It is crucial to understand the abhorrent practice of child sacrifice and its parallels with abortion today. The church must advocate for justice and equal protection rather than turning a blind eye. We must repent of apathy and speak up for the vulnerable. God strictly forbade child sacrifice, and we should address abortion with the same seriousness. We have to push for equal protection through legislation, balancing justice and compassion. It's time to stand up for what is just and right, just as God would want us to.

 

Scripture: Leviticus 20:1-5

Life has immeasurable value as we are created in the image of God. Sin distorts the truth and denies reality, often targeting the most vulnerable in society. However, the heart will remain unchanged unless the Lord intervenes. Unchecked sin tends to target those who should be protected the most, becoming entrenched in culture under various guises.

 

History shows that in different eras, including Greco-Roman times, the killing of babies occurred for reasons such as establishing legitimacy, controlling family size, or due to paternal preference. In modern times, different methods are employed, but the outcome remains unchanged – the loss of innocent lives. This practice has become normalized, accepted, and even rationalized, but at its core, it is a matter of the heart. It is through the light of the gospel that true transformation can occur.

 

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Jeremiah 19:1-6, Matthew 5:1-20