The founding of the United States of America was by God's providence. With so many pro-abortion demonstrations and threats against Supreme Court Justices and others, one has to wonder, does One Nation Under God still ring true today, as it did a decade ago?
Supreme Court rulings do have and have had major impacts on the American culture. The U.S. Supreme Court was established by Article 3 of the U.S. Constitution. It plays an important role in our constitutional system of government. First, as the highest court in the land, it is the court of last resort for those looking for justice. Second, due to its power of judicial review, it plays an essential role in ensuring that each branch of government recognizes its limits.
A treaty negotiated by John Jay with Great Britain was to reestablish trade between the USA and Great Britain and avert another war. His role in colonial America was significant.
Portrait of John Jay after his appointment to the Supreme Court.
The Judiciary Act of 1789 was passed by Congress and signed by President George Washington, establishing the Supreme Court of the United States as a tribunal made up of six justices who were to serve on the court until death or retirement.
Abortion-on-demand has revealed a deep divide in the American culture. Some see it as a political issue; while the truth is, it’s a moral and spiritual issue cloaked in a political overcoat. The willful killing of a child, born or yet to be born, goes beyond politics.
Associate Justice Alito wrote the majority opinion for abolishing abortion as a Constitutional right, as stated on the slide.
Associate Justice Breyer, wrote the descending position as noted. Breyer officially retired and was replaced by Ketanji Brown Jackson, who is believed to be a progressive liberal. Time will tell just how progressive--a.k.a. left of center.
What does the Bible say about killing? The 10 Commandments are all inclusive and does not set aside the unborn child as a non-person, as we see in Psalm 139 and Luke 1 (following slides)
2 Timothy tells us that all Scripture is the inspired Word of God. It does not give us the option of picking and choosing what parts of Scripture are binding and what parts are optional. Sadly, some Christians think otherwise; exceptions are being made by certain historic denomination.
Psalm 139 describes the beginning of human life within the womb. The baby is knitted together—the key words “knit together” assures us that the child is wonderfully made and doesn’t suddenly become a living human being at birth.
The “baby in Elizabeth’s womb” leaped for joy at Mary’s spoken words.
The statistics shown on the slide are based on a survey published by Ligonier Ministries. It's very telling as to why some Christians, who don't agree on essential biblical issues, can support pro-choice in regard to abortion.
Let’s begin here. A recent press release by the United Church of Christ objected to the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, by declaring abortion as a state matter to be determined by the people of each respective state. Notice the press release’s terminology: “birthing people” rather than mothers. The wording speaks volumes for their “cultural ideology”, which certainly cannot be defined as “biblical theology”. The only way to “terminate a pregnancy” is to kill the unborn child, even up to the moment of birth.
The United Church of Christ doesn’t stand alone on the abortion issue. Other denominations have accepted abortion, which of course, is a statement to the culture that it’s okay. Denominations that support abortion as a personal decision are noted on this and the next slide.
The extent of the list certainly surprised me, inclusive of both Christian and Jewish congregations.
Pastor John MacArthur’s offers a biblical opinion regarding churches that do not follow the Bible for faith and practice, which is equally appropriate for the abortion issue; in that those churches have instead embraced the culture. Recent statistics show that the membership of those denominations is in decline.
The protest signs reflect both sides of the debate, most participants of whom are millennials; the generation that will determine the future of America, especially when they can point to so many churches that support pro-abortion views; which is also the stated position of the Democrat leadership in Congress.
A pro-abortion group called “Jane’s revenge” means exactly what’s stated on the slide. As noted on their website, their call to action is: “Now is the time—Stand up—Take action”. The next slide shows exactly what that means.
Here’s just one of several such situations that show exactly what their slogan means: Destruction of a Pro-Life Center that provides alternatives to abortion for pregnant women and girls. Another comment on their website: “You have seen that we are real, and that we are not merely pushing empty words.” What’s interesting is that the U.S. Justice Department has not taken action.
The consequences of Roe v. Wade, is sexual intimacy without consequences, as a form of recreation and not an integral part of marriage. As such, the marriage rate for adults fell from 72% to 50% over the last 60 years. As the caption states, America lost its way after Roe, with the legalization of abortion across the Nation.
The impact was even greater for Blacks as noted, going from a 61% marriage rate to a 33% marriage rate, leading far too many Black families without a biblical role model. And in too many cases, leaving unwed mothers on welfare. Consequently, it has been reported that crime in many of those Black neighborhoods has risen accordingly. Sad for them and sad for America.
What much of America used to look like. The culture saw sex as an integral part of marriage, and not a recreational activity. I remember those days well. In a passionate moment, a neighborhood friend got his girlfriend pregnant. The “neighborhood guys” insisted he marry her or else, and he did. Abortion wasn’t considered an option—and this was in the Bronx. We also spent a lot of time at a local ice cream parlor in the Bronx back then. But oh my, times have sure changed and so has the Nation.
This is an agenda for a Washington State school system. As noted, these are sexual education topics for elementary school children at the lowest levels. Perhaps a future posting. I couldn’t just let it pass without at least a mention.
Pastor Adrian Rogers’ 42-minute message: “The Generation to Come and the America of Tomorrow.” Click on the following link or copy and paste it into your web browser. It’s worth your time.
https://youtu.be/ucf444GCFzM
Pray for America!
This is the last blog posting until the Fall
