Beautiful Life

Medical Expert Testimonies on the Beginning of Human Life:

“This is the moment of conception, when an individual’s unique set of DNA is created, a human signature that never existed before and will never be repeated.” --In the Womb, National Geographic, 2005

“{The zygote], formed by the union of an oocyte and a sperm, is the beginning of a new human being.” --Before We Are Born: Essentials of Embryology, 7^th Edition, 2008.

“By all the criteria of modern molecular biology, life is present from the moment of conception.” --Professor Hymie Gordon, Mayo Clinic

“After fertilization has taken place a new human being has come into being. [It] is no longer a matter of taste or opinion…it is plain experimental evidence.” --Dr. Jerome LeJeune, Professor of Genetics, University of Descartes

“It is incorrect to say that biological data cannot be decisive…It is scientifically correct to say that an individual human life begins at conception.” --Professor Micheline Matthews-Roth, Harvard University Medical School

“The beginning of a single human life is from a biological point of view a simple and straightforward matter—the beginning is conception.” --Dr. Watson A. Bowes, University of Colorado Medical School

“…conception marks the beginning of the life of a human being—a being that is alive and is a member of the human species.” –Judiciary Subcommittee

Pro-Choice Advocates Agree:

“There is no doubt that from the first moments of its existence an embryo conceived from human sperm and eggs is a human being.” –Peter Singer, ethicist

“We need to contextualize the fight to defend abortion rights within a moral framework that admits that the death of a fetus is a real death.” –Naomi Wolf

“I think we have deluded ourselves into believing that people don’t know that abortion is killing…yes, it kills a fetus.” –Faye Wattleton (Planned Parenthood)

“We can accept that the embryo is a living thing in the fact that it has a beating heart, that it has its own genetic system within it. It’s clearly human in the sense that it’s not a gerbil, and we can recognize that it is human life. The point is not when does human life begin, but when does it really begin to matter?” –Ann Furedi (British Pregnancy Advisory Service)

“I accept that abortion stops a beating heart and I accept that abortion ends a potential human life, even in the very earliest weeks of pregnancy.” –Ann Furedi

“I definitely do want to talk about the fact that when you are pregnant, there is a baby growing inside of you.” –Judith Arcana (Abortion Counseling Service)

What determines YOUR worth?

“SLED=Size, level of development, environment, degree of dependency.” --Stephen Schwarz

Pro-Choice arguments are about WHEN human life gains value!!!

 

Amazing Pictures and Citations

During in utero surgery, 21-week-old Samuel Armas grasped his doctor's finger! He is a healthy boy today.

http://www.mccl.org/prenatal-surgery-saves-samuel-armas.html

Miracle: Amillia was born at just 21 weeks and six days into her gestation--two weeks before the legal abortion limit at just 9.5 inches (24.13 cm) long and less than 10 ounces (284 g).

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1021034/The-tiniest-survivor-How-miracle-baby-born-weeks-legal-abortion-limit-clung-life-odds.html

 

“Behind the scenes- the model of a fetus in the womb. On Mother’s Day, one of the most startling broadcasts will be In the Womb on National Geographic Channel. Pictures of unborn infants are not new but this two-hour Brit documentary uses the latest in 3-D scanning technology to provide exceptional images of a baby girl from conception to birth.”

http://reachingforsoul.wordpress.com/2012/12/17/curled-up-in-the-womb/life-gender/

Quotation References

Ñ http://www.abort73.com/abortion/medical_testimony/

Ñ http://www.independent.co.uk/voices/commentators/ann-furedi-a-womans-right-to-choose-is-also-her-right-to-be-human-1021691.html

Ñ http://www.lifesitenews.com/news/abortion-chain-ceo-i-accept-that-abortion-stops-a-beating-heart/

Ñ http://www.uic.edu/orgs/cwluherstory/CWLUFeature/Arcanatalk.html

Ñ http://www.nrlc.org/NewsToday/SLED.html

Identity in Christ: Heart Transplant

Becoming a child of God can happen in only one way: We must receive a new heart.


