“Lucy” – a heartbreaking tribute to a daughter lost to abortion

In 2009, the Christian rock band Skillet released a single called “Lucy.” (See below for a music video.) For some time, John Cooper – the band’s lead singer – chose not to share the story behind the song. But at a concert in November of 2010, he told the crowd

the true story that had inspired “Lucy”:

The moving and artful words of “Lucy” capture the heartbreak of abortion that many couples experience. While often sold as a quick decision that can be forgotten and moved on from, abortion is anything but easy. Abortion is the chosen death of an irreplaceable child, and it’s hard for mothers and fathers to avoid this heart-wrenching truth for long, despite what they’re told.

Often, one partner insists on abortion despite the desire of the other partner to keep their baby. Too many dads push abortion on women, shoving the cash in their faces, driving them to the clinics, and forcing them to submit to abortion. Too many moms demand abortion, despite the desperate pleas and offered support of the dads.

On a public poem website, one father, Ryan, submitted the following:

For moms or dads who find themselves regretting their abortions, there is help, hope, and healing.

Silent No More, Rachel’s Vineyard, and many pregnancy resource centers offer a place for men and women to tell their stories, share their pain, get counseling, go on a healing retreat, get involved with preventing other abortions, and say goodbye to the child who was taken away much too soon.

Today, a revised video of Skillet’s song “Lucy” was uploaded to YouTube by Micah Thomas. This video is a must-see for anyone who has experienced abortion or is considering it. It illustrates the heartbreak behind the choice for dads in particular.

Note: For any dads who need information on how to prevent an abortion, see this article. For any moms who need information on how to resist a forced abortion, see this article, contact your local pregnancy resource center for help,or call Alliance Defending Freedom at 1-800-835-5233.

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