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| biblical instructions on abortion: All Set Free Matthew J. Distefano, 2015-09-30 What is the ending to the human drama? Will all be reconciled to God in the end? Does God demand an altar, a corpse, and blood? Or, rather, is the Christian God set apart from all the other gods throughout history? All Set Free sets out to answer some of the more difficult questions Christians today are faced with. It will challenge the Augustinian understanding of hell and the Calvinist understanding of the atonement; replacing them with a more Christ-centered understanding of both doctrines. This book will also use the work of Rene Girard in order to reshape how many understand what it means to be human. Then and only then should we ask: Who is God? Come explore what has become Matthew's theological pilgrimage to this point. Come discover the God of peace. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Commentary on the Whole Bible Matthew Henry, 1961 Each chapter is summed up in its contents, each paragraph reduced to its proper heads, the sense given, and largely illustrated with practical remarks and observations. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The Case for Life Scott Klusendorf, 2009-03-10 Pro-life Christians, take heart: the pro-life message can compete in the marketplace of ideas-provided Christians properly understand and articulate that message. Too many Christians do not understand the essential truths of the pro-life position, making it difficult for them to articulate a biblical worldview on issues like abortion, cloning, and embryo research. The Case for Life provides intellectual grounding for the pro-life convictions that most evangelicals hold. Author Scott Klusendorf first simplifies the debate: the sanctity of life is not a morally complex issue. It's not about choice, privacy, or scientific progress. To the contrary, the debate turns on one key question: What is the unborn? From there readers learn how to engage the great bio-tech debate of the twenty-first century, how to answer objections persuasively, and what the role of the pro-life pastor should be. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Persuasive Pro Life, 2nd Ed: How to Talk about Our Culture's Toughest Issue Trent Horn, 2023-07-20 Not sure how to defend pre-born life? Whatever the reason for this fear, it causes many of us to pass up opportunities to speak out on behalf of the unborn. You can overcome this fear, says Trent Horn in this new and revised edition of his bestselling classic. In Persuasive Pro-Life- 2nd Edition, you can become a bold and effective apologist for life. Drawing on the latest developments in the post-Roe landscape, Horn helps you cut through the rhetoric of the pro-choice side in order to accurately frame the legal, historical, and scientific issues surrounding abortion. Then he demonstrates--with vivid personal examples from his years of campus activism, how to be charitable, he offers real-life examples on what to say, and what not to say. We must be not just warriors for the pro-life cause, he says, but ambassadors for it. Read Persuasive Pro-Life- 2nd Edition today, and never again be afraid to speak up for the precious and fundamental right to life. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The Rebel Christ Michael Coren, 2022-11-30 Once the darling of conservative Catholicism and evangelicalism, the outspoken broadcaster and journalist Michael Coren had what he terms as a profound conversion and began embracing the issues he had previously judged. It cost him his lucrative broadcasting career and made him the target of vitriol, but he found freedom in the radical and progressive nature of the gospel and is today its champion. In The Rebel Christ he explores what Jesus said about the pressing issues of his and our day. Jesus may not have mentioned sexuality, but welcomed outsiders and the marginalized; he never spoke of social security systems, but did criticize the wealthy and complacent and called for the poor to be protected; he didn’t side with the powerful but did condemn those who judged and exploited others and turned their eyes away from those in need and from the cry for justice. This was Jesus the rebel, Christ the radical, who turned the world upside down and who today demands that his followers do the same. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: What Are Biblical Values? John J. Collins, 2019-08-06 What does the Bible actually say about many of today's most contentious moral issues? For drawing attention to the relevant scriptures and for guidance in recognizing what are and aren't valid interpretations of them, Collins' pertinent brief is beyond praiseworthy.--Booklist (starred review) Collins pours a lifetime of scholarship into this study of what the Bible says about controversial ethical topics. It's highly readable, and it's honest.--Jane McBride, Christian Century Many people today claim that their positions on various issues are grounded in biblical values, and they use scriptural passages to support their claims. But the Bible was written over the course of several hundred years and contains contradictory positions on many issues. The Bible seldom provides simple answers; it more often shows the complexity of moral problems. Can we really speak of biblical values? In this eye-opening book, one of the world's leading biblical scholars argues that when we read the Bible with care, we are often surprised by what we find. Examining what the Bible actually says on a number of key themes, John Collins covers a vast array of topics, including the right to life, gender, the role of women, the environment, slavery and liberation, violence and zeal, and social justice. With clarity and authority, he invites us to dramatically reimagine the basis for biblical ethics in the world today. