Code Red with Zach Terry

The Hope Behind the Pro-Life Movement | First Coast Women's Services

What really happens inside a pregnancy resource center?

In this episode of the Code Red Podcast, Pastor Zach Terry sits down with Jen Pace (CEO) and Janice from First Coast Women's Services to discuss the reality of serving women and families facing unplanned pregnancies. Together they explore the role of pregnancy centers, the importance of compassion, practical support for mothers and fathers, abortion recovery, and why the gospel offers hope in life's most difficult moments.

Whether you're passionate about the pro-life movement, curious about pregnancy resource centers, or simply want to hear stories of God's redemption, this conversation offers a thoughtful, grace-filled perspective.

Learn more about First Coast Women's Services: https://friendsoffirstcoast.org/

Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction

00:49 – Jen Pace's journey to First Coast Women's Services

03:22 – Fear, hope, and walking alongside women in crisis

05:42 – What First Coast Women's Services actually provides

09:29 – Stories of lives changed

10:39 – The history of the pregnancy center movement

11:59 – Running six pregnancy centers & reaching women online

13:17 – Why ultrasounds change hearts

14:49 – Volunteers and serving after abortion

15:53 – Janice's redemption story

18:57 – Truth, grace, and ministering to every person

23:14 – Teaching the next generation before the crisis

27:21 – Why fathers matter

35:23 – Partnering with churches to protect life

41:02 – Technology, AI, and reaching women first

46:32 – How you can get involved

47:33 – Final encouragement

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What does the future of Florida look like?

In this episode of Code Red Talk, Pastor Zach sits down with Paul Renner to discuss faith, public service, affordability, education, AI, China's influence, cannabis legalization, and the future of the Sunshine State.

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

00:31 Why Paul Renner Is Engaging in the Process

02:14 Faith, Freedom & Entering Government 

04:12 Working with Ron DeSantis

06:19 America First & China

09:14 Florida's Biggest Challenges: Affordability & AI

14:53 Cannabis, Gambling & Conservative Values

20:36 Truth, Faith & the Future of America

21:38 The Path to Winning Florida

28:06 Why Paul Renner Believes He's the Best for Florida's Future 

30:19 Final Thoughts

What issue matters most to you about Florida's future? 

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Can women preach? Can women preach during Lord’s Day worship? And what does the Bible actually say about the role of women in ministry?

In this episode of Code Red, Pastor Zach sits down with Jenny Randle for an open and thoughtful conversation about women in ministry, the role of pastors and elders, the recent Southern Baptist Convention debate, and how Christians can faithfully interpret difficult passages of Scripture while disagreeing with one another.

They explore 1 Corinthians 14, 1 Timothy 2, Ephesians 4, the role of Phoebe and women deacons, and the difference between ministry gifts, functions, and church offices.

Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation is an example of how believers can discuss challenging theological issues with conviction, respect, and friendship.

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Can Women Preach?
03:29 – Jenny’s Experience as a Woman in Ministry
13:42 – Women Serving in the Local Church
18:22 – The Southern Baptist Amendment
23:27 – What Does It Mean to “Function” as a Pastor?
32:18 – Are Women Being Displaced in Ministry?
35:31 – Phoebe, Anna & Women in Biblical Ministry
43:55 – What Does 1 Corinthians 14 Mean?
49:22 – 1 Timothy 2, Creation & Cultural Context
01:06:08 – Can Women Serve as Deacons?
01:21:20 – Final Thoughts: Can Christians Disagree on This?

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What happens when faith moves beyond the church walls and into local government?

In this episode of Code Red, Pastor Zach Terry sits down with Laura Dotson, candidate for Nassau County Commission District 2, to discuss her decision to run for office and the role her Christian faith played in answering that call.

They discuss the future of Nassau County, responsible growth and development, data centers, taxes and government spending, protecting the character of the community, and why local leadership matters. Laura also shares how her faith shapes her approach to public service and her desire to give back to the community she has called home for most of her life.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 – Meet Laura Dotson

03:03 – Entering the Race for County Commission

04:43 – Laura’s Faith and Nassau County Roots

06:11 – What Makes Nassau County Special?

