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Abortion Poll: What Can We Learn?

Abortion polls are on the rise and opinions are being voiced. But what can we learn through research?

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Abortion Ethics: Is It Ever Okay?

Abortion ethics are complicated. Does abortion really end a human life? Or is it a woman’s right? Are there times it’s okay more than others?

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The Truth: “Fake” Crisis Pregnancy Centers

Behind the noise, what is a crisis pregnancy center at its core? Are they fake clinics posing as women’s healthcare? Here’s the truth.

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Forced Pregnancy and Abortion

What is Forced Pregnancy? We have heard the word forced pregnancy tossed about. But what does that mean? Some people are equating the lack of abortion access to forced pregnancy. Equality Now says it this way: “Forced pregnancy is defined as when a woman or girl becomes pregnant without having sought or desired it, and …

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I Was That “Clump of Cells”

People cannot offend me easily. I recognize that this world shows hostility to Christians, and I am happy to accept the hostility knowing how great our God is. Despite my relatively thick skin, there is one popular phrase from the mouths of abortion promoters that always gets under my skin: a pregnancy is merely a …

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Ectopic Pregnancy and Abortion

Dr. Francis helps clarify the truth about ectopic pregnancy and abortion.

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The SLED Test – Four Top Arguments

We all agree that toddlers are valuable human beings with rights. Yet the preborn differ from toddlers in only four ways.

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The History of Christianity and Abortion

Christianity is blessed with extremely strong and clear teaching on abortion found in ancient texts from the earliest church fathers.

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20 Songs About Abortion

Many people have turned to music to share their stories. Here are 20 songs about abortion we’ve gathered from musicians who have been willing to share their experiences.

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Adoption vs. Abortion: What are My Options?

It is estimated that 45% of pregnancies are unplanned, leaving many women to wonder about the facts surrounding adoption vs. abortion.

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So, You’re Pregnant, a Letter From a Nearly-Aborted Man

My parents mutually decided that abortion would be the solution to their problems. With having an abortion, they would not have to share their situation with their loved ones. They were told that, with abortion, the financial strain of a child would seemingly disappear.

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The History of Abortion

The history of abortion in the United States is steeped in dark issues like racism and ableism. It’s no surprise that when the abortion issue was first on the rise in U.S. history, some of our most iconic historical figures were against it.

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Unplanned Pregnancies: How Should the Church Respond?

The availability of church-based support groups for women with unplanned pregnancies, as well as strong partnerships with local pregnancy centers, can provide the hope that a woman needs.

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Birth Mothers and the Adoption Option

If the pro-life community is promoting adoption as a life-giving option, how do we help make it happen? We can’t simply encourage an expectant mother to “choose life” and then leave her alone to figure it out. We must follow up and follow through.

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When Your Son is a Teen Dad

If your son has had a sexual relationship and an unplanned pregnancy is the result, remember that he will probably be experiencing many of the same emotions as his girlfriend. He may feel fear, guilt and uncertainty. In addition, he will feel considerable conflict and confusion over the role he should play as a teen …

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Dealing With Unplanned Pregnancy

No matter how you’re feeling, we can assure you that God loves you very much. And regardless of what is going on in this chapter of your life, He knows the larger story He has for you – which includes a bright and beautiful future.

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Hopeful Choice: What is a Pregnancy Help Center?

There are hopeful choices out there. A pregnancy help center can share the options available.

How to Help a Friend Who Wants an Abortion

What can you do to help guide your friend away from abortion and toward choosing life for her baby? More than you might think.

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Abortion Access: 5 Actions for Pro-lifers to Weaken Roe v. Wade

Many want to limit abortion access, overturn Roe v. Wade. But is that the most important goal? Pro-lifers can make a difference now, regardless of Roe v. Wade.

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Supporting Birth Mothers in Their Journey of Unexpected Pregnancy

When it comes to supporting a birth mother, there is not an “easy” option. Both parenting and adoption come with grief and loss.