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Over the weekend we had the privilege to see the movie "October Baby."  It tells a story from a perspective that is not often touched upon in the abortion debate, and this is from the perspective of an abortion survivor.  To be honest I was a little bit skeptical about the movie before I did some research and watched some of the trailers.  I know, I know, we have all watched a lot of trailers and then with eager anticipation gone to see a movie, only to have our high hopes dashed to pieces, but this is not what happened.  

The movie is inspired by the life of Gianna Jessen, who is a survivor of a failed abortion attempt.  I thought the movie was well done.  The acting was credible and the script was for the most part believable.  Some of the music transitions were a bit abrupt, but that is me being nit picky so I will stop there.  What made a positive impression upon me was that October Baby was multi-dimensional.  It showed different facets that surround abortion that are very rarely discussed.  To begin with, the story revolves around an abortion survivor, a possibility that many of us don't even consider exists.  Other dimensions that are revealed were the love of the adoptive parents, the struggles of the biological mother, the challenges of the people who are part of the abortion industry and those who stand by those who have to face the issues caused by abortion.  

Recently, I was reminded of a political party that came to power in Europe in the 1930's that marginalized a whole people group and as a result, over 6 million individuals in this people group died.  Our Lord convicted me that we, as a nation, have done the same thing.  We have marginalized the unborn and as such over 50 million individuals have died through abortion in this country since 1973.  Now please understand me here,  I am not pointing the finger at anyone here except at myself.  Before the Lord, I have supported the ideology that drives the abortion industry any time I put my "rights", "convenience" and "will" above others and ultimately above our gracious God.  I have loved myself more than I have loved Him.  For this I am guilty ... God forgive me, God forgive us.

But, this is not a confessional, so back to the movie ... the very best part of "October Baby" is that it is about forgiveness that comes through our Lord Jesus Christ.  He is relevant to all of life.  I invite you to go see the movie and experience that there is enough of His forgiveness for us all.  

God Bless,

Pastor Steve