Abortion is Murder: A Lonely Christian Belief in a Loud World

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Tonight, I feel heavy.

I don’t even know where to start. I’ve avoided writing this down for so long, maybe because it feels too raw or because I’m afraid of how it might sound, even to myself. But lately, this has been sitting on my heart like a weight. And I need to pour it out — not for anyone else to see, but for me. Maybe to understand myself better. Maybe to let God work through the honesty of it.

Here it is, plain and simple: I believe abortion is murder.

Even writing that, I feel my chest tighten. Not because I doubt it, but because of what that belief costs me. I don’t say it out loud. I don’t post about it. I don’t argue in comment sections. It’s not that I’m ashamed of what I believe — I just know that in the world I live in, especially among people my age, this belief makes me a target. Or worse, a monster. People I love and respect — friends, classmates, even some from church — think this view is outdated, oppressive, even hateful.

But to me, it’s none of those things. To me, it’s rooted in love.

It comes from a place of reverence for life — all life. The unborn child who hasn’t had a chance to speak, to breathe, to be held. I believe that life starts at conception, that every heartbeat is sacred. I believe that God knits us together in the womb, not as a poetic idea, but as a truth. Psalm 139 has always felt so personal to me — “You knit me together in my mother’s womb.” How could I read that and believe life begins only when it’s convenient?

But it’s not just about the child. It’s about the woman, too. The pain, the pressure, the fear. I can’t imagine what it feels like to be pregnant and scared, unsupported, or alone. And because I can’t imagine it, I try not to judge. I really do. I don’t think women who’ve had abortions are evil. I don’t think they’re murderers in the cruel, criminal sense of the word. I think they’re human — hurting, overwhelmed, and in many cases, lied to about what abortion really is.

Still, in my heart, I can’t pretend it’s not the taking of a life. I’ve tried to sit with other perspectives. I’ve read, I’ve listened, I’ve prayed. But nothing has moved me from this belief. And maybe that’s because it’s not just a thought — it’s a conviction. Something spiritual. Something God has written on my soul in a way that no amount of social pressure can erase.

Sometimes I wonder what I would do if I were the one facing an unplanned pregnancy. Would my convictions hold? Would I have the courage to carry the child, even if I felt alone or ashamed? I like to think I would. I hope I never have to find out. But I pray that if I ever do, God would give me the strength to choose life — not just in theory, but in practice.

Being single and 24, I’m not in the middle of this issue the way some women are. I’m on the outside, watching the debates, listening to the shouts from both sides. And it’s so loud. So divisive. I feel like if I spoke up, I’d be dismissed or attacked. So I stay silent. And in that silence, I start to feel alone.

Even in church, people tread lightly around this topic. It’s become “too political,” too messy. And I get it — it is messy. But should we really go silent just because it’s controversial? Didn’t Jesus speak truth when it was dangerous, when it cost Him everything?

I don’t want to be hateful. I never want my belief to come across as judgment. I want it to come across as love. I want people to know that I care not just about the unborn child but also about the mother — her heart, her healing, her eternity. If she’s gone through it, I want her to know there’s grace. If she’s considering it, I want her to know there are other ways. I want to be part of the solution — to love better, support more, help create a world where no woman feels like abortion is her only choice.

But all I have right now is this belief, this quiet conviction that I carry with me in rooms where I can’t say it out loud. It’s lonely. But I remind myself that Jesus walked a lonely road, too. And that being faithful doesn’t always mean being popular. Sometimes it means standing still when the world rushes past you in the opposite direction.

So tonight, I choose to be honest with myself. I choose not to bury this part of me. I won’t scream it at the world, but I won’t pretend it’s not real either. God gave me this heart — soft, but strong. Quiet, but unshakable. And He sees me, even when no one else does.

If I lose people over this belief, so be it. If I stay silent to preserve peace, I’ll make sure it’s never out of fear, but out of wisdom. Either way, I know who I serve. I know who made me. And I know that in His eyes, every life — born or unborn — matters deeply.

Including mine.

A Prayer for Newborn Babies

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for the precious gift of new life. Each newborn child is a miracle — formed by Your hands, known by Your heart, and created with divine purpose. You said in Your Word, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you” (Jeremiah 1:5), and today we praise You for the beautiful lives You are bringing into the world.

Lord, we lift up every newborn baby into Your care. Wrap them in Your protection, cover them in Your peace, and surround them with love. Let their bodies grow strong, their minds be filled with peace, and their hearts always be open to Your presence. From their very first breath, may they be held in the warmth of Your grace.

We pray for wisdom and strength for every parent and caregiver. May they be filled with patience, tenderness, and courage as they nurture and guide these tiny lives. Help them to love selflessly, lead with humility, and rely on You daily. May their homes be full of laughter, learning, and the light of Christ.

Jesus, You welcomed children with open arms. Let these little ones grow to know You, trust You, and walk in Your truth. May they become strong in spirit, rich in kindness, and bold in faith. And even when the world feels uncertain, may they always find their identity and security in You.

