By OBBM Network Editorial Staff

Derived from an episode of Real Life With Jack Hibbs.

What drives a mother to kill her own children, and why are such tragedies seemingly on the rise? In a fiery commentary, Jack Hibbal examines the disturbing surge in parental child murders, tying it to a broader cultural shift away from Judeo‑Christian values.

Alarming Statistics and Recent Tragedies

The host cites FBI data indicating that 450 to 500 children under 18 are killed by a parent each year, a figure he describes as “dramatically” increasing. He notes that while mothers account for the majority of killings of children under 18, fathers are responsible for 78% of murders of those 18 and older. Recent headlines, such as a baby discovered in a Los Angeles dumpster, are presented as modern examples of what Hibbs calls “child sacrifice.”

Historical Context: From Pagan Rituals to Christian Influence

Hibbs argues that child sacrifice is not a new phenomenon, tracing it back to ancient pagan practices. He contends that wherever the Judeo‑Christian worldview has taken root, “there’s been a radical decrease or ending of child sacrifice.” He points to the Roman Empire’s shift in the fourth century, when Christianity’s spread, he claims, led to the cessation of infant killings in that society.

The Role of Faith and Community Support

While acknowledging postpartum depression as a “real deal,” Hibbs emphasizes that women need love, nurturing, and protection from themselves. He urges families and churches to provide that support, stating, “Women need to be loved through that. Women need to be nurtured through that, cared through that, protected from themselves through that.” The commentary frames such care as a vital antidote to the moral decay he perceives.

Political and Cultural Implications

Hibbs connects the rise in child homicides to what he describes as America’s “post‑Christian” status, blaming cultural shifts and policies that, in his view, de‑value human life. He references recent legislative actions in Massachusetts that he characterizes as allowing the termination of life from conception to birth, and he critiques the involvement of “white‑gowned” professionals in such decisions.

Looking Forward: A Call to Re‑Anchor Society

The host concludes that without a renewed commitment to biblical principles, the nation will continue to see tragic losses. He warns that “demons are running loose in this country because we’ve invited the men as a culture,” and calls for a resurgence of faith‑based morality to protect the most vulnerable.

The full episode of Real Life With Jack Hibbs is available on OBBM Network TV.