A recent survey reveals that women who have had an abortion are twice as likely to attempt suicide, highlighting the deep emotional and spiritual scars left by the procedure. Abortion is seen not only as the taking of an innocent life but also as a catalyst for profound inner turmoil and guilt. The pain expressed in these statistics echoes the biblical lament for the brokenness of the human heart, reminding us that life, created in God’s image, is sacred from conception onward.
The emotional fallout experienced by these women is a sobering reminder of the cost of rejecting God’s design. Scripture teaches that every life is fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that turning away from His commandments leads to a cycle of despair and self-destruction. The increased risk of suicide among abortion survivors can be viewed as a manifestation of spiritual desolation, a condition that earthly remedies alone cannot mend.
This study serves as both a warning and a call to compassionate outreach. The church must not only speak truth about the sanctity of life but also offer the hope and healing found in Christ. Only through repentance, forgiveness, and the power of the Gospel can these deep wounds begin to heal, offering a way back to the fullness of life that God intended. READ MORE
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Commentary by Joe Hawkins