HBA Official Statement on Dobbs
June 24, 2022
The shot heard around the world. Kennedy’s assassination. September 11th 2001. Moments in United States history that stopped time. Events that impacted every American, and in a blink effected the trajectory of our nation. This is a moment in history that we will remember vividly. Where we were. Who told us. Our reaction.
Today we rejoice at the fall of Roe. We thank the Court for honoring the Lord. We take a collective deep breath. We prepare. We must recognize the magnitude of the battle won, and understand that the war will rage on. The frontlines have moved from First Street in Washington DC to our backyards. One victory has created 50 opportunities for the truth to prevail, and for the will of the Lord to press on. So what is our role? First, pray. It is imperative for us to align our heart with the will of the Lord. Then act.
At the state level we must call the hearts and minds of our Representatives and Senators to remember the truth. Equal protection of our children in the womb is the only biblically consistent position. Killing a child in the womb is murder. Both the holy Word of God and modern science agree that life begins at conception, and we must make laws that reflect that standard. Abortion must be criminalized because murder is criminal. And once it is criminalized the laws must be enforced.
We agree with Scripture that life is God given with both purpose and intent. We agree with Christ that we ought to teach the nations what he said, and to observe all that He has commanded. Stand with us as we continue to support children and families in need. Stand with us as we promote law that will reflect the holiness, goodness, and perfection of the triune God of Scripture.