In defense of life
January 22, 2007 | 12:00am
You shall not murder. Exodus 20:13
The Jews clearly understood that Gods commandment not to kill refers to murder the malicious taking of human life. It doesnt forbid governments to use the death penalty or to wage war. This commandment deals solely with private morality.
Exodus 20:13 is based on the divine truth that human life is sacred and that we must protect and preserve it. Every human being bears Gods image. Even an embryo is marked with a unique identity from the moment of conception. Life is Gods most precious gift, and only He has the right to take it. Abortion, euthanasia, and physician-assisted suicide must all be viewed in the light of Gods right to our life.
Jesus brought this commandment to everyones doorstep when He said that to be angry at someone without cause makes us guilty of murder (Matt. 5:21-22). And John wrote, "Whoever makes us all murderers in desperate need of Gods forgiveness and mercy.
Thank You, Lord, for Your love and forgiveness. Help us by Your Holy Spirit to love others as You have loved us, and in so doing to value life, protect life, and enrich life as a gift from you. Dennis De Haan
Points To Ponder
What did John mean when he said that if we hate someone we are murderers? (1 John 3:15). How does this truth help us to forgive those who hurt us?
READ: 1 John 3:10-23
Anger is just one letter short of danger.
The Jews clearly understood that Gods commandment not to kill refers to murder the malicious taking of human life. It doesnt forbid governments to use the death penalty or to wage war. This commandment deals solely with private morality.
Exodus 20:13 is based on the divine truth that human life is sacred and that we must protect and preserve it. Every human being bears Gods image. Even an embryo is marked with a unique identity from the moment of conception. Life is Gods most precious gift, and only He has the right to take it. Abortion, euthanasia, and physician-assisted suicide must all be viewed in the light of Gods right to our life.
Jesus brought this commandment to everyones doorstep when He said that to be angry at someone without cause makes us guilty of murder (Matt. 5:21-22). And John wrote, "Whoever makes us all murderers in desperate need of Gods forgiveness and mercy.
Thank You, Lord, for Your love and forgiveness. Help us by Your Holy Spirit to love others as You have loved us, and in so doing to value life, protect life, and enrich life as a gift from you. Dennis De Haan
Points To Ponder
What did John mean when he said that if we hate someone we are murderers? (1 John 3:15). How does this truth help us to forgive those who hurt us?
READ: 1 John 3:10-23
Anger is just one letter short of danger.
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