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Created to Live: Becoming the Answer for an Abortion-Free Community
“Created to Live is a deep and engaging perspective on the effect of abortion on women in the Church and in our nation. This book gives encouragement to praying Christians to carry the torch to end the pain of abortion in our time.”Linda J. Cochrane, R.N., CEO,Author of Forgiven and Set A Post-Abortion Bible Study for Women
In today's America, an abortion is performed every 26 seconds. Since 1973, nearly 58 million abortions have been performed in the United States alone, devastating countless women, men, and families.
Cathy Harris knows firsthand the pain and sorrow that follows an abortion, having had one at a young age. Looking for new life for herself after her abortion, Cathy was brave enough to step through the doors of a church. Because of one bold conversation, a genuine community, and a merciful God, life found her. Now she dreams that other women will find the abundant life they search for, both before and after abortion.
In Created to Becoming the Answer for an Abortion-Free Community, Harris seeks to start the conversation that few are brave enough to have. One that she hopes will help end the abortion epidemic and instead create a culture of life.
Using personal insight acquired through her own story, Harris offers advice and encouragement to those who have had an abortion, know someone who has, or desire to make a pro-life impact in their community. Created to Live features resources, hard truths, and practical steps to help end the abortion epidemic.
The days of hanging in the balance are over. The grey area is quickly becoming black or white, and the choice is ours. God will always be will you be part of the abortion-free community that thousands of women and babies need?
“Cathy Harris challenges us beyond our own personal healing to seeing with “Kingdom eyes” how we can restore the sanctity of human life by overcoming evil with good. The mission of Jesus’ church has never changed—we do justice, we love mercy, and we walk humbly. Cathy has given us a great primer; let’s follow her lead.”Karen A. Ellison,President, Deeper Still
“Cathy Harris shares stories of pain, grief, hope, and healing with detail, eloquence, and compassion. Those struggling with the pain and sorrow of abortion can find comfort in her words and courage to move forward.”Jody Duffy,Director of PATH (Post-Abortion Treatment and Healing) Atlanta;Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Site Leader;Atlanta Regional Coordinator for “Silent No More”
“This book is an amazing collection of truth, wisdom, and love about one of the most important issues of the day. I urge you to read it and be blessed.”Allan Parker,President, The Justice Foundation & Operation Outcry;Lead Counsel for Norma McCorvey, “Roe” of Roe v. Wade and Sandra Cano, “Doe” of Doe v. Bolton
“Cathy is a living testimony of God’s grace and redemptive work in the earth. Anyone who has been touched by the horror of abortion will find hope in her story. All who believe that every human child carries the image of God will be inspired by her life’s work.
In today's America, an abortion is performed every 26 seconds. Since 1973, nearly 58 million abortions have been performed in the United States alone, devastating countless women, men, and families.
Cathy Harris knows firsthand the pain and sorrow that follows an abortion, having had one at a young age. Looking for new life for herself after her abortion, Cathy was brave enough to step through the doors of a church. Because of one bold conversation, a genuine community, and a merciful God, life found her. Now she dreams that other women will find the abundant life they search for, both before and after abortion.
In Created to Becoming the Answer for an Abortion-Free Community, Harris seeks to start the conversation that few are brave enough to have. One that she hopes will help end the abortion epidemic and instead create a culture of life.
Using personal insight acquired through her own story, Harris offers advice and encouragement to those who have had an abortion, know someone who has, or desire to make a pro-life impact in their community. Created to Live features resources, hard truths, and practical steps to help end the abortion epidemic.
The days of hanging in the balance are over. The grey area is quickly becoming black or white, and the choice is ours. God will always be will you be part of the abortion-free community that thousands of women and babies need?
“Cathy Harris challenges us beyond our own personal healing to seeing with “Kingdom eyes” how we can restore the sanctity of human life by overcoming evil with good. The mission of Jesus’ church has never changed—we do justice, we love mercy, and we walk humbly. Cathy has given us a great primer; let’s follow her lead.”Karen A. Ellison,President, Deeper Still
“Cathy Harris shares stories of pain, grief, hope, and healing with detail, eloquence, and compassion. Those struggling with the pain and sorrow of abortion can find comfort in her words and courage to move forward.”Jody Duffy,Director of PATH (Post-Abortion Treatment and Healing) Atlanta;Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Site Leader;Atlanta Regional Coordinator for “Silent No More”
“This book is an amazing collection of truth, wisdom, and love about one of the most important issues of the day. I urge you to read it and be blessed.”Allan Parker,President, The Justice Foundation & Operation Outcry;Lead Counsel for Norma McCorvey, “Roe” of Roe v. Wade and Sandra Cano, “Doe” of Doe v. Bolton
“Cathy is a living testimony of God’s grace and redemptive work in the earth. Anyone who has been touched by the horror of abortion will find hope in her story. All who believe that every human child carries the image of God will be inspired by her life’s work.
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Published January 13, 2017
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February 9, 2017
In my high school speech class, I gave an argumentative speech on abortion. Among the comments given to me by my classmates was one that's forever stuck with me: What if someone listening here has had an abortion? Many in the pro-life movement are so focused on saving babies that the people who have already been touched intimately by abortion are forgotten or neglected. Cathy Harris does an excellent job of reminding us that grace is needed while we stand on the battlefield. Through her personal story, she touches on many aspects of this complex issue--from the callous ignorance of those who only give it lip service to the immense shame, fear, and anger of those who've undergone (or stood with someone who underwent) an abortion. Yet she delivers her call to all of us with grace and love. This is one of those books that sticks with you, makes you consider your own thoughts and actions, and hopefully changes each reader for the better.
July 26, 2017
I think this book would be very comforting to Christian post-abortion women and gives churches ideas as to how to help postabortion women in their pews heal. I didn't get that much out of it though. There were some interesting testimonies at the end. I don't think the title is accurate because it said nothing about stopping abortion, just helping postabortion women. There is very little thought given to the baby.
February 8, 2017
Sharing God's Grace in and around the abortion issue
This is a very helpful book as Cathy describes her own journey after abortion and then how God brought not only forgiveness but the opportunity for her to help many others who were considering abortion or who also were living with self hate and misery following their abortions. For someone who believed abortion was not only was wrong but could lead to serious consequences, but still remained uninvolved in trying to do anything about it, it has been very helpful to pray through my previous lack of response to it. The tone of this book is so Godly, worshipful and gentle it is excellent.
This is a very helpful book as Cathy describes her own journey after abortion and then how God brought not only forgiveness but the opportunity for her to help many others who were considering abortion or who also were living with self hate and misery following their abortions. For someone who believed abortion was not only was wrong but could lead to serious consequences, but still remained uninvolved in trying to do anything about it, it has been very helpful to pray through my previous lack of response to it. The tone of this book is so Godly, worshipful and gentle it is excellent.
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