Life is a sacred gift from God—at every stage, from conception to old age. In this deeply personal and courageous message, Pastor Chris Teien addresses the value of life, the tragedy of abortion, and the need for the church to respond with both truth and compassion. Drawing from Scripture, personal testimony, and the gospel’s healing power, this message offers hope, forgiveness, and a call to cherish and defend life.
Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/16335663
Key Points:
- Life Begins at Conception and Is Precious to God – Psalm 139; Jeremiah 1:5. Every life is known, valued, and created by God before birth.
- Abortion Leaves a Trail of Hurt but Is Not Beyond God’s Healing – God offers forgiveness, restoration, and hope for those who have experienced abortion.
- The Church Must Speak Truth with Compassion – Proverbs 6:16–19. God detests the shedding of innocent blood, but the church must respond with love, mercy, and grace.
- Adoption Is a Powerful Alternative and Act of Love – Stories highlight the beauty of adoption and how life given a chance can bless generations.
- Life Must Be Valued from Beginning to End – From unborn children to the elderly, God calls us to honor and care for all people.
Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:
- Sharing how he was a "perfect candidate for abortion" but was given life instead, and how that changed everything.
- Emotional recounting of teens making courageous adoption decisions despite difficult circumstances.
- Honest acknowledgment of the pain surrounding abortion and a call for compassion toward hurting individuals.
Notable Quotes:
- “Life is sacred because God gives it—and only He has the right to take it.”
- “You may have made mistakes, but God's grace is greater than your past.”
- “We are called to run toward the hurting, not away from them.”
Actionable Takeaways:
- Value life at every stage—protect the unborn and honor the elderly.
- Encourage adoption and support those facing unplanned pregnancies.
- Extend compassion and forgiveness to those who have experienced abortion.
- Speak truth boldly but always with Christlike love and humility.
Scripture References:
- Psalm 139:13–16 – God's creation of life in the womb
- Jeremiah 1:5 – God’s calling before birth
- Proverbs 6:16–19 – God’s hatred of hands that shed innocent blood
- Hebrews 4:13 – Nothing hidden from God’s sight
- Jeremiah 29:11 – God's plans for a future and hope
- Luke 1:41–44 – John the Baptist leaping in the womb
Keywords:
life is sacred, sanctity of life, abortion recovery, forgiveness, adoption, Psalm 139, value of life, Christian compassion, pro-life, gospel hope
Closing Statement:
Life is sacred from beginning to end. Let’s cherish it, defend it, and extend Christ’s compassion to a world that desperately needs His love and truth.
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The WELL Faith Podcast shares practical, Bible-based messages from Pastor Chris Teien to help you worship, encourage, learn, and love in everyday life. A new message is released every Sunday. Episodes marked with an asterisk (*) are replay episodes from previous years. Find resources at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.Church in Virginia, MN, and follow and review the podcast on your favorite listening platform.
