I recently read an article by a theology professor which I wanted to talk about.
This article, found
here was entitled,
The Dignity of Humanity and the Sanctity of Life
The points brought up in the article were:
1) After centuries of wrestling with the problem of human suffering, western society has largely agreed upon an answer, placing its trust in technology.
2) People have inherent dignity and unique value because they have all been made in the image of God.
3) If one assumes a naturalistic philosophy, which regards humanity as unique only in the sense that we have reached a higher stage of evolutionary development, those who are less capable may easily be regarded as less valuable. On the other hand, if one believes that human dignity comes from God, one who seeks to honor God will honor those whom He has made in His image.
4) Sin has prevented our world and the people in it from fulfilling the Genesis ideal, but if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation.
I invite everyone responding to read the full article
here
and then comment on the worldview of the theologian.
Faith and Belief?
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This message has been edited by Adminnemooseus, 06-17-2005 02:43 PM
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