Juan Riesco, former Nini's Deli owner and now Director of Advertising for Love Life, shares his remarkable journey from running a top-rated restaurant that was shut down during the 2020 BLM protests, to answering God’s call to sidewalk ministry outside abortion clinics. He opens up about the spiritual battle, why most abortions stem from sin rather than just hardship, the 95 babies rescued through their ministry so far, and how local churches can step up through the House of Refuge Initiative. This episode is filled with conviction, hope, and practical encouragement for Christians who want to stand for life and the gospel in dark places.

Links:

Paint The Wall Black: https://youtu.be/4OJIucA3zsc?si=xuHJQVF4Fk8JdX7h

Love Life: https://lovelife.org/location/chicago/

00:00 - Introduction & Juan Riesco’s Story: From Restaurant Owner to Pro-Life Ministry

00:01:48 - Reopening Nini’s Restaurant & Why It Ultimately Closed

00:09:23 - The Conviction That Led Juan to Sidewalk Ministry

00:15:33 - What Really Happens at Abortion Clinics: Light vs. Darkness

00:22:45 - 95 Babies Saved – Success Stories & Gospel Impact

00:28:55 - How Churches Can Get Involved: House of Refuge Initiative

00:38:03 - The Future of the Pro-Life Movement & Final Encouragement

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“I Was Convicted by My Own Apathy” – Juan Riesco on Saving Babies