February 25, 2007
Abortion in Perspective
The focus of this blog is not political. However, there is one political issue--above all others--that I am passionate about. I believe that the abortion issue is the major moral struggle of our age--akin to the slavery issue of two centuries ago. In this day when William Wilberforce is being remembered for his heroic fight--based firmly in his Christian principles--against the horrors of slavery, it remains to be seen who will stand up and speak out against the horrors of abortion.
The two (abortion and slavery) are not as far removed as one might think. I recently read a message by John Piper which should serve as a wake-up call to all in the US, and around the world.
Also, I am very interested in Amazing Grace, the new movie that has come out about the life of Wilberforce. Unfortunately, I will not be able to see it until it comes out on DVD.
What follows is the trailer for the movie.
Seriously, if you are unhindered by contractual limitations, I would highly recommend that you go see this movie. More importantly, be inspired to make a difference.
Posted by Andrew on February 25, 2007 3:47 PM.
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Posted by: Richard B at February 26, 2007 6:27 PM
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Andrew
What gets me is that while so many people are getting rid of babies, so many people are wanting children but can have them, whether it a medical condition or something else. Please note that I have n't addressed women here as there is a joint reponsibility with men.
But where do we start with it. Like you, I value human life as the basis of all values [perhaps we could turn this around and say what value do you put on life ?]; it is the source and indespensable condition for every human activity. Some would argue that the only important question is whether the fetus is an individual person or not, however I have listed a couple of points that you must of come across. I must state that I love life and pray that God will reveal himself to those who embrace such an activity.
Points to think over.
Is it a private matter made public in the context of converstations between a women and her physicain.
At what point does life start.
Is abortation about a moral dilema.
The points go on and on and I trust others will have some comments to make.
Every blessing
Richard