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The New Jerusalem Bible Henry Wansbrough, 1994 The New Jerusalem Bible is recognised as one of today's most accurate, clear and modern translations, the fruit of long collaboration between leading biblical scholars.This New Jerusalem Bible Study Edition is the ideal combined Bible-and-handbook.It is designed for students, clergy and readers who seek additional guidance in their reading and study of the scriptures.It presents the complete Bible text in a single-column format for ease of reading, and includes the Comprehensive Footnotes of the acclaimed NJB Standard Edition.Bound in durable paperback designed to stay open on the desktop, and now available with a striking new cover.Packed with features, including:Comprehensive verse-by-verse Footnotes Extensive Introductions to all the groupings of books in the BibleA Study Guide covering the major theological terms and themes An Index of Persons containing mini-biographies of the main biblical charactersAn extended Chronological Table setting biblical events against contemporary events, rulers and dynastiesFull-Colour Maps of the Bible lands |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Is the Bible Good for Women? Wendy Alsup, 2017-03-21 What does the Bible actually say about women? This scripturally accurate book rejects harmful misinterpretations and reminds us of the dignity God places on His daughters, with a helpful guide for reflection and group discussion included. In the wake of the Me Too and Church Too movements, many of our loved ones are leaving the church or questioning Christianity because the Bible has at times been misused against them. How do we help our loved ones understand Scripture accurately? Apologetics for Women In this helpful look at God’s work of redemption from Creation to today, Wendy Alsup explores questions such as: • How does God view justice and equal rights for women? • What does it mean to be made in the image of God? • How have the centuries distorted our interpretation of how God views women? • How did Jesus approach the Old Testament and how does that help us read difficult passages today? • What is the difference between a modern view of feminism and the feminism that Scripture models? • How does the Bible explain the Bible to us? Using a Jesus-centered understanding to look at both God’s grand storyline and specific biblical passages, Alsup shows the noble ways God speaks to and about women in its pages. Most of all, she gives concrete tools for understanding Scripture to women who are questioning if the Bible is truly good for them. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: You're Not Alone Jennifer O'Neill, 2005 Whether you're pro-life or pro-choice, you probably agree on one thing: abortion hurts women, both mentally and physically. Unfortunately, both sides are guilty of ignoring the individual in favor of the higher moral ground. No more. This book is designed to help people heal from their abortions on an individual level, and to finally be able to put guilt, shame, fear, doubt and other negative feelings behind them forever. Jennifer O'Neill's approach to healing is Christ-centered, showing post-abortive women that God still loves them, and that they should therefore love themselves. She should know--she felt guilt and shame over her own abortion for years. And she is not alone in that pain. This book: presents the symptoms of post-abortion syndrome (experienced by 80 percent of post-abortive women) incorporates a step-by-step, faith-based process for healing that incorporates Scripture provides true stories of women and men who have struggled with the affects of abortion includes resources for help and support Not just for the woman herself, this book is the perfect comfort and guide for people with friends, daughters or loved ones struggling with the after-effects of abortion, whether recent or long in the past. Key Features Focuses on personal stories of healing from more than 25 women, including Jennifer O'Neill herself. Takes women through a series of feeling--guilt, shame, honesty and grieving--that ultimately lead to personal and divine forgiveness. The central tenet is that God always loves you, no matter what happens, a message many post-abortive women don't get from their church communities, but which they desperately need. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Safe in the Arms of God John F. MacArthur, 2003-07-08 Is my baby in heaven? This is the most important question a grieving parent can ask. And even if the little one is someone else's child, the issue remains: What happens to children?those unborn, stillborn, or youngsters?when they die? Can you hope to see them again? Can you let go of your fear and guilt? Can God's love soothe a wound so jagged? With scriptural authority and the warmth of a pastor's heart, bestselling author John MacArthur examines the breadth of the entire Bible and reveals in this compelling book the Heavenly Father's care for every life. I have sat by the grave of our daughter and son and wondered out loud if my belief that Hope and Gabriel are in heaven has any solid scriptural support. John MacArthur offers truth from God's Word that puts the doubts of any grieving parent to rest. Safe in the Arms of God reveals that confidence of heaven for the child you love is based on much more than mere sentimentality; it is revealed in the Word of God and reflective of the very heart of God. ?Nancy Guthrie, author of Holding On to Hope |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Culture Shock Chip Ingram, 2014-08-05 We live in a reactionary culture where divisive issues arise, people on either side throw stones, and everyone ends up more entrenched in their opinions than in reaching common ground--or even exhibiting common courtesy! If there ever was a time for Christians to understand and communicate God's truth about controversial and polarizing issues, it is now. Believers must develop convictions based on research, reason, and biblical truth--and be able (and willing) to communicate these convictions with a love and respect that reflects God's own heart. In Culture Shock, bestselling author, pastor, and radio personality Chip Ingram shows readers how they can bring light rather than heat to the most controversial and divisive issues of our day. Covering topics such as right and wrong, sex, homosexuality, abortion, politics, and the environment, Culture Shock is every engaged believer's must-have guidebook to replacing reactionary hate with revolutionary love. