The Bible affirms the sanctity of human life from conception until natural death. The ethical question of disconnecting a feeding tube from a patient in a Persistent Vegetative State (PVS) is one of the most difficult in bioethics, centering on the distinction between ordinary care and extraordinary means. Most major Christian traditions agree that artificially administered nutrition and hydration (a feeding tube) should be considered ordinary care (basic sustenance) and should generally not be withdrawn. However, if the feeding tube itself causes severe suffering, is failing, or the body is no longer able to assimilate the nutrients (making the feeding tube medically futile), Christian ethics may permit its withdrawal, allowing the patient to die naturally from the underlying condition. The ethical focus is on never intentionally c

The Bible does not directly address the specific tragic case of abortion after rape. However, Christian ethics affirms two non-negotiable principles: the absolute sanctity of all human life, including the life of the unborn child (Psalm 139:13-16), and radical, unconditional compassion for the trauma of the mother. While the sin of rape is condemned, the resulting child is innocent. The Christian response is to oppose abortion while providing comprehensive support to the mother for healing and adoption or parenting.

The Bible does not directly address modern medical experimentation, but it establishes non-negotiable limits based on the sanctity of life (Genesis 9:6) and the command to love your neighbor (Mark 12:31). Biblical limits prohibit any procedure that intentionally destroys innocent human life (especially the vulnerable, like embryos) or violates the fundamental dignity of the person (Imago Dei). Medical research should always aim to heal and alleviate suffering, not harm.

Christians should approach miscarriage and infant loss with profound grief, yet anchored by the biblical assurance of God's sovereignty, the sanctity of life (Psalm 139:13-16), and the hope of the resurrection. We find comfort in believing that these precious children are safe in the presence of Christ, and we lament with hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13) while trusting in the Father's perfect love.

Christians should approach miscarriage and infant loss with profound grief, yet anchored by the biblical assurance of God's sovereignty, the sanctity of life (Psalm 139:13-16), and the hope of the resurrection. We find comfort in believing that these precious children are safe in the presence of Christ, and we lament with hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13) while trusting in the Father's perfect love.

Christians oppose euthanasia and assisted suicide because they violate the sanctity of life and God's sovereignty over death (Psalm 139:16). While it is ethically permissible to withdraw extraordinary life-prolonging treatment (allowing natural death), actively causing death is considered usurping God’s role (Exodus 20:13). The Christian response to suffering is to provide palliative care and find redemptive purpose (Romans 5:3–4), not to eliminate the sufferer

The Christian view on IVF is divided. The Catholic Church condemns it for separating procreation from the marital act and destroying human embryos. Most Protestants conditionally accept it, provided the procedure uses the gametes of the married couple and includes a plan to protect the Sanctity of Life by minimizing the creation and destruction of excess embryos.  

The biblical view strongly affirms that human life, with full personhood and unique identity, begins at conception (Psalm 139:13-16). Scripture describes the unborn child as being known, formed, and knit together by God in the womb, reflecting the Imago Dei (image of God) from its earliest stages. This understanding forms the foundation of the Christian ethical view regarding the sanctity of life.

Should Christians use birth control? We explore the core differences in Christian views, from responsible stewardship to the sanctity of life, focusing on the biblical purpose of sex and the moral consensus against any method that acts as an abortifacient.

How should a Christian approach the abortion debate? We explore the core biblical truth of the sanctity of life (Psalm 139) and pair it with the call for radical compassion. Learn how to be both firmly convicted and consistently charitable in this critical discussion.