Jesus said that we must be born again in order to enter the Kingdom of God. He said very specifically, "You must be born of water and the Spirit." (John 3:3-6)


Ezekiel prophesied this occurrence in the Old Testament. As a prophet of God, he declared God's promise: "I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit with in you. I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them."(Ezekiel 36:26-27)


The prophets Jeremiah and Isaiah made it clear why a heart transplant has to take place. "A man's heart is deceitful above all things and desperately wicked." (Jeremiah 17:9) "Our righteousness is as filthy rags."(Isaiah 64:6)


The Apostle Paul states clearly, "If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. Old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new." (II Corinthians 5:17) Paul explains further that none of our attempts to earn heaven will ever cover up the sinful nature inherent within each of us. Nor can our good works even begin to compare to the holiness of God. (Romans 3:19-23)


Therefore, God offered a once-and-for-all solution: the death of Jesus on the cross as payment for our sins AND a complete DNA change: sin-riddled heart and dead spirit replaced with pure heart and spirit breathed alive by the indwelling presence of the Spirit of God inside us upon the moment of rebirth. (Ephesians 2:1-5)


Jesus promised to those who embrace Him, speaking of Himself and the Father, "We will come to them and make our home in them." (John 14:23) He declared irrevocably, "The Spirit of truth...dwells with you and will be in you." (John 14:17) The Apostle Paul declares the same truth after Jesus' resurrection, "Having believed, you were sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise, who is the guarantee of our inheritance." (Ephesians 1:13-14)


This heart transplant guarantees a new identity: Child of God (Romans 8:15-16). The Apostle John, who lived longer than any of the other disciples, rejoices in this amazing identity change: "How great the Father's love that He has lavished on us that we should be called children of God!" (I John 3:1)


Here then is Daddy's heart: That everyone who cries out for the mercy and covering of the Cross will receive a complete heart transplant! Jesus paid for it with His own life. The Holy Spirit performs the surgery and remains within us as the Absolute Guarantor that the surgery "took". He executes a complete coup on the enemy: delivering us out of the Kingdom of Darkness into the Kingdom of Light! (Colossians 1:13)


How amazing that the Father took full custody the moment, we said, "I want You in me!" He didn't just temporarily set up house to see if we mean it, which would put us back under the works of the law, because now it'd be dependent on our actions again instead of simply our cry for His mercy (Galatians 3:3). Rather, as soon as that cry for mercy bursts from the heart, He snaps His fingers and says, "Done! It is finished! The whole price was paid for every sin past, present, and future, and I'm never backing out of our deal. I'm taking that old sinful heart out right now--this instant--and giving you a brand new one. And I'm thrilled to live within you and begin the process of renewing your soul, so that your will, mind, and emotions will grow to reflect My new nature in you." (Romans 12:1-2).


I know there are some people who debate whether a person can lose this new identity, this new heart, and one's place in God's family. After all, there are many Scriptures that urge us to examine ourselves to make sure we are truly in the faith (II Corinthians 13:5). Paul spends several chapters in his epistle to the Romans explaining why we must not continue deliberately sinning, saying that it's not a big deal because we receive God's payment and forgiveness. His payment was His own life!!! (Romans 6) Not only was the payment extremely high and must be received with deepest humility and gratitude, but purposefully sinning brings us back under its power. Refusing to submit to the guidance of the Holy Spirit, who will always lead us into Godliness and holiness, opens us back up to the torment of the enemy within our souls (Matthew 18:33-34, I Timothy 1:20).


These verses give severe warning and appeal to our new spiritual DNA. Unbelievers must receive a revelation from the Holy Spirit to turn from self-righteous sufficiency to full dependence upon the redemptive work of Christ (II Corinthians 4:3-4). Scripture also warn us as believers not begin to think we need to earn continual infilling of the Holy Spirit. The Apostle Paul writes the entire letter to the Galatians to combat that heresy. We receive the Holy Spirit by pure grace, and He remains of His own great love for us--Praise God!!!


