"Open your mouth for the speechless, In the cause of all who are appointed to die." Proverbs 31:8
 

Make an INFORMED DECISION

What do you think?  I know what I believe and my decision was clear from the beginnning. I have been confronted and have dealt with both sides of this issue, so I don't take my decision lightly. First remember, no matter what, you are a person of importance.  You may not think so but you are. If you are faced with making a decision about abortion or keeping your baby, please do not make a hasty decision, make an informed decision. 

I believe people make decisions based on their knowledge or lack there-of, so please, think this decision through because it will have lifetime consequences. I am not here as a judge, I am here to help, and share some facts and some great links.

There are different prespectives as to when life begins.

Some believe that life is at the 'point of conception', which means the moment of fertilization.

Some believe that life begins when there are brain waves and a heart beat.

Some Scripture passages that are relevant:

  • Creation of Adam: Genesis 2:7 the LORD God formed the man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being.

    Luke 1:39-56 Mary visits Elizabeth 39] At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, [40] where she entered Zechariah's home and greeted Elizabeth. [41] When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. [42] In a loud voice she exclaimed: "Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear! [43] But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? [44] As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. [45] Blessed is she who has believed that what the Lord has said to her will be accomplished!"

Religious and pro-life beliefs:

  • Jewish law traditionally considers that personhood begins at birth.
  • Catholics and many other religions, believe life is at the moment of conception
  • Link to Beliefnet with a list of different religions beliefs about when life begins.  Sometimes takes a long time to load.

Pro-Abortion :

  • Some believe that it is okay until the end of the 1st-trimester
  • Some believe that it should be until the day the baby is born
So how do you make an informed decision:

This young lady has had to make this decision herself, her site is Stand up Girl, it's terrific.  I also highly recommend Just the Facts, it shares information from 'conception' till birth. I have provided other resources in the links area. I have taken a lot of time reviewing all the links that are listed. These links hold valuable information to help you make a wise decision.

Get help from your family,the babies father, pastor, doctor or someone you trust. If you are too afraid to do that, Contact me and I will do my best to help you.

I sincerely hope that I have touched your heart and opened your mind to a world of possibilities. I can not believe that your life and the life you hold inside of you is not important. Think about it, if life is not important, then what is? No one else can make this decision for you, it is one that you must make because you will face the consequences. 

MAKE AN INFORMED DECISION!

3 with Dad 3 with mother

My Aunt and Uncle adopted me at the age of three and they were my parents. My 'birth mother' and 'birth father' were not able to keep me and I really don't know why and that really doesn't matter. My parents didn't make a big deal about.  I did see my 'birth mother' a couple of times, to me she was merely my aunt.

My parents were the people that were there everyday, when I lost my first tooth, when I had the measles and mumps, when I won awards, when I was saved, when I graduated high school, when I got married and all the other times in between.

I've entertained thoughts about my 'birth parents' from time to time, but I never dwelled on them. It really doesn't matter that I was adopted, my 'birth parents' made a decision that they thought was right. It wasn't my fault that I was born, that they could not provide for me or that they didn't want me. When I was old enough to understand, I loved them for giving me life and I forgave them for giving me away.

Dad if you read this, I love you and I am glad that you and Mother decided to take me as your own. You and Mother gave me the experiences, education, attention, and love to become the person that I am today.

There are some wonderful people waiting to adopt a baby or child, because they are unable to have a child of their own. Give this option some serious thought if you know you personally can not raise your child.

Adoption Agencies: 

If you have had an abortion and need help

I believe that God loves you.

Links for help:

Stand up where ever you are and face your responsibility along with the mother. It takes two to make a baby, think before you decide to take your relationship to the next level. All it takes is once and that one time can impact your life and your girls life forever.

Abortion has been around since Ancient times, there is no simple solution. I believe we must start at home, be good mentors, and set good examples.  We must help our children and others around us understand the importance of life.

Building Character:

  • give our children the help, guidance, and tools to build a spiritual foundation

    • Matthew 19:14
      Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."
  • everyone is a person of value
    • don't teach hatred, racism or make fun of others
    • stress that each of us is a unique individual with special abilities, talents, and/or gifts
  • take time to listen and see what our children are doing
    • Don't assume everything is okay
    • Go back to having dinner as a family again it's a great way to share. It's a great time to talk about current events, faith, family, homework, and school. I believe it is equally as important to about your day at work, Mom's day at home, etc. It may be hard at first and it may not always be pleasant, but I believe it's important.
    • Television do we know what are our children watching and are we talking to them about it
    • We should talk with our children about drugs, alcohol, sex, and other things.  We should just make the information age appropriate.
    • Help our children obtain the skills that they need to make good decisions
    • Teach that abortion is not a means of birth control and it has real consequences
    • Teach that birth is a miracle, a precious gift from God
    • Teach that adoption is a great alternative
    • Teach about abstinence. It is a valid choice and if you don't present this option how will they learn about it.  Abstinence will help build a healthy long term relationship.  This is covered in the Teens section.
  • Teach Reality
    • babies are a lot of work
    • babies keep you up at night and their entire care depends upon you
    • babies cost a lot of money
    • babies grow and are a responsibility until they turn 18
    • babies get sick and need medical care
  • Ways to get your point across
    • encourage children to help with a baby
    • encourage babysitting when child is the right age, oh and don't leave the boys out
    • have your preteen or teen go to the store with a list of things that a baby will require in a week and have them put the prices beside each item and when they get home total it up and discuss the math and what might happen if the baby doesn't have them
    • hold boys accountable for the babies they help create, by responsible I mean, financially, time given, etc.
  • Start somewhere
    • Think about people as a unique individualsl. We have similarities, but there is something special about each of us. Find special qualities in those around you, DON'T look at the negatives only the positives. It takes finding the positives in order to deal with the negatives.
    • Find patient, friendly,and kind ways of expressing this idea to someone in your family, a friend, a neighbor, a co-worker by setting an example by "walking the walk" not just "talking the talk."

