Each Friday, I’ll post links to 3–5 resources from around the web you may want to check out.
6 Implications of Being Made in the Image of God
Here’s a short article at Crossway on some brief but profound implications of being made in the image of God.
The image of God means that all human beings have inherent worth and dignity. This is one reason abortion is wrong. A person is a person no matter how small, no matter her development, no matter his environment, and no matter her degree of dependence on another human being. Innocent human life must be protected, even when that life is old or sick, even when the person wants to end his own life. Because every human being is made in God’s image, descended from the same human pair, there is no place for racism, partiality, or feelings of ethnic superiority.
A Biblical Message for Aging Parents
This topic is necessary, though it may not be pleasant. Christians should think of (and plan for) the ways they will care for their parents as they age. (Aging parents should think about the ways they will be cared for, too.) This article offers some practical advice.
Aging parents must speak with their children about their expectations and plans for their sunset years. This includes discussing living arrangements, medical care, financial matters, and emotional needs. These conversations are not just practical—they are deeply spiritual and relational. Scripture calls us to live wisely and lovingly, and that includes preparing for the inevitable transitions of aging.
It is Finished
Our poem of the week: It is Finished, by Tania Runyon. This poem, written from the perspective of Jesus, urges readers to remember that his sacrifice is enough.
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