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Can God Bless America? John MacArthur, 2002 Recently, and seemingly overnight, the once cliche slogan God Bless America became almost a national mantra. John MacArthur gets to the heart of the matter by asking the questions most Americans choose to ignore: Should God bless America? and Is America deserving of blessing? Turning to the Old Testament, he presents the simple truth of God's word, his blessing has always had conditions. MacArthur calls the Nation to turn back to God by showing us how we can become a nation that is once again blessed by God. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: What Does the Bible Really Teach about Homosexuality? Kevin DeYoung, 2015-04-16 In just a few short years, massive shifts in public opinion have radically reshaped society’s views on homosexuality. Feeling the pressure to forsake long-held beliefs about sex and marriage, some argue that Christians have historically misunderstood the Bible’s teaching on this issue. But does this approach do justice to what the Bible really teaches about homosexuality? In this timely book, award-winning author Kevin DeYoung challenges each of us—the skeptic, the seeker, the certain, and the confused—to take a humble look at God’s Word. Examining key biblical passages in both the Old and New Testaments and the Bible’s overarching teaching regarding sexuality, DeYoung responds to popular objections raised by Christians and non-Christians alike—offering readers an indispensable resource for thinking through one of the most pressing issues of our day. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The Handmaid's Tale Margaret Atwood, 2011-09-06 An instant classic and eerily prescient cultural phenomenon, from “the patron saint of feminist dystopian fiction” (New York Times). Now an award-winning Hulu series starring Elizabeth Moss. In this multi-award-winning, bestselling novel, Margaret Atwood has created a stunning Orwellian vision of the near future. This is the story of Offred, one of the unfortunate “Handmaids” under the new social order who have only one purpose: to breed. In Gilead, where women are prohibited from holding jobs, reading, and forming friendships, Offred’s persistent memories of life in the “time before” and her will to survive are acts of rebellion. Provocative, startling, prophetic, and with Margaret Atwood’s devastating irony, wit, and acute perceptive powers in full force, The Handmaid’s Tale is at once a mordant satire and a dire warning. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Unplanned Abby Johnson, Cindy Lambert, 2019-03-05 The author shares her journey from Planned Parenthood director to anti-abortion activist. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The Lost Letters of Pergamum Bruce Longenecker, 2016-04-19 A Fascinating Glimpse into the World of the New Testament Transported two thousand years into the past, readers are introduced to Antipas, a Roman civic leader who has encountered the writings of the biblical author Luke. Luke's history sparks Antipas's interest, and they begin corresponding. While the account is fictional, the author is a highly respected New Testament scholar who weaves reliable historical information into a fascinating story, offering a fresh, engaging, and creative way to learn about the New Testament world. The first edition has been widely used in the classroom (over 30,000 copies sold). This updated edition, now with improved readability and narrative flow, will bring the social and political world of Jesus and his first followers to life for many more students of the Bible. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Hebrew Word Study Chaim Bentorah, 2016-06-21 God’s Word Leads Us to God’s Heart Hebrew Word Study: Revealing the Heart of God is a devotional book unlike any you’ve ever read. Most Hebrew word study books read like a dictionary, not really explaining the Hebrew words in light of specific Bible passages. Hebrew Word Study by Chaim Bentorah combines an in-depth look at the meanings of a variety of scriptural words and phrases in the original Hebrew with a down-to-earth application for our daily Christian experience. Guided by Chaim’s expertise in biblical languages, you will examine not just word definitions, but also the origins of words, their place in the culture and idioms of the day, and even their emotional context. With the author’s anecdotes and stories from the Bible and ancient Jewish literature, the meanings of these words and passages become even more vivid. Each of the ninety word studies in this book will encourage and strengthen you in your relationship with God. As you search the depths of God’s Word, you will see just how beautiful the Scriptures are, and most of all, you will see the beauty of God Himself and come to love Him all the more. