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JOHNNY HOLLAND
Life Athletes Questionaire
Johnny Holland
Coach and former linebacker for the Green Bay Packers
Interview with Johnny Holland
Chris Godfrey: Why do you actively oppose Abortion?
Johnny Holland: Well, I think that God gives special
blessings for someone to have a kid and I think that you don't own a kid's
life and when God gives life no one should take it away. Therefore I
oppose it.
Chris: When did you first come to this position?
Johnny: Well when I became a Christian back in 1987. I see that
God had blessed many people's lives and has a special purpose for people's
lives and therefore I came to the conclusion that God gives life and no
one should take it away.
Chris: Is there any scripture that comes to mind that influenced
your decision?
Johnny: No scripture. Actually my views reflect my overall
spiritual growth. Life is very precious and special.
Chris: Is there any person in particular that helped influence
that view?
Johnny: My wife and I came to that conclusion together when we
were trying to have a child of our own. We also saw others who really
wanted to have children. We knew that it wasn't right for others to have
abortions.
Chris: What Pro-Life activities do you find the most effective or
meaningful?
Johnny: Well, I think professional athletes are very effective
when they stand up for the cause. I think we have a platform where people
have a tendency to listen, especially young kids who are in situations
where they have to make decisions. I think that professional athletes have
a big influence. I also think participating in marches benefits what is
right.
Chris: You mean the one in Washington each year?
Johnny: Yes, I think the one (March For Life)in Washington each
year is a good cause.
Chris: Do you have a message for young people?
Johnny: Well, in the case of a young girl and guy making a
decision on abortion I would definitely encourage them not to do it
because down the road I think they'll think about it; their whole life and
its someone that you can't bring back. I'd encourage them to put it in
the hands of God and everything will work out the way He wants it.
Chris: Do you have a message for other athletes?
Johnny: I just encourage other athletes to take a look at it.
Everyone has their own opinions, but you can't go with what the world
thinks. You've got to do what's right. I think athletes need to start
doing what's right because there are a lot of people watching and
following their lead. I think athletes have a big influence on
decisions.
Chris: Do you have a message for those that have been involved
in an abortion already?
Johnny: If you've been involved in it, I think you have to put it
behind you. Learn from your mistakes. Try to help others so that they
might avoid the mistakes you have made.
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