I have written a number of blogs about the black genocide movement called Planned Parenthood (see here, here, and here), and their many partners in the abortion world.  I have also written and preached about our need to be prepared to go to jail for preaching the gospel here in America in the very near future.  Well, that time is not just close; it is here.  Walter Hoye is a pastor in Oakland, California who has stood up against abortion for years.  Hoye has often shared Christ with women outside these clinics.  Recently, the city crafted a law that some say was designed especially for him.  According to a report by Lifenews.com, “Oakland officials had enacted the law, which has been heavily criticized as curtailing free speech rights. The ordinance prohibits contact within eight feet of women entering abortion businesses without their consent.” 

Hoye received a thirty-day sentence after he was tried and convicted for standing outside an abortion mill with a sign that read, “Jesus loves you and your baby.  Let us help you.”  Hoye could have taken an easier way out, but he refused.  Lifenews reported:

“At a hearing on February 19, Judge Hing stated that he had not intended to impose any fine or jail time on Rev. Hoye if he would agree to stay away from the abortion center. Reverend Hoye refused to agree not to offer alternatives to abortion-minded women.”

There are draconian, anti-Christian laws in our society that have only been strengthened and encouraged by the new administration.  Things will definitely get worse very soon, as there will be a high price to pay for speaking biblical truth on crucial cultural issues.  Nevertheless, the Lord is still faithful.  In a letter to Opposing Views, Hoye’s wife wrote:

I have visited Walter twice (Saturday and Sunday) and he is in good spirits and physically safe and sound. The Lord has placed him in what is known as the "Bible Corner" and at the time of my first visit on Saturday (Walter arrived at around 4:30 am) Walter had already been in Bible study with some of the men in his unit. On Sunday just prior to my visit Walter had led one man to Christ. God is truly blessing Walter's presence in Santa Rita, and many men are seeking his counsel about their lives and situations. Walter requested prayer for wisdom while he is in Santa Rita and clarity from the Lord to continue to do His will upon his release.

Take a few moments to write this courageous pastor a note of encouragement:  Walter B. Hoye II, PFN# BGR852, Santa Rita Jail 5325 Broder Boulevard, Dublin, California 94568-3309