God's Solutions for Today's Problems

Our Ordained Chaplains Scripture verse for today is Acts 20:35 which reads, “I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Our Ordained Chaplains quote for today is from A.W. Pink. He said, “Afflictions are light when compared with what we really deserve. They are light when compared with the sufferings of the Lord Jesus. But perhaps their real lightness is best seen by comparing them with the weight of glory which is awaiting us.” In this podcast, we will continue discussing the book “Out of the Depths” by Anton T. Boisen. We continue today with “Halfway Long Pants” (Part 1): Six years after we had returned to the old home our household was considerably enlarged. Uncle Brown Wylie died, leaving four minor children, and the three youngest came to live with their grandparents. This was no light responsibility for a woman of seventy-eight, but my grandmother accepted it with her characteristic cheerfulness. …

Our Work of the Chaplain passage for this episode is Psalm 31:1-4 which says, “In thee, O Lord, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness. Bow down thine ear to me; deliver me speedily: be thou my strong rock, for an house of defence to save me. For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name’s sake lead me, and guide me. Pull me out of the net that they have laid privily for me: for thou art my strength.” Our Work of the Chaplain quote for this episode is from Henry Ward Beecher. He said, “A helping word to one in trouble is often like a switch on a railroad track an inch between a wreck and smooth, rolling prosperity.” In this podcast, we are going through the fine book: “The Work of the Chaplain” by Naomi K. Paget and Janet R. McCormack. Our topic today is: Ministry Tasks and Competencies for the Chaplain (Part 8) — Being a Servant Leader The chaplain may be a person of authority—a military officer, a departmental manager, a team leader, or a senior staff member. The chaplain may also be the person who has the most resources for spiritual care within the organization. The chaplain may even be a prominent figure within the organization, among the community, or in the public eye. Regardless of status or wherewithal, the chaplain must assume the attitude of the servant. …

Our Ordained Chaplains scripture verse for today is Acts 20:35 which reads, “I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Our Ordained Chaplains quote for today is from Francis Schaeffer. He said, “Biblical orthodoxy without compassion is surely the ugliest thing in the world.” In this podcast, we will continue discussing the book “Out of the Depths” by Anton T. Boisen. We continue today with “In the Old Home” (Part 5): The name I went hy among the gang was “Fessor.” There was nothing distinctive about this. I was called “Fessor for the same reason the doctor’s son was called “Doc.” During this period I was rather shy and distrustful of myself. I was fond of books, fond also of working with tools. After school I usually went home rather than off with the others. I had chores to do, wood to split and carry up, the garden to care for and the chickens to feed. And there were many interesting things to do, especially in my grandfather s workshop. …

Our Work of the Chaplain passage for this episode is Colossians 3:12-13 which says, “Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering; Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.” Our Work of the Chaplain quote for this episode is from John Wesley. He said, “God is the first object of our love: Its next office is, to bear the defects of others. And we should begin the practice of this amidst our own household.” In this podcast, we are going through the fine book: “The Work of the Chaplain” by Naomi K. Paget and Janet R. McCormack. Our topic today is: Ministry Tasks and Competencies for the Chaplain (Part 6) — Offering Counsel The chaplain is often called upon to be a counselor for employees, clients, employers, and institution. While providing counsel is helpful, the chaplain must clearly understand the difference between being a pastoral (or spiritual) counselor and being a counselor in the therapeutic or clinical sense. Some chaplains are especially gifted or trained in counseling. This is a bonus. However, if the client seems to need more than four to six sessions, a referral is probably in order. Chaplains must maintain a network of good counselors who specialize in many of the frequently needed areas of expertise— marriage, family, and children. …

Our Work of the Chaplain passage for this episode is Luke 6:30-31 which says, “Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again. And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.” Our Work of the Chaplain quote for this episode is from Smith Wigglesworth. He said, “God has chosen us to help one another.” In this podcast, we are going through the fine book: “The Work of the Chaplain” by Naomi K. Paget and Janet R. McCormack. Our topic today is: Ministry Tasks and Competencies for the Chaplain (Part 5) — Assessing the Need The chaplain meets new people on a regular basis. Often these people come with urgent needs and issues for which they have few or no ready resources. They may not expect long-term spiritual care, but they recognize their inadequacy in a particular situation. Before the chaplain can provide any ministry intervention, the chaplain must make an assessment of the person and the circumstance. …

