Compelled - Christian Stories & Testimonies (remastered) #60 A Broken Man’s Miraculous Fight for the Unborn - John Barros
Sep 15, 2026
John Barros, a Christian evangelist and longtime pro-life minister, shares a remarkable story of redemption. From a troubled childhood and prison conversion to cancer and brain aneurysms, his journey leads back to an abortion clinic. He recounts encounters with mothers, clinic workers, and families, including stories of faith, forgiveness, restored relationships, and unborn children given a chance at life.
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Grace Held John Through Years Of Failure
- Conversion did not instantly erase John’s sin, including an affair and excommunication, but God continued pursuing and restoring him.
- John measures discipleship by becoming more like Christ and pleasing Him, not by claiming a perfect life.
A Cigar Got John To The Abortion Clinic
- John initially refused his pastor’s invitations to stand outside an abortion clinic.
- He finally agreed after the pastor offered a cigar, then immediately sensed the spiritual oppression surrounding the clinic.
Cancer And Two Aneurysms Nearly Erased John
- Doctors discovered extensive bladder cancer, followed by two brain aneurysms that severely damaged John’s memory and judgment.
- He sometimes entered neighbors’ homes believing they were his own, yet God later restored enough clarity for ministry.