Vote NO on 4!

Why Christians Must Vote Their Values in November

"Abortion is the largest holocaust in human history. The womb has become the most dangerous place for a child in America." – Randall Terry, Operation Rescue

It's no secret that many Christians are weary of politics. The endless bickering, name-calling, and gaslighting by the media have driven many of us away from the polls. More than 90 million Christians in America are eligible to vote but almost half never do. Plus, as of 2019, 15 million are not even registered to vote.

That’s a shame—and it's time to change it.

This November, an important amendment measure is on the ballot in Florida, and (as usual) it’s deceptively simple and worded in a way to confuse voters into passing the measure without fully understanding its implications. We cannot afford to sit this one out.

What’s at Stake

Florida Amendment 4, also known as the Right to Abortion Initiative, aims to enshrine the right to abortion directly into the Florida Constitution, effectively removing nearly all existing restrictions on abortion. It’s a direct attack on the pro-life progress that has been made in Florida, thanks in large part to Governor DeSantis’s leadership.

Under current law, Florida prohibits abortion after six weeks, with exceptions for cases of rape, incest, and fetal abnormality. It’s one of the strongest pro-life stances in the country, protecting innocent life while still allowing for compassion in some extreme circumstances.

But a group calling themselves “Floridians Protecting Freedom” wants to dismantle these protections and expand abortion access in Florida. 

Their proposed amendment states:

No law shall prohibit, penalize, delay, or restrict abortion before viability or when necessary to protect the patient’s health, as determined by the patient’s healthcare provider. This amendment does not change the Legislature’s constitutional authority to require notification to a parent or guardian before a minor has an abortion.

At first glance, this statement might seem simple enough, but it’s deceptively vague on purpose.

The Dangers of Vague Language

Viability is a key term in this amendment, but who decides what "viability" means? Currently, viability is around 24 weeks, but advances in medical technology have shown that fetuses as young as 21 weeks can survive outside the womb. As a matter of fact, a young lady in our church just delivered a baby at 23 weeks. Significant medical intervention (and LOTS of prayer!) have been required. But the little boy is expected to live a reasonably healthy life.

We should be uncomfortable allowing a healthcare provider to decide when life is viable and when it is not. But by keeping the definition vague, the amendment opens the door for continuous redefinition.

Moreover, the amendment subtly undermines parental rights. While it mentions that the legislature can require parental notification, it removes the crucial safeguard of parental consent. This means that abortion—an inherently serious and potentially dangerous procedure—would be the only medical decision a minor could make without their parent’s direct approval. Consider the gravity of this: parents wouldn’t have a say if their underage daughter decides to have an abortion, even though they would need permission to receive something as simple as an ear piercing.

The Healthcare Loophole

The amendment also creates a massive loophole in healthcare regulations. It states that an abortion would be permissible at any stage, including up to birth, if the mother’s health is deemed at risk by her “healthcare provider.” But who qualifies as a healthcare provider? The language is so broad that it could include anyone from a doctor or nurse, and insurance provider or worse, the staff working at an abortion clinic.

And what does “health” mean in this context? The amendment leaves it wide open to interpretation, allowing even the ambiguous notion of “emotional health” to be considered a sufficient risk. This loophole effectively permits abortion for almost any reason, right up until the moment of birth!

Who Supports This Amendment?

A quick glance at the supporters of Amendment 4 tells you just about all you need to know. The only politicians backing it are Democrats—no conservatives, no Republicans. And, of course, organizations like the League of Women Voters, ACLU, and Planned Parenthood are championing the amendment too. It’s clear that this isn’t about protecting women’s health; it’s about advancing a pro-abortion agenda at any cost.

I understand the frustration many Christians feel with the political climate in America. The antics, the personal attacks, the circus of the presidential race—it’s enough to make anyone want to stay home on Election Day. But I urge you, do not stay home.

Your vote is a powerful expression of your values. It’s a stand for justice and righteousness in a world that often seems to have lost both. As Micah 6:8 reminds us:

"He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?"

There are many issues of injustice in the world, but the sanctity of life is paramount to a just civilization. By voting against Amendment 4, you are standing up for those who cannot stand up for themselves—the unborn children whose lives are on the line.

Let’s share this important information with our friends, our family, and our church communities. Together, we can protect life and uphold the values that we hold dear. This November, vote against Amendment 4.

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