08:16 – Preserving the Character of Nassau County

10:07 – Data Centers and Outside Development

13:35 – Growth, Development and Infrastructure

15:14 – County Spending, Taxes and Accountability

19:43 – Why Faith and Local Government Matter

32:40 – Election Day, Supporting the Campaign and Prayer

Learn more about Laura's campaign: www.ldotson.com

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In this episode of the Code Red Podcast, Pastor Zach Terry sits down with Pam Graves, founder of Amina Hope, to discuss her incredible journey from coming to know Christ in her 40s to answering God’s call to serve vulnerable young girls in Uganda.

Pam shares how one mission trip transformed her perspective, revealing the realities of poverty, child marriage, corruption, and spiritual darkness while also showing the incredible joy and resilience of the people she serves.

Through Amina Hope, Pam is working to break generational cycles by providing education, safety, and opportunity for young girls at risk of early marriage and exploitation. This conversation dives into the challenges of international missions, the importance of serving wisely, and how the Gospel brings lasting hope.

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Pam Graves’ Journey to Faith
03:15 – Making Room for Jesus & Finding Purpose
03:40 – How God Opened the Door to Missions in Uganda
05:46 – The Trip That Changed Everything
09:44 – Creating Generational Change Through Education
11:16 – Protecting Girls from Child Marriage & Exploitation
15:08 – Facing Corruption & Learning to Serve Wisely
22:40 – Rescuing At-Risk Girls Through Education
29:46 – Teaching Life Skills, Health & Vocational Training
40:53 – How to Support & Pray for Amina Hope

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What does it take to build a healthy church that lasts?

This week on Code Red, Pastor Zach Terry sits down with Dr. Steven Rummage, Executive Director of the Florida Baptist Convention, for a conversation on faithful ministry, the future of the local church, and why the mission of the church has never changed.

Together they discuss:

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Timestamps

00:00 Introduction: Welcoming Dr. Steven Rummage

02:17 Why Every Pastor Misses the Local Church

06:54 Lessons From a First Pastorate at 23 Years Old

11:59 Southern Baptist Convention Recap & Waymo Story

22:55 What Does the Florida Baptist Convention Actually Do?

31:03 Four Priorities for the Future of the Church

37:31 Why Florida Baptists Are Uniquely United

43:41 Advice Every Young Pastor Needs to Hear

46:21 How Much Time Should Pastors Spend Studying?

51:24 Why Every Pastor Needs a Sabbath

57:15 Training the Next Generation of Preachers

1:04:08 Steven Rummage's Greatest Preaching Influences

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The headlines keep moving but what really matters?

In this episode of Code Red, Pastor Zach Terry sits down with attorney and Coffee & Covid founder Jeff Childers to unpack some of the biggest stories shaping the national conversation.

They discuss Tulsi Gabbard's release of intelligence documents related to COVID-19, Anthony Fauci's legal challenges, Antifa terrorism convictions, the Iran conflict, election integrity, and why Christians should think carefully about truth, justice, and the role of government.

Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation will challenge you to think critically and stay informed.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Jeff Childers returns to Code Red

00:30 – Tulsi Gabbard's 1,600-page intelligence document release

04:04 – What the newly released COVID documents reveal

06:11 – Rand Paul's efforts to question Anthony Fauci

12:13 – Could Fauci still face legal consequences?

17:31 – Why Tulsi released the documents when she did

19:16 – Congressional subpoenas explained

24:23 – What the documents suggest about Wuhan and gain-of-function research

35:00 – Antifa terrorism convictions and what they mean

46:48 – Iran, Trump, and the latest Middle East developments

53:22 – Dominion, MyPillow, and election integrity

56:47 – Why America's founding principles still matter

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What happens when faith and public service intersect?

In this episode of Code Red, Pastor Zach Terry sits down with Florida Secretary Michelle Branham for a candid conversation about her journey to faith, serving in the DeSantis administration, the future of Hope Florida, and how Christian convictions can shape leadership at the highest levels of government.

