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Society’s disdain for God-given life

John Marcus·2020-05-02
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This article critiques modern society's rejection of God's sovereignty over human life, arguing that secular autonomy ("my life to live as I please") represents fundamental rebellion against God. Using biblical references and Reformed confession, Marcus applies this principle to concrete ethical issues like abortion and suicide, demonstrating how society's denial of divine ownership of life manifests in practices contrary to God's will.

We live in a modern society that disdains God's gift of life. Of course, it is generally not the case that human beings have such contempt for life that they have no desire whatsoever to live. Most people want to remain alive and healthy, and would extend their lives if they were able (so long as life goes according to certain criteria). Nevertheless, society at large has contempt for life as a gift from God. That is because, as soon as one admits that God has given him life, he would also have...

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Author
John Marcus
Date

2020-05-02

Source
Standard Bearer
Scripture References
Romans 1:20
Psalms
Psalms 139:15Psalms 104:29
Acts 17:26
Job 1:21
Philippians
Philippians 4:11Philippians 1:21Philippians 1:23-24
Topics
Christian LivingApologeticsTotal Depravity
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