Our Ordained Chaplains scripture verse for today is Lamentations 3:32 which reads, “But though he cause grief, yet will he have compassion according to the multitude of his mercies.” Our Ordained Chaplains quote for today is from John MacArthur. He said, “Remember that even Jesus’ most scathing denunciation – a blistering diatribe against the religious leaders of Jerusalem in Matthew 23 – ends with Christ weeping over Jerusalem. Compassion colored everything He did.” In this podcast, we will continue discussing the book “Out of the Depths” by Anton T. Boisen. We continue today with “In the Old Home” (Part 2): Lizzie came of a family of slaves who had been freed before the Civil War, Their presence in Bloomington was due to the Covenanter sympathy with the Negroes and she herself was a devout member of the Old Side Covenanter Church on South Walnut Street. She was a student of the stars, a study to which my grandfather had introduced her. She knew all the principal constellations and all the brighter stars, and no comet ever escaped her attention. A finer spirit there never was. We all looked upon her as one of the family* Looking back over this period, the picture of my grandfather occupies always an important place. In the earlier years I see him at his desk upstairs, toiling over the history of the University, which, with a small honorarium, had been assigned to him in lieu of a pension. He was slightly below average in height, brisk in his movements, always neatly dressed, to the end of his days relying upon his Philadelphia tailor for his clothing. He was an orderly person, keeping his papers neatly filed and his books carefully arranged. He would sometimes get mildly irritated if I misplaced his woodworking or drawing instruments, but he encouraged me to use them, and he was never too busy to help me with a problem in mathematics or a passage in Latin. I do not remember at any time any disagreements between him and my grandmother. She ran the household, and he did not interfere. But he was its head. We all recognized that. My schooling, as may be inferred, was considerably delayed. I had been held back by reason of the transfer from Lawrenceville, and I was still further delayed because of an injury to my left eye, which occurred shortly before my eighth birthday in 1884. I can remember quite well how it happened. At dinner that day the conversation had turned to the reaction of winking. My grandfather spoke of its protective function, and I left the table, curious about it all, and went to the front yard. There I began to swing on a gate underneath a large pear tree full of ripening pears. Two boys came along and demanded some pears. I refused. Thereupon one of them aimed a toy gun at me, one of the type that carried a rubber contraption on a wooden stock. Half curiously, half defiantly, I resolved not to wink. He banged away, and I was struck by an iron nail directly in the pupil of the eye. The eyelid was not touched. In our next podcast, we will continue with Part 3 of “In the Old Home.”

Our Work of the Chaplain passage for this episode is James 2:14-17 which says, “What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him? If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit? Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.” Our Work of the Chaplain quote for this episode is from Blaise Pascal. He said, “Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.” In this podcast, we are going through the fine book: “The Work of the Chaplain” by Naomi K. Paget and Janet R. McCormack. Our topic today is: Ministry Tasks and Competencies for the Chaplain (Part 4) — Pastor — Spiritual Care In deference to our nation’s ever increasing religious diversity, the language of chaplaincy is changing. At one time the preferred term was “pastoral care.” Later “pastoral care” seemed to be too Christian and therefore narrow in scope. The more acceptable term is becoming “spiritual care,” and chaplains now work in “spiritual care departments.” …

Our Work of the Chaplain passage for this episode is Galatians 5:22-23 which says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” Our Work of the Chaplain quote for this episode is from Augustine. He said, “What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like.” In this podcast, we are going through the fine book: “The Work of the Chaplain” by Naomi K. Paget and Janet R. McCormack. Our topic today is: Ministry Tasks and Competencies for the Chaplain (Part 3) — Religious Witness Chaplains also assume the role of a religious witness to their own faith and beliefs. Although techniques and methods vary among denominations and religions, chaplains also represent their personal faith tradition to the institutions they serve. As religious pluralists, they do not initiate a religious or evangelistic conversation, but by their character and actions — their presence — they begin the relationship that might open the doors for sharing their faith message. Because Americans enjoy the right to the free exercise of religion, proselytism — intentionally trying to convert someone to one’s personal religious faith or belief system — is highly unethical. Instead, chaplains find common ground for building the relationships that build trust and encourage discovery. Being a religious pluralist is not abandoning one’s faith. Being a religious pluralist requires strength and wisdom for the chaplain who is faithful to his or her own faith and beliefs while being respectful and supportive of people whose faith traditions and practices are very different. The result of religious accommodation is peace and unity— a place where each person can experience the transcendent and the divine without compromise, resentment, or universalism. When asked, chaplains share their own spiritual pilgrimage and witness to their own faith. …

