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Pro-Life Q&As
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What’s your opinion of in vitro fertilization (IVF)?
The Bible is far from silent on the topic of the sanctity of human life, especially preborn life in the womb.
Would you advise adopting a child from another country or a different ethnic group? My spouse and I are seriously interested in helping a child who needs a home, but we’re unsure about the potential risks and challenges that come with interracial or intercultural adoption.
Can you tell me more about your foster care and adoption outreach? I’ve heard that Focus on the Family is actively involved in promoting adoption and ministering to the needs of children in foster care.
What can I do to help other men find freedom from the emotional and psychological aftermath of being involved in an abortion? Years ago I pressured a girlfriend to have an abortion. I struggled with guilt, shame, and remorse for a long time. But I’m happy to say that in Jesus Christ I’ve found joy …
I’m pregnant and I don’t know what to do. Can you direct me to a local Pregnancy Resource Center or some other source of help?
In an adoption situation, what are the pros and cons of preserving and maintaining the child’s relationship with his or her birth mother? My spouse and I are seriously considering adopting a child, but we haven’t yet decided whether to make it an “open” or a “closed” arrangement. What would you recommend?
How can I become more actively involved in promoting a broader awareness of the sanctity of human life? I have a strong desire to take a stand in defense of innocent preborn children. Any suggestions or recommendations?
Should I have an abortion if my baby is likely to be born with a serious – potentially disabling – medical condition? My doctor has assured me that this is the case, and I’m at a loss to know what to do. I’m devastated and overwhelmed.
Is it possible to be consistently pro-life while still making an exception for abortion in cases when the life of the mother is at risk? What’s your perspective on this difficult ethical question?
Is it normal for me to be dealing with troubling emotions as the result of a past abortion? It happened years ago, but I still have a really hard time coping with my feelings.
Should I have an abortion if my baby is likely to be born with a serious – potentially fatal – medical condition?
What can I do to discourage my terminally ill father from seeking out a doctor to help him end his life? He’s dying of cancer, and though his condition isn’t dire yet, he’s extremely depressed and has been talking about physician-assisted suicide. How can I show him that he has purpose and hope despite his …
What are some of the symptoms associated with Post-Abortion Syndrome?
Does the Bible really say that preborn life is sacred? I’m a Bible-believing Christian and a dedicated pro-life activist. I’ve never doubted that Scripture supports the sanctity of life in the womb (as, for example, in Psalm 139:13-16). Then a skeptical friend directed my attention to Exodus 22:21-24, where the penalty for causing a woman …
What can I do to help other women discover freedom from the emotional and psychological aftermath of an abortion? I know firsthand how devastating it can be to wrestle with post-abortive guilt. But I’m happy to say that in Jesus Christ I’ve found joy in being released from that burden and forgiven for my past …
What does our church need to know before launching an adoption ministry? What’s involved in tackling a project like this? Can you suggest any resources?
My doctor told me that I’ll be risking my own life by carrying my baby to term. Should I have an abortion? I was so excited when I learned that I was pregnant, but now I’m devastated and confused.
