Dust to Dust
The article gives insight into the reality of death, the sanctity of life, and the creation of man in the image of God.
Medical Ethics: A Reformed Perspective
The Language of the Genome
The Biblical Approach to Medical Technologies
Guilt, Grace, and the Global AIDS Crisis
What Are/Is Christian Ethics?
End of Life Ethics
How should Christians approach issues related to end of life? Looking at end of life care, euthanasia, assisted suicide, and withdrawal of treatment, this article argues that answers to these issues must be given in light of what the Bible teaches about life and death.
Saying the Unsaid: Voicing Quality-of-Life Criteria in an Evangelical Sanctity-of-Life Principle
Should the prolongation of biological life be continued indefinitely and should life be sustained at all costs? Should quality of life criteria be accepted over sanctity of life arguments? This essay attempts to clarify an evangelical position on the use of quality of life criteria and evaluates accusations from H. Kuse that qualified sanctity of life positions use “unarticulated and obtuse” criteria.
Stem Cells Without Embryos
Should Christians rejoice in scientists' ability to grow human tissue and use it to cure diseases? This article looks at the relationship between stem cells, embryos and abortion, arguing that the end cannot justify the means. Christian should be hopeful for this new development, but should stand firm in maintaining that it may not be done at the expense of life.
The Myth of Secular Neutrality
Can the practice of medicine be morally neutral? This article argues that the claim of secular neutrality is a myth. It does this by showing that the practice of medicine cannot be morally neutral, based on its history of development, the impact of a worldview, and the need for medical ethics.
The Biblical Perspective on the Mind/Body Problem (Part Two)
Can Christian physicians practice their medicine in a way that is God-centred? It is possible, by understanding the biblical teaching on the relationship between body and spirit. This article explains what the Bible teaches about the body and spirit in the light of 1 Corinthians 2:4 and draws implications for Christian doctors.
The Biblical Perspective on the Mind/Body Problem (Part One)
Can Christian physicians practice their medicine in a way that is God-centred? It is possible by understanding the biblical teaching on the relationship between body and mind. This article explains what the Bible teaches about the body and mind and draws implications for Christian doctors.
Causing Death and Allowing to Die
This essay wants to concentrate primarily on the very sensitive area of the selective treatment of handicapped newborn babies. It is a response to the trial of Leonard Arthur. It is argued that there is a moral dimension to medical decisions that may not be within the scope of particular medical technical competence.