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<\/a>I am pro-life, which means that I oppose abortion, especially as it is used in the vast majority of cases as a last line of birth control. My opinion is that the exercise of \u201cchoice\u201d happens BEFORE conception, not after. Once a baby is conceived in the womb, that baby is a living human being. Therefore, killing it is an act of murder (murder = the unjust killing of an innocent human being). My opinion softens, somewhat, if the mother\u2019s life is threatened, physically, by continuing with the pregnancy. But this scenario is extremely rare.<\/p>\nSo, what are we to do?<\/p>\n
In California, of course, abortions will continue and will probably be expanded. In 20-some states in America, abortions will be pretty much outlawed. As followers of Jesus, it is important that we don\u2019t \u201crub it in\u201d as winners over losers in this controversy. Instead, let me offer another way.<\/p>\n
Listen.<\/p>\n
Listen to the hurts and the outrage. Don\u2019t take it personally, but rather let your feelings fade into the background and just listen. Try to understand, apart from the issue of abortion itself, why outraged people are so angry and hurt. Don\u2019t argue, just listen.<\/p>\n
And pray.<\/p>\n
Pray for peace in our culture, that we will all listen to one another and hear one another clearly. Don\u2019t react to anger with anger, but respond with loving peace. Imagine how God responds to such anger. Read the Psalms! And read Proverbs 15:1, \u201cA soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.\u201d<\/p>\n
Until such a time that we all agree that the unborn baby is a human life, this controversy will continue. So, let us pray for the recognition of the unborn as human being, deserving of our protection and respect. And let us pray for those who are enraged about the Supreme Court\u2019s decision. Only God can change their hearts; we can only listen and pray.<\/p>\n
In Peace,<\/p>\n