Playing God with Human DNA / Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
This article examines the ethical and theological implications of human genetic engineering, particularly germ-line editing that creates heritable changes in human DNA. The author engages with recent scientific developments and policy recommendations to help readers think through how Christians should respond to this modern manifestation of humanity's temptation to "play God" with creation. The resource provides a Reformed perspective on bioethical issues at the intersection of God's sovereignty, human stewardship, and the proper limits of technological advancement.
Playing God with Human DNA Within the last few years, significant advances have been made in the ability to edit the genes of human sperm, eggs, and early-stage embryos in petri dishes. Earlier this year, a report came out from within the United States recommending the use of the advances being made. For the New York Times, Amy Harmon writes the following: An influential science advisory group formed by the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Medicine on Tuesday [February...
Full article available on sb.rfpa.org