Virginia Pastors Urge Rejection of Amendments to Uphold Biblical Truth on Life and Marriage

A group of Virginia pastors has released an open letter addressing voters across the commonwealth about two proposed amendments to the state constitution.

The letter emphasizes the moral obligation of citizens to vote for the common good of Virginia.

It argues that the amendments would harm the state by conflicting with principles of human flourishing rooted in Scripture.

The pastors call for rejection of both measures in the ongoing vote period from September 18 to November 3.

Defense of Unborn Life Central to Amendment Opposition

The open letter states that Amendment 1 would lead to greater destruction of human life in the womb.

It affirms that all human life is sacred and created in the image of God, citing Genesis 1:27 as foundational.

The document describes abortion as the killing of a pre-born child and rejects framing it as healthcare or a fundamental right.

Mothers are implored to allow their babies to live, with emphasis on the beauty of sacrificial love in motherhood.

The letter stresses that no parental right exists to take a child's life and urges protection of the most vulnerable.

Traditional Marriage and Gender as Immutable Truths

Regarding Amendment 2, the pastors assert that it discards biblical truth about marriage and gender.

They maintain that God creates each person immutably as male or female, with gender tied directly to biological sex.

Marriage is defined exclusively as the union of one man and one woman, as established in Scripture and pointing to Christ and the church.

The letter warns against redefining these institutions, describing such efforts as modern arrogance that brings harm to individuals, families, schools, and sports.

It calls for voters to reject the amendment to preserve these foundational realities.

Call for Love Grounded in Truth and Humility

The pastors affirm that love communicates truth and does not remain silent when needed.

They extend love, kindness, respect, dignity, and compassion to all persons while repudiating hateful behavior.

The letter acknowledges human sinfulness and points to redemption through Jesus Christ as the ultimate hope.

It invites readers to seek the Lord, read the Gospel of John, and visit local churches.

The document concludes with a prayer for grace upon the Commonwealth and a united call to vote no on both amendments.

Multiple pastors from churches throughout Virginia have signed the letter, including leaders from congregations in Manassas, Woodbridge, Chantilly, Springfield, Gainesville, Henrico, Dumfries, Warrenton, Arlington, Alexandria, Fort Valley, Chesterfield, South Boston, Virginia Beach, Richmond, Lynchburg, and Falls Church.

The letter encourages sharing with congregations and as op-eds in local media to inform voters.

https://virginiapastors.org/

Richmond is an independent city in the Richmond region.

Manassas is an independent city in Northern Virginia.

Virginia Beach is an independent city in Hampton Roads.

Falls Church is an independent city in Northern Virginia.

Lynchburg is an independent city in Central Virginia.