I was proud to tell people that my father worked for AAL and Thrivent for more than two decades. I've spoken to many chapter groups and Thrivent Rep conferences over the last 15 years. I've been a member since 1990 but will need to look for another option for my investments.

It can be so easy to get frustrated and lose hope over "things of this world" like Thrivent's decision. But take heart - God is bigger than Thrivent! Thrivent obviously thinks that the gain they will get from pro choice people outweighs the loss they estimate they'll have from pro-life Christians. I believe God can and will work even through man's ignorance and dumb decisions. Thrivent is choosing $ over life like most companies do who support things that are clearly against God's Word.

Maybe it's a blessing that their true colors are exposed so people don't continue to blindly trust this organization. Maybe this will energize the LCMS into increased action to support pro-life organizations.

I will begin researching other options for the money God has entrusted my family. I would encourage others to do so also. If other people find other options - please share.

Dr. Micah Parker
TrustGuy Ministries