Five Marks of a Heroic Witness: Bold Faith in Adversity
In this episode of The Defender Bible Study, Herbie Newell guides listeners through Acts 14, where Paul and Barnabas face challenges, rejection, and even physical threats as they spread the gospel. Herbie highlights five characteristics of a heroic witness, inspired by the steadfastness and bold faith of Paul and Barnabas. Through their example, we see how to embrace our spiritual gifts, remain courageous in adversity, and follow Christ wholeheartedly—even when facing criticism or praise.
LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES
The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.
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Herbie Newell
Herbie Newell serves as the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services, holds an MBA in Accounting from Samford University and brings years of experience from his work as an independent auditor at WAKM Companies, LLC. Serving as Lifeline's Executive Director since 2003, Herbie has significantly expanded international outreach, obtained licensure in 17 states, and led the establishment of the foster care arm. A passionate advocate, he co-founded (un)adopted in 2009, focusing on equipping orphaned children with life skills for community transformation. Herbie, also the author of "Image Bearers: Shifting from Pro-birth to Pro-Life," emphasizes that being pro-life extends beyond opposing abortion, urging a broader ethic that includes fighting for racial equality and embracing every individual with the love of Christ. Herbie and his wife, Ashley, reside in Birmingham, Alabama, and are the parents to three children.