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Read more about the article Changing hearts

Changing hearts

  • Post author:Robert Fleischmann
  • Post published:2023/12/26
  • Post category:FIC Features/Forward in Christ/FIC Series

For 35 years, I have traveled throughout North America giving presentations and Bible classes on life issues. Invariably, attendees try to pin me down on political issues. I always respond,…

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Read more about the article Time to get to work

Time to get to work

  • Post author:Robert Fleischmann
  • Post published:2022/08/31
  • Post category:FIC Features/Forward in Christ

Overturning Roe v. Wade is not the end of the line for pro-life Christians. Now more than ever we need to reflect God's love to those who are struggling with…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: The unique path of embryo adoption

My Christian life: The unique path of embryo adoption

  • Post author:Christa Potratz
  • Post published:2022/05/25
  • Post category:FIC Features/Forward in Christ/FIC Series

A couple struggling with infertility embarks on a journey into embryo adoption. Leah Bongard will share with anyone the story of how her son, Isaac, entered the world. It is…

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Read more about the article WELS podcasts: Life Challenges

WELS podcasts: Life Challenges

  • Post author:FIC
  • Post published:2022/02/25
  • Post category:Podcast/Forward in Christ/FIC News/FIC Series

Podcast: Life Challenges Hosts: Pastors Robert Fleishmann and Jeffrey Samelson, volunteer Christa Potratz Description: “Join Christian Life Resources as we discuss biblical perspectives on modern-day issues.” A taste of previous…

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Read more about the article The future of abortion

The future of abortion

  • Post author:Jeffrey Samelson
  • Post published:2021/12/27
  • Post category:FIC Features/Forward in Christ/FIC Series

Whether Roe v. Wade stays or goes, the lives of unborn babies will continue to matter to all the members of Christ’s church. Some were probably surprised that she was so…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: A single mother finds a new beginning

My Christian life: A single mother finds a new beginning

  • Post author:Alicia A. Neumann
  • Post published:2021/12/07
  • Post category:FIC Features/Forward in Christ/FIC Series

A struggling single parent finds a home, community, and renewed faith. Two and a half years ago, Erika was pregnant and living in what she calls some “unsavory” temporary housing.…

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