Our Work of the Chaplain passage for this episode is Galatians 5:22-23 which says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” Our Work of the Chaplain quote for this episode is from Augustine. He said, “What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like.” In this podcast, we are going through the fine book: “The Work of the Chaplain” by Naomi K. Paget and Janet R. McCormack. Our topic today is: Ministry Tasks and Competencies for the Chaplain (Part 3) — Religious Witness Chaplains also assume the role of a religious witness to their own faith and beliefs. Although techniques and methods vary among denominations and religions, chaplains also represent their personal faith tradition to the institutions they serve. As religious pluralists, they do not initiate a religious or evangelistic conversation, but by their character and actions — their presence — they begin the relationship that might open the doors for sharing their faith message. Because Americans enjoy the right to the free exercise of religion, proselytism — intentionally trying to convert someone to one’s personal religious faith or belief system — is highly unethical. Instead, chaplains find common ground for building the relationships that build trust and encourage discovery. Being a religious pluralist is not abandoning one’s faith. Being a religious pluralist requires strength and wisdom for the chaplain who is faithful to his or her own faith and beliefs while being respectful and supportive of people whose faith traditions and practices are very different. The result of religious accommodation is peace and unity— a place where each person can experience the transcendent and the divine without compromise, resentment, or universalism. When asked, chaplains share their own spiritual pilgrimage and witness to their own faith. …

Our Ordained Chaplains scripture verse for today is Matthew 25:40 which reads, “And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Our Ordained Chaplains quote for today is from George Washington Carver. He said, “How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving and tolerant of the weak and strong. Because someday in your life you will have been all of these.” In this podcast, we will continue discussing the book “Out of the Depths” by Anton T. Boisen. We continue today with “Early Years: Earliest Impressions” (Part 6): Memorial services were held for him [my father] in Lawrenceville and in Bloomington. At Indiana University the address was given by David Starr Jordan. This address has been of particular importance to me. I give it in full: “Think of me always at my best, Davy” was the last request of Steerforth to David Copperfield. And to-day, as we meet to do honor to the memory of Professor Boisen, it behooves us to cast aside all other recollections and to think of him only at his best, for men of genius have ever their ebb and flow. All such memories we shall lay aside forever. For at his best what a man he was! So broad, so fine, so tender, so intense. A teacher who inspired all with whom he came in contact; who touched everything with life and made even the vagaries of the German article a thing of beauty and of light. A linguist to whom all languages and all literatures caine as a natural inheritance, who rejoiced alike in the misty dreams of the stormy Northmen, the homely life of the Plattdeutscher, and the polished imagery of the Greeks; a lover of nature whose knowledge of trees and plants and flowers was the envy of professional botanists; one who saw everything in nature and had a heart open to all sweet influences of flower and bird and sky; a man of boundless energy who threw into the most trifling duty the full strength of his mighty soul. Thus sometimes his work seemed like that of a mighty engine fastened to a common cart, for he never did all that he could have done either as a teacher or a writer. The time had not yet come when the world could put him to its highest use. My pleasantest memories of Professor Boisen are associated with his love of nature and his fine appreciation of German literature, German life, German history and German scenery. He could speak of each of these in a strain of vigor and of poetry such as one rarely hears. He once laid out a tramp for us through Holstein and Thuringia and was never weary of telling us of the beautiful things we should see on the road, the rocks and lakes and glens and castles, the Inselberg, the Liebenstein, and the forest-hidden Ukleisee, which, alas, we shall never see with his eyes. When I first visited this city five years ago, Professor Boisen, as the highest courtesy he could show me, took me out in his carriage to see the treasure of Bloomington. It Is a steep hill-side, covered with trees and carpeted with a flower seldom seen in the west, the trailing arbutus, the may-flower of our Pilgrim fathers. I never had a more delightful companion. Never was I with one who saw more or better. Every bush was to him an old friend. Every leaf he knew. Every bud was to him the promise of an opening flower and to see a flower in the early spring a thing worth living for. To me the woods and glens around Bloomington are full of memories of him and with the arbutus-covered hillside his name should be forever associated. In our next broadcast, we will continue with Part 1 of “Early Years: In the Old Home.” —PRAYER— Now, if you have come across this broadcast, and do not know the Lord Jesus Christ as your Saviour, allow me to show you how. First,

