The Reality of Our Reality

Since only 19 responses were logged, representing 18 opinions, I can't very well send the results to my legislators.  The results are far from conclusive but more than 60% of those who posted were pro-life.  What I am more interested in is the number of posts I received.  19 posts, in my mind represent a lack of interest.  In the months since I posted this blog topic I have received well over 19 visitors.  A small fraction of those who visited actually commented.  What's more is that 19 people actually took the time to comment, but that is where it seemed to stop.  I realize that my blog is less than a decisive tool for civil action but the reality is that our society doesn't care about abortion enough to change it.  Don't read that wrong.  Individuals may be passionately against abortion but that passion seems to stop once an attempt is made to bridge the gap between principle and action.

When Jesus started his earthly ministry his actions were characterized by an individual call out of apathy.  The same happens today.  When we finally surrender to Christ we are called out of lives where we are content to sit and play video games all day.  We are called out of lives consumed by shallow pleasures.  We are called to go into the world and speak truth.  We must stop making concessions for those who would give themselves license to kill.  Let us not forget that we have the market cornered on truth and morality.  We may not concede to others’ opinions and treat them as truth.  God is the law giver.  He alone determines what is right and He has made no such provision for abortion.  Fear God, not man!