Christian Attitudes to Abortion

'Sanctity of life' argument - the belief that life is sacred and belongs to God.

Quotes:-

'So God created man in his own image' - Genesis 1:27

'Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit...' - 1 Corinthians 6:19

'You shall not commit murder' - Exodus 20:13

Some Christians (Catholics, Evangelical Protestants) are against abortion because:-

• Abortion is viewed as murder
• Life is a sacred gift from God
• God has a plan for every human
• All life has value even if a child may be born disabled
• Life begins at conception

Some other Christians are more liberal, agreeing that abortion is not good but it can be the 'lesser of two evils':-

• Jesus taught about compassion towards others
• We cannot be sure life begins at conception
• In cases of **** or incest, it is the kindest action
• Medical technology allows us to indentify problems with the foetus
• Abortion is the best choice if the mother's life is at risk