Why ProLife? Caring for the Unborn and their
Mothers
by Randy Alcorn
Bestselling Author Randy Alcorn Helps Readers
Root Their Beliefs About Abortion in Reality
Abortion is a hot topic, ranking number one among issues people
feel strongly about. Abortion is America's most frequently performed
surgery on women, with approximately 1.37 million reported abortions
in the U.S. each year. Everyone is affected by abortion, including
Christians. (Those calling themselves Protestant or Catholic account
for two-thirds of U.S. abortions; those calling themselves "born
again" account for 18%.)
Finally, a book has been written that presents the facts about
abortion with grace and compassion, helping readers to root their
beliefs in reality, not bumper-sticker slogans. Why ProLife?,
by Randy Alcorn, is written mainly for fence-straddlers and professing
pro-lifers, but also with pro-choicers in mind. Why ProLife?
addresses the questions central to the abortion debate in a concise,
straightforward, and non-abrasive manner.
Although many people will bring to the book their assumptions and
impressions about abortion, they will not be grounded in science
and logic. Many are "pro-life" because their religious leaders say
they should be; many are "pro-choice" because it is the position
that saturates popular media, and it sounds so positive and tolerant.
In Why ProLife?, Randy Alcorn encourages all readers to reevaluate
their positions and base their beliefs on factual evidence.
Why ProLife? asks and answers critical questions central
to the abortion debate, including:
- Is the unborn really a human being?
- Is the unborn part of her mother's body?
- What do the new ultrasound technologies tell us?
- Is abortion necessary to ensure equal rights for women?
- Is it unfair to expect a pregnant woman to have an unwanted
child?
- Does abortion affect a woman's physical and mental health?
- What about abortion in the "hard cases"?
- Is adoption really a viable alternative?
Individuals, churches and organizations are offered many practical
suggestions to intelligently and graciously act in the interests
of both women and children.
The author has committed all royalties from this book to go to
pro-life organizations.
Readers' Responses to Why ProLife?
I just finished Why ProLife? and am so impressed I'm telling
all my friends they should read it. The back of the book states
that it is concise and nonabrasive, and I can't think of a book
that better fits that description, but still does such an awesome
job of strongly conveying the truth about abortion. I've always
been pro life, but only had a vague sense of how to convey that
to others. After reading your book I feel many times more confident
in being able to discuss abortion with someone else. In addition,
although our current home doesn't have the room to house an additional
person, I would love to be able to do this one day for a pregnant
and needy woman. I hope this will be one of the top considerations
when choosing our next house. Thank you once again for your amazing
book. - M. F.
More Reader's Responses
to Why ProLife?
Endorsements for Why Pro Life?
"A well-thought-out and thorough analysis of why protecting
all human life is not only the right position but the only position
we as a society should support. I believe minds will be changed
after reading this book."
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Kristen Day, Executive Director,
Democrats for Life of America
"In clear, compelling language, Randy Alcorn lays out the case
for life, appealing powerfully to both the reason and the emotions.
Why ProLife? is an invaluable resource for anyone trying to help
a friend or family member understand the prolife point of view."
- Charles W. Colson,
Prison Fellowship, Washington, DC
"What a comprehensive, well-documented and compelling book...especially
as it relates to our babies at risk."
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Jennifer O'Neill, Actress, Author, Spokesperson
for "Silent No More" Awareness Campaign
"To change our culture, it is not enough to say that we are
pro-life; we must explain why we are pro-life. This book is an excellent
resource that does precisely that."
-
Father Frank Pavone, National
Director, Priests for
Life & President, National Pro-life Religious Council
"This compelling book shatters stereotypes. It will help heal
the wounds of America's most urgent internal conflict."
- Rabbi Daniel Lapin, President
of Toward Tradition,
a national coalition of Jews and Christians &
Author and radio talk show host
Complete list of
endorsements
Audio Questions & Answers
From the book Why ProLife?
Randy Alcorn on Midday Connection with Melinda
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