Sanctity of Life
We live in a world where the value of life is often determined by convenience, circumstance, or personal choice. But how should Christians respond when vulnerable lives are threatened? And what does Scripture call the church to do in the face of abortion?
In this message from Psalm 139 delivered at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, David Platt calls the church to see abortion not merely as a political issue but as a biblical one. Because God knows, forms, and values children in the womb, Christians are called to proclaim the value of unborn life with conviction and without compromise. But biblical faithfulness involves more than defending life—it means demonstrating God’s good design for sexuality, marriage, fatherhood, and motherhood.
Platt also reminds us that the church must do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly as we care for children, mothers, fathers, families, and those who need support. Rather than treating political opponents as enemies, Christians are called to honor all people and come alongside those facing difficult circumstances. And ultimately, our primary mission is not to win political elections but to make disciples of Jesus, trusting God to transform hearts.
In this episode:
- Why the value of children in the womb is clearly affirmed throughout Scripture.
- How Christians can uphold biblical conviction about abortion without compromise.
- Why abortion is connected to God’s design for sexuality, marriage, fatherhood, and motherhood.
- How the church can support women, children, fathers, and families in difficult circumstances.
- Why Christians should honor and love people across political and ideological differences.
- How the Great Commission must remain the church’s primary mission.
Are we giving as much attention to leading people to Jesus and helping them live according to his Word as we give to political battles over abortion?