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Recovering Biblical Manhood and Womanhood (Revised Edition) John Piper, Wayne Grudem, 2021-01-11 A Guide to Navigate Evangelical Feminism In a society where gender roles are a hot-button topic, the church is not immune to the controversy. In fact, the church has wrestled with varying degrees of evangelical feminism for decades. As evangelical feminism has crept into the church, time-trusted resources like Recovering Biblical Manhood and Womanhood help remind Christians of what the Bible has to say. In this edition of the award-winning best seller, more than 20 influential men and women such as John Piper, Wayne Grudem, D. A. Carson, and Elisabeth Elliot offer thought-provoking essays responding to the challenge egalitarianism poses to life in the church and in the home. Covering topics like role distinctions in the church, how biblical manhood and womanhood should work out in practice, and women in the history of the church, this helpful resource will help readers learn to orient their beliefs with God's unchanging word in an ever-changing culture. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The God I Don't Understand Christopher J. H. Wright, 2009-05-26 Many Christians believe that they have to understand everything about their faith for that faith to be genuine. This isn't true. There are many things we don't understand about God, His Word, and His works. And this is actually one of the greatest things about the Christian faith: that there are areas of mystery that lie beyond the keenest scholarship or even the most profound spiritual exercises. Sadly, for many people these problems raise so many questions and uncertainties that faith itself becomes a struggle. But questions, and even doubts, are part of faith. Chris Wright encourages us to face the limitations of our understanding and to acknowledge the pain and grief they can often cause. In The God I Don't Understand, he focuses on four of the most mysterious subjects in the Bible and reflects upon why it's important to ask questions without having to provide the answer: The problem of evil and suffering. The genocide of the Canaanites. The cross and the crucifixion. The end of the world. However strongly we believe in divine revelation, we must acknowledge both that God has not revealed everything and that much of what he has revealed is not plain. It is because Dr. Wright confronts biblical problems with a combination of honesty and humility that I warmly commend this book. —John Stott |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The Holiness of God R.C. Sproul, 2023-09-05 Central to God’s character is the quality of holiness. Yet, even so, most people are hard-pressed to define what God’s holiness precisely is. Many preachers today avoid the topic altogether because people today don’t quite know what to do with words like “awe” or “fear.” R. C. Sproul, in this classic work, puts the holiness of God in its proper and central place in the Christian life. He paints an awe-inspiring vision of God that encourages Christian to become holy just as God is holy. Once you encounter the holiness of God, your life will never be the same. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Ethics: Alternatives and Issues Norman L. Geisler, 1971 |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Pro: Reclaiming Abortion Rights Katha Pollitt, 2014-10-14 Argues that abortion is a common part of a woman's reproductive life and should not be vilified, but instead accepted as a moral right that can be a force for social good. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Real-Life Romance Rhonda Stoppe, 2018-02-06 Do You Believe in True Love? In a world of broken relationships and hurting people, it can seem like all we ever see is heartache—that marriages are doomed from the start and romance isn't worth the risk. But heart-fluttering, long-lasting love is all around us...we just have to look for it! This collection of beautiful, real-life accounts will bring laughter and tears as you enjoy each story of ordinary people who found extraordinary love. Page after page, you will find inspiration to rekindle the romance in your love story trust in God's providence and timing faithfully hope for your own happily-ever-after celebrate true romance believe in life-long love Don't let the world define romance for you! See how God is at work in the hearts of His people—knitting together hearts in a love that forever endures. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The Bible and the Ballot Tremper Longman, 2020-01-14 How to read the Bible on matters of public policy Christians affirm the Bible as our standard of faith and practice. We turn to it to hear God’s voice. But what relevance does the Bible have for the contentious public policy issues we face today? Although the Bible does not always speak explicitly to modern issues, it does give us guiding principles as we think about how we might vote or act as political figures ourselves. The Bible and the Ballot demonstrates the proper use of Scripture in contemporary political discussions. Christians regularly invoke the Bible to support their positions on many controversial political topics—gay marriage, poverty, war, religious liberty, immigration, the environment, taxes, etc.—and this book will help facilitate those conversations. Tremper Longman provides a hermeneutical approach to using the Bible in this manner, then proceeds topic by topic, citing important Scriptures to be taken into consideration in each case and offering an evangelical interpretation. Longman is careful to suggest levels of confidence in interpretation and acknowledges that often there are a range of possible applications. Each chapter includes questions to provoke further thought in individuals’ minds or for group discussion. The Bible and the Ballot is a ready guide to understanding the Bible on issues that American Christians face today as we live within a pluralistic society. