The Lauren Muzyka Show

HOT TAKE 9: When, If Ever, to Publicly Criticize Another Organization or Individual

1:55: Don't publicly criticize an organization or individual unless ...
2:27: When Sidewalk Advocates for Life has spoken out
5:26: When to speak out? Check Matthew 18 for a framework
10:37: Start with the goal of restoration
12:43: Bring witnesses if private resolution fails
13:58: Tell it to the church
14:30: Set boundaries
15:53: When to go public
18:16: Candace Owens and the Charlie Kirk assassination
22:08:  The platform and the power

POWER THOUGHT 5: The Map for a Life-Saving Conversation

In last week's Power Thought, Lauren shared the "compass" that Sidewalk Advocates rely on in holding a life-saving conversation with an abortion-vulnerable woman. Today she dives deeper, sharing the "map," which walks you through that conversation step by step by step. 
 
Watch last week's episode here
Access the free mini-training at sidewalkadvocates.org/101

POWER THOUGHT 4: The Compass for a Life-Saving Conversation

How do Sidewalk Advocates facilitate a life-saving conversation with an abortion-minded mother? In this Power Thought, Lauren shares the "compass" that guides Advocates on the sidewalk and beyond: Mom-baby-God. You may very well know someone considering abortion, and you can absolutely use this as a guide to encourage her to choose life.
Access the free mini-training at sidewalkadvocates.org/101

Episode 57: How the Power of Prayer Changes Everything

3:02: Prayer is part of the most important relationship
5:04: Prayer is not a transaction
6:23: Prayer changes the pray-ers before it changes circumstances
7:45: We can hear God
8:54: Prayer moves the hand of God
9:47:  The power of persistent prayer
13:04: God is working, even when we don't see it
17:05: Prayer stories from the sidewalk
28:42: We need God

Episode 56: Ministering in the Lion’s Den with Lauren Muzyka and Sean Corcoran of Men for Life

8:03: Ora et labora
12:39: Who's driving the bus? 
15:12: How to handle a coercive situation
17:52: Why screaming doesn't work
25:31: How did men get to this point? 
32:37: Men's presence is a game-changer
40:33: What's an abortion-referral facility? 
47:07: Apologies to men
53:00: Our power to effect change
 
Listen to the Lauren Muzyka Show episode where Lauren interviewed Sean here

POWER THOUGHT 3: Your Power to Change the World Around You

How can we impact the culture, our government, our jurists, with the message that each human life has inherent dignity? The answer is simple: one step at a time ... one person at a time. Today, Lauren's Power Thought focuses on how YOU can change the world!

POWER THOUGHT 2: A Checklist for The New Year

Looking for a game-changing New Year's Resolution? Lauren has a fantastic suggestion (or three) for you! Start your 2026 off right with this short and sweet "power thought."

POWER THOUGHT 1: Preparing for a New Year of Courage and Compassion

What kind of Advocate -- what kind of servant do you want to be? We don't walk into the New Year alone: God is already in our tomorrow. As you prepare your heart for 2026, take this "power thought" from Lauren with you for encouragement and inspiration!

Episode 55: A Special Christmas Message from Lauren

0:50: The hands and feet of Christ
1:32: An incarnational mission
3:08: Living the Gospel on the sidewalk
14:02: Welcome Jesus in your heart
15:00: You can help save a life
16:35: You are here for a reason
 
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Episode 54: Talking About Abortion Around the Holiday Dinner Table

2:30: The holiday dinner table debate
3:04: You don't have to speak up ... but should you? 
3:50: Don't be weird!
5:47: Understand the other's POV
7:44: Different ways you can respond
11:28: Prayer power
12:04: It's not about winning arguments; it's about winning people over
13:10: True confessions
16:32: View it as an opportunity
 
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