The We Love Life Podcast

40 Years of Faith & Battle: Rusty Thomas’ Journey from Darkness to Light

Welcome back to the We Love Life Podcast! In this episode, Daniel Parks, Executive Director of Love Life, is joined by Rusty Thomas, a longtime leader and advocate in the fight for life. With over 40 years of ministry experience, Rusty shares his powerful testimony of transformation and the journey that led him to stand on the front lines for the preborn. From pastoring to leading Operation Save America, Rusty's story is marked by unwavering faith, sacrificial love, and a steadfast commitment to protecting the unborn.
During their conversation, Rusty and Daniel discuss the importance of guarding your heart, maintaining humility, and keeping your eyes fixed on Jesus amidst the challenges of pro-life advocacy. Rusty’s testimony serves as a profound reminder of God’s redemptive power and His ability to use ordinary people for extraordinary purposes.
They also talk about Rusty’s latest endeavor, Kingdom Leadership Institute, where he is pouring decades of wisdom and experience into training the next generation of godly leaders. If you’re interested in learning more about the KLI Men's Camp happening this August in Palm Bay, Florida, visit KingdomLeadershipInstitute.org or check out the event page on Facebook.
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Children Are a Blessing: God's Blueprint for Family

Welcome back to the We Love Life Podcast! In this powerful episode, Executive Director Daniel Parks and Director of Expansion Brian Ottinger sit down with Pastor and Hip Hop artist Timothy Brindle. Timothy shares his incredible journey from underground battle rapper to passionate follower of Christ, husband, father, and pastor of Olive Street Presbyterian Church in Coatesville, PA.
We explore the significance of going deeper in our faith, building genuine connections, and rediscovering the biblical truth that children are a blessing—not a burden. Timothy’s testimony is a vivid reminder of God’s redemption and the importance of raising up godly families as part of His kingdom work.
🔹 **Highlights from this episode:**
* Timothy's journey from hip hop battles to battling for souls* The powerful impact of truly caring for others, not just in word but in action* A biblical perspective on family, fatherhood, and why the Church must embrace the blessing of children* How Love Life is mobilizing believers to create a culture of love and life
📌 Connect with Timothy Brindle:👉 [TimothyBrindleMinistries.com](https://timothybrindleministries.com)👉 Check out his latest album *Fault Lines* on wrathandgrace.com👉 Learn more about his church: [Olive Street Presbyterian Church](https://olivestreetpress.org)
✨ **Get Involved with Love Life:**Visit [LoveLife.org](https://lovelife.org) to learn how you can join the movement to protect life and mobilize the Church.
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Shutting Down the High Places: Why the Pastor Pledge Matters

This week on the We Love Life Podcast, Daniel Parks and Brian Ottinger share personal stories, ministry updates, and a powerful challenge to the Church. From backyard grass lessons to the birth of a first grandchild, they reflect on how God grows character in everyday moments—and how that growth connects to what He's doing across the nation through Love Life.
🌄 Fresh off a national leadership retreat in Colorado Springs, they unpack this year’s theme: Go Deeper. Grow Stronger. Reach Farther.
🏛️ They also dive into the Pastor Pledge—a nationwide appeal for President Trump to defund Planned Parenthood and a call for churches to become safe places for families facing unplanned pregnancies.
💥 With abortion centers closing in New York, Utah, and even the notorious Boulder clinic in Colorado, now is the time for the Church to rise.This episode is both a celebration and a sober reminder that this fight is not over—but the tide is turning.
📌 Pastor Pledge: https://pastorpledge.com→ House of Refuge Info: https://lovelife.org/refuge→ Join the Movement: https://lovelife.org
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From Crisis to Calling: A Pastor’s Journey Toward a Pro-Life Church

In this powerful episode of the We Love Life Podcast, Executive Director Daniel Parks sits down with Pastor Jay Smith of Cedar Park Church in Washington State. From meeting as toddlers in church to facing an unexpected pregnancy as high school sweethearts, Pastor Jay and his wife Sandy’s story is one of redemption, grace, and unwavering commitment to life.
🎙️ Hear how their church became more than just a church with pro-life ministries—it became a pro-life church🏠 Learn how the House of Refuge initiative is transforming their congregation and community🔥 Discover what it means to stand for life in one of the most spiritually dark regions of the country📜 Find out why Pastor Jay signed the Pastor Pledge and how pastors across the nation can take action
Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or simply someone who cares deeply about life, this episode will inspire and equip you to stand boldly and compassionately.
🔗 Learn more: House of Refuge: https://lovelife.org/refugePastor Pledge: https://pastorpledge.comLove Life: https://lovelife.org
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Pastor Jeff's Story: How The Church In Canada is Becoming A Place Of Refuge

In this weeks rerun episode of the We Love Life Podcast, Daniel Parks and Brian Ottinger sit down with Pastor Jeff Thompson of Riverside Calvary Chapel in Canada to discuss the powerful impact of the House of Refuge initiative.
🎙️ Hear how one church became a refuge for families facing unexpected pregnancies  🇨🇦 Gain insight into the challenges of pro-life ministry in Canada  💬 Learn how addressing abortion and unplanned pregnancy from the pulpit brings healing  🤝 Discover the importance of church partnerships with local pregnancy centers  🏠 Be inspired to make your church a House of Refuge
This episode is a call to action for pastors and church leaders: create safe spaces, build lasting relationships, and be the support system families need.
🔗 Learn more about becoming a House of Refuge: lovelife.org/refuge
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The Pastor Pledge: A Call to Action for the Church & Our Nation

