Biblical Answer

The Biblical View of the Unborn

The biblical view of the unborn is crucial in understanding how Christians should view the issue of abortion. The Bible teaches that human life begins at conception, and the unborn child is considered a human being in God's sight. This is evident in Psalm 139:13-14, which says, "For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well." This passage suggests that the unborn child is a unique and valuable creation of God.

The Sanctity of Human Life

The Bible teaches that human life is sacred and should be protected. This is evident in the many passages that condemn the taking of human life, including the unborn. For example, Exodus 21:22-25 says, "When men strive together and hit a pregnant woman, so that her children come out, but there is no harm, the one who struck the woman shall be fined, as the woman's husband shall impose on him, and he shall pay as the judges determine. But if there is harm, then you shall appoint as a penalty life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, burn for burn, wound for wound, stripe for stripe." This passage suggests that the unborn child is considered a human being and should be protected.

The Christian Response to Abortion

In light of the biblical view of the unborn, Christians should respond to abortion with compassion and conviction. We should recognize the humanity of the unborn fetus and affirm its protection. This means that we should advocate for policies and practices that protect the unborn, such as laws that prohibit abortion and provide support for women who are pregnant and in need. We should also seek to educate and equip women to make informed choices about their pregnancies, and provide resources and support for those who are struggling with the decision to abort. Ultimately, our response to abortion should be guided by a commitment to the sanctity of human life and a desire to see all human beings, born and unborn, treated with dignity and respect.