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I Scripture does not specifically speak to this issue; however, these princi-
ples apply.
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1. Children are gifts, blessings from God.

I Psalm 127:3-5 Sons are a heritage from the LORD,children a

reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are sons
born in one'syouth. Blessedis the man whose quiveris fullof them.
I They will not be put to shame when they contend with their
enemies in the gate.
Proverbs 17:6 Children's children are a crown to the aged, and
I parents are the pride of their children.
Psalm 128:3-4 Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your
I house; your sons will be like olive shoots around your table. Thus
is the man blessed who fears the LoRD.
Matthew 18:5 And whoever welcomes a little child like this in
I my name welcomes me.

2. Decisions need to be made prayerfully,seeking God's wisdom for

I guidance.
James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who
gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given
I to him.

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Ephesians 5:15-17 Be very careful, then, how you live-not as
unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because c:
the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what
the Lord's will is.
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Psalm 32:8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should
go; I will counsel you and watch over you.

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean c
not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 2:6-7 For the LORDgives wisdom, and from his mouth
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come knowledge and understanding. He holds victory in store for
the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless. Ie
James 3:17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all
pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and
good fruit, impartial and sincere. ;:::
3. God is sovereign; he will accomplish what he wants to accomplish.
Job 42:2 I know that you can do all things; no plan of yours can
be thwarted.
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Ephesians 1:11 In him we were also chosen, having been pre- Ii::
destined according to the plan of him who works out everything
in conformity with the purpose of his will.
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