NOMHLE MPOTSHA: DISCUSSION1: All Life Matters
a. Genesis1 and 2: These chapters describe the creation of humanity in God’s image (Genesis 1:26-27). This highlights the quality right dignity and worth of every person, regardless of circumstances as a reflection of the Creator. Genesis 2:7 is the detailed account of God forming Adam from the dust and breathing life into him emphasizes that human life is a unique and sanctify gift. Christ restores this fullness by redeeming humanity through his sacrifice, offering a renewed relationship with God that restores our original purpose and identity as His image messengers.
Jeremiah 1: This scripture shows God appointing Jeremiah as a prophet before he was even born (Jeremia 1:5’’ Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you”). This affirms the sanctity of life from conception, recommending that every individual has a divine purpose. Christ’s coming fulfils this by proving the grace and strength needed to live out that purpose, restoring individuals to a life aligned with God’s plan through his teachings and sacrifice.
Psalm139: This psalm observes God’s intimate knowledge of each person, considering that He knit us together in the womb (Psalm 139;14-16. It emphasizes that every life is precious and known to God, with no one outside his care. Christ restores this fullness by offering salvation and eternal life, ensuring that every person can experience the depth of God’s love and purpose, regardless of their past.
Galatians 3:26-29: This passage declares that all who are baptized into Christ are one, with no difference by race, or gender, as all are heirs to God’s promise (Galatians 3:28, “There is neither Jew nor Greek….”). It advocates for the equal sanctity of every human life, breaking down human division. Christ restores fullness by uniting all people in him, offering a new identity and group where every life is valued and restored to its intended harmony with God.
In conclusion, Christ came to restore every human life to fullness in him by reconciling us to God through his death and resurrection. (John 10:10 Ï come that they may have life and have it abundantly”) His sacrifice instructs sins separation, offering redemption, purpose, and eternal life to all, regardless of background or status.
b. The Sanctity of life is the belief that all human life is holy and valuable created by God, deserving respect, protection regardless of any circumstance.
c. Ministries and communities can demonstrate the value of every human life in several practical ways: Service projects that address specific needs, such as medical clinics for the poor, job training for the unemployed, and support for single parents, ensuring no one is overlooked due to their circumstances. The organized service will reflect unity in Christ, challenging community tendencies that they devalue certain lives and the ministries will affirm that every person is equally precious in God’s eyes.
d. What can you do specifically?
Educate and Encourage Others: I could share awareness on the sanctity of life with friends or family, perhaps leading a small group discussion on scriptures like Psalm139 and encourage them to join me in outreach programs.