Our passage from the Word of God today is Psalm 139:1-3. It reads, “O lord, thou hast searched me, and known me. Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising, thou understandest my thought afar off. Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways.” Our quote for today is from Michael Houdmann. He said, “The prevention plan for burnout is to rest in Jesus and follow His direction for life.” Our problem today is “The Problem of Burnout in Your Life” (part 2) from the book, “The Guide to Biblical Counseling” by Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Ron Hawkins. — First, here are some questions to ask your self if you are dealing with burnout: 1. How are you feeling physically? (If people are experiencing burnout, chances are they haven’t been caring for themselves physically. If your client hasn’t had a recent physical, recommend that he or she have one.) 2. How are you feeling emotionally? 3. How long have you felt like this? 4. When did these feelings start? 5. What prompted you to seek help now? 6. What are the stressors in your life? 7. How large a part does each stressor play in your stress level? 8. What kind of support do you get—both with your responsibilities and for yourself personally? 9. How do you perceive yourself? (For example, someone who feels that he or she must meet all the needs of an aging parent to be a “good” child is going to experience failure.) 10. What do you do for fun?

God’s Solutions for Today’s Problems #29 Our passage from the Word of God today is Ephesians 4:31-32. It reads, “Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.” Our quote for today is from Amy Carmichael. She said, “There is only one way of victory over the bitterness and rage that comes naturally to us–To will what God wills brings peace.” Our problem today is “The Problem of Bitterness in Your Life” (part 1) from the book, “The Guide to Biblical Counseling” by Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Ron Hawkins. Today, we will offer some Definitions and Key Thoughts on Bitterness: But first, some Portraits… – Becky has not been to church for over a year. The leaders in her last church sided against her when she brought them concerns over inappropriate advances by a worship leader. She has tried but cannot seem to get past the bitterness. She thought her church cared for her. – David’s father was killed by a drunk driver when David was a teenager. Life was difficult for David’s family after that. The man was given only a light sentence. David is bitter at the unfairness of life. – Adam’s parents constantly belittle him as he was growing up. Now an adult, he suffers from depression and anxiety and cannot figure out why he can’t get over it. – Laura’s husband does not seem interested in meeting any of her emotional needs. He is distant and cold when she tries to talk to him about it. Over time, she has given up hoping that he will ever change and sees no reason to continue in the marriage. – Claire’s boss is demanding and extremely critical. He humiliated Claire in front of her co-workers by judging her work unfairly. Claire can’t seem to let it go and fantasizes about plots for revenge. ——— Bitterness is an attitude of extended and intense anger and hostility. It is often accompanied by resentment and a desire to get even. It is a result of not forgiving an offender and letting the hurt and anger grow until the pain and resentment sour the person’s view of life. Bitterness is a sin that destroys life. Hebrews 12:14-15 warns that bitterness corrupts by its poison. Romans 12:17-19 commands not to seek revenge, but rather let God avenge the wrong. Bitterness can be conquered only by forgiveness. Ephesians 4:31-32 says to get rid of bitterness by replacing it with forgiveness. …

God’s Solutions for Today’s Problems #6 Our passage from the Word of God today is Romans 15:13. It reads, “Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.” Our quote for today is from Rick Warren. He said, “What gives me the most hope every day is God’s grace; knowing that his grace is going to give me the strength for whatever I face, knowing that nothing is a surprise to God.” Our problem today is “The Problem of Abortion in Your Life” (part 6) from the book, “The Guide to Biblical Counseling” by Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Ron Hawkins: Today, we want to share with you some Biblical Insights on dealing with abortion: Exodus 21:22 says: “If men strive, and hurt a woman with child, so that her fruit depart from her, and yet no mischief follow: he shall be surely punished, according as the woman’s husband will lay upon him; and he shall pay as the judges determine.” This verse shows God’s protection of the most defenseless people on the planet — children in the womb. Even causing a premature but otherwise healthy birth was a punishable offense. God is the champion of life and has always protected women, children, and the weakest members of society. Psalm 139:16 says: “Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them.” God knows each person from the moment of conception. His eyes see the unformed body in the mother’s womb. Many claim that a child in the womb is no more than a mass of tissue, but the Bible makes it clear that God sees the tiny embryo as a new life with a future already prepared. To abort a child is to end a human life unjustly. A baby’s heart begins to beat around twenty-two days after conception. The highest percentages of reported abortions were for women unmarried (82 percent), white (55 percent), and aged less than twenty-five years (52 percent). Jeremiah 1:5 says: “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.” God is well acquainted with every individual from the time each person is conceived. He has plans for each one. God knows everything, so He knows that some young lives will end all too soon. Matthew 2:16 says: “Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently inquired of the wise men.” Although the arguments over abortion almost always use the language of agonizing choices between two lives, the practice of abortion almost always comes down to the choice between a life and convenience or between a life and other plans or between a life and a lifestyle. The thinking that makes an unborn child disposable doesn’t have to change much before people consider the elimination of unwanted living children. The defenders of the “right of choice” believe they can make any choice they want and that a choice is right because they made it. Choice may be a human right, but every choice isn’t a right one. There is an absolute standard in the character and revelation of God. All choices we make will be measured against this standard and we will be accountable for them. Focus on heaven and God’s care of the child for eternity. Second Samuel 12:22-23 says: “And he said, While the child was yet alive, I fasted and wept: for I said, Who can tell whether God will be gracious to me, that the child may live? But now he is dead,

