Asia for Life

Joe Woodard
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The Asia for Life podcast discusses pro-life issues in East Asia from a Christian perspective. More at https://www.asiaforlife.com.

  1. 2019-12-17

    Human Trafficking and Abortion: What would you say?

    In this recording, I share my experience of sitting by a woman and her traffickers, while they were in the process of kidnapping her. I wasn't able to help her, and I couldn't find anyone willing to help. It was one of the most horrifying experiences I could imagine (besides, of course, being in that woman's situation myself). I draw comparisons between human trafficking and abortion, considering both of them as a violation of human rights. Then I use a very personal example to drive the point home.

    9 min

  2. 2019-12-15

    Hong Kong Human Rights Day Protest

    When I recorded this at the end of the protest, the Hong Kong Police were nearby--and there were far more than I realized! They were ready to take action at any moment. I brought eye protection, and had my tear gas mask in my backpack. INCREDIBLY, though, there was no tear gas fired that night! 800,000 people came to protest the anti-democratic policies of the Hong Kong and CCP government, as well as the police's shockingly indiscriminate use of tear gas during the past 6 months. But despite such a HUGE turnout, with so much anger and anxiety, the demonstration remained non-violent! This is an update and a short prayer I recorded at the end of the Hong Kong Human Rights Day Protest, which took place on December 8, 2019.

    6 min

  3. 2019-12-09

    Happy(?) Human Rights Day 2019!

    71 years ago the United Nations voted on the Declaration of Human Rights. How far have we come? Do we really believe in the rights of all human beings? And are we actually going to do anything about China's concentration camps? Maybe it's up to you and me. During a hike at Wo Hop Shek (Hong Kong's largest cemetery grounds), I shared some thoughts on what we can do, and why the world must focus on human rights abuses in China now. You can read the depressingly evasive statement from the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights here: https://www.ohchr.org/EN/NewsEvents/Pages/DisplayNews.aspx… To read more about the church I mentioned in the video, you can see Early Rain Church's Facebook Page (link below). In case you missed it, China's high-profile crackdown of this church took place last year--on the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights! China continues to send a very clear message about what they think of human rights and religious freedom, which the world must not ignore. https://www.facebook.com/prayforearlyrain/posts/486982141922637

    7 min

  4. 2019-10-26

    Remembering why it's wrong to commit gendercide

    In this #asiaforlifepodcast, we discuss "gendercide". Everyone agrees that if we get rid of too many girls, then it will create massive demographic problems in Asia, and will probably lead to serious human rights abuses. ‧ But that's not why it's wrong. ‧ As a background for the discussion, we talk about Sita, the baby girl who was buried alive in India a few weeks ago. Incredibly, she survived, and will be adopted. ‧ Obviously, the people you know are going to say that gendercide is wrong. And you might never personally encounter an instance of it. But the root problem is still very widespread, and it's very uncomfortable--and it's easier to ignore. ‧ Remember, this stuff happens all the time, but it rarely makes international news. So, do people really care? And if so...why? ‧ #gendercide #letgirlsbegirls #india #china #sexselection #sexselectiveabortions #印度 #性別滅絕 #維護生命 #愛惜生命 #asiaforlifepodcast ‧ Read more: https://www.asiaforlife.com/remembering-why-its-wrong-to-commit-gendercide/

    11 min

  5. 2019-10-15

    NYC 3—Praying at the UN, and Trump vs the Radical Pro-Choice Lobbyists

    "[M]any United Nations projects have attempted to assert a global right to taxpayer-funded abortion on demand, right up until the moment of delivery.  Global bureaucrats have absolutely no business attacking the sovereignty of nations that wish to protect innocent life." (U.S. President Donald Trump, United Nations General Assembly, September 24, 2019) In this #asiaforlife podcast, Joe shares about visiting the United Nations Headquarters. (Actually, it was a coffee shop nearby—but it was still cool!) The discussion includes: —Donald Trump helps religious freedom (even if he might not be a religious believer himself) —Some nuance about Trump's support of the international pro-life movement. —There are people praying at the United Nations —America is speaking up for countries that want to keep their anti-abortion laws Read more: https://www.asiaforlife.com/nyc-3-praying-un-trump-radical-choice-lobbyists

    7 min

  6. 2019-10-12

    NYC 2—Abortion in the Bronx, and Pro-Life Ministry

    The state of New York has 62 counties. Bronx County is consistently #62 in the "Quality of Life" ranking. The pro-life movement must be there to serve the community and give people hope that life is worth living. Today's discussion includes: —Pro-life ministry in the Bronx —40 Days for Life and how it's strengthened the global pro-life movement, as well as our public image —The need for churches to respond to the culture of death in their communities Read more: https://www.asiaforlife.com/nyc-2-abortion-in-the-bronx-and-pro-life-ministry-podcast/

    7 min

  7. 2019-10-05

    NYC 1—"Papa, My Papa"

    In this #asiaforlife podcast, Joe shares about some experiences and insights from a recent trip to New York City. The discussion includes: --A man who jumped in front of a train while holding his daughter --A governor who loudly celebrated the world's most radical abortion law --The incredibly urgent need for fathers in places like New York City Read more: https://www.asiaforlife.com/nyc-1-papa-my-papa-podcast/ #nyc #newyorkcity #bronx #dads #plannedparenthood #reproductivehealthact #governorcuomo #suicide #prolife #antiabortion #chinatown #愛惜生命 #asiaforlifepodcast

    16 min

  8. 2019-08-31

    Priscilla and Aquila—On Marriage, Ministry, and the Father School

    This #asiaforlifepodcast is a conversation with the Hong Kong couple Priscilla and Aquila. They met while working together to spread the Gospel to Chinese tourists. After getting married, they have also helped to build the Father School in Hong Kong and elsewhere. Read more: https://www.asiaforlife.com/priscilla-and-aquila-marriage-and-ministry/ For over 10 years, Priscilla and Aquila's ministry has reached out to tourists from China and around the world, who visit Hong Kong and Macau for vacation. By offering "blessing bags" and initiating conversations, they have reached out to literally millions of people with the Gospel message. But in this episode, we focus more on their personal story. It was a joy to talk with them about the story behind their marriage, and how God has worked through their marriage to bless their families, and also to bless the nations. Priscilla and Aquila are preparing to celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary.  They also share their work with the Father School, to help men become better fathers.

    20 min
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The Asia for Life podcast discusses pro-life issues in East Asia from a Christian perspective. More at https://www.asiaforlife.com.

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    Joe Woodard
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