For You From The Word
Be very careful, then, how you live — not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity. (Ephesians 5:15-16)
For You To Think About
According to The Guttmacher Institute, a nonprofit organization focused on sexual and reproductive health, there were 1.21 million abortions in 2008 (the most recent year for which documented statistics are available.)
Meanwhile, an estimated 10 million American couples would attempt to adopt a child domestically if they felt they had a realistic opportunity to do so.
In other words … where families could be built, lives are snuffed out instead.
Aborted children can’t be adopted. American babies who may be lost to abortion can be born, placed in loving, adoptive homes, and go on to lead productive lives of significance.
An abortion-minded pregnant woman stands on the cusp of an opportunity. You can help encourage her to make the most of that chance to choose life and build families.
For You To Pray
Lord of life,
Speak to the hearts of abortion-minded pregnant women. Preserve the lives of these children. Where appropriate, allow birth mothers to consider the adoption option.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.