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Begotten Or Made? Oliver O'Donovan, 2022-12-06 How is it that we have so lost sight of the meaning of the human person that our very biological sex is seen as just another medical problem to be solved by technique? In a society that has rejected all moral norms, that refuses to honor God as Creator, what hope do we have of stemming the tide of scientific intervention into even the most sacred dimensions of our humanity? In this prescient volume, originally published in 1984, the eminent theological ethicist Oliver O'Donovan offers a penetrating analysis of our confusion over human nature and the proper boundaries of medical science.O'Donovan exposes the assumptions that underlie new technologies that presume to make human life, and offers Christians the philosophical clarity they need to navigate the torrent of increasingly baffling ethical questions they face.Today we need this wisdom more than ever, which is why the Davenant Institute is proud to be publishing this affordable new edition for the 21st century, complete with a new introduction by Matthew Lee Anderson and a retrospective by the author. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Discovering Biblical Equality Ronald W. Pierce, Cynthia Long Westfall, Christa L. McKirland, 2021-11-02 The conversation about gender roles in Christian life and the church has evolved, but the topic continues to inspire debate and disagreement. Now in its third edition, this fresh, positive defense of gender equality brings together scholars firmly committed to the authority of Scripture to explore historical, biblical, theological, cultural, and practical aspects of this discussion. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: James Greg Gilbert, 2013-04-30 The Knowing the Bible series is a new resource designed to help Bible readers better understand and apply God’s Word. Each 12-week study leads participants through one book of the Bible and is made up of four basic components: (1) Reflection questions designed to help readers engage the text at a deeper level; (2) “Gospel Glimpses” highlighting the gospel of grace throughout the book; (3) “Whole-Bible Connections” showing how any given passage connects to the Bible’s overarching story of redemption culminating in Christ; and (4) “Theological Soundings” identifying how historic orthodox doctrines are taught or reinforced throughout Scripture. With contributions from a wide array of influential pastors and church leaders, these gospel-centered studies will help Christians see and cherish the message of God’s grace on each and every page of the Bible. In this accessible study, pastor and author Greg Gilbert examines the message of James, exploring the book’s difficult teachings on wealth, anointing with oil, prayer, healing, and the relationship between faith and works. Through clear exposition of the biblical text and challenging application questions, Gilbert helps readers rightly understand James as a stirring exhortation to fruitfulness, ultimately written to remind Christians of the necessary connection between genuine faith and heartfelt obedience. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The Bible's Yes to Same-Sex Marriage, New Edition with Study Guide Mark Achtemeier, 2015-08-28 In the early 2000's, Mark Achtemeier embarked on a personal journey with the Bible that led him from being a conservative, evangelical opponent of gay rights to an outspoken activist for gay marriage and a fully inclusive church. In The Bible's Yes to Same-Sex Marriage, Achtemeier shares what led to his change of heart: the problems with excluding groups of people and the insights into the Bible's message that led him to recognize the fullness of God's love and support for LGBT persons. Readers will discover how reading snippets of Scripture out of context has led to false and misleading interpretations of the Bible's message for gay people. Achtemeier shows how a careful reading of the whole Scripture reveals God's good news about love, marriage, and sexuality for gay and straight people alike. This new edition includes a study guide and a new introduction from the author that reflects on the U.S. Supreme Court ruling and changes within the church. Perfect for groups or self-reflection, the study guide directs readers over four sessions to explore both Achtemeier's book and the Bible. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Did God Use Evolution? Werner Gitt, 2006 Drawing from a variety of topics - biology, biblical chronology, and the origin of human language - and showing their relation to one another in solving this question, author Werner Gitt reveals that evolution is not only bad science, it also violates Scripture. Written for the layman, but with a scientific slant, this compelling book devastates Darwinian arguments for the origin of our universe and planet. In helping Christians answer attacks on their faith, Gitt addresses relevant subjects such as: the origin of man, the origin of human language, human behavior, the origin and future of the universe. Book jacket. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Cherish Gary Thomas, 2017-01-10 Gary Thomas, pastor and bestselling author of Sacred Marriage, believes that one simple word can bring hope, light, and life into any marriage: Cherish. Most marriages survive by gritting teeth and holding on. But what if surviving marriage wasn't the goal? What if we aimed to thrive instead? In Cherish, Thomas teaches us that although there are a countless number of marriages consisting of two people just going through the motions, there are real ways this pattern can be reversed: when husbands and wives learn to cherish one another in their everyday actions and words. The way we treat something acknowledges whether we cherish it or hold it with indifference or contempt. To truly cherish something is to go out of our way to show it off, protect it, and honor it. We want others to see and recognize and affirm the value that we