The New Testament and the Sanctity of Life

What does the New Testament Teach about the sanctity of life? David Gushee writes a helpful and short article for the Center of Bioethics and Human Dignity.

Here is an excerpt:

"I want to suggest that the New Testament affirms the immeasurable value of human life in four primary ways: (1) its depiction of Jesus’ kingdom ministry, (2) the theological implications of the incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, (3) the impact of Jesus Christ on the human condition, especially in the lives of those who are his followers, and (4) its depiction of the expansive reach and inclusive ethos of early Christian communities. "

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