by Barbara Latta
This month marks the anniversary of Roe v. Wade.
At lot of attention will be focused on abortion and the
results. Statistics will be broadcast of how many babies have died due to this
Supreme Court ruling.
Yes, the babies are the victims.
But so are the parents. While many will say they are fine, the truth is post-abortion stress syndrome lies deep within the soul.
And, yes, we should focus on what this now legalized form of
infanticide has done to the heart of our country. We should never stop praying
and doing all we can (legally, of course) to reverse this curse.
But we shouldn’t forget what this procedure does to the soul
of the mother and father.
They live with the consequences of this decision for the
rest of their lives.
Regret, depression, and condemnation fill their minds.
But I want to tell you that Jesus doesn’t condemn. His love is the only remedy to conquer post-abortion stress syndrome.
If you are a born-again believer, your sin was washed away
at the cross, past, present and future; all of it. And if you haven’t yet
become born again, His arms are open to you. (Read the tab on Knowing Him on
this blog.)
As humans, we all make decisions that can cost us dearly. Some
more than others.
But the blood of Jesus took all of it and cast it as far as
the east is to the west.
Sometimes it is harder to forgive ourselves than it is to
forgive others.
If God doesn’t condemn you, then don’t condemn yourself.
You may be thinking, “I don’t deserve it.”
Nobody does. That’s why it’s called grace. Freely given in
unconditional love.
The Bible tells us in Romans 8:1a
NKJV, “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ
Jesus.”
And this next verse tells us that condemnation comes from
our own conscience.
“For if our heart condemns us,
God is greater than our heart, and knows all things.” (1 John 3:20)
Conscience cleansing comes from accepting what Christ did.
Every time a condemning thought crosses your mind, cast it
down in obedience to Christ (2 Corinthians 10:4-5).
Think forgiveness and love instead of guilt and shame.
Jesus welcomes you into His embrace. His eyes of love look
into yours and His finger wipes away every tear you have ever shed.
Someday He will take your hand and lead you to that child.
Leave the condemnation behind and look forward to the
time you will hold the hand of that baby in heaven.
An article written by Mona Wilson of Human Coalition
expresses the grief men and women can feel after choosing abortion. I hope this
will also encourage those who deal with this pain to seek counseling and
receive forgiveness.
Please feel free to share your thoughts.
I can't help but feel heartbroken when I think of how many lives are impacted by a single decision to abort a child Ms. Barb. Many fail to consider that the real toll is three times (3X) the number of abortions reported, because with each abortion there are two other lives that will carry around the guilt, and unless they find Christ and God's forgiveness before the day, they'll bear it for eternity. Such a heavy price to pay for a few mindless decisions. How many lives have been ruined by this.
ReplyDeleteYes, Christ is the only answer to this pain. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, J.D. Blessings!
DeleteYour message to parents is one of love and compassion. Thank you. I haven't experienced this tragedy, and I can only imagine their pain. But as you point out, Jesus can wash away the sin and take away the guilt--just as He does for all who sin. There is one essential action on our part--we must take the burden to Him. I pray your message will reach those who need it our Savior's love and forgiveness.
ReplyDeleteYou are right, Katherine. No matter what our burden is we cannot get released from our pain unless we take our hurts to the Savior. Thanks for sharing. Blessings!
DeleteHow encouraging this post is! I have a dear friend who dies a little with each remembrance of her aborted baby. Yes, she found God's forgiveness and has even forgiven herself, but she can't totally escape the pain.
ReplyDeleteI pray that this finds just the right audience.
Candi, my prayer is also for the right audience to find the help and wholeness they need. Thanks for sharing. I hope your friend continues to let Christ's love surround her. Blessings!
DeleteThanks Barbara for the reminder.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sylvia, for sharing. Blessings!
DeleteWhat a beautiful post, Barbara, to remind us of the love and forgiveness of God.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, Jeannie. Blessings!
DeleteBarbara, my mom was one of the victims you talk about. I have a younger sibling I've never met. Though my mom knew Jesus as Savior, she struggled the rest of her life with the decision to abort. I pray your words would lead to healing in Jesus' name.
ReplyDeleteAnnie, I pray for these words to reach those who need healing also. One of the lies that proponents of abortion promote is that there are no after affects. They don't acknowledge the pain that stays with the parents. I'm sorry your mom didn't experience the peace that Christ offers. And someday you will meet your sibling. Thanks for sharing. Blessings!
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