Trulife Radio

The word "pro-life" has come to be synonymous with the issue of abortion.  While "pro-life" certainly encompasses the issue of abortion, a pro-life issue is any that deals with the the devaluation of life in some way as to deprive someone of life, regardless of age.  Today, we will deal with a present situation involving the hospitalization and consequent tragedy of 13 year-old Jahi McMath, a young girl who has been declared brain dead by hospital doctors.  However, she survives on life support, and her family is fighting to keep her on life support and transported to an alternate care facility while the hospital and even a judge has ordered the removal of all life-sustaining medical care. Walter Hoye, from Issues4Life Foundation, will be our guest today to discuss how the Jahi McMath case provides the pro-life community with the opportunity to communicate the overall pro-life viewpoint.  Rev. Hoye has been in contact with the McMath family and will share with us their struggle against the medical staff tr

Join Devin & Melissa Pellew as they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week we have two exciting guests! The first segment will include Pastor Dan Phillips of Copperfield Bible Church (Houston, TX), graduate of Talbot Theological Seminary. Dan has authored two books and is founder and contributor to Pyromaniacs blog, which also features other well known theologians such as Phil Johnson. Dan will discuss his testimony of coming out of the pre-new age cult, Religious Science, years ago and the work that he is doing now through the Pyromaniacs blog. During our second segment, we will be discussing the Resurrection of Jesus. On the air with us to discuss this topic will be Shawn White, Director of Smart Faith Apologetics Ministry in Peoria, AZ. Is there any historical evidence for The Resurrection? Was The Resurrection really physical or just spiritual and why is that distinction important? Are there reliable sources outside of the Bible that point to

Today, hypocritical headlines involving an physical attack on Abolish Human Abortion members at an abortion facility, the blanket persecution and murder of Syrian Christians, and what's NOT happening to abortionist Douglas Karpen in Texas. Plus, what would A&E do without Phil Robertson and Duck Dynasty?  A rehashing of the controversy surrounding the Duck Commander is almost obligatory at this point, but as always, we will point out the pro-life aspect of it you won't hear anywhere else. Plus, the overpromised 12 Stupidest Things Ever TODAY.  We will talk stupid--no more excuses! Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a HappyHappyHappy New Year to all our PLFR listeners --Love and Blessings, Letitia, Melissa, and Thomas

Join Devin & Melissa Pellew as they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week we will be rebroadcasting our show from December 6, 2012. We were so excited to have Dr. Norman Geisler, who is one of the fathers of the modern apologetics movement in America- having written over 80 books on various apolgetic and theological topics, started two apologetics- focused seminaries and having taught and lectured all over the world. Dr. Geisler pn the show with us to answer various apologetic questions- namely related to the New Atheist Movement. We will also had Christian counselor and Southern Evangelical Seminary graduate, Mike Kozlinski, with us after Dr. Geisler to discuss biblical Christian counseling and how knowing theology proper, anthropology, soteriology and apologetics informs one's ability and approach to counseling. You do not want to miss this exciting show! 

Today, are black women saving Planned Parenthood?  That's what is being said of celebrity black women like Star Jones and Nia Long this week on the online magazine The Root.  Melissa tackles this article to get at what's really going on in the relationship between Planned Parenthood and the black community. We will also be discussing the first-ever and only known reversal of an abortion in process with the doctor who performed this amazing feat, Dr. Matt Harrison.  Dr. Harrison was able to save baby Kaylie from near certain death after her mother, Ashley, took the first of the RU-486 abortion pills.  Listen to Dr. Harrison's experiences dealing with the culture of death. We also welcome Bill Diss, the high school teacher from Portland who was targeted by Planned Parenthood, and in collusion with his school administrators, was fired from his teaching job earlier this month.  We will explore what Bill has learned about Planned Parenthood in his many years opposing their expansion and sex ed content and how yo

Join Devin and Melissa Pellew each week at they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week, we will have a continuation of our series on Thinkers of the Past. We will have discussed St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Anselm. This week, we will be discussing the influence that 18th century philosopher David Hume has had on modern thought and how his empiricism and skepticism has even shaped how we deal with arguing for God's existence today. On the air with us to discuss Hume will be Dr. Gregory Sadler, author and instructor at Marist College, who received both his Master's and PhD in Philosophy from Southern Illinois Carbondale. He is also founder of ReasonIO, an organization that bring philosophy into practice, making complex classical philosophical ideas accessible for a wide audience of professionals, students, and life-long learners. Please join us for this enlightening discussion and we will also be taking your calls. You don't want to miss this exciting an

What happens when a medical procedure goes horribly wrong? On August 14, 2013 when Maggie Rhodes took her 3 month old infant son into Christ Community Health Services for a routine circumcision, little did she know that both of their lives would be changed forever. What is the true meaning of the Unaffordable Lack-of-Care and Patient Victimization Act when it comes to insuring abortion procedures? Yesterday, the Michigan state legislatures passed a final veto-proof vote to require health insurance policies to separate coverage for abortions under a rider at request only. Of course, this created a controversy with pro-life and pro-abortion supporters. Listen how we dissect the arguments on both sides of this law.