From her upbringing in a Jewish-Catholic household to leading one of Florida's most important agencies, Michelle shares the personal experiences, challenges, and calling that have guided her path.

Topics include:

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A Navy SEAL sniper sits down and gets real about the one thing combat never prepared him for: Jesus.

In this Code Red Talk episode, Pastor Zach Terry sits across from former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson — sniper, law enforcement investigator, anti-trafficking warrior, and seventh-generation Alabamian — for one of the most raw, faith-filled conversations we’ve ever recorded. From the battlefields of the Global War on Terror to a single-wide trailer where he gave his life to Christ at age six, Jared shares the testimony, the scars, and the unshakable convictions that drive him.

This isn’t politics-as-usual. It’s two men of faith talking about spiritual warfare, fatherhood, the offense of the Gospel, what really happens to a man’s soul in the “dark places,” and why love will always outfight hate. Whether you came for the SEAL stories or the Scripture, you’re going to walk away challenged.

▶ Watch to the end — the answer to “how do you guard your soul?” will stick with you.

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0:00  – Cold open

0:31  – Welcome to the Code Red Studio

0:45  – “The horse is made ready, but victory rests on the Lord”

1:01  – The challenge: rename a road “Code Red Boulevard”

1:45  – Seven generations of Alabama farmers

5:44  – The Davy Crockett bloodline

6:36  – “Sometimes the best weapon isn’t a bullet — it’s a ballot”

6:55  – SEAL Team 3, sniper school & the road to Green Team

7:13  – When a SEAL career ends

7:29  – How a Navy SEAL came to know Jesus

7:56  – The missionary years in Turkey

10:15  – Saved at six years old in a single-wide trailer

12:36  – Leading his own daughters to Christ

13:40  – “Jesus doesn’t have a number” — a 4-year-old’s faith

15:06  – Explaining the Trinity to a six-year-old

18:24  – God incarnate, NOT reincarnate (correcting the record)

20:22  – “The darkest place may not be the war zone…”

26:08  – Power doesn’t change you — it reveals you

27:15  – Why a bribe exposes the heart that was already there

35:45  – How he guards his soul in the dark places

37:50  – Bound by the blood of his fallen brothers

38:17  – The Daniel principle: staying rooted in any kingdom

41:45  – Hunting for demons in the halls of D.C.

44:45  – “I didn’t come to bring peace, but a sword”

45:26  – Sin is crouching at the door (the lesson from Cain)

47:27  – What he really thinks of the people who hate him

49:54  – Why screens make people braver and crueler

51:45  – “I don’t hate what’s in front of me — I love what’s behind me”

54:26  – Why love outfights hate

55:53  – The grenade story: greater love has no man

57:45  – Where he stands: life begins at conception

59:17  – Judeo-Christian roots & the First Amendment

1:04:16  – “This seat belongs to the people of Alabama”

1:05:51  – A message to the kids who want to be just like him

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In this powerful episode of Code Red, Hedieh Mirahmadi Falco shares her remarkable story from her years in Islam, work investigating radicalization and extremism, and involvement with federal agencies, to the life-changing moment she encountered the Gospel and surrendered her life to Christ.

Pastor Zach Terry and Hedieh discuss Islam, Christian apologetics, religious freedom, world events, and the hope that is found only in Jesus.

Whether you're curious about Islam, interested in Christian apologetics, or simply love hearing powerful testimonies of God's grace, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction

01:08 Growing Up in a Secular Iranian Family

02:26 Discovering Islam and Encountering Extremism

04:19 Studying Radicalization and Working with the FBI

08:13 Islam, Politics, and the West

13:26 Oil, Power, and the Spread of Islam

22:11 Why Hedieh Left Islam

23:02 Hearing the Gospel for the First Time

26:19 Baptism and Following Christ

33:44 Why Some Christians Convert to Islam

40:35 What Christians Need to Know Today

42:44 Reaching Muslims with the Gospel

48:43 Islam and End Times Beliefs

57:31 The Hope Found Only in Jesus

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