see. Thomas reminds us that in a world desperate for marriage redemption, the act of cherishing is needed now more than ever. Cherishing your spouse will elevate your marriage relationally, emotionally, spiritually, and even physically. You will set different goals for your relationship, and you'll see your marriage with fresh eyes. Through personal stories, real-world examples, and timeless biblical truths, Thomas shares the tools you need to turn your marriage around, including: Using your mind to change your heart Sacrificing for your spouse Praying with intentionality Prioritizing your life partner Through the biblical act of cherishing, we can empower our spouses to become who they are called by God to be, and in the process to become more of who we are called to be, creating a marriage that feels more precious, more connected, and more satisfying. If you're ready to revolutionize your relationship, it's time to learn how to truly Cherish it. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The New Answers Book 2 Ken Ham, 2008 Ham explores 21 exciting and faith-affirming topics including the fall of Lucifer and the origin of evil, when life begins and why that matters, early biblical figures, evolution, and more. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Christian Ethics Norman L. Geisler, 2010 This update of a classic text evaluates contemporary ethical options and pressing issues of the day from a biblical perspective. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: God's Babies John McKeown, 2014-12-17 The human population's annual total consumption is not sustainable by one planet. This unprecedented situation calls for a reform of religious cultures that promote a large ideal family size. Many observers assume that Christianity is inevitably part of this problem because it promotes family values and statistically, in America and elsewhere, has a higher birthrate than nonreligious people. This book explores diverse ideas about human reproduction in the church past and present. It investigates an extreme fringe of U.S. Protestantism, including the Quiverfull movement, that use Old Testament fruitful verses to support natalist ideas explicitly promoting higher fecundity. It also challenges the claim by some natalists that Martin Luther in the 16th century advocated similar ideas. This book argues that natalism is inappropriate as a Christian application of Scripture, especially since rich populations’ total footprints are detrimental to biodiversity and to human welfare. It explores the ancient cultural context of the Bible verses quoted by natalists. Challenging the assumption that religion normally promotes fecundity, the book finds surprising exceptions among early Christians (with a special focus on Saint Augustine) since they advocated spiritual fecundity in preference to biological fecundity. Finally the book uses a hermeneutic lens derived from Genesis 1, and prioritising the modern problem of biodiversity, to provide ecological interpretations of the Bible's fruitful verses. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Tactics Gregory Koukl, 2009 Tired of finding yourself flat-footed and intimidated in conversations? Want to increase your confidence and skill in discussions with family, friends, and coworkers? Gregory Koukl offers practical strategies to help you stay in the driver's seat as you maneuver comfortably and graciously in any conversation about your Christian convictions. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Inductive Bible Study David R. Bauer, Robert A. Traina, 2011-04-01 Following up Robert Traina's classic Methodical Bible Study, this book introduces the practice of inductive Bible study to a new generation of students, pastors, and church leaders. The authors, two seasoned educators with over sixty combined years of experience in the classroom, offer guidance on adopting an inductive posture and provide step-by-step instructions on how to do inductive Bible study. They engage in conversation with current hermeneutical issues, setting forth well-grounded principles and processes for biblical interpretation and appropriation. The process they present incorporates various methods of biblical study to help readers hear the message of the Bible on its own terms. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Expectant Parents Suzanne Hadley Gosselin, 2014 Many books focus on prenatal development and the health of a mom-to-be. While Expectant Parents does touch on important issues of pregnancy, its core purpose is help expectant parents understand key issues related to the arrival of a new child in the home, offering practical assistance as they prepare themselves for long-term family success. It's often said that babies don't come with an instruction manual. This book actually provides parents with information and practical steps for writing their own—as they work to create the kind of home and family they choose to build. This includes strengthening their own marriage relationship, setting plans and expectations for parenthood, increasing communication, and preparing for the new stage of their family life that is just ahead. Ideal for first-time parents, this book would also be helpful for couples wanting to explore and prepare for the emotional, physical, and spiritual life changes that come with the arrival of any new child into the family. