 1 Peter 3:8-22

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/

In this episode of the Defender podcast, Herbie Newell and Rick Morton are joined by Jonathan Leeman from 9 Marks to discuss the importance of biblical faithfulness and caring for vulnerable children in the church. Leeman shares his insights on what it means to be a New Testament church, emphasizing the role of Christians in demonstrating justice a…

Title: Kingdom of GodPreachers: Clare HooperPassage: Luke 4:14-21

► Gather with us live online and in person every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:00a: https://live.fbcw.org/ ► Watch/listen to our full services: https://fbcw.org/sermons ► Reach out to us: https://fbcw.org/contact/ ► Give to help our mission: https://fbcw.org/give/