William Wilberforce, in his attempt to rid England of the slave trade, tirelessly worked not only in the legislature, but in the population, educating them to the horrors of slavery. In the movie Amazing Grace, he had his comrades arrange a "pleasure cruise" with some rich and influential people. What the guests didn't realize is that their relaxing afternoon boat ride would intersect "by chance" with Wilberforce and the smells and the sights of a slave ship.
The South Carolina State Legislature voted overwhelmingly to require that every woman getting an abortion be required to first view an ultrasound of her own baby. In the spirit of Wilberforce, I say to the legislature of South Carolina, "Well done!"
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I really love the title of your post. "To See We Must Be Shown". HOW TRUE!! Oh how I would love it if, when ultrasounds were shown, every woman and man watching that video would just hear God say "come and see the masterpiece I have created." Just to hear the excitement in God's voice over the joy we give Him just because He created us....because we're His. It's as if I can just see Him with His hand over His mouth giggling and pointing at the ultrasound video, just marveling over what He's done...pointing and saying something like "there, you see those little toes. I DID THAT!" How absolutely awesome His love for us is!
Whoa! I'd like to know some particulars on this. When does it go into effect? How are they going to enforce it? What were the numbers last year? What do you think the numbers will be next year? How long until NARAL or NOW challenge the ruling as unconstitutional?
This is like freedom of speech for those in utero. You think?
When I had a baby growing in side of me I was aware of the fact, yet something was missing from my thoughts-reality. I was disconnected and I cannot explain how or why. My baby was 10 weeks old, fully formed, able to move. Abortion was my "decision." Why I never realized exactly what I was doing is beyond me. I know that I am a sinner.
Otherwise, as I lay on that table waiting for the lady to find the "cluster of cells" I lay still, waiting. What does this "cluster" look like? I wondered. "There" she said. "You found it?" I asked. "Yes, 10 weeks old." The monitor was turned away from me. She encouraged me not to look and I didn't think about it anymore. Blind, dull, prepared for Hell-that I was. The Holy Spirit enables me to see now. Thank you Lord. Please illuminate the eyes and the hearts of those women who are blind to the death they seek. Amen
Keith, great point! Is it free speech to be shown to exist in human form? Yes! Why not?
Anonymous, thank you for telling of your experience. It must not be easy to have to bring up such memories, but it helps us all to consider the process and mourn with you and for the millions of ladies out there in the same situation, and their babies. May God continue to bless all you do.
Margie, what you suggest has happened. "God has made it evident through what has been made . . . " Romans 1. Of course, hearing the voice would be great for dramatic effect!
anonymous, may your pain be used to change the path of other girls and women for the glory of God!
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