The foundation of a Christian adherents lifestyle is derived from the multiple aspects regarding their faith; one significant aspect that greatly impacts a Christian adherents life is ethical teachings. The main ethical teachings taught in Christianity are the Ten Commandments, the Beatitudes and Jesus’ Commandment of Love, however, there are notable differences in regard to the extent that differing Christian denominations fulfil in following these teachings.
The Ten Commandments are foundational rules that function as a moral compass of ethical guidance. They exemplify key principles of Christian ethics and are integral to Christian adherent lifestyle. A contemporary, moral issue that exists in today’s society is abortion. The Catholic church considers abortion as a grave sin, as it goes against the commandment “You shall not murder” [Exodus 20:13], a commandment that teaches us to respect life. Varying Christian denominations oppose abortion to different extents, however, all link back to the same commandment. Though most Christian denominations hold the Ten Commandments in high regard, not all denominations follow them identically. …show more content…
The Walk Free Foundation, founded by Andrew Forrest, was established to stop human slavery. He has stated that his devout Christianity is the inspiration for giving. This ties into the beatitude: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled” [Matthew 5:6] as it is the beatitude that teaches adherents not to overlook injustices in our world. When adherents stand up for those who are suffering, they fulfil God’s will in our hearts, as stated in [Matthew
The Ten Commandments are foundational rules that function as a moral compass of ethical guidance. They exemplify key principles of Christian ethics and are integral to Christian adherent lifestyle. A contemporary, moral issue that exists in today’s society is abortion. The Catholic church considers abortion as a grave sin, as it goes against the commandment “You shall not murder” [Exodus 20:13], a commandment that teaches us to respect life. Varying Christian denominations oppose abortion to different extents, however, all link back to the same commandment. Though most Christian denominations hold the Ten Commandments in high regard, not all denominations follow them identically. …show more content…
The Walk Free Foundation, founded by Andrew Forrest, was established to stop human slavery. He has stated that his devout Christianity is the inspiration for giving. This ties into the beatitude: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled” [Matthew 5:6] as it is the beatitude that teaches adherents not to overlook injustices in our world. When adherents stand up for those who are suffering, they fulfil God’s will in our hearts, as stated in [Matthew