August 2026 Prayer Letter

“And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none.” Ezekiel 22:30

I wanted to give a brief update on our transition into the role of Director at Baptists For Life of Wisconsin (BFLW).

Much of our time and effort so far has been spent getting up to speed with this new (to us) ministry, learning how BFLW operates, and becoming acquainted with and contacting those who are actively involved with BFLW and its associated ministries.

We have already had the opportunity to attend the board meetings for two of the women’s centers and also presented the ministry at Stoughton Baptist Church. We are very thankful for these opportunities and the insight we have gained as we continue to learn more about BFLW and the servants who are involved in this important work.

There is still much more to learn, and I am currently working to arrange meetings with like-minded Baptist churches throughout the state of Wisconsin. Our desire is to build relationships, better understand the needs and opportunities across the state, and explore how we can work together to promote and support the sanctity of human life.

In my quest to learn more about BFLW and the challenges before us, I recently read an article by Eliza Kelly entitled “Who Will Fight for ‘Evil’?” (July 26, 2026). Several of her observations caused me to reflect on where we are today as a pro-life movement and, more importantly, on what our responsibility is as Christians.

Kelly writes that, in the post-Dobbs era, the pro-life movement seems to lack a clear path forward. With expanded legal protection for abortion in many states and increasing access to abortion medication, abortion numbers have continued to rise since Roe v. Wade was overturned. The battleground, she argues, is no longer primarily political, but moral. The fight is not principally for laws, but for the hearts and minds of well-meaning Americans.

This is not to say that voting is unimportant. Quite the opposite. We must continue to vote and to participate in the political process. But we must also recognize that there is much more involved. Laws can restrain evil somewhat, but laws alone cannot change hearts.

A few decades ago, many pro-abortion advocates acknowledged abortion as a “necessary evil” that was justified only in certain extreme or tragic circumstances. They understood that relatively few people would be willing to openly fight for something they themselves considered evil. As Kelly points out, many abortion proponents emphasized that the law should protect a woman’s right to choose abortion even if a majority of the population viewed abortion as immoral.

But things have changed dramatically. Rather than acknowledging abortion as an evil that must be tolerated under certain circumstances, there has been a growing effort to portray abortion as a social good. At the same time, the tables have been turned, with those who oppose abortion increasingly portrayed as the ones who are evil for taking away the rights of others.

Kelly makes a striking historical comparison to nineteenth-century pro-slavery advocacy. She observes that both movements initially described the practice in question as a “necessary evil”-something undesirable but supposedly unavoidable in an imperfect world. Over time, however, advocates began to speak of both slavery and abortion in increasingly unapologetic and even celebratory terms, presenting them as social and moral goods in themselves. 

In both cases, this shift was accompanied by language that dehumanized and diminished the value of those being harmed. When a society begins to deny the humanity of another person, it becomes much easier to justify treating that person as less deserving of rights, protection, or dignity.

At the same time, the focus of the abortion debate has increasingly shifted away from the reality of abortion itself and toward accusations that those who oppose it are “right-wing” or “extremist” and are attempting to deprive individuals of their freedom. The debate is often framed not around the fundamental question of what is morally right or wrong, but around the idea that individuals should be free to make their own choices.

This presents a tremendous challenge for the pro-life movement. The average voter may not be asking, “What is morally right?” Instead, they may be asking, “What is best for the individual?” or “Shouldn’t people have the freedom to make their own decisions?” If we are going to change hearts and minds, we must be willing to address these questions with truth, compassion, and biblical conviction.

One statistic I recently came across was particularly striking. While an overwhelming majority of abortion advocates do not believe that human life begins at conception, research among biologists has found an overwhelming consensus (96%) that a new human life begins at fertilization. This raises an important question: If the scientific evidence is so clear, why is there still so much confusion among the general public?

People are being influenced by the messages they hear repeatedly through our culture, our media, our schools, and our political discourse. As Christians, we cannot assume that people understand the truth simply because the truth is available. We have a responsibility to speak clearly, compassionately, and courageously. The battle for life is a spiritual and moral battle. It is a battle for truth. It is a battle for the hearts and minds of people who have been influenced by a culture that increasingly calls evil good and good evil.

So, have we gone to sleep? Have we let down our guard? Are we so entangled in the affairs of this world that we are either too busy or too distracted to fulfill our responsibilities as servants of God? As Kelly concludes, her final challenge is one that I believe we should take seriously: evil thrives when it remains hidden in the shadows, protected by rhetoric and ignored by those who would rather not confront it.

It is our job to bring these issues into the light—to speak the truth, to expose the lies, and to help people see the reality of what is taking place. We must fervently pray for a great revival in our country, but we must also diligently fulfill our responsibilities as ambassadors of Christ in a lost world. As Christians, we must do this not simply as political activists, but more importantly as representatives of Christ.

There is much work to be done. We need to pray. We need to vote. We need to educate. We need to serve. We need to speak the truth in love. But above all, we need to remain faithful to our calling as Christians, witnessing for Christ, trusting God and His strength to make a difference for the cause of life and for the advancement of His kingdom.

As we continue our transition into this ministry with Baptists For Life of Wisconsin, we are thankful for the opportunity to serve. We look forward to building relationships with churches, pregnancy centers, and others who are committed to standing for life throughout Wisconsin.

For voter information regarding the upcoming primary on August 11, 2026, please visit ivoterguide.com. Thank you for your faithfulness as well as for your prayers and support. Take care and God bless.

Serving the Saviour,

Ron Fruin
Executive Director
Baptist For Life of Wisconsin