The desire to be popular and avoid people’s disapproval is a common reason for Christian leaders to hold back in pro-life efforts. 

God is the creator of diversity. Separation is separation, and it hurts us and our Father who wants His children to know each other and love each other and enjoy each other’s company. Sadly, I’ve heard it said that eleven o’clock on Sunday morning is the most segregated hour in America.  

I think showing respect to the Lord involves different things for different people in different places.

I would encourage you to remind yourself of what I’ve had to say to myself when I’ve been disillusioned with church: “It’s not about me.” 

Many years ago I flew across the country to not preach at a church that had invited me to speak at their morning service.

Over the years I’ve bought and read thousands of good books. I cannot divorce God's works of grace in my life from great books. 

Randy Alcorn speaks with Julia (Stager) Mayo on the issue of whether or not abortion is too controversial to address from the pulpit. Randy filmed this video in support of the Oregon 2014 Citizen Initiative to stop taxpayer funding for abortion. For more information visit their site: www.oregon2014.org

Randy Alcorn speaks with Julia (Stager) Mayo on the issue of whether preaching on abortion conflicts with preaching the gospel. Randy filmed this video in support of the Oregon 2014 Citizen Initiative to stop taxpayer funding for abortion. For more information visit their site: www.oregon2014.org.

In part two of this two part video interview, I sit down with Jason, a young pastor I just met, and we discuss some questions he has about ministry, including how to jump in now and serve the Lord while also setting aside time to grow in wisdom and understanding.