We humbly yield our lives to Him, and never is our efforts the cause of our salvation, godliness, giftings, or empowering. Obedience and salvation are both EFFECTS of the new identity we have as Children of God!!!

True North

Amazing: People get to burn the American Flag and it's called "free speech" but pastors who quote Romans 1 and I Corinthians 6 are told they engage in "hate speech".


Even when people call wrong right and right wrong, they will only find True Freedom and True Love within the heart of God. He knows how He made our hearts, minds, and bodies to function. Jesus is our Creator and He sets boundary lines ONLY for our Good!


Smashing a compass cannot change True North. May I be a compass that points only to You, Lord Jesus--to Your love, Your mercy, Your grace, Your compassion, Your healing, Your cleansing, and Your promise of All Things New.


I know that some of us wrestle with how to be kind while holding to our convictions. I believe the answer is to focus on the Redemptive Power of God and to walk in humility because we have ALL sinned. However, if we offer God's redemption without explaining what we need redeemed out of, how can Redemption be grasped?


We will not seek medicine unless we realize we need a cure. We do not seek Due North unless we recognize that we have gone astray. Love warns of oncoming danger AND lends the hand to escape it. Yet, no one is persuaded to avoid a looming cliff unless we cry out, "Danger! There is a bottomless ravine up ahead!"


It is God's kindness that leads men to repentance (Titus 3:4-6). AND it is His kindness that warns us of judgment to come. God has drawn very clear boundary lines regarding our relationships with one another for our protection. Evil cannot enter heaven. Sin cannot stand before holiness. Jesus became a man and died BECAUSE of our sins and rebellion. The Good News means nothing when the Tragedy is covered in Self-Righteousness and Amoral Beliefs.


So let me be a compass that points Due North, no matter who raises a fist to smash its workings. Jesus has promised Peace and Joy that don't depend on circumstances and Life with Him Evermore!!!

Thoughts on Love

This is what I've observed about love:


Love finds its worth completely in Christ's love for him/her. Love draws from the Living Waters within, which the Holy Spirit gushes forth from the heart of believers as we walk with Him. Love knows that no one else is sufficient as the Source for the Love we need and others need from us.


Love defines itself according to the Father's heart.
Love takes its standard from the Living Word of God.
Love speaks honestly and respectfully.


Love provides accountability for those under its umbrella of care. When a loved one walks away from that umbrella of care or rebels against accountability then Love prays for their return to the Father's heart.


Love allows the other person's free choice without manipulation. Love grieves over ungodly choices and unhealthy behavior patterns in the other person. 


Love fixes its gaze upon Jesus and isn't swayed by alternative definitions of what love is. Love gazes through the Father's eyes to understand a situation and the other person. Love is Romance with Jesus that flows in the proper way to other people. Love listens to the Father's voice and allows Him to speak specifically and personally in each situation.


Love sacrifices for the sake of the other person. That sacrifice is always for the other person's good according to the Father's heart. The ultimate good for any person is a healthy, growing, and intimate relationship with Jesus. If that relationship is endangered and/or disconnected, right standing with the Father takes priority over everything else.


Love humbles itself before the Throne of God and let's the Father choose according to His knowledge and great love for each individual involved.


Love allows the Father to erect proper boundaries to stop abuse and manipulation of body, mind, and spirit. Love's commitment is to the Holy Spirit and rejects all forms of idolatry, refusing to bow down to any other spirit.


Love submits to the Father as He pulls off labels, exposing the truth about a person's heart and relationship. The Father always reveals the truth for each person's good, in order to heal and restore while always allowing each individual free choice. He even allows us to spit on Him and walk away, yet His love never alters. He is the One who alone can pursue us with unfaltering, relentless passion.


Love recognizes that the Father is the only One able to redeem a rebellious heart and tenderly places that person in His hands, relinquishing responsibility to make the person change. Love never ceases to long for and pray for the other person's best--that he/she walks in wholeness and right standing with the Lord--even when differing choices place the individuals on separate paths.


Love triumphs at the end of time when all hearts that freely chose the Love and Grace of God are gathered as one into the beautiful holiness of the Father's heart.