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May 2, 2023 · Answer. The Bible never specifically addresses the issue of abortion. However, there are numerous teachings in Scripture that make it abundantly clear what God’s view of abortion is. Jeremiah 1:5 tells us that God knows us before He forms us in the womb.
Jul 25, 2022 · July 25, 2022. By. Melanie A. Howard. (The Conversation) — In the days since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, which had established the constitutional right to an abortion, some...
Jun 23, 2023 · Abortion and the Character of God. What does God think about abortion? Today, R.C. Sproul helps us answer this question and looks at the Christian response to a common claim made in conversations about the topic of abortion.
Jul 20, 2022 · Faith can inform opinions about abortion on both sides of the political debate, but the Bible itself says nothing directly about the topic, a biblical scholar explains.
Mar 25, 2013 · Randy Alcorn. 5 Min Read. Some “pro-choice” advocates claim to base their beliefs on the Bible. They maintain that Scripture does not prohibit abortion. They are wrong. The Bible does, in fact, emphatically prohibit the killing of innocent people (Ex. 20:13) and clearly considers the unborn to be human beings worthy of protection (Ex. 21:22–25).
- Human Life Is Unique in That God Created Us in His Image.
- The Bible Forbids Us from Shedding Innocent Blood.
- Conclusion
- Discussion Questions
In Genesis 1:26, God distinguished humans from the rest of the animal creation. Only of man did God say, “Let us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness.” He appointed man to rule over the other creatures on earth. By the way, apparently before the Flood, man was vegetarian, but after the Flood, God ordained the eating of meat (Gen. 9:3-4)...
The Bible clearly commands, “You shall not murder” (Exod. 20:13). As already mentioned, the Bible does not forbid all killing, such as in capital punishment by the government, national defense, or personal defense. But murder is forbidden. The Bible uses the phrase “innocent blood” about 20 times, and always condemns shedding innocent blood. God ch...
Much more could be said if we had time. There are other biblical arguments against abortion. There is mounting evidence that many women who choose abortion suffer severe long-term emotional and physical problems. I want to conclude by suggesting some action points. Some of these are things that every Christian can and should do. Others are things t...
Does being pro-life mean that all forms of birth control are wrong? Are some forms of birth control wrong? Why?How would you answer someone who said with reference to laws against abortion, “I don’t believe you should be able to force your religious views on others?”Should Christians practice civil disobedience to protest the current abortion practices? Give biblical support.Should Christians support “compromise” legislation, such as banning abortion except for rape, incest, or severe deformity? Why/why not?Apr 1, 2024 · Published Apr 01, 2024. While abortion is not specifically mentioned in Scripture, we can glean insights from God’s response toward a culture who regularly practiced the killing of babies. The...