Teen Parents:Image of teen legs

Youth for Christ, "The YFC Teen Parents ministry connects trained adults with pregnant girls and teenage parents in programs designed to help them make good choices and establish a solid foundation, not only in their lives, but also in the lives of their babies." look for this area on the page.

I am not affiliated to any of the links below. For several years I have been watching abortion related sites and reviewing the information they provide.  Their are thousands of links available, these are the ones I found to fair and balanced, factual information, Christian prospective, or honest opinions.

Fort Wayne, Indiana help:

The abortion rate in 2oo8 is down:

Abortion law information:

  • Teens abortion laws related to teens, state to state

Okay I know I have a lot of opinions.  Here are some questions I have been asked and the answers I have given. Be informed and prepared so if someone asks you, you'll be ready.

  1. What do you think about violence against those that perform abortions?
    Violence is unacceptable. If we advocate that abortion is wrong, then violence, destroying other people's property and taking others lives are wrong.
    There are laws in the United States of America that are imposed by our government officials and upheld by the Supreme Court 'Roe vs. Wade' that makes abortion legal during a specific time period. The states are divided about 'Roe vs. Wade'.
  2. How do I feel about Right to Life Protests?
    If they are peaceful and do not infringe upon or endanger the rights or lives of others; protest is a valid way for a group of people to express similar opinions and beliefs.
  3. Will I attend one?
    My answer is no, never and not for any agenda! Protests have a way of getting out of control and there have been so many of them over the years that people don't pay much attention to them anymore. I believe that how we conduct ourselves everyday and how we vote has more impact.

Some suggestions to do instead of protests:

Vote for Pro-Life candidates only, across the board!
Do you know how the candidates stand on the issues of today?:
BBC has a great area you can select the party that you are interested in and then select the topic you want to see and you can compare the candidates stands or go to each of the candidates web sites.

Once a month send the President, the Senators, and the Congressman a letter about the way you feel.

Every year on the anniversary of  'Roe vs. Wade' each one of us should sent a letter about how we feel and enclose a diaper, baby rattle, a baby picture, a baby shoe, a recieving blanket, a baby blanket, a picture of a doctor with your baby just after it is born, or something related to a baby in it, to the people who make decisions for us in the government. The letter doesn't have to say much, sometimes less words that are to the point have more impact.
An example letter:
I, enter your name, DO NOT BELIEVE In ABORTION, and you represent my voice, so please stand up for the unborn, because they can not speak for themselves. Thank you, and your name. This letter
and the item would be enough.This would be a stronger statement if it was done across the nation. Getting hundreds of thousands of letters with stuff in it would be a hard thing to ignore, why it might even make the news. Especially FOX NEWS.
Please note: Don't send graphic pictures because they don't even see them. Remember all of our mail is checked before they see them for safety reasons and it should be that way. 

How does God feel about me if I have an abortion?
I am not a theologian, but I believe Christ died for us so that we might be saved. I believe that because we are human we are not perfect and therefore we will never be sin free. I don't believe that God picked certain sins that are worse than others, nor do I believe we should go out and sin because Christ died for us. We must ask for God's for His forgiveness.
We walk in God's Grace.
(1 Cor. 15:3) "Christ died for our sins".
(Gal. 1:4) "He gave himself for our sins".
(Heb. 10:12) "He offered one sacrifice for sins for ever".
(Heb. 7:25) "He ever liveth to make intercession for us"
God forgives us:
(1 John 1:9) "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness,"
(Matt 6:15) "if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins."
(Acts 10:43) "All the prophets testify about Him [Jesus] that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through His name."  and
Some articles with answers from:

Will a baby that has been aborted go to heaven?
I am not a theologian ( talk to your Pastor) and there are differing opinions on this subject.

Scripture:
 Matthew 19:13-15,( This is Jesus speaking) "Let the children alone, and do not hinder them from coming to me; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these, and after laying His hands on them, He departed. . ."

My belief:

I believe that all babies born, no matter how they are born are innocent, blameless and I do not believe that they are capable of sin, therefore they go to heaven. Remember this is my opinion and there are those that disagree with me.

 

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