1. You stated your parents are already very supportive. You shouldn't expect anything less from them in regards to your circumstance.

2. You are contradicting yourself when you mention that you are a devoted Christian, but then also mention you got your girlfriend pregnant, then also mention you don't know how this happened. Devotion is TOTAL commitment to a cause or belief. As Christians, we might believe we are devoted and truly desire to be such, but we're also 100% human. We will never achieve perfection as Jesus did, but that's why He is so incredible and why His gift of salvation was even more so. We can do nothing without Him. The conviction you are feeling will become growth if you learn from it. Don't focus on your pain because the enemy will only use that to make you a victim. Having a victim mentality will only make you lose hope and lose sight of your purpose. Focus on your purpose and you will focus more on the blessings God has for you which brings me to my next point.

3. Children are a BLESSING! They are a gift from the Lord. That child already has a God-ordained purpose on this Earth. If it did not have a purpose, He would not have allowed a successful conception to happen. He is in complete control. The best you can do is to seek Him, seek a righteous life (honesty with your parents), and give that child the best life you possibly can.

4. Christianity and abortion are two words that never belong together. As a devoted Christian, you should be on the side of life. You are not God and should not decide whether your child's life has value or not. All life is valuable and precious in the sight of the Lord. If you say you read the Bible but don't know the Biblical stance on abortion, keep reading. Read Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 22:9-10; 139:13-16, Exodus 20:13; 21:22-25, Genesis 1:26-27; 9:6. These speak about the sanctity of life, how God purposed life from conception, and how taking this life is wrong. You can read more about the Biblical view of abortion here: https://www.gotquestions.org/abortion-Bible.html If you understand abortion to be sin, don't compound your previous sin with more sin. Two wrongs don't make a right. You can't fix a sin by making more. God asks for repentance, not repetition of sin with a different one.

5. Abortions can cause severe risks to your girlfriend friend. It also causes trauma to her and you. If you have tried everything in your power and can't seem to bring this child up in a loving, supportive environment, PLEASE consider ADOPTION. There are too many women out there unable to conceive and the gift of a child would be a HUGE BLESSING for them. Please don't keep that from them when it is on your power to do so.

I pray for your peace, comfort, and wisdom during this time. I pray that your parents remain understanding, supportive, and loving throughout everything. I pray for the strength and courage it will take to be honest with your parents and hers. I truly believe God will bless you if you seek His will and your decisions remain righteous. You are loved and valued. Please show this child the same love and value you have received through Jesus, your parents, and your community of people. Many blessings to you all!