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Summary:

In this episode, David Closson joins Michael to discuss his new book Life After Roe and the significant impact of the Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. He underscores the importance of viewing life issues through a biblical worldview, emphasizing the sanctity of life from conception and the vital role the church must play in addressing abortion.

Closson shares findings from a recent survey revealing diverse beliefs among churchgoers regarding abortion. He also highlights the need for clear teaching and compassionate dialogue within congregations. He provides historical context on the pro-life movement, showing how cultural shifts have shaped the current landscape.

Recognizing the challenges churches face in today’s cultural climate, Closson encourages pastors and church leaders to proactively engage their communities in honest and loving conversations about life. He offers practical guidance for pastors to equip their congregations to think biblically about life issues, foster empathy, and uphold truth with grace.

Takeaways:

• Only 44% of regular churchgoers heard a sermon on abortion or life after Roe was overturned.
• Many younger pastors avoid abortion topics fearing political backlash, despite its biblical importance.
• Luke 1:39–45 powerfully affirms the sanctity of life through John the Baptist’s reaction in the womb.
• The historic Christian church consistently opposed abortion for nearly 2,000 years until recent theological shifts.
• Theologically conservative seminaries are growing, offering hope for sound biblical teaching on life.
• Pastors should preach expositionally through Scripture to equip churches to engage life issues biblically.

ABOUT DAVID CLOSSON

David Closson serves as the Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at Family Research Council. There he researches, writes, and speaks about life, human sexuality, religious liberty, and related issues from a biblical worldview.

David’s work has appeared at Fox News, Real Clear Politics, National Review, The Council for Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, Decision Magazine, WORLD Opinions, The Gospel Coalition, Townhall, and Christian Post. He is the author of Life After Roe: Equipping Christians in the Fight for Life Today (B&H Academic, 2025) and is the co-author of Male and Female He Created Them: A Study on Identity, Sexuality, and Marriage (Christian Focus, 2023). David is a regular guest on Washington Watch, FRC’s national television and radio program heard on over 800 stations in forty-eight states.

Currently, David is a Ph.D. candidate in Christian Ethics at Southwestern Seminary. David is a graduate of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div., Th.M.) and the University of Central Florida (B.A.).

Links Mentioned:

Family Research Council

Life After Roe by David Closson

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