This was written over a week ago while I was away in the mountains. I will tell you about that later.
I was reading a book to Jacob over the weekend and I couldn't help but think of unborn babies. Every time I read this children's book, it made me want to cry for children that may never get a chance to be born. This book was not even about that, but there were several things that the writer said that made me think. Here are some quotes from Horton Hears a Who! by Dr. Seuss
"...some poor little person who's shaking with fear that he'll blow in the pool! He has no way to steer! I'll just have to save him. Because, after all, a person's a person, no matter how small."
There's this elephant that hears a voice, but no one else can hear it. So, others are not being nice and basically telling him he's crazy. Here is one response from the elephant.
"Believe me," said Horton. "I tell you sincerely, my ears are quite keen and I heard him quite clearly. I know there is a person down there. And, what's more, quite likely there's two. Even three. Even four. Quite likely.... "a family, for all that we know! A family with children just starting to grow. So, please," Horton said, "as a favor to me. Try not to disturb them. Just please let them be."
The elephant was then called a fool. Here is another statement from him.
"I can't let my very small persons get drowned! I've got to protect them. I'm bigger than they."
Then the gossip spread through the jungle that the elephant talked to dust specks. There is so much more to the story but here is how it ends. The kangaroo that originally called him a fool says, "From sun in the summer. From rain when it's fall-ish, I'm going to protect them. No matter how small-ish."
In the story, the little people had to prove they were there by speaking and hollering in large amounts. There had to be a big number so they could be heard. In reality, these babies cannot do that. They cannot speak up for themselves and that is why we have to.Just because we cannot see something does not mean it is not there. These babies cannot speak up for themselves. They cannot protect themselves. Proverbs 31:8,9 is at the top of my page for orphans. I think we also need to use this verse for the unborn. I am going to write it again.
"Speak up for those who cannot speak up for themselves. Ensure justice for those being crushed. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless and see that they get justice."
If you are thinking of an abortion, please contact me. I would love to talk with you. You will not be judged by me. There is a testimony I'd like to share with you that may help you.
If you have a daughter that is pregnant and either you or her think it is the only option, please contact me. There are more options than this. I really want to help you. There are so many people that can help in this situation. You are not alone. Just reach out. Do not be afraid of what others will think. This decision will affect your whole life. Other people do not have to live with the decision so please do not let them make it for you.If you are the parent, do not think you have failed. You are not a failure and it is not your fault. Let that sink in for a moment. Selah....Dismiss those thoughts now. Do not worry of what your friends will think of you or other family members. A life is better than a repuation. Do not make your daughter do this. You do not know what you will have to put her through the rest of her life. You feel right now it is the best decision for her and the family. I do understand your feelings. But, please understand that you need to protect this baby no matter what. This is your grandchild whether you were ready to be a grandparent or not. There are more options and there are so many people that would give anything to be a grandparent. Their child cannot have bio kids and they would do anything to have what you have. You can make this happen for them. I know several wonderful people that would love a baby and can get you in touch with them.
Lastly, if this has already happened, please know there is grace. God loves you and will forgive you. No, that cannot change what happened but you can't go back now. Let Jesus comfort you and climb into His lap. You can now help others not have to go through what you went through. You can be the voice of the ones that follow you. You can speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.This verse may seem like it does not fit the topic, but this is what God gave to me for you.
"You have made known to me the ways of life; You will make me full of joy in Your presence." Acts 2:28
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