Resources Related to Abortion and the Sanctity of Life

The Immeasurable Worth of Humans Made in the Image of God

In light of the recent ruling by the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, we wanted to highlight a number of resources that will help Christians to understand the truths of the pro-life position, to articulate that message, and to truly reflect on the sanctity of life.

Free Ebook: The Case for Life

The Case for Life provides intellectual grounding for the pro-life convictions that most evangelicals hold. Author Scott Klusendorf first simplifies the debate: the sanctity of life is not a morally complex issue. It's not about choice, privacy, or scientific progress. To the contrary, the debate turns on one key question: What is the unborn?

During this time we would like to make The Case for Life free as an ebook. Click below for your free download.

The Case for Life

Download the free ebook in PDF, EPUB, or MOBI format to read on your preferred digital device, including smart phones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers.

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Podcast: Roe v. Wade Has Been Overturned. Now What? (Scott Klusendorf)

In this episode of The Crossway Podcast, Scott Klusendorf talks about what the Supreme Court's ruling means for the pro-life cause and how it should impact how we, as Christians, seek to advocate for the lives of the unborn in our communities.

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Audio Essay: 10 Things You Should Know about Abortion

Does each and every human being have an equal right to life? Scott Klusendorf provides ten important truths related to the pro-life position and the argument against abortion.

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Featured Article: An Open Letter to a Young Woman Contemplating an Abortion

Perhaps you are on the verge of a deeply significant decision about ending your pregnancy. Leah Savas writes a thoughtful letter to women facing the option of abortion with three reasons why that decision isn't as personal as you might think.

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Free Chapters on Abortion

The following are excerpts from other books that help explain the empty promises offered by abortion and what it means that we are created in the image and likeness of God.

Labor with Hope: Gospel Meditations on Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Motherhood

Gloria Furman shares how earlier in life she considered abortion to be a “sad, but necessary choice” but was driven to a different conclusion after becoming a Christian.

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Cultural Counterfeits: Confronting 5 Empty Promises of Our Age and How We Were Made for So Much More

Jen Oshman encourages women to reject cultural idols like abortion offer and embrace something much more satisfying. She spends one chapter unpacking the argument "my body, my choice" that has ultimately proven to be an empty promise.

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What the Bible Says about Abortion, Euthanasia, and End-of-Life Medical Decisions

Wayne Grudem demonstrates in this accessible booklet that because humans were created in God’s image, life should be treasured and preserved at all stages. The first half of this book is devoted to abortion.

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Articles Related to Abortion

On Abortion

On Sanctity of Life

On Adoption

On Supporting Someone Who Has Had an Abortion or Is Considering One

On Handling Political Disagreements

Podcasts Related to Abortion

A New Resource Coming Soon

The Story of Abortion in America

Marvin Olasky, Leah Savas

Authors Marvin Olasky and Leah Savas detail the long history of abortion and its impact on American culture through vivid personal stories that humanize people on both sides of the debate.


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