God’s Solutions for Today’s Problems #5 Our passage from the Word of God today is Isaiah 41:10. It reads, “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” Our quote for today is from Benjamin Lotter. He said, “Today is a new day. Yesterday’s mistakes cannot affect today’s possibilities unless you dwell on them.” Our problem today is “The Problem of Abortion in Your Life” (part 5) from the book, “The Guide to Biblical Counseling” by Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Ron Hawkins: Today, we want to offer some “Action Steps” you can take to deal with abortion: If You Are Contemplating Abortion: 1. Consider Options. You may feel that your only option is an abortion. This simply isn’t so. Throughout the United States, there are nearly 3000 Crisis Pregnancy Centers staffed by volunteers who want to give true alternatives and who will lovingly help you. Find the nearest Crisis Pregnancy Center in your community. Look in the Yellow Pages under the heading “Abortion Alternatives” or call 1-800-848-LOVE. (To find more resources or a crisis pregnancy center in your area, go to www.lifecall.org.) 2. Communicate. You will need to communicate with other family members about the situation. Assess how to do that (depending on what you know of the family members). if needed, get a third party, such as a pastor, counselor, or trusted friend involved in such a conversation. 3. Get Help. Get your parents or a trusted friend to contact the Crisis Pregnancy Center with you. 4. Follow Up. Set another appointment with your pastor or counselor to follow up on your progress. Although you may regret your pregnancy, you can begin immediately to make some wise choices regarding the future of your baby. If You Have Had an Abortion in the Past: 1. Tell Your Story. Continue to tell your story through future counseling sessions and journaling. 2. Get Help. Several organizations and materials exist to facilitate the healing from abortion. To help with this, please feel free to check out Post Abortion Treatment and Healing at www.HealingAfterAbortion.org. Also, check out Silent No More Awareness at www.silentnomoreawareness.org. 3. Find Support. If there is a confidential grief support group in your area, I would encourage you to attend their sessions. 4. Be Reassured. God loves you and accepts you just as you are. God has forgiven you and He wants you to forgive yourself and move forward in His plan for you. Healing from an abortion is a process and certainly cannot be accomplished in one counseling sessions; however, healing is possible. Forgiveness, including an ability to accept God’s forgiveness and to forgive yourself, are possible through God’s grace. Abortion is not the unforgivable sin. In our final podcast on this subject, we will offer some “Biblical Insights” to dealing with abortion.

God’s Solutions for Today’s Problems #4 Our passage from the Word of God today is Psalm 30:5. It reads, “For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” Our quote for today is from Ralph Waldo Emerson. He said, “What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you.” Our problem today is “Abortion” (part 4) from the book, “The Guide to Biblical Counseling” by Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Ron Hawkins: Today, we want to share some “Wise Counsel” to help those dealing with abortion: It is important to understand that you are making a decision for both your life and your baby’s life. Rather than going to college next semester or keeping your place on a sports team, choose to see the longer perspective. Feel free to talk with a counselor of your choice about any behaviors such as suicide or substance abuse that endanger your safety. 1. Ask God for forgiveness. 1 John 1:9 says, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 2. Accept God’s forgiveness. Psalm 32:1-2 says, “Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no guile.” 3. Forgive yourself. Psalm 103:10-12 says, ” He has not dealt with us according to our sins, Nor rewarded us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, So great is His lovingkindness toward those who fear Him. As far as the east is from the west, So far has He removed our transgressions from us.” 4. Seek professional and pastoral care. Proverbs 11:14 says, “Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” 5. Visualize God holding your baby. Psalm 139:14 says, “I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” 6. When God gives you grace, serve in some capacity to help pregnant young women. John 13:12-14 says, “So after he had washed their feet, and had taken his garments, and was set down again, he said unto them, Know ye what I have done to you? Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another’s feet.” In our next podcast we will offer some “Action Steps” to dealing with abortion.