We entrust every newborn baby to Your unfailing love — the same love that never changes, never ends, and never lets go.

In Jesus’ holy name we pray,
Amen.

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Published by thechristiantechnerd

22 year old college student! 100% Christian,! Will ALWAYS be a woman of FAITH. And my friends call me the "The Christian Tech Nerd" because I was hired by a very successful tech company in Silicon Valley, and I turned them down to be close to my family!

27 thoughts on “Abortion is Murder: A Lonely Christian Belief in a Loud World”

  1. I wrote a post some time ago and five tiny perfectly formed fingers. My wife was a surgical tech in Texas when abortion was illegal. A doctor with a reputation was doing a scheduled surgery after hours – virtually never done, so something was amiss. My wife refused to do an abortion, but he said for her to prepare the table for a D&C (Dilation and Curettage) to remove tissue that might lead to excessive bleeding. The second thing that he removed was the arm. When my wife saw the five tiny fingers, she walked out of the room, a fireable offense to leave the doctor stranded. She did not lose her job because the doctor was doing something illegal at the time. Each time I read about abortion, my mind returns to the five tiny fingers and how I held my wife in my arms for more than an hour while she sobbed.

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  2. As I segue into my final act I find myself wondering what the Faith will look like after I’m gone. I am encouraged to read that you, along with many other “younger” Christians, are graciously standing firm on the truth of God’s Word. I thank you for sharing your heart in the face of cultural backlash and I thank you for sharing your conviction on this topic. You were kind and understanding while stating a hard reality of human existence and of the sanctity of human life.

    Moreover, I am most moved by the firmness of your stand on all topics in a world of wishy-washy relativism. “Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.” Ephesians 6:13

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  3. Hi C,

    Murder is the killing of the innocent, and there are none more innocent than the unborn. So you are correct, abortion is murder.

    It is also a not a political issue but a moral one. That is the problem most people have, they refuse to see the truth. As long as they can believe it’s political it’s just a matter of opinion. And your opinion is no better or worse than mine or there’s in their mind.

    Unfortunately for them, that is not the case. God sets the standards so any idea or opinion that doesn’t match His is incorrect. All we can do is pray for those who treat life so cheaply and continue proclaiming the truth as you are doing.

    Well spoken. I enjoy your posts, though I wish I had a name to go with the face. Have a great day!

    Kenneth

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  4. Your words are very compelling. My granddaughter is your close to your age, she gave birth to a little boy in September 2024. The father is out of the picture, not wanting to be involved. She was about to finish her last year of college, but instead had a baby. There was no question that abortion would be a consideration. She didn’t return to school until January. It took a lot of court for her to do this. Her parents weren’t enthused about the news, but offered to have her stay with them. My husband and I were surprised but happy to become great grandparents. When she said she wanted to return to school? My husband had passed away. This new life had already captured my heart and I agreed to care for the baby while she did. There was no judgement or shaming. When a woman has the common sense to keep her child she is doing the right thing. When that life enters a loving home and community everything works according to God’s plan. It’s what family is all about I love being Gigi.

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  7. You are 100% right. There are so many scriptures about how He knew us in our mother’s womb or even before we were conceived. Stand strong, you are on the right track.

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  8. Absolutely. Abortion is a scrament for the hard left and their feminist adherents. It’s all part of a larger socialist culture that twists common sense into protecting criminals and deviants, while advocating the murder of innocent people. Socialism is a sick ideology built on hatred and envy of good, prosperous people, and the sanctity of life. In other words, Christians and Jews and what they believe in.

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  10. I appreciate your willingness to speak plainly about a topic that usually sparks more heat than light. Your scriptural grounding and honesty about feeling isolated really resonated with me. While I know sincere believers land in different places on abortion—especially in hard medical or socio‑economic situations—I share your conviction that every life bears God’s image. I’d love to see more discussion on how the Church can offer practical, wrap‑around care for women and families in crisis; conviction and compassion have to travel together. Thanks for starting a hard but necessary conversation. Grace and peace.

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  11. I guess my opinion and beliefs are that those who perform abortions, all people who vote for the liberal democrat agenda, all leaders who support abortion, and all mothers who get an abortion are all murderers. Just like those who commit adultery are adulterers, those who tell lies are liars, those who steal are thieves. Repentance that brings forgiveness means to no longer again do what you once did. Anything less than that is not repentance. I really don’t care what people think about my opinions, nor the persecution that they may come to me. Now with the changes that God has performed inside of me, I am transparent. I speak what I believe when asked. I don’t go on the attack against those who believe differently than I do. But I will not back down when others attack me. It feels good to say what you believe, even if there is a cost to do so.

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  12. I believe that abortion is the biggest sin in this world. The one who gives life to the child growing in a woman’s womb is the one who is superior. If we kill that unborn child in the womb itself then we will not be able to save ourselves from this sin till our next life.
    First of all it is the fault of the one who has physical relations. Because when you did not want a child then why did you not take precautions. But once that child is in the womb, let it come into this world. You have no right to end anyone’s life.

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