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A comprehensive introduction to Christian ethics addressing today's most challenging moral issues
Invitation to Christian Ethicsis an indispensable guide for helping readers navigate today's difficult moral questions. Students will benefit from Ken Magnuson's survey of ethics from a biblical perspective as well as contemporary theories of moral reasoning. This survey is followed by twelve chapters devoted to some of the thorniest issues Christians encounter today, such as:
- Sexuality, including homosexuality, sexual identity, and gender
- Marriage and divorce
- Infertility and assisted reproductive technologies
- Abortion
- Physician-assisted suicide
- Race relations
- Creation care
- Capital punishment
- Just war, pacifism, and the use of lethal force
Magnuson provides biblical insight into each topic and presents key moral considerations. He also answers specific, practical questions and concludes with a summary of his recommended approach to each issue. Readers learn how to grapple with difficult moral questions and will receive guidance for some of life's most challenging ethical conundrums.
Invitation to Christian Ethicsis an indispensable guide for helping readers navigate today's difficult moral questions. Students will benefit from Ken Magnuson's survey of ethics from a biblical perspective as well as contemporary theories of moral reasoning. This survey is followed by twelve chapters devoted to some of the thorniest issues Christians encounter today, such as:
- Sexuality, including homosexuality, sexual identity, and gender
- Marriage and divorce
- Infertility and assisted reproductive technologies
- Abortion
- Physician-assisted suicide
- Race relations
- Creation care
- Capital punishment
- Just war, pacifism, and the use of lethal force
Magnuson provides biblical insight into each topic and presents key moral considerations. He also answers specific, practical questions and concludes with a summary of his recommended approach to each issue. Readers learn how to grapple with difficult moral questions and will receive guidance for some of life's most challenging ethical conundrums.
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Ken Magnuson
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