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Between Life and Death Kathryn Butler, 2019-04-17 “To prepare yourself to make difficult medical decisions in a distinctly Christian way, you won’t do better than to read Between Life and Death.” —Tim Challies Modern medical advances save countless lives. But for all their merits, sophisticated technologies have created a daunting new challenge, namely a blurring of the expanse between life and death. The dying process is often hidden behind a complex web of medical terminology, statistics, and ethical decisions, making it difficult for patients and loved ones to know how to approach the end of life in a dignity-affirming, Godhonoring, faith-filled way. This book offers a distinctly Christian guide to end-of-life care. It equips readers by explaining common medical jargon, exploring biblical principles that connect to common medical situations, and offering guidance for making critical decisions. In these pages, readers will find the medical knowledge and scriptural wisdom they need to navigate this painful and confusing process with clarity, peace, and discernment. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: The Negro Bible - The Slave Bible , 2019-10-25 The Slave Bible was published in 1807. It was commissioned on behalf of the Society for the Conversion of Negro Slaves in England. The Bible was to be used by missionaries and slave owners to teach slaves about the Christian faith and to evangelize slaves. The Bible was used to teach some slaves to read, but the goal first and foremost was to tend to the spiritual needs of the slaves in the way the missionaries and slave owners saw fit. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Laudato Si Pope Francis, 2015-07-18 “In the heart of this world, the Lord of life, who loves us so much, is always present. He does not abandon us, he does not leave us alone, for he has united himself definitively to our earth, and his love constantly impels us to find new ways forward. Praise be to him!” – Pope Francis, Laudato Si’ In his second encyclical, Laudato Si’: On the Care of Our Common Home, Pope Francis draws all Christians into a dialogue with every person on the planet about our common home. We as human beings are united by the concern for our planet, and every living thing that dwells on it, especially the poorest and most vulnerable. Pope Francis’ letter joins the body of the Church’s social and moral teaching, draws on the best scientific research, providing the foundation for “the ethical and spiritual itinerary that follows.” Laudato Si’ outlines: The current state of our “common home” The Gospel message as seen through creation The human causes of the ecological crisis Ecology and the common good Pope Francis’ call to action for each of us Our Sunday Visitor has included discussion questions, making it perfect for individual or group study, leading all Catholics and Christians into a deeper understanding of the importance of this teaching. |
| biblical instructions on abortion: Counseling One Another Paul Tautges, 2016-02-01 This paradigm-shifting book helps believers understand the process of being transformed by God's grace and truth, and challenges them to be a part of the process of discipleship in the lives of their fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. Counseling One Another biblically presents and defends every believer's responsibility to work toward God's goal of conforming us to the image of His Son-a goal reached through the targeted form of intensive discipleship most often referred to as counseling. All Christians will find Counseling One Another useful as they make progress in the life of sanctification and as they discuss issues with their friends, children, spouses, and fellow believers, providing them with a biblical framework for life and one-another ministry in the body of Christ. |
Biblical Principles and Teachings Relating to Abortion
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A Bible Study on Abortion - Christian Life Resources
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Ending a Life That Has Not Begun—Abortion in the Bible
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Abortion is a much—discussed and controversial topic, especially in Western societies. !is study, divided into six parts, attempts to examine the issue from a biblical perspective.
Fundamental Facts and Biblical Truths About Abortion
1. Why is Abortion such a Divisive Issue? 2. When Does Life Actually Begin? 3. What Does the Bible Say? 4. Should Christians be Advocates for Abortion Rights?
ABORTION I.WHAT THE WORD OF GOD HAS TO SAY ON …
ABORTION I.WHAT THE WORD OF GOD HAS TO SAY ON THIS SUBJECT A. The Word of God teaches that God considers an unborn child to be a real person before birth and He holds …
WH EA TO N, ILLINOIS - Crossway
Abortion is one of the most controversial topics in society today. Differing views about this topic are related to deeply felt personal convictions about privacy, human sexual be-havior, …
Abortion: TALKINGPOINTS A Biblical Response …
Nov 11, 2018 · Abortion is not “a women’s issue”—every child has two parents and that God puts the biggest responsibility for protecting children on men. More instructions in Scripture are …
A Biblical Response to Abortion - Amazon Web Services, Inc.
abortion medications and procedures. The earliest Christians opposed abortion. The Didache, that is, The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, was written around the same time as the New …
The Biblical View of Abortion, Part 2 - Discipleship Library
The Biblical View of Abortion, Part 2 . John MacArthur . I. Introduction. A. The Bible is clear about what it teaches about abortion. B. The church is giving uncertain “sounds” today. (1 Corinthians …
Abortion and Contraception in Scripture - Biblical eLearning
Abortion and Contraception in Scripture. THE PURPOSE of this paper is the examination of the biblical teaching relating to the problems of abortion and contraception.
A SUMMARY BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES FOR PRO-LIFE …
FRC’s publication “Biblical Principles for Pro-Life Engagement” helps Christians think about human life and abortion from a biblical perspective. What follows is a summary of this resource.
The Scriptures on Abortion - Biblical Medical Ethics, Inc.