Join Devin & Melissa Pellew as they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. With the Christmas holiday approaching, there appears to be more and more attacks on the Deity of Christ so this week we will have a discussion The Doctrine of the Trinity. What is The Trinity? How do we defend this essential doctrine against groups such as the Jehovah's Witnesses? Did Jesus really claim to be God? On the air with us to discuss this topic will be Christian apologist and author, Rob Bowman, Director of Research with the Institute for Religious Research. Rob holds an M.A in Biblical Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary, completed his doctoral studies at Westminister Theological Seminary and is currently pursuing the completion of his doctoral dissertation at the South African Theological Seminary. For ten years, he also taught graduate courses in apologetics at Luther Rice University and Biola and is the author of many articles and books pertaining to apologetics,

Today, what does The Walking Dead and abortionists have in common?  Listen and find out in today's broadcast. We discovered that the Depo-Provera contraception issue we interviewed Elaine Riddick about last week is so much more involved than one interview could cover, so we will continue exploring this topic by interviewing Kwame Fosu, CFO of The Rebecca Project.  The Rebecca Project is spearheading a class-action suit against Pfizer, the manufacturer of Depo-Provera.  We will be asking Kwame about the circustances that have brought the dangers of Depo-Provera to the forefront.  

Join Devin & Melissa Pellew as they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week we will be discussing the King James Version- only controversy. Is the the King James Version of the Bible the only correct translation of the Scriptures? Have the other versions of the Bible been corrupted and/or contain errors? On the air to discuss this topic with us will be Bible teacher and apologist, Fred Butler, graduate of the Master's Seminary and Volunteer Coordinator at Grace to You Ministries, which is lead by Dr. John MacArthur. As a former KJV- onlyist, Fred has some great insight and research to share on this topic. You do not want to miss this very interesting discussion on a very relevant topic.

How can slavery be over, when people on TV are often caught wanting to subjugate their fellow man with those very words?  Letitia, Melissa, and Thomas discuss the latest example coming from MSNBC's Martin Bashir. Plus, the potential bombshell bill in the U.S. Senate that seeks to undo every abortion regulation and restriction in all 50 states, if Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) has his way--we will be analyzing the nature of this legislation and what ramifications it has for legal abortion. There's been a new fight on the field, but this time it comes from the pro-life side.  PLFR has had three members of Abolish Human Abortion on to share their views before, and it is time to evaluate their position and methods, especially as much of the pro-life community are also objects of their criticism as much as abortion supporters are.  Does the term "pro-life" mean "pro-abortion" now?  Guest Cary Michael Bogue talks about his new group on facebook "Abolishing All Abortion Incrementally," the meaning behind the name

What are the real faces of women who gave birth to their children conceived in rape?  What are the faces of their sons and daughters?  Listen to the stories of those who survived the devaluation of their lives, both mothers and children.  Listen to their attitudes of triumph over adversity and break every excuse concocted by abortion supporters to tell society why legal abortion is "needed."   Today, we interview two wonderful children conceived in rape as they tell their stories.  Thomas, one of PLFR's hosts, appears in the documentary "Pro-Life Without Exceptions."  He will detail for us the journey he has taken to be a part of the documentary and the stories that are contained within. We also welcome Monica Kelsey, a woman who also was a child conceived in rape and is now an outspoken pro-life speaker.  Listen to her compelling story of triumph of life and meeting her birth mother.  From her website: Monica Kelsey always knew she was adopted, but it wasn't until age 37 that she learned the circumstances

Join Devin and Melissa Pellew each week at they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week, we will be discussing various arguments for God's existence. On the air with us to discuss this topic will be Brice Paolozzi of Apologetics.com Radio. Bruce is currently working on a Ph.D in Philosophy of Religion and Theology at the School of Religion of Claremont Graduate University. His area of academic specialization is in the thought of Thomas Aquinas and currently has a book contribution on Thomas Aquinas and apologetic method currently pending with the University of Notre Dame Press. We will discuss a number of arguments related to God's existence so you don't want to miss this exciting and informative show! 

