Abortion: It Is Just an Easy Solution?

Twin Rock Beach, Catanduanes, Philippines

"For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb."

Psalm 139:13

Few issues are as volatile as abortion--- the removal of an embryo or fetus from a woman's body in order to end a pregnancy. The pro-abortion and pro-life camps are each convinced of the rightness of their own positions. but what does God say about abortion? While no Bible verse speaks specifically about it, there are Bible passages that give principles that apply to this difficult topic. In Psalm 139, David praises God for overseeing his life, starting before he was born. Because God is the Creator and Designer of all life' it is a logical conclusion that no one should treat that life lightly. Yet, tragically abortion has become simply a means of birth control, of removing an unwanted complication.

If you or a friend is faced with an unwanted pregnancy, you would be wise to read the Bible passages listed here and then seek the advice and wisdom of someone you trust. Abortion may end a problem, but it also ends a life. If you or a friend has had an abortion and feels guilty, remember that God forgives your sins. If you seek Him and ask His forgiveness, He promises to answer your prayer.

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Genesis 1:26. We are made in God's image.

Genesis 4:8-10. Innocent blood calls to God.

Exodus 1:15-21. God detests the killing of infants.

II Chronicles 28:2-5. God judges nations that kill children.

Isaiah 49:1,5. We are called and known by God.

Jeremiah 16:17. God sees everything, including abortion.

Mark 9:36-37. Welcoming children is welcoming Christ.

Luke 18:15-17. Jesus welcomed children.