In this episode of the We Love Life Podcast, we dive deep into The Pastor Pledge—a bold, two-fold initiative calling President Trump to defund Planned Parenthood while simultaneously equipping the Church to be the place where families in crisis can run.
💥 Hear the vision behind the pledge💥 Why 260+ pastors have already signed💥 How churches are stepping up in real-time to protect the unborn💥 Why this moment could be a catalyst for revival in America💥 And how you can help mobilize your church or pastor to be part of this national movement
📣 If you’re a pastor, go to https://pastorpledge.com and sign today.📣 If you’re not a pastor, text the link to your pastor or send it to your church leadership team.
The Church is rising. Goliaths are falling. Now is the time to act.Subscribe, share, and help us create a culture of Love and Life across this nation.
🔗 Learn more:Pastor Pledge – https://pastorpledge.comLove Life – https://lovelife.orgQuestions? Reach out: info@lovelife.org

Canceled by Culture, Called by Christ

In this compelling episode of the We Love Life Podcast, Daniel Parks, Executive Director of Love Life, interviews Juan Riesco, Love Life’s Chicago City Director and national Social Media Coordinator.
Juan shares his remarkable transformation—from a lifestyle of homosexuality, cocaine addiction, and illegal graffiti to becoming a successful entrepreneur, owning Chicago’s #1 rated restaurant, and eventually surrendering it all for the sake of Christ.
The conversation explores:
Juan’s radical salvation and how God saved his entire family
The rise and fall of Nini’s Deli and his bold stand against the BLM movement
How God led him from the business world into full-time pro-life ministry
What’s happening in Chicago as Love Life reaches moms at abortion centers
Why social media is a modern-day mission field and how Christians can use it to glorify Jesus
Practical advice on storytelling, reaching hearts online, and countering lies with truth
Juan’s testimony is a powerful reminder that God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. This episode encourages listeners to trust God’s leading, even through trials, and to boldly share truth in today’s culture.
🎙 New video episodes premiere Thursdays at 7PM ET🎧 Audio versions release Friday mornings on all major podcast platforms
▶️ Watch Juan’s full story in the documentary “Paint the Wall Black” – available on YouTube
🌐 Learn more and get involved at: https://lovelife.org📩 For questions or feedback, email: info@lovelife.org
👍 LIKE | 💬 COMMENT | 🔁 SHARE | ✅ SUBSCRIBETogether, let's create a culture of Love and Life.

What Happens When the Church Takes a Stand for Life?

In this powerful episode of the We Love Life Podcast, Daniel Parks (Executive Director of Love Life) is joined by Brian Ottinger (Director of Expansion) and special guest Pastor Los Morales of Christ Alone Fellowship in Lancaster, PA. Together, they dive deep into what it looks like when a local church takes ownership of the mission to end abortion and care for families in crisis.
Pastor Los shares his incredible journey from a broken past to becoming a faithful shepherd, leading a diverse, gospel-centered church just blocks from a Planned Parenthood. You’ll hear how God used his baby sister to break his heart at 15—and how that moment eventually led him to a life of ministry and saving lives.
They discuss: 📍 Raising up sidewalk missionaries 📍 Challenges and opposition from other churches 📍 Why more men are stepping into this mission 📍 The need for black and brown churches to engage on the issue of life 📍 How churches can become Houses of Refuge
This episode is full of truth, humility, and practical inspiration for pastors, ministry leaders, and believers who want to see the Church united and mobilized to create a culture of Love and Life.
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📲 Connect with us: https://lovelife.org📨 Email us: info@lovelife.org🌐 Learn more about Pastor Los: https://christalonefellowship.com✍️ Read his blog: https://realtalkpastor.com

🚨 Planned Parenthood Manhattan CLOSED – God Answered Prayer!

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Planned Parenthood Manhattan Is CLOSING! 🚨
In this special off-the-cuff episode of the We Love Life Podcast, we’re coming to you straight from the frontlines in New York City with an incredible update—Planned Parenthood Manhattan is shutting down, and the building is officially up for sale! 🙌
Join Daniel Parks, Executive Director of Love Life, and Lisa Washington as they rejoice over this miraculous moment, sharing how God has answered years of prayer and faithful labor. This location, once performing over 11,000 abortions per year, is being shut down forever! But we believe the story isn’t over yet—what if this very building became a Love Life Center instead?
🔥 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:✔️ The incredible moment Lisa and her team discovered the closure✔️ The power of persistent prayer and mobilized churches✔️ Why this is just the beginning—how YOU can be a part of the next victory✔️ A call for pastors, churches, and business leaders to take action
💬 What do you think? Could this building become a LOVE LIFE Center? Drop a comment below and let’s keep believing for MORE!
📢 Get Involved:🔗 Join a prayer walk or start one in your city: https://lovelife.org‼️ Donate to the cause: lovelife.org/donate📧 Contact Love Life NYC: nyc@lovelife.org🙏 Pray with us for the next steps—let’s see the Church rise up!
🔥 If God can shut down an abortion stronghold in NYC, He can do it in your city too! Share this episode and spread the word!

Breaking the Silence: Healing After Abortion with Stephanie Reinhart

In this episode of the We Love Life Podcast, Daniel Parks sits down with Stephanie Reinhart, the director of Restored Life, to discuss the impact of abortion on the church and the power of healing through abortion recovery ministry.
Stephanie shares her personal journey of healing, the staggering number of men and women in the church affected by abortion, and how God is restoring lives through Restored Life. She also shares powerful testimonies of those who have found freedom after years—sometimes decades—of carrying guilt, shame, and silence.
We also invite you to join us in daily prayer at 9:29 AM (Mark 9:29), believing that through prayer and fasting, God will break the stronghold of abortion in our nation.
🔗 Find Healing & Resources: https://lovelife.org/restoredlife📩 Contact Us: info@lovelife.org
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