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Main Point of Discussion: Abortion is an immoral practice, because it runs contrary to the Biblical view of human life. But forgiveness is available to everyone though Jesus Christ. The Movie Clip: Interview with Eduardo Verástegui Bella is a beautiful and touching film that focuses on the value of human life and doing what is right in the face of adversity. It manages to project a strong pro-family message without ever needing to say it. (from wingclips.com) This clip is an interview with one of the main actors where he recounts a life saving visit to an abortion clinic. It is a powerful account that should really connect with your students and raise the issue of abortion. Introducing the Clip: Today I want to show you an interview with Eduardo Verastegui, who is one of the lead actors in the film “Bella.” As we watch it, try to put yourself in his place and think about how you would feel, what you might say, etc. Let’s take a look. Transitional Statement: This clip brings up several issues that are definitely hot topics in our culture today, and one of the main ones is the issue of abortion and what’s called the sanctity of life. Basically, the issue comes down to when life begins, and whether or not an unborn baby has a right to life over and above the choice of the parents. Divide into Small Groups: Let’s go ahead and split up into our discussion groups, and then afterward we’ll come back together for a final word. CLICK HERE for a quick training article on how to maximize your small groups using our small group format—a great resource to equip your small group leaders. Discussion Questions:
Read the following passage: Psalm 139:13-16 (NLT) You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous—how well I know it. You watched me as I was being formed in utter seclusion, as I was woven together in the dark of the womb. You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed. Wrap Up: Read the story below:
For years afterward, she felt unworthy of God’s forgiveness. She cried herself to sleep at night, waking up to a day of depression. Her shame tainted everything she thought about herself, everything she said and did. She no longer participated in church activities, and soon she stopped going to church altogether. Her family and friends knew something was wrong, but they had no idea of the hidden nightmare she was living. Then, through a series of circumstances, Joanie began to hear God’s unrelenting knock on her heart. She knew He wanted her to depend on Him. Through the love and support of Christian friends, Joanie began the healing journey. She no longer lives with the shame that kept her from loving others. She has experienced the love, peace, and freedom that comes from knowing God and His forgiveness. These words that Joanie wrote tell of her journey from unbearable shame and guilt to the joy of freedom found in God’s forgiveness. To My Unborn Child I think of all the times we never shared. My heart is overwhelmed with sadness. I think of how I put my life first before your life. My heart is overwhelmed with guilt. I think of how blind I was, how scared I felt. My heart is overwhelmed with shame. I think of how I’ve continued to put my needs first, hurting those around me. My heart is overwhelmed with my sin. I think of how Jesus died even for my sin of abortion. My heart is overwhelmed with gratitude. I think of how much God loves me and accepts me as I am. My heart is overwhelmed with joy and peace. I think of God’s forgiveness and that He remembers my sin no more. My heart is overwhelmed with His love … and I am free! Author: Ak www.gospelcom.net - Campus Journal - © R.B.C. Ministries Close in Prayer – (give invitation) Right now I want everyone to close their eyes and think about themselves and not those around you. If you are sitting here and you’re thinking, “I sometimes feel like just a worthless mass of tissue that doesn’t matter to anyone- especially God”. I have good news for you- you are valuable. So valuable, in fact, that Jesus Christ died on the Cross so He wouldn’t have to live without you. If you’d like that relationship with God, tell Him. Let Him know that you are trusting in Christ’s death on the Cross for forgiveness, and thank Him that He loves and values you so much. There may also be Christians here who are really struggling with guilt over past sins. Tonight, make sure you make things right with God by confessing your sins and receiving forgiveness. Finally, let’s spend a few minutes in silent prayer for those thinking about abortion, or who have gone through it and are now feeling guilty. Let’s pray that Jesus would use that experience to bring them into relationship with Him. Written by Lane Palmer |
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