explicitly mention abortion, but at least five general subjects it deals with are pertinent, and therefore constitute the basis for my selection of passages. These are the biblical definition of a …
Title: Embracing God's Design: A Biblical Perspective on …
of abortion. As followers of Christ, we are called to uphold life's sanctity and protect the most vulnerable in society. However, I understand that this issue is complex and polarizing, and I …
HOT TOPICS ABORTION “Abortion: A Biblical Perspective” …
Biblical theologians recognise that abortion is murder i.e. unjustified killing of a human life. This is a transgression of the sixth commandment, “thou shalt not kill” (Exod. 20:13). The penal code …
Culture Shock (Part 4) Understanding Abortion: A Biblical …
• The pro-abortion (pro-choice) position • The anti-abortion (pro-life) position How technology transformed the debate: The issue today: Does the pre-born baby have an inalienable right to …
Ashland Theological Journal ABORTION: BIBLICAL …
biblical themes can guide abortion decisions, but since the Bible is used both to support and to oppose abortion, no one position should be viewed as better than another. 5 Therefore, people …
POST-ABORTION STRESS SYNDROME AND ITS BIBLICAL …
The purpose of this study is to determine whether there is support for the existence of Post-Abortion Stress Syndrome, and if it does, if a biblically-based therapy concept model can be …
A Biblical Response to Abortion - andrews.edu
Two basic perspectives guide the following discussion: Scripture (not human reason) is the final arbitrator of all significant ethical and moral issues; and Scripture is far from silent about …
Biblical Principles and Teachings Relating to Abortion
34 As the practice of abortion must be weighed in the light of Scripture, the following 35 biblical principles and teachings provide guidance for the community of faith and individuals 36 …
A Bible Study on Abortion - Christian Life Resources
A Bible Study on Abortion. THE ISSUE: The issue is very simple. Either an unborn child is a human being or else it is not. If it is a human being it deserves protection by the law of the land …
BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES FOR PRO-LIFE ENGAGEMENT:
FRC’s publication “Biblical Principles for Pro-Life Engagement” helps Christians think about human life and abortion from a biblical perspective. What follows is a summary of this …
Ending a Life That Has Not Begun—Abortion in the Bible
The topic of abortion, the ending of a pregnancy by the externally induced removal of the fetus, strongly divides American public opinion. Roughly speaking, the two extreme positions are …
Abortion Abortion: Terminating a
Abortion is a much—discussed and controversial topic, especially in Western societies. !is study, divided into six parts, attempts to examine the issue from a biblical perspective.
Fundamental Facts and Biblical Truths About Abortion
1. Why is Abortion such a Divisive Issue? 2. When Does Life Actually Begin? 3. What Does the Bible Say? 4. Should Christians be Advocates for Abortion Rights?
ABORTION I.WHAT THE WORD OF GOD HAS TO SAY ON …
ABORTION I.WHAT THE WORD OF GOD HAS TO SAY ON THIS SUBJECT A. The Word of God teaches that God considers an unborn child to be a real person before birth and He holds …
WH EA TO N, ILLINOIS - Crossway
Abortion is one of the most controversial topics in society today. Differing views about this topic are related to deeply felt personal convictions about privacy, human sexual be-havior, …
Abortion: TALKINGPOINTS A Biblical Response …
Nov 11, 2018 · Abortion is not “a women’s issue”—every child has two parents and that God puts the biggest responsibility for protecting children on men. More instructions in Scripture are …
A Biblical Response to Abortion - Amazon Web Services, Inc.
abortion medications and procedures. The earliest Christians opposed abortion. The Didache, that is, The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, was written around the same time as the New …
The Biblical View of Abortion, Part 2 - Discipleship Library
The Biblical View of Abortion, Part 2 . John MacArthur . I. Introduction. A. The Bible is clear about what it teaches about abortion. B. The church is giving uncertain “sounds” today. (1 …
Abortion and Contraception in Scripture - Biblical eLearning
Abortion and Contraception in Scripture. THE PURPOSE of this paper is the examination of the biblical teaching relating to the problems of abortion and contraception.
A SUMMARY BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES FOR PRO-LIFE …
FRC’s publication “Biblical Principles for Pro-Life Engagement” helps Christians think about human life and abortion from a biblical perspective. What follows is a summary of this resource.
The Scriptures on Abortion - Biblical Medical Ethics, Inc.
explicitly mention abortion, but at least five general subjects it deals with are pertinent, and therefore constitute the basis for my selection of passages. These are the biblical definition of …
Title: Embracing God's Design: A Biblical Perspective on …
of abortion. As followers of Christ, we are called to uphold life's sanctity and protect the most vulnerable in society. However, I understand that this issue is complex and polarizing, and I …
HOT TOPICS ABORTION “Abortion: A Biblical Perspective” …
Biblical theologians recognise that abortion is murder i.e. unjustified killing of a human life. This is a transgression of the sixth commandment, “thou shalt not kill” (Exod. 20:13). The penal code …
Culture Shock (Part 4) Understanding Abortion: A Biblical …
• The pro-abortion (pro-choice) position • The anti-abortion (pro-life) position How technology transformed the debate: The issue today: Does the pre-born baby have an inalienable right to …
Ashland Theological Journal ABORTION: BIBLICAL …
biblical themes can guide abortion decisions, but since the Bible is used both to support and to oppose abortion, no one position should be viewed as better than another. 5 Therefore, …
POST-ABORTION STRESS SYNDROME AND ITS BIBLICAL …
The purpose of this study is to determine whether there is support for the existence of Post-Abortion Stress Syndrome, and if it does, if a biblically-based therapy concept model can be …
A Biblical Response to Abortion - andrews.edu
Two basic perspectives guide the following discussion: Scripture (not human reason) is the final arbitrator of all significant ethical and moral issues; and Scripture is far from silent about …