Join Devin and Melissa Pellew each week at they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week, we will explore the question: "Can atheism support a commitment to truth, reason and morality?". On the air with us to discuss this topic will be Dr. Neil Shenvi, Research Scientist in the Chemistry Department at Duke University. Neil is a graduate of Princeton University and UC-Berkeley, where he earned a PhD in Chemistry, and completed post-doctoral studies at Yale University. Join us as we discuss this very interesting and thought-provoking question with an experienced Christian apologist.  

Letitia Wong analyzes the current headlines for their pro-life angle.  First, the Virginia Gubernatorial Election--to what should we attribute the win of Democrat Terry McCauliff?  And what of New Jersey's re-election of Republican Governor Chris Christie?  And who is house hunting for a Governor's mansion in Texas?  The pro-life position is key in all these elections and more, so why is a topic like abortion considered "just" a pro-life issue when it is the subject of furious debate?  Join Letitia as she explains exactly how social issues are more than "just" social issues. Pre-recorded on Wednesday, November 6, 2013.

Today, HEADLINES!  Join Letitia, Thomas, and Melissa as we trod out the pro-life stories you need to know, from the evolution of Obamacare revelations to what is happening with the St. Louis Planned Parenthood.   Plus, yet another story of courageous parents who are taking on the pro-death mentality by the horns.  Sheryl Crosier, author of I Am Not a Syndrome - My Name Is Simon, talks about her son Simon who was born with Trisomy 18.  We will be asking her to share the emotional details of her pregnancy and birth experience with a child that many in the medical community looked on as damaged and therefore disposable. As always, our call lines are open to your calls.

Today, we discuss how Congressman Alan Grayson (D-FL) is attempting to send America back 75 years with his burning crosses and KKK talk against the Tea Party.  We will examine how his party of death is still the party of death. Plus, we will talk about the little-mentioned ways that liberal and 'green' policies are anti-life.  That's right, Big Wind, big Solar, and Big Health Care will rob you of more than a little cash up front. Our esteemed guest today is Charlotte Bergmann, candidate for Congress (TN).  Join us as we talk about her views on pro-life policies and how to best address the life needs of the born and the almost born in America.  

Do you want to see how abortion-supporting politicians contradict themselves over their claims to want to "help people?"  Today, we are going to take a close look at Terry McCauliff's latest statements as he runs for governor of Virginia. Plus, what is an abortionist?  You'll be surprised at the answer. What does the environment have to do with being pro-life?  Is concern over global climate change really pro-life?  We will analyze the heart of the green movement as it relates to issues of life as we speak with  Dr. E. Calvin Beisner from the Cornwall Alliance for the Stewardship of Creation.   From the website: The Cornwall Alliance is a coalition of clergy, theologians, religious leaders, scientists, academics, and policy experts committed to bringing a balanced Biblical view of stewardship to the critical issues of environment and development. The Cornwall Alliance fully supports the principles espoused in the Cornwall Declaration on Environmental Stewardship, and is seeking to promote those principles

Join Devin and Melissa Pellew each week at they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week, we will continue our discussion of the Protestant Reformation in honor of Reformation Month. We will be discussing the Protestant view of Justification and how it differs from the Roman Catholic view. We will also examine N.T Wright's view on the topic- the New Paul Perspective. On the air with us to discuss this topic will be Nathanael Taylor, graduate of Biola University (Theology), Westiminster Theological Seminary (M. Div) and Talbot School of Theology (Philosophy). Nathanael currently serves as Ruling Elder and Interim Pastor at Christ Church Presbyterian in Irvine, CA. You do not want to miss this informative show as we deal with this very important topic and take your calls.

Join Devin and Melissa Pellew each week at they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week, we will continue our discussion on The Protestant Reformation in order of Reformation Month. We will be discussing to topic of Sola Scriptura. What is sola scripture? What is it not? We will look at some of the misconceptions among both Protestants and Roman Catholics on this topic. On the air with us to discuss this topic will be Nathanael Taylor, graduate of Biola University (Theology), Westminister Theological Seminary (M. Div.) and Talbot School of Theology (Philosophy).  Nathanael currently serves as Ruling Elder and interim Pastor at Christ Church Presbyterian in Irvine, CA. We will discuss these as well as a number of other questions related to Sola Scriptura and we will be taking your calls.