Justice – to give everyone their due; to receive what we have a right to.
Abortion is always an injustice and often a part of a system of injustice. Choosing life breaks generational chains.
Put yourself in the shoes of a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy. Maybe she’s heard her parents say that if she ever showed up pregnant they’d kick her out. Maybe her partner told her it’s her choice and left all the responsibility on her shoulders. Maybe when she looked for help she was met with judgement of “You should have kept your legs shut,” or “You’re so irresponsible. Why didn’t you use protection?”
This woman has been deprived of what is justly hers, a family who will love her unconditionally, a responsible father committed to their child, and a community of friends and loved ones who will stand with her.
We as human beings deserve a support system; however, for many women, the feeling they have no choice but abortion stems from the lack of this support system. The sentiments “I just can’t do it alone” and “It’s better for the baby not to be born into this.” are born from the harsh environment this woman has had to survive in.
And then another injustice is inflicted on another human being, their life extinguished, and their right to what was due to them – life and a family’s love – taken away. The cycle continues for her child. Injustice begets injustice. One person forever lost, another forever wounded.
There is hope and healing for women who have experienced abortion. You are whole human beings, you are not the worst thing you’ve done. You deserve love and healing, your story is not over.
Choosing life in these difficult circumstances is such a courageous act. It gives justice to another even when it’s been denied to you. Any choice for life is a choice of love.
Pregnancy centers and pro-life communities can further restore justice for women by being part of a support system for those who don’t have one. Get involved with your local pregnancy center or start a Walking with Moms in Need or Embrace Grace group at your local church.
