A Brethren Answer to Abortion: Part 1 - Argument: It is not a baby

One of the biggest thoughts in the abortion agencies is that it is not a baby. They base this on several things, one of which we will address specifically in part 2. There are many ways this argument is made. The baby is brought down to the level of being simply a gathering of cells, or a bit of tissue. This categorization not only assumes to eliminate the responsibility for their decisions to engage in sexual intimacy and becoming pregnant.

The issue becomes that this position dehumanizes the baby by making that living being something less than human. However, and we have proof of this, the moment someone says a dog or cat is just that, a dog or cat, watch as these same individuals freak out! Animal rights activists attack and dehumanize the one who treats a dog as a dog and a cat as a cat. An animal is an animal and no, humans are not mere animals. That is an absolute lie of evolutionary theory.

Instead, there is a higher value on human life than an animal and if it came down to protecting animals and protecting babies in the womb, Brethren should be the first to rally around the Pro-Life choice! But we still have not addressed the argument of, "It is not a baby". In this argument lies some very scientific ignorance, whether that is due to not being taught, or being willingly ignorant of the truth. The question being asked, if it is not a baby, what is it? If it is just cells, or tissue, then there should be some kind of scientific evidence for this. What is the mantra that is often spouted by feminists? "Follow the Science"!

Ok, so, for you, dear reader, if you are still following, and want to argue against what these points are, let me share with you the arguments laid out against this position. And, if we are going to "follow the science" we must allow the evidence to lead us to the conclusion. Not do a logical fallacy of evasion. If you are a Brethren that is reading this and defend the right to murder a baby, then a note will follow at the end for you. So, let us begin with our defense of the unborn against such a callouse argument.

Here is a breakdown from Dr. Brian Clowes, laying out the progression of development for babies in the womb:

2 weeks: First completed brain cells appear.
3 weeks: Heart begins beating, eyes form; brain, spinal column, and nervous system virtually complete.
4 weeks: Muscle development, arm and leg buds visible, neocortical cells appear, blood flows in baby's veins separate from mother's blood.
5 weeks: Pituitary gland forms, mouth, ears, and nose take shape.
6 weeks: Brain waves can be detected.
7 weeks: Cartilage skeleton completely formed, umbilical cord complete, brain coordinates voluntary muscle movement and involuntary organ movement, lips sensitive to touch.
8 weeks: Based on nervous system development, a fetus can likely feel pain, teeth present, all organs present save lungs, taste buds and fingerprints forming, responds to tapping on amniotic sac.
9 weeks: Fingernails form, can bend its fingers around an object and suck its thumb.
10 weeks: All parts of body sensitive to touch; can swallow, squint, frown, and pucker brow.
11 weeks: Breathing amniotic fluid and does so until birth, urination, all facial expressions (including smiling) possible, taste buds complete.
12 weeks: Can kick, turn over, make a fist, hiccup, cry, open its mouth, press its lips together, and practice breathing.
13 weeks: All senses are present, including vocal chords.
20 weeks: Can be surprised by loud external noises.
23 weeks: A fetus demonstrates REM (Rapid Eye Movement).
4 months: Can grasp, swim, and turn somersaults.
6 months: Hair growth on head and eyebrows, eyelashes form.
7 months: A fetus' hands can support its entire weight.
8 months: Fetus weighs more than 4 lbs., all body systems present.
9 months: After this point, the fetus gains a half lb. each week and 41 of the 45 total generations of cell replication have already taken place.

So...where is it not a baby? In the first two weeks, usually the mother does not even know they are pregnant! The heartbeat bill, as some Republicans put out, is also false because by the 15 weeks, they have already bypassed the development of a baby! These Republicans are sadly trying to find a compromise, but the only one that loses out is none other than the baby. Look at the first three weeks! No matter how this is viewed, this is still a baby! To try and say it is simply cells or a blob of tissue, is a lie.This is not just cells. This is a baby. We will deal with the viability aspect in another post. But what about the term Fetus? Truth be told, I hate that term. It, again, dehumanizes the baby. It is a baby. Not a science experiment. It is not just a mistake, or some scientific interest data set. It is a baby. A living, breathing, functioning baby. A baby that is loved by God, designed by God, and has a purpose, meaning, and future. The same as all of you who are reading this.

You were designed and planned by God. Whether it was intentional or not, you are fearfully and wonderfully made by God. You have a purpose, plan, meaning, and hope. God designed you and put you together in such a miraculous way. There is so much that can be said, but I would recommend the DVD series, "Fearfully and Wonderfully Made" by Institute for Creation Research! It is impossible to watch that series and walk away thinking anything but how amazing God was when He put you together.

To my fellow Brethren who now wish to push for pro-abortion laws. You are not only aiding and helping in the full out slaughter of innocent children, you are also taking part in the worship of false gods! There is a great video on Youtube about the resurgence of the false gods of old and social support and growth of abortion in both the society and the Democrat party. It is pure evil and so is anyone who wishes and wants to murder babies. If you are part of this, then you, yes you, are very much part of this false worship, you are engaging in idolatry, and you will stand before God in judgment. You must repent.

What about those who have had abortion? We will address